Reform debate tests electoral college flaws in Congress vote
The cross party challenge to a North Carolina elector sparks debate over reform. House 229 169 Senate 58 33. Supporters note constitutional issues while opponents urge caution. Proposals include proportional votes and lowering voting age to 18 for federal elections.
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Onday
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Senate
North Carolina
Wallace
Nixon
Congress
Iowa
Hughes
Gross
Kyle
Mayne
Scherle
Miller
Culver
Smith
Schwengel
Campus Turmoil Tests University Resolutions and Community Roles
The piece examines San Francisco State College conflicts and asks if a working majority can proceed amid disruption. It cites University of Northern Iowa President J W Maucker on campus societal friction, criticism as essential, and the risk if society overreacts. It argues strong campus governance and limited police aid can preserve academic freedom.
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San Francisco State College
San Francisco
United States
Iowa
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St. Hayakawa’s Bailiwick
Cedar Rapids assigns Harold Schaefer city clerk
Harold Schaefer 32 a truck salesman for International Harvester Co was appointed Cedar Rapids city clerk with a Jan 16 start and a 5400 salary. The Peoples Bank and Trust Co will pay a 525 pool rental for Red Cross swimming instructors program. Rep Schwengel comments on House leadership change. Eisenhower urges courteous treatment of Mikoyan. Postmaster race contenders listed. Mrs Don Newell named Linn county soldiers relief commission secretary. Rep G T Kuester wins Iowa House speaker nomination on first ballot. F D Ford noted as foods and weights inspector for multiple counties.
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International Harvester Co
Cedar Rapids
Peoples Bank and Trust Co
Red Cross
Joseph Martin
Massachusetts
House
Fred Schwengel
R-Ia
Schwengel
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Gazette
G.O.P
Charles Halleck
Indiana
Strict enforcement of sanitation laws urged by official
Mark Thornsburg said he would begin a strict enforcement of sanitation laws and asked retailers to cooperate. A second accident in a week disabled Fire Hose Company No. 5’s pumper at Fifth Avenue and Sixth Street SW while en route to a fire at 206 Fourteenth Street SW. Rev Dr Dale Welch, president of the University of Dubuque, was named commencement speaker for Cedar Rapids high school midyear graduation on Jan 19.
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University of Dubuque
Cedar Rapids High School
Congress
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Capitol Hill
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Washingtonian
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McCormack
Democratic Study Group
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Ohio
Thomas Rees
Calif
James Scheuer
N.Y
Brock Adams
Wash
Congressional Campaign Committee
Kirwan
Rees
Mike Doles
Carl Albert
Okla
Winds of Change Hit Capitol Hill in Powell Kennedy Debate
The 1969 Washington debate centers on Adam Clayton Powell as the House fines him $25,000 and Powell seeks legal challenge. Ted Kennedy gains momentum with party leadership shifts, while Hugh Scott and John McCormack face internal strains. The Times notes racial tensions, calls for truthful disclosures, and questions on accountability and due process in Congress.
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Adam Clayton Powell
Uncle Sam
Powell
Harlem
House
John Rarick
Louisiana
George Wallace
Kennedy rises in congress shaping bipartisan 1972 path
The piece analyzes leadership shifts in both parties as the new congress opens. It highlights Sen. Edward M. Kennedy's bold bid for the assistant leadership, GOP moderates in top posts, and the potential for greater bipartisan cooperation with President-elect Nixon. It notes implications for reform and the evolving congressional establishment.
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Senate
House
Nixon
Congressional
Reform Pressures Signal Move Toward Modern Congress
The piece notes continued pressure on Congress to modernize its 18th century machinery. Brookings will soon publish a study highlighting tolerated conflicts and corruption. Editors and the FOI Center report broad support for financial disclosure and open hearings from candidates who won office. News outlets push reform, with editorials and indictments cited, including James Boyd’s Washingtonian piece.
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Edward Kennedy
Congress
Brookings Institution
American Society of Newspaper Editors
Freedom of Information Center
New York Times
Washington Post
Source of Troubles More Inlaws Than Outlaws
Brief humor item notes that many household conflicts come from inlaws, not outlaws, reflecting a lighthearted 3 Minute Talks segment.
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