Editorial questions Panama Canal ownership and policy stance
The piece argues the Panama Canal Zone is not U S property and that U S ownership is outdated. It challenges Reagan Thurmond positions, notes Kissinger and Henny Lernoux on Panama, and claims commercial interests and global trade would adapt if the canal closed, downplaying military arguments.
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Ronald Reagan
Panamia Canal
U. S
Hunan
Peoples Republic of China
U.S
Panama Canal
Theodore Roosevelt
Sen
Strom Thurmond
R-S.c
L. S
Panama
Henry Kissinger
Henny Lernoux
Omar Tortijos
Switzerland
Lernoux
Pentagon
Reagan
Thurmond
Vietnam
America
Rtc
Suez Canal
Even Lawmakers Aren't Perfect
A satirical column mocks congressional flaws and recalls public questions about ethics. It playfully suggests lawmakers claim absolute integrity while noting instances of questionable actions and self interest. The piece ends with casual chatter about the political scene.
Gag Orders Raise Press Freedom and Jury Concerns
The piece argues judges increasingly impose gag orders to protect jury impartiality amid widely publicized crimes. It cites Ruby and Angela Davis trials to illustrate the press’s duty to report open court while recognizing the risk to juror objectivity. The author urges careful balance with First Amendment obligations.
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Jack Ruby
Kennedy
Impanel
Ruby
California
Angela Davis
Miss Davis
Ms. Davis
Performance Hard to Follow in Charleston Rich Life
A Wall Street Journal report notes the effort to relieve wealth boredom among oil executives drags on while Charleston’s affluent scenes unfold. The Journal suggests a contrast with community life featuring sunny pool moments, rotating family dinners, and monthly parties.
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Nouston
Wall Street
The
Journal
Charleston
Bicentennial Dinner Dream of Deep Throat Worthy Choice
Art Buchwald muses on a July Fourth survey asking whom to dine with in history. He picks Deep Throat and sketches a playful, offbeat dinner scenario in a Washington garage with fried chicken, beer, and a reading spread of The Washington Post. He ponders Woodward’s appearance and Nixon era secrets in a light satirical tone.
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Los Angeles Times
Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Teddy Roosevelt
AF Capone
Richard Nixon
Watergate
America
Sans Souci
Washington Post
Bob Woodward
Robert Redford
Woodward
Nixon
White House
Haldeman
Ehrlichman
Colson
Capitol Hill
Readers vent over polluted rest area and USES ads
A reader complains about a filthy rest area toilet near Summersville and criticizes West Virginia Turnpike road quality. In a second letter, J L Johnson questions USES spending while directing funds to ads and urges focus on assisting the disadvantaged unemployed. A note thanks the Gazette for Bicentennial Band.
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Gazelle J
Summersville
New River Bridge
R.W. Golden Sr
Dudley Dr
Charlotte
N.C
Gazette
Congress
United States Employment Service
USES
U.S. Labor Department
Why
Act of Congress
J.L. Johnson
Maple Street
St. Albans
Carter Dominates Campaign Shift Amid Sparse Voter Turnout
James Reston weighs the post primary landscape with Carter rising as the decisive force while Ford Reagan split the field. Nonvoters form a silent majority, raising questions about November outcomes and the path to the Democratic nomination.
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Iayor
San Francisco
Ealy
Ford
Reagan
Carter
Humphrey
Farmer Guv Carter
Georgia
Ronald Reagan
Washington
California
The Status Quo on Federal Highway Spending
Anthony Lewis argues Massachusetts spent 51 million on Interstate 95 repairs despite doubts about benefits. He cites jobs and political pressure, critiques federal grants, and warns against entrenched interests in defense and infrastructure. The piece urges leaders to reject wasteful projects and rethink federal funding priorities.
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N.Y. Times
Boston
Providence
Rock
Massachusetts
Michael Dukakis
Massachusetts House
Dukakis
Boston Globe
Lewis Carroll
Karl Marx
Tower of Babel
Beacon Hill
Franklin Roosevelt
Pennsylvania
The
Chicago Tribune
Washington
Congress
Rockwell International
United Automobile Workers Union
Afl-Cio
Cincinnati
Frank Church
Sen. Church
Keeping his seat John J. Catalano faces reelection
George writes about John J. Catalano’s bid to retain his courthouse seat. The story outlines campaign dynamics, opposition positioning, and voter concerns as the election nears. Catalano’s past decisions and legislative impact are highlighted, with commentary on what a victory would mean for the courthouse.
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John J. Catalano
Hays scandal viewed as multi level misdeeds and power
Garry Wills argues the Hays affair spans five facets from personal conduct to public funds and political impact. He contends voters and Congress tolerated petty tyranny for material gain, making the public’s anti Washington sentiment seem earned.
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Hays
Ms. Ray
Washington Post
House
Ethics Committee
Adam Clayton Powell
Grand Jury
Congressional
Congress
Carter
Reagan
Brown
Arkansas
Wilbur Mills
Boston
Ohio
Washington
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Therm
Confederacy
Madison Square Garden
Bek
Wand Vll
Anthony Lewis
Jack
Yours
George
Garry Wills
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