Abscam convictions face doubt as Bryant overturns Kelly case
The Washington judge’s reversal of Richard Kelly’s 1981 bribery conviction casts doubt on Abscam methods. The piece argues entrapment, evidentiary challenges, and public trust implications will shape Supreme Court review and future policing of government corruption.
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Abscam
Washington
William Bryant
Florida
Richard Kelly
Justice Department
Bryant
Kelly
FBI
Supreme Court
CETA under Fire As Congress Debates Its Future
The piece analyzes opposition and support for the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act as it nears phaseout. Senator Orrin Hatch cautions against a repeat of CETA, while noting its past successes in education, on the job training, and reducing welfare rolls.
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Capitol Hill
Orrin Hatch
Utah
Labor Committee
Reagan
Congress
Pvt. Sector
Editor's Address Sparks Media Critique At ASNE Convention
At the Chicago gathering May 6 Michael J. ONeill of the New York Daily News delivered a blunt assessment of media power and bias. He warned against hype and adversarial journalism, urging a balanced, hopeful approach and renewed public trust rather than constant conflict.
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Washington
American Society of Newspaper Editors
Chicago
Faute de Mieux
Michael J. O’neill
New York Daily News
Conservatives Should Embrace the Federal Role as National Glue
The piece argues conservatives should view the federal government as a unifying force. It traces the theory of national purpose from Jefferson through Lincoln, Webster, Burke, and Webster to Roosevelt and FDR, noting how later leaders nationalized policy and how contemporary conservatism lacks a poet’s sense of national unity.
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Lincoln
Reagan
Steel
Daniel Webster
Delaware
Delaware Bay
Webster
Edmund Burke
Burke
Teddy Roosevelt
Beer
Franklin
Washington
New York
Washington High School Class of 1972 Reunion Plans
The Washington High School Class of 1972 announces a 10th reunion to be held July 2 and 3. The committee seeks to locate missing classmates and asks anyone with information to contact Ann Vick at 2739 First Ave SE or Val Ledford Gray at 2425 12th Ave SE, or call 362-6636 or 393-6915.
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Washington High School
Ann Vick
First Ave
Val (Ledford) Gray
12Th Ave. SE
Letters Unqualified Advice Sparks Satire in May Gazette
The May 17 Gazette humorously critiques Doris Day's marriage advice after four failed marriages and likens her stance to Tammy Wynette's Stand by Your Man. The writer mocks celebrity expertise and gullibility, comparing it to a fan giving baseball tips despite not succeeding at bat.
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Doris Day
Bloom County
Tammy Wynette
City parks face dirty restrooms prompt calls for cleaner facilities
A local resident voices concern about unclean city park bathrooms during summer visits. They urge the city to improve cleaning schedules, maintenance, and restroom conditions to keep parks welcoming for families. Residents seek actionable steps and accountability from park management.
Gazette Letters Guidelines emphasize limits and authenticity
The Gazette invites reader opinions under 400 words, with editing possible. Include writer name, street address, signature, and a non published phone number for authentication. Anonymous letters are not published. Focus on issues and events rather than personalities. One letter per writer every 30 days.
Congregate meals brighten communal life and health
The piece extols congregate meals as vital for those with limited funds offering decent food social contact and light entertainment. It emphasizes benefits beyond nutrition including dignity and community support while noting concerns with handling but affirming overall value.
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John Donnelly
John Robertson
Art Heusinkveld
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Woodshed
ASNE
Mike O’neill
O’neill
Daniel Boorstin
Librarian of
New York City
O'Neill
Jenkin Lloyd Jones
Los Angeles Times Syndicate
White House
TV News
Ben J. Wattenberg
America
Samuel H. Beer
Harvard
Boston College
Thomas P
Tip) O'Neill
Tip
Prof. Beer
Jefferson
Hamilton
George Will
Tip O'Neill
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