Americans Do Not Seek Revolution Says Bruce Biassot
Bruce Biassot argues in this first of four pieces that American intellectuals overstate calls for revolution. He suggests the current attacks on political, business, education, religion, and family institutions are mostly fragmented and not a planned radical overhaul. He compares 1972 sentiment to past crises, noting Nixon’s reelection implied caution toward upheaval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
NEA
America
Maor
Richard Nixon
California
United States
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Inflation Not Only Here Says Don Oakley
The piece cites World magazine and Colin Jones of the London Financial Times noting global inflation. Prices have risen since 1969 in countries from Denmark and India to Britain Japan and Nigeria, with Brazil up nearly 389 points, while Soviet vodka price changes mask real shifts. The piece warns that inflation abroad threatens stability at home.
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World Magazine
United States
Nixon
Denmark
India
Japan
Britain
Nigeria
West Germany
Brazil
Colin Jones
London Financial Times
South America
Africa
Sahara
Asia
Soviet Union
Calendar revival boosts pin-up calendar sales
The calendar as a holiday tradition remains strong with annual industry sales exceeding 150 million dollars. Pin-up calendars account for about 7.5 million, led by Ridge Tool Company of Elyria Ohio whose 1973 74 edition prints 600000 copies featuring fully clothed bikinied models.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ridge Tool Company
Elyria
Ohio
Peace Is at Hand Fizzle Out in Vietnam
The piece argues Kissinger’s claim of imminent peace was political theater. It notes Hanoi’s early signals, the oct deadline, and public distrust after renewed bombing. It blames both sides for an impasse over sovereignty issues and North Vietnamese troop presence, dimming holiday hopes.
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Henry Kissinger
Vietnam
Richard Nixon
Hanoi
Washington
Kissinger
Nixon
Paris
Thieu
Saigon
Demilitarized Zone
Broncs Fall In State Finals Amid Desperate Comeback
Fans debate the state final as Clarendon Broncs lose to Floydada Whirlwinds while supporters recall a tougher opponent who fought back. A local civic note urges participation in a Chamber of Commerce led building remodel project for a furniture plant, promising rent-backed funds and depot renovations, with city fence work and a $60 yearly FW&D payment. Christine Kaye Jenkins is mistakenly omitted from vandalism correspondence and is now noted.
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Bobcats
Floydada
Childress
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
Old
Fort Worth
Denver
Fw&d
Christine Kaye Jenkins
Christine
World’s most poisonous fish: the stonefish
The stonefish, a scorpion fish relative, is the world’s most poisonous known fish. Its venomous hypodermic spines along its back can cause severe pain, illness, and even death.
Boyle's Column: New Year's Resolutions for 1973
Hal Boyle writes of a lean New Year with inflation and upheaval, then lists lighthearted resolutions. He vows to quit late dates with Phyllis Diller, curb winning plays to the Packers, attend matinee nights, stop early page peeking in mystery novels, curb poetical verses, write fewer long letters, and avoid petty snubs and grandiose wills. He concludes by asking for humility in 1973.
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New York
Picayune
Hannah
Phyllis Diller
Green Bay Packers
Metropolitian Museum of Art
Mac
God of the World
Global volcano count rises to 455 with 80 more underwater
Scientists report 455 active volcanoes worldwide with an estimated 80 additional submarine vents. The highest concentration remains in Indonesia, prompting renewed monitoring.
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Indonesia
Stamp to mark special person in 1973 issue announced
The U S Postal Service will issue an 8cent commemorative stamp in 1973 titled Special Stamp for Someone Special. It is scheduled for Philadelphia on January 26 with a design reveal planned around the start of the year.
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U.S. Postal Service
Philadelphia
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
Confidence Crisis Hits Small Investors in Securities Market
AP analyst notes that after SEC efforts to rebuild trust, small investors pull funds and seek safety. Brokers misuse client assets, research is weak, and management often lacks competence. SEC moves aim to raise standards, but gaps remain in adviser exams and fund quality oversight.
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John Cunniff
NEW York
Securities and Exchange Commission
Barker
SEC
National Association of Securities Dealers
William Casey
Our Affluence Is A Problem Itself Second of four related articles
The piece argues that affluence, while reducing poverty, creates new issues like urban decay, high costs, congestion, and unfulfilled expectations. It critiques thinkers who oversold wealth, notes liberals’ paradoxical role, and contrasts large government spending with personal solvency. India ranks third in tobacco production.
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Washington
Nea
Asia
Africa
Latin America
America
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
Letter to the Editor Silent on Local Vandalism Duty of Law and Society
A reader urges the town to enforce standards after a vandalism incident. The writer blames lax enforcement, calls for court action, and argues taxpayers should not bear fines. He urges accountability for youths and quotes Bishop Sheen and Proverbs to stress personal responsibility.
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Bob Moates
Ole Bob Moates
Bishop Sheen
Gene
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Rockford
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Jake's Cycle Shop
Wellington, Texas
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