Supreme Court rules against church school aid in three cases
The court struck down New York and Pennsylvania laws funding parochial schools and tuition subsidies. An 8 to 1 ruling nullified a New York measure providing 28 million dollars to nonpublic schools for testing and record-keeping costs. An Iowa bill for public funds to nonpublic schools faced anticipated legal challenges, reinforcing the principle that funding favoring religious institutions is unconstitutional.
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U.S. Supreme Court
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Kelley Wins Senate Backing to Restore FBI Prestige
The article notes Clarence M. Kelley, new FBI director, faces questions from the senate judiciary committee and vows not to repeat Gray’s misconduct. Despite Watergate fallout, Kelley secures 96-0 confirmation and aims to restore non political credibility and efficiency in the bureau.
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Senate Judiciary Committee
Kansas City
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Senate
It Is Easier to Fill the Stomach than the Eye
A political columnist reflects on the futility of escaping consequences after mistakes. The piece uses a German proverb about feeding the stomach versus the eye to illustrate prudence in governance.
What is Obscene The People’s Forum Debate
A reader argues against obscenity censorship after a Supreme Court ruling. They question how communities should define obscenity and object to policing clothing and implied actions. The letter warns of a police state and urges defense of free reading choices in a democracy.
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Supreme Court
Watergate debate stirs reader complaint
A reader voices fatigue with the Watergate coverage arguing the uproar would fade if the Democrats had won and TV would be calmer. The letter reflects public frustration with national political fallout.
Reston Feels Enmity Amid White House Enemies List
James Reston testifies in a senate hearing about being labeled an enemy of the White House. He defends his critical articles on Nixon, calls the blacklist unfair, and notes few people see the White House crowd since the current administration arrived.
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A. Innocent
Nixon
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Notre Dame
Eric Sevareid
CBS
Nixon Enemies List and Reflections on Political Feud
A New York Times interview transcript recounts the Nixon White House master list of enemies, including its origins in 1971. The speaker, Tom Wicker, describes his mixed reactions and fears for his family, arguing that political opponents should still respect civil rights and integrity despite disagreements.
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Johnson
Airbags progress and a warning about malfunctions
Airbags have performed well in real world testing since late 1974 with eight serious accidents showing proper inflation and protection. A notable malfunction briefly inflated only the passenger bag, prompting caution about inadvertent inflations and highlighting strong safety gains despite lingering fears.
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Washington Star Syndicate
Gazette Letters Policy Summary
Editorial page guidelines invite reader opinions with a 400 word limit per letter. Each writer may submit at most one letter every 30 days. Letters may be condensed and edited without changing meaning. Anonymous publication is not allowed. The writer’s name address and readable handwritten signature follow the telephone number and help authenticate submissions. Content focuses on issues and events rather than personalities.
Buckley Critiques Court Ruling On Private School Funding
William F. Buckley Jr condemns a Supreme Court decision restricting religious school support. He argues the ruling narrows First Amendment protections by denying tax credits and warnings that public school monopolies threaten religious education and constitutional limits on state involvement. He calls for reform or constitutional amendments.
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Supreme Court
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