The DNA Debate and a Nagging Time Scale
The article argues that rapid advances in recombinant DNA and genetic engineering pose societal and ethical risks. It cites Nobel laureate George Wald and philosopher Stephen Toulmin, urges national regulation, and notes a moratorium and self regulation at times. It contrasts scientific freedom with safeguards against potentially catastrophic or moral harms. It also weaves in local town notices about residents, a new grocery venture, and a seasonal tourism information booth funding.
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U.S
George Wald
Toulmin
National Institute of Health
South Pownal community club named for school study
A 12 member committee forms the Pownal Community Club to study the South Pownal school issue. Special members include Mrs Ruell Rust Mrs Jackson Ostrander Mrs Thomas Hurley Mrs Edgar Rhodes Mrs Lloyd Rathbun and Siegfried Tolle.
Baker Sows Split Over Panama Canal Treaty Fight
Tennessee's Howard Baker faces pressure from anti treaty forces led by Jesse Helms and a flood of letters as Carter seeks grass roots support for Senate approval. The split among Republicans mirrors 1976 schisms with Reagan opposing and Ford for the treaty, potentially deciding if two thirds are achieved.
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Tennessee
White House
Carter
Senate
Nashville
Senator Baker
Howard H. Baker Jr
R-Tenn
American Conservative Union
Baker
Jesse Helms
R-N.c
Helms
Ronald Reagan
Gerald Ford
Howard Baker
Baker Faces Canal Vote Echoes 1962 and 1963
The piece portrays Howard Baker weighing the United Nations canal dispute and the treaty with Carter, noting Dirksen's pivotal role in past crises. Baker cites private consultations with Linowitz and Bunker and signals he will decide after hearings, while White House and Senate insiders guess he will back the treaty to preserve presidential prospects.
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United Nations
Dirksen
Baker
White House
Everett Dirksen
John Fitzgerald Kennedy
Letter argues for safer Route 7 over costly Super 7 plan
Sunderland urges readers to reject the proposed Super 7 as a $34 million misinvestment. He advocates rebuilding existing Route 7 with safer shoulders and passing lanes, and cites Leigh Seddon’s call it a Vermonters swindle. He urges residents to request a fact sheet from Ver Monters for a Safe and Sound 7.
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Bennington
Manchester Center
Bennington County
Leigh Seddon
Banner
East Arlington
First Vermont Checking With Interest Account promotion
A bank advertises a Checking With Interest Account offering 5 percent annual interest paid monthly and no charge checking with a $200 monthly minimum. It also mentions a low-cost accidental death and dismemberment insurance package and invites customers to contact a service representative for details.
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First Vermont
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