Editorial: Congress Should Abolish the Electoral College
In Our Opinion the 1968 election proves the Electoral College flawed and outdated. The piece argues that a constitutional amendment to abolish or reform the system is essential for reflecting the popular will and preventing future electoral deadlocks. It warns that reliance on the college risks disenfranchising voters in any close race and urges action by the 91st Congress.
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United States
Richard Nixon
Hubert Humphrey
Electoral College
House of Representatives
Alaska
Delaware
Nevada
Vermont
Wyoming
U. S
Illinois
Congress
George Wallace
Impressions Of Inez On The Rich And Poor Divide
The article discusses The Wall Street Journal front page analysis by Alfred L. Malabre Jr. on wealth disparity during the Great Society. It cites rising millionaire numbers, stagnant real wages for nonmanagement workers, and differing views on Republican versus Democratic governance impacting profits, dividends, and after tax income. The piece notes Nixon faces a task to address income inequality while taxes favor the wealthy. The piece ends with a personal aside about a secretary vacationing in Florida.
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Wall Street Journal
Alfred L. Malabre Jr
Malabre
Great Society
Humphrey
White House
Federa
G.O.P
Heen
Nixon
Nixon and Russia policy amid looming Non-Proliferation pact
The piece argues Nixon will face the Soviet Union with challenges to credibility. It notes Johnson's peace initiatives, Soviet compliance with treaties, and Nixon's initial opposition to ratifying the Non-Proliferation Pact and expanding ABM programs. It highlights past Nixon GOP stances, Mn. Nixon's Moscow trip attempt, and Russian pragmatism toward cooperation for world peace.
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Drew Pearson
Jack Anderson
Washington
Richard Nixon
Soviet
Russia
Lyndon Johnson
USA
Ussr
Moscow
New York
Nixon
Miami Beach
State Department
LBJ
Johnson
Senate
United States
Soviet Union
West Germany
Italy
Brazil
Romania
Mac's World Telephone Gloating Lesson by Don MacLean
Washington columnist Don MacLean shares a self described gloating technique after elections. He recounts calling friends to mock Nixon's victory, emphasizes subtlety over bragging, and notes the social sting of receiving a silent, awkward reaction when the target is surprised.
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Washington
Dick Nixon
Anly
Biddeford Saco Journal Publisher Details Read
The Biddeford Saco Journal lists WW Paul Casavant as publisher and E P Ingalls as managing editor. It notes subscription prices in advance and that the paper is a member of the Associated Press, with mailing terms and post office entry details.
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Adams Street
Biddeford
Maine
Paul Casavant
E. P. Ingalls
Associated Press
Constitution too vague for literal acceptance
Washington column argues that strict construction is a myth in practice as the Constitution uses general language. It asserts Congress powers and rules for government are inherently open to interpretation by judges and lawmakers, and that the Supreme Court has always legislated when interpreting vague phrasing.
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U.S
Congress
United States
Supreme Court
High Court
America
Treasure hunting and perils across northern shores
Russell Kirk surveys treasure legends from Scotland and Shetland, noting archaeological finds on St Ninian’s Isle and Traprain Law, Viking hoards, and a failed Maiden Castle dig, contrasting romantic wealth with the risk of damaging heritage and property.
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Russell Kirk
Ptian
Ocala
Fla
Caribbean
Scotland
Shetland
St. Ninian
Galloway
Shetland Islands
St. Ninian’s Isle
Queen Street Museum
Edinburgh
Shetland Museum
Traprain Law
East Lothian
Firth of Forth
Hawaii
Maiden Castle
Real life western plays out on Nevada frontier
Sho shone Indians chase white poachers from a Nevada reservation in a tense clash over hunting and fishing. Chief Running Thunder denies scalping motives while asserting tribal efforts to uphold law and order amid a crisis as outsiders accuse the tribe of seeking payback.
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Nevada
General Custer
Running Thunder
Somerville Auto Club Aids Stranded Motorists Free
Eight young men in Somerville New Jersey formed a special auto club in 1960 to help motorists in trouble on limited access roads. They patrol offering three minutes a day of service at no charge and refuse any payment, saying it is their joy to serve as instruments of kindness.
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Somerville
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Mac's
Don Maclean
Cook County
Biddeford - Saco Journal
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Bruce Biossat
NEA
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James Keller
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