Population shifts in 1970s hit growth patterns
Editorial notes a Census Bureau study showing fast growers in the 1960s slumping while other states reverse trends. California New Jersey and Connecticut slow to national rates. West Virginia North Dakota and South Dakota rebound, Nevada slows its rapid 1960s pace. Possible publicity effects discussed.
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South Dakota
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Fischer case highlights TV impact on World Chess Championship
Paul Harvey argues that television and audience behavior disrupts live performances including the World Chess Championship. He notes Bobby Fischer sued for televised rights, claims distractions affect players and spectators, cites Spassky and others, and sees broader erosion of concert manners due to TV culture.
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Boris Spassky
Fischer
International Chess Federation
Sheldon Shkolnik
Grant Park
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van Cliburn
Chicago Symphony
Kenneth Lawson
Chicago Today
Lelse
Paper cars fueled by nitrogen promise mass production
Designer Lindley Manning from Reno predicts paper and fiberglass cars could be mass produced within 20 years. He notes nitrogen as the fuel source and cites safety benefits from a honeycomb body while chemists and engineers explore eco friendly solutions including dissolving bottles.
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Nixon's heating purchase linked to San Clemente villa upgrade
Washington reports President Nixon used 13500 from the public till for a new heating system during villa renovations at San Clemente. The upgrade coincided with converting a Coast Guard station into a Western White House complex and adding security gear. The heating change was defended by Secret Service as a safety measure.
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William Robinson
GSA
Secret Service
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Envelope bombs spark bold warnings from a columnist
Washington columnist Don Maclean laments rising envelope bombs and the spread of ideas that fuel terrorism. He mocks sensationalism, warns of a wave of copycat attacks, and argues for cautious free speech while noting journalists aid the panic.
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Don Maclean
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Arthur Hailey
Agnews noncampaign tests nerves in phase two blitz
Washington News assessing Vice President Agnew’s noncampaign shows a tightly managed, low-visibility tour across Texas and Illinois. He delivers lengthy statistics on administration wins while reporters struggle to file stories, suggesting the campaign may yield little substance and favor the incumbents.
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George McGovern
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Primary fatigue and TV's grip on U.S. presidential politics
Washington columnist William S. White argues that voter weariness grows as the long primary season drags on, worsened by relentless television coverage and a flawed open primary system that risks nominating candidates like George McGovern. He warns a nationwide primary would magnify costs and TV influence, undermining deliberation and solid leadership.
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