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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1969
Page
9
The Beeksfiré Eagle is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Eagle Publishing Company of 323 Eagle Street in Pittsfield Massachusetts.
An editorial criticizes Operation Intercept for a bungled border crackdown on marijuana smuggling. It notes Mexican and U S officials ended the plan, replacing it with Operation Cooperation, praising the move as a small step for common sense and a rebuke to inept enforcement.
The piece argues that moral duty to South Vietnamese allies weighs against rapid withdrawal from Vietnam, citing Ribicoff's proposal to relocate supporters with U.S. aid and likening it to post-Dien Bien Phu efforts. It notes dangers Hanoi poses and considers humane obligations alongside strategic concerns, urging plans for refugee protection.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts a slightly warmer 1999-1970 winter with normal precipitation. Expect cold spells and heavy wet snows nationwide, with early storms Nov 22 to 26 and a White Christmas likely. Maine and Vermont may end the year wetter, while Massachusetts and Rhode Island face dry conditions after May. Ski seasons look favorable in northern resorts and some cities, with July or August expected dry and hot.
A citizen argues against Moratorium Day linking it to leftist causes and Vietnam policy, warning it could empower enemies and harm South Vietnam. He cites history, supports a strong American stance, and urges readers to consider who benefits and to defend freedom. A counterpiece invites peaceful faith responses with a Shadowbrook liturgy.
An essay urges readers to use the Vietnam moratorium to reflect rather than protest. It recommends reading from Carver, Higgins, Fair, Khan, Thompson, and Kahn to understand Vietnam and U.S. policy, stressing measured options and possible outcomes amid ongoing conflict.
At the annual Philathea class meeting of Morning Side Baptist Church officers were elected: Mrs. W. Y. Goold president Miss Vivian DeGroff first vice president Miss J. F. Albert second vice president Mrs. John Hains worth treasurer Mrs. Robert Mackie secretary. Cora Tongus retires after two years as president.
Paul A. Reynolds of Wesleyan University argues against political neutrality in universities during wartime. He questions loyalty oath precedents and calls for disentangling military ties from academia to preserve academic freedom and life on campus. He cites Pentagon research and security clearances as threats and urges collective action to push for demilitarization.
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