New England States Review Parochiaid Laws After Supreme Court
The Supreme Court ruling against Rhode Island and Pennsylvania parochial school aid prompts New England states to reexamine current and pending programs. Rhode Island officials say they will study constitutional limits while Connecticut, Vermont, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine weigh impact on existing or proposed aid to secular instruction and materials in private schools.
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Supreme Court Backs Secular Aid Rules and Clears College Funds
United States Supreme Court curbed secular funding for parochial schools while upholding federal aid for church affiliated colleges. It reversed Muhammad Ali's draft conviction on conscientious objector grounds and signaled next term decisions on capital punishment and jury verdict unanimity. Rulings from Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut touch on school funding and transportation mandates.
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Extinction warning ignored by world whaling commission
Washington based IPI report notes the International Whaling Commission cut Pacific whaling by 20 percent for 1972 and set limited catches for sperm whales in the Southern Hemisphere. The meeting highlighted disagreements over maximum sustainable yields for fin and sei whales and kept a close watch on Antarctic minke stocks amid debate between the United States and other members.
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Tampering with delegates charged at aging confab
Rep. Michael J. Harrington says the Nixon White House conference on aging faced claims of tampering with delegate selection. He alleges Dr. Arthur J. Flemming asked governors to submit delegates, aiming to weed out unwanted participants.
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Globe hearing on Vietnam study delayed by judge
A U.S. District Court hearing on barring further Globe publication of Vietnam War study material was postponed by Judge Anthony Julian. A new date will be set after the Supreme Court rules on similar cases involving the New York Times and Washington Post. The continuance extends a restraining order and preserves access to the Pentagon study portions held by the Globe.
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Gardner lauds state antiwar delegation in Boston
Former HEW Secretary John W. Gardner, head of Common Cause, praised Massachusetts lawmakers for the strongest antiwar record in Congress. He cited Rep. Tip ONeill and Sen. Edward Kennedy as especially effective, noting a survey showing 73 percent back troop withdrawal from Indochina by year’s end.
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New England Congressmen Back End the War Amendment
New England lawmakers voted 20 to 3 in favor of the Senate backed end the war amendment to the draft extension bill. The House had rejected it 219 to 176. Against the measure were Reps Hastings Keith MA Louis Wyman NH and James Cleveland NH all Republicans. Rep Harold Donahue MA and Rep Louise Day Hicks MA were paired or not recorded.
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Vermont considers betting age after July 1
The Vermont Racing Commission asked the attorney general for guidance on whether 18 to 20 year olds can place bets at Green Mountain Park after July 1 when a new law grants them adult rights. The panel questioned if the 21 age minimum in its betting rule must be changed.
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Vermont aging council debate tests its future role
A Vermont Council on Aging meeting could end a dispute over its function with Human Services Secretary William Cowles and executive director Steven Green both proposing directions. Green urges an independent advocacy and policy making role for seniors separate from state agency control.
Benson Voters Head to Polls for $200000 School Bond
Benson residents cast ballots today on a $200000 bond issue to fund a new elementary school. The proposal has been rejected six times previously, reflecting long local debate over school needs and funding.
New York passes major anti pollution laws
Gov Rockefeller signs 11 environmental measures tightening noise rules and phasing out phosphates in detergents with a target 8.7 percent reduction by 1972 and complete elimination by June 1973. The package also empowers regulators to curb noise pollution and bars industries from insuring pollution liabilities to ensure polluters bear the costs.
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Robbery at MacFinn's Drug Store in Saratoga Springs
Police report a lone man entered MacFinn's Drug Store at Lake and Granger, tied up the druggist a clerk and a male customer, then escaped with drugs and money. No injuries reported. Investigators search for suspect.
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Cohoes Man Drowns While Fishing in Mohawk River
A 45 year old Cohoes man named Frank Cannato was swept from a river ledge while fishing in the Mohawk River Monday night. He disappeared as the current carried him downstream. A neighbor swam to shore as water rose and dragging operations began last night and would continue today.
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Berkshire area declared labor surplus by federal officials
Pittsfield, Dalton, Lee, and Lenox in Berkshire County are named a labor surplus area by U.S. Representative Conte and Senator Brooke. The designation reflects an unemployment rate above 6.6 percent and signals bidders on government projects may gain advantage for General Electric and other contractors.
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