Nixon and Kissinger dispute on Vietnam bombing memo
Secret NSSM analysis shows four years of bombing failed to curb North Vietnam’s war effort. Kissinger sought hard answers as Nixon’s plans to end the war faced scrutiny. CIA and State Department agreed bombing did not stop supply flows or erode Hanoi’s resolve, though civilian toll rose.
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Vietnam
Nixon
North Vietnam
Henry Kissinger
Kissinger
White House
Mike Gravel
Alaska
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Laos
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Censorship Risk From Postal Rate Hikes Urges Public Interest
In our view government control in the media is uneven as Phase 1 guidelines apply to publishers but the Postal Service can raise rates freely. Second-class and third-class postal increases are projected to rise about 150 percent over five years, likely drying up news flow and diminishing free speech as insolvency thins newspapers and magazines.
Barbecue time again by F Richard Ciccone
The essay humorously notes the male fixations and freedoms sought in outdoor cooking. It contrasts the ritual with modern grills and gadgets, sketches the backyard scene, and jokes about martinis and the temptations of watching baseball while grilling. The piece satirizes gender roles and suburban barbecues in a light, period-voice tone.
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F. Richard Ciccone
Associated Press
Chicago (Ap
Voters Tie Low Turnout in Corry Primary April 1952
Corry voters produced one of the lowest primary turnouts in years with 1 079 ballots cast across six precincts despite good weather. Elks leader Howard R Davis urged greater community service during the 50th anniversary events. Rod and Gun Club met with about 20 sportsmen and endorsed building a skeet range facility on the Columbus Lottsville road.
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Howard R. Davis
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
Order
Corry
The Godfather and the Mafia in New York反
A provocative critique of The Godfather film and Mario Puzo’s book, arguing it sparked renewed Mafia interest and public fascination. The piece satirizes politicians and aims to expose ethical failures in government while detailing gangland feuds and the Five Families’ fading unity, ending with a blunt question about respect and legitimacy.
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Puzo
Mario Puzo
Politicians Promise What They Never Deliver In Speech
The speaker criticizes lawmakers for vague pledges that fail to address middle and low income taxpayers, welfare fraud, tax loopholes, highway corruption, and rising costs. They note none propose rapid troop withdrawal from Vietnam or concrete reforms, suggesting candidates resort to empty, non binding rhetoric.
Encores for Puzo and the Mafia in the public eye
The piece laments political promises and media narratives around Mario Puzo and the Mafia, noting falling pride as aging mob figures die of natural causes. It critiques modern portrayals, asks for accountable leaders, and calls for real government service over party rhetoric.
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By Bill Eaton
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