Courts unlikely to accept gambling urge as insanity defense
The U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals rejected Gary Lewellyn's insanity plea arguing he lacked substantial capacity to refrain from embezzlement. It left open whether compulsive gambling can ever support an insanity defense, noting insufficient evidence and suggesting further study before such excuses become common in white collar crime.
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Gary Lewellyn
U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
St. Louis
Lewellyn
The
American Psychiatric Association
Robert L. Custer
Melancholy case tests rights over life and hospital care
The Elizabeth Bouvin case frames a clash between a patient with a terminal wish and medical duty. Courts debate whether staff can force feed or must respect a patient’s choice to end life by refusing nourishment, highlighting tensions between preserving life and personal autonomy.
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Elizabeth Bouvin
California
Time to Fold on Lebanon Marines Mission
The author argues 15 months in Beirut failed to stabilize Lebanon and that 1,460 U.S. Marines should withdraw. He contends the Syrians and internal Lebanese divisions prevent progress and warns that remaining risks greater disaster and jeopardizing Reagan’s reelection. He urges a prompt end to the multinational force.
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Beirut
Gemayel
United States
France
Britain
Italy
U.S
Lebanon
Syria
Soviet Union
No-news year 1983 ends with cautious optimism
The article reflects on 1983's good news arising from things that did not happen. It notes declines in major conflicts, steady European and global affairs, and restrained East West tensions. It cites continued U.S. economic growth, avoidance of a new global crisis, and partial progress in several regions, closing with cautious optimism.
Letters to The Gazette Poverty problem
A reader defends market forces and opposes government intervention as the solution to hunger and recession. The letter criticizes the editorial stance on poverty, rebuts charges of superficial analysis, and argues that government withdrawal would restore supply and demand to fix inflationary issues.
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United States
Bangladesh
Thankful holiday wishes to helpers from Regis and St Pauls
A grateful note to Regis High School students St Paul's Lutheran Church members and many relatives and friends who helped me this year. May God bless them all in the new year.
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Regis High School
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Charter Coaches Tour Delights 46 Senior Citizens
A Sunday evening excursion on December 18 saw Charter Coaches transport 46 senior citizens from Springville. Stops included Bishop's for supper, a lights visit at Vinton, a Cedar Memorial Cemetery lights drive, and a final stop at the Coach Barn for hot apple cider. One passenger was an 82 year old mother recovering from eye surgery, making the trip especially meaningful.
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Springville
Bishop’s
Vinton
Cedar Memorial Cemetery
Religious freedom letters defend faith and scripture
A reader defends religious liberty against labeling evangelicals as a threat. The letter emphasizes Bible belief, salvation through Jesus, and cites Romans and Corinthians to argue for personal faith and freedom from coercion. The writer ends by invoking Ronald Reagan.
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Jesus Christ
Calvary
Ronald Reagan
Christmas in the City shines with gifted youth cast
The Community Theatre presents Christmas in the City a joyous showcase of young performers. The star-studded cast and all contributors are praised for delivering a warm memorable holiday gift.
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