Topsoil fears grow as Carter plan trims soil service staff
Iowa farmers express concern as the Carter budget proposes cutting 1,000 U S Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service workers, and similar Forestry Service reductions loom. Dean Lee Kolmer of Iowa State University warns long term soil practices may deteriorate while balance-of-payments pressures push short term gains.
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Carter’s Dilemma on Middle East Security Policy
The United States faces a political test on whether to back an economic and military protection for the Middle East after Vietnam. Carter lacks sufficient congressional and allied support to commit, while Israel and Egypt seek guarantees. Public opinion, party opposition, and NATO allies complicate any new guarantees amid regional turmoil. New York Times Service.
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Oil politics and pricing amid OPEC tension
The piece critiques OPEC head Mana Saeed al-Otaiba's push to blacklist oil traders exploiting the Iran situation and rising prices. It notes Iran and Ecuador price demands, Saudi output shifts, and uncertainty about U.S. multinationals like Shell Texaco Mobil Exxon and Standard amidst refining capacity and embargo aftermath.
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Letter questions evolution and supports creation teaching
A March 3 letter disputes evolution as the sole explanation of human origins and backs state Sen Jen Sen's push to require the Biblical creation story in schools. It argues that in science a theory rests on overwhelming evidence and could be changed if contradicting data appeared.
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Scientists seek truth through observation not biased aim
The writer argues scientists pursue truth from observable facts, notes evolution may still be debated, and cautions against mixing religion with state. They warn against persecuting beliefs and reflect on farmers and community helpers aiding neighbors during hardship.
Helmet laws for under eighteen cyclists debated
The discussion weighs safety against overreach. Suggestions include learner permits, instructor discretion on helmet choice, periodic testing, a one year temporary license, and simulated street testing rather than real traffic. Some favor costly measures if safety justifies them.
Thinking as a sport dulls the mind and ends in backgammon
A humorous essay chronicles a failed stint with thinking as a trend. The narrator narrates attempting straight thinking and mind games, from thinking shoes to lectures, finally quitting after months of blank results and switching to backgammon.
Farmers Trust Me With Trapping On Their Lands
A retired pipefitter recalls decades of access granted by farmers for trapping on their farms and lands. He notes farmers are laborers welders and mechanics who also possess chemical knowledge and various farming skills.
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