In Our Opinion on Apollo 13 Apathy and Spaceflight
Abridged column laments national apathy before Apollo 13 and the public’s TV fixation on Aquarius and Odyssey. It reflects on collective fear during the near disaster, urging renewed seriousness about moon missions and explorers. The piece then shifts to a Washington ethics note about politicians facing graft charges, mentioning Dan Brewster, John Dowdy, and Senator Roman Hruska and a $2.64 million redesign contract tied to the Avenue of Presidents.
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Space
United States
Washington
Dan Brewster
D-Md
John Dowdy
D-Tex
Justice Department
Roman Hruska
R-Neb
White House
Sen. Hruska
Leo A. Daly
Avenue of Presidents
Hruska Helps Daly On Federal Triangle Plan
A hubbub over the mixed plan for the Avenue of Presidents in Washington unfolds as Senator Hruska helps Daly navigate GSA inquiries. Warnecke was initially picked for planning, but political shifts and a contracting maneuver delayed the project, costing taxpayers millions. Reports also flag a separate quake risk budget shortfall and a hospital parking structure collapse at Omaha.
Laos policy muddle and secret war debate in US press
A critical piece argues Americans will not accept a repeat of Vietnam in Laos. It notes Nixon era covert aid to mountain tribes, White House assurances against ground troops, and ongoing public unease as leaders claim limited involvement while escalation alarms mount. The author urges frank disengagement from Southeast Asia.
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Southeast Asia
U.S
Laos
Ho Chi Minh
North Vietnam
South Vietnam
Vientiane
Johnson
Vietnam
William Rogers
Defense
Melvin Laird
Alcohol Abuse as Major National Problem
Grass Roots Opinion from Winfield Kansas cautions that while drug abuse draws focus, alcoholism affects about four million Americans, with many more at risk. It notes increasing heavy drinking with age and using alcohol to feel better, warning that "just one more" can lead to trouble.
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Winfield, Kan
Dorsey
Corry Notes and Local Appearances Include Elections
Approval of Richard McLaughlin appointment noted with effect April 1. A Seer 3 club meeting hosted by Mrs Leslie Kelly at East South Street saw twelve members and several awards to Mrs Briskle Saxton Kelly and Loveland at the Ross home. Census places Second ward population at 1,467 with complete tally by Frank Baeder. Oluf Wellejus demonstrated Danish and French pastry at West Point Military School on Good Friday, marking early access for a pastry demonstrator at the academy.
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City of
Corry
Frank Baeder
Erie-Crawford
Oluf Wellejus
West Point Military School
Wellejus
West Point
Yevening Journal
West South Street
Ry Evening Journal
George Rice
William Eaton
Jon McLaughlin
Associated Press
AP News
Market Sees The Light by John Cunnift
In New York AP report market writers turn cautious optimism to hope as profits lag. Analysts cite plunging price-earnings ratios from 46 to about 13.6, signaling deep gloom yet potential bottom. Experts advise watching sentiment shifts and fund cash positions amid a beleaguered market.
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New York
Harold Dorsey
Argus Research
Wall Street
John Wright
Wright Investors Service
Bradbury K. ‘Thurlow
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Frank Morrison
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Omaha
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Geological Survey
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Bureau of the Budget
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Alaska
San Andreas
Paul Harvey
Asia
Paris
Frank Moss
Utah
Souvanna Phouma
Mike Mansfield
D-Mont
CTA
Grass Roots Opinion
Richard McLaughlin
Malls
Raymond Avenue
Mrs. Howard Ross
John Cunnift
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