Two Assassination Trials Exhibit Stark Court Contrasts
In Our Opinion the Kennedy assassination trials in New Orleans and Los Angeles reveal divergent approaches. The Clay Shaw case links a suspect to a plot in New Orleans, while Sirhan Sirhan faces eyewitness evidence in Los Angeles. Both drag on and cost taxpayers, highlighting a pursuit of spectacle over swift justice.
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New Orleans Parish
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Clay Shaw
Los Angeles County
Sirhan Bishara Sirhan
Sirhan
Jack Ruby
Kremlin Warming to West Amid Nuclear Era
Secret State Department memo says hard liners control Moscow yet seek warmer ties with the West. Nixon praised in Soviet press as talks ease, with Moscow inviting more Western reporters and satellites like Romania to arbitration over ideological disputes. Kremlin tightens grip at home, jailing dissidents, while pressuring satellites and using economic levers to segment loans. Perle Mesta notes $1 million in jewelry from late husband. mask reveler at Mardi Gras proves party ties amid Soviet diplomacy. Senator Russ Long plays the provocateur figure in Washington.
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Perle Mesta
Washington
Your Questions Answered in City Column
Readers grill city officials about bus station double parking liability and urban renewal costs. Acknowledging concerns, the city cites federal funding via the Erie County Redevelopment Authority for relocation office expenses while detailing project timelines, scope, and the need to consult HUD staff for clarity.
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Erie County Redevelopment Authority
Department of Housing and Urban Development
West Pleasant
First Avenue
Recreation program funding eyed for Corry youths
In 1940 Supt David Swartz recommended a summer recreation plan for Corry youth with 80 percent state funding. Kiwanis heard Jack Stahl discuss the diamond industry. Corry Legion Rockets defeated Fairview 81 to 30 on the lovers' court, while a 1928 winter edition recalls fine sleighing and parties for all ages.
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David ‘Swartz
of the Board of Education
Corry Legion Rockets
Fairview Legionnaires
Lovers’ Court
The Little Red Hen parable retold in economics terms
Paul Harvey presents a satirical take set in Muskegon Michigan where the Little Red Hen bakes five loaves from wheat she grows. Neighbors refuse to help harvest reap or bake, then claim danger of unemployment welfare and discrimination as the farmer explains free enterprise and individual reward. The tale ends with the hen baking alone while neighbors complain about fairness and aid.
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Gaylord Sutherland
Red Hen
Muskegon, Mich
Sin In Suburbs by Hal Boyle
In Port Washington on Long Island, a dog named Tiger embodies suburban sin and affection. A loyal, comically loving hound, he pursues every eligible female from the valley of Salt Creek to the Gold Coast, outsmarting owners and dodging dog catchers until a fatal heart attack ends his escapades. The epitaph from Dooley Schneider calls him the sexiest dog in town.
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Salt Creek
Port Washington
Long Island
Gold Coast
Tiger
Dooley Schneider
Minnie
Today in History February 15 1969 harbor blast Cuba
On this date in 1969 the harbor at Havana Cuba saw a disaster with more than 250 lives lost. The year has 46 days elapsed and 319 remaining. Notable events include the 1898 explosion of the battleship Maine and a birth date related to Italian researcher Istrono mer.
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Cuba
Mer
U.S
Maine
Pina
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