Ethan Allen A diverse and complicated personality essay
This final segment explores Ethan Allen as a complex figure whose writings and legends mix myth with fact. It cites sources by Jellison and Holbrook, notes misremembered tales of his death, captured moments from his life, and the unresolved mystery of his missing remains. The piece emphasizes his liberty zeal, speculative nature, and public perception as a faceless hero.
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Holbrook
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Connally looms in Kansas City GOP struggle for 1980 nomination
The piece argues Big John Connally remains a major force in the Republican race as Ford and Reagan clash in Kansas City. It notes his charm, debate skill, and risk as a potential vice president or campaign manager, while detailing his past ties, defection to the party, and mixed prospects for the ticket.
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Big John Silver
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Reagan
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Robert P. Griffin
Buddy
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John J. Rhodes
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Lyndon Johnson
Richard Nixon
Big John
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Bennington Old Home Day Amid Autos Sparks Local Pride
Aug 16 1936 in Bennington Vermont features Arizona copper license plate display amid autos from Nevada California and Texas. White Creek hosts Old Home Day with chicken dinner singing talks and renewed neighbor ties. A 19 minute downpour floods streets and sewers near North Street.
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Texas
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Off Duty Cab Echoes Vacation Mood On Thruway
A bright yellow taxicab bound for vacation traffic rumbles along the New York Thruway about an hour from the city. The driver wears a Hawaiian shirt sunglasses and a cigar while chatting with a woman beside him. The car is packed with children suitcases and bikes under a glowing roof sign that reads Off Duty.
Japan Inc and Tanaka Watergate Reflections in 1970s
A columnist argues the Kakuei Tanaka case shows deep links between business and politics in Japan. It criticizes the Japan Inc. partnership, warns against US style government business ties, and urges a wall between politics and industry to preserve freedom. The piece condemns bureaucratic planning and corrupted elites fueling a perceived benevolent fascism.
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Tanaka
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Humphrey
National Economic Planning Board
Pacific
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