Movement has right to feel neglected in M-16 bid flap
The editorial argues the Defense Department used opaque methods in awarding the Maremont Corp bid for M-16 rifles, despite a $20 million lower price from New England division. Rep. Kyros calls for a full investigation as Pentagon officials allegedly downplayed cost factors. Maine delegation vows to pursue. The piece condemns the department as devious while noting Movemont’s proven capability.
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Discretion in reporting urged by Paul Harvey
Paul Harvey criticizes media for sensational pre reporting on the Washington march. He argues that unneeded details and staged material fuel potential unrest and promote a mob. He urges newsrooms to distinguish reporting news from promoting events and to avoid propaganda.
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Yale and UCLA Medical and Dental Schools Launch Humane Curricula
Yale University School of Medicine begins a new curriculum to put students at the bedside early, cultivating compassion and humane care. Dean Fredrick C Redlich notes that early clinical experience helps preserve idealism, while UCLA School of Dentistry introduces a similar program focusing on treating the patient as a whole rather than merely dental problems. The piece quotes a devotional reflection on human dignity and the image of God as a guiding motive.
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Are You Smart or Dumb? Parents Split Theory
A British educator argues that dumb kids can grow into genius adults. The piece cites Albert Einstein who spoke late and produced relativity, suggests poor early marks spurred insight, and notes a mother’s relativity theory linking smart children to her sister and the dumb one to her husband’s family.
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Israel at twenty years of conflict and diplomacy
Washington coverage recalls Israel's 20th anniversary with notes on early war, regional power shifts, and Soviet influence. It cites President Johnson’s cautious stance, Rostow and Goldberg roles, and potential Arab cooperation as Washington weighs support while Southeast Asia dominates.
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TV's immediacy blamed for riots sparks FCC limits
Washington columnist argues television inflames riots by broadcasting live footage and warns regulators to curb riot coverage. He notes cameras draw crowds and spread contagion coast to coast while newspapers report only past events. Calls FCC to ban riot-area broadcasts the same day.
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Dog Dispute and City Blight Prompt Forum Letter
A Biddeford reader defends dog control ordinances amid a complaint about a dog named Nicky and recalls past encounters with dog-related police visits. The writer contrasts community opinion with the dog’s gentleness, calls for enforcing ordinances, and cites a separate letter opposing Model Cities funding, urging growth and tax benefits while criticizing Ward 2 blight and local attitudes.
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To The Point The Negro Needs Private Homes Not Hives
Russell Kirk argues that open housing provisions will not solve urban black housing problems. He favors privately owned homes in better districts, criticizes public housing, and urges private, local efforts to build permanent homes for African Americans rather than mass welfare projects.
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Suburban Fear Hinders Big Breakthrough for Negro Uplift
Washington observes rising suburban fear of Negroes, with many arming themselves. A high-placed Democrat notes that vast programs for jobs, schools, and housing hinge on suburban tax willingness. Some see hope in cross-community efforts, notably Harlem cleanup missions, to break down barriers and build trust between suburbs and cities.
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Bruce Biossat
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