Senator Baker Targets Strip Mining With New Federal Bill
The Baker bill imposes an immediate moratorium on new strip mining and requires operators to use improved reclamation methods. It also demands restoration of stripped acres to their original condition, labeling strip mining a national disaster and aligning with Appalachian preservationists.
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Kentucky
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West Virginia
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Tennessee
Punch Missing In Drug Fight
A Charleston man arrested on a drug sale charge was released on $25,000 bond, then re-arrested on the same charge with bond raised to $40,000. The piece questions bond policies and suggests removing alleged pushers from operation pending disposition while noting the disparity with long incarcerations for small marijuana possession.
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Charleston
Rent-a-Santa Possibilities
A discussion on renting a Santa Claus for Christmas visits to raise charity. The idea, sweeping the country, could bring delight to children but is debated as a potential fundraiser rather than a local benefit.
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St. Nick
Thank You Gen Blair Defense of the National Guard
General Blair addressed Kiwanis to defend the National Guard saying 37 000 guardsmen went to Vietnam not 37 000 of 900 000 and that the draft ends in June 1973 with a volunteer army possible thereafter. He argued the Guard remains essential and that draft dodger haven claims would end.
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Plan B Nixon to address Democrats at Miami convention
Column details a satirical Plan B where Nixon plans to address the Democratic National Convention in Miami in July mockingly. It describes orchestrated mischief, boos from Daley and Chicago delegates, and predicts a Gallup boost for Nixon.
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Chicago
Readers' Forum Messiah Review Sparks Reader Letter
A reader objects to Martha Smith's Messiah review calling for praise of a 125-voice chorus and local talent development. The letter argues critics should highlight strengths and notes the Morris Harvey College program benefits and urges finding local talent. James I Forsyth of Albany, Ga seeks Forsyth family cemetery or Bible records for Kanawha County research.
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Greenleaf Dr
Huntington Apartments
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Perceptive Prophet on Indian Aims in Kashmir and Pakistan
Robert S. Elegant argues Indira Gandhi seeks to unravel Pakistan by seizing Bengali and Kashmiri areas, creating Bangla Desh as a step toward dismantling Pakistan. He cites Nehru era policy, domestic gains, and risks of militant separatism in West Bengal for India’s future stability.
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Wicker a Y That Didn't Die in a Tennessee Center
The Residential Youth Center in Chattanooga's Southside YMCA, started last January with 164000 funding, houses 25 to 60 boys referred by Hamilton County Juvenile Court. It aims to divert youths from reformatories through schooling, activities, and community ties, while facing LEAA funding pressures and ongoing discipline challenges.
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Hamilton County Juvenile Court
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Pikeville
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Southside Ymca
LEAA
Message from George to Bruce on planned escape
An intercepted note dated December 15 1971 shows George advising Bruce Crawford about the best laid plans. The message hints at a coordinated scheme described as planned out and appears on Page 1B of the edition.
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Bruce
Nixon Favored to Win Re election in Jimmy the Greek Odds
Jimmy the Greek Snyder rates Nixon as a 7-0-5 favorite to re win against Ed Muskie, with Kennedy trailing. He cites a private poll of 700 women and broader state data in Ohio and Illinois. The odds also list Democratic and Republican contenders for nomination and running mates.
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