Labor power and Britain's miners spark union town warning
Editorial argues that strong unions can paralyze nations and warns that unbridled power risks corruption. It cites ILWU chief Harry Bridges seeking to fuse unions for sweeping strikes, notes dock work disruptions cost $2 billion, and questions public tolerance of such power amid antiunion pressure.
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How the joy killers threaten outdoor fun and safety
Paul Harvey notes growing restrictions on dune buggies snowmobiles and other powered recreation across states citing incidents of wildlife harm beach erosion and crime. He warns federal and state laws are likely as officials and industry voices call for safer quieter use. The piece also includes letters from readers attributing regional history to Maine and Massachusetts and defending local heritage.
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Jesus Christ Superstar staged in a Saco church on Good Friday
A reader praises a Good Friday performance of Jesus Christ Superstar at First Parish Congregational Church. Rev Paul Weimer, Mrs Carl Deis, Gary Dixon, the young rock group and choir are commended for staging with dignity and good taste. The reviewer notes broad age group attendance and laments potential critics while affirming worship in art.
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Wisconsin primary race tainted by Florida losses
The Needle notes Democratic candidates tout losses in Florida to claim credibility in Wisconsin. The piece jokes about a candidate who lost to George in Florida being an unfit ad. It highlights debate over busing and a constitutional amendment while suggesting Republicans see their own man unfairly targeted.
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Florida
George Can
George
Lobby writes agenda to gut consumer protections in banking bill
Washington Merry-Go-Round details a Senate Banking subcommittee agenda prepared by the American Bankers Association and James Cash to undermine housing housewives protections. Bill Brock, a banking ally, presented it as a secret subcommittee agenda, aiding passage of 15 of 20 banker amendments, while consumer senators opposed. ITT monitoring memos surface amid claims of telex overcharges, suggesting widespread corporate surveillance and customer complaints about overbilling.
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Philippine National Bank
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Kobayashi Metals
Babcock Wilcox
Transmundo
Kersten Shipping
Long Quinn and Boylan
Food Filth Tolerance Sparks FDA Airing Gripes
Washington columnist vents over FDA tolerance for filth in processed foods after Consumer Federation pressure reveals a long standing official stance. He cites dead insects mould dust and other contaminants and ridicules the idea of perfection while predicting more “maneuver” room for manufacturers. The piece ends with quips on elections hijackers and a dig at Howard Hughes.
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Consumer Federation of America
FDA
Television's apocalyptic view of primary politics in history
Washington correspondent notes TV overreacts to primaries fueling doom and triumphs. Recounts 1952 1956 1960 1964 cycles showing Stevenson Kefauver Eisenhower Taft Goldwater Kennedy era misreads and the stubborn continuity of nominating battles despite media hype.
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Minnesota
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Sen
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Stevenson
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Kefauver
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Oregon
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Eisenhower
New Hampshire
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Robert Taft
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Ike
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Massachusetts
Pennsylvania
Taft
Ohio
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Nebraska
South Dakota
Barry Goldwater
Los Angeles
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Kennedy
Vietnam War Air Actions Complicate Nixon Summit plazo
Washington views sharpen over Vietnam air actions as North Vietnam escalates with Soviet supplied weaponry. The debate pits military experts predicting rising aggression against political analysts seeing only provisional blows to unsettle Nixon before the Moscow summit. The piece warns against optimistic hopes for a quick end and criticizes Democratic candidates for offering near-term peace pledges.
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Washington
Vietnam
Nixon
Moscow
Pentagon
North Vietnam
The Voice With a Smile Fails on Recorded Message
Journal notes that a cheerful voice is less effective when delivered as a pre recorded message. The comment reflects user reception to automated audio prompts and the impact on engagement.
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