In Our Opinion Nixon Faces Vietnam Criticism
A dated opinion argues that concerns over Vietnam policy ignore earlier presidents. It contends Truman funded France, Kennedy escalated troop and money support, Eisenhower resisted combat troops, and Nixon should be judged by inheriting a broad national burden while seeking to reduce casualties. It condemns antiwar protests and calls for measured withdrawal.
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Nixon
United States
Truman
Vietnam
Kennedy
Jack Kennedy
Johnson
Eisenhower
Richard Nixon
Patsy
U.S
Grass Roots Opinion Confronts Welfare Reform Tradeoff
Cuero Texas readers argue that cutting poverty programs and food handouts would force able workers to work, contending federal and state funds should cover only those who deserve aid. The letter calls for tighter eligibility and reduced dole spending to curb relief rolls.
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Cuero
Texas
Complex General Like Patton Scott Has Stormy Career
The article profiles Scott a tall, controversial actor who refused an Academy Award nomination and endured five broken noses by age 30. It notes his three marriages, mellowed temperament, and belief in distinction and individuality while acknowledging his self critique and view of acting as a risky, rewarding craft.
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New York
George S. Patton
George C. Scott
Patton
20Th Century-Fox
Scott
U.S
France
Vietnam War Drawdown Gains Momentum and Costs Rise
The administration plans to cut U.S. troop strength by about 300,000 by July and 72,000 civilians, moving toward 2.7 million by mid 1971. Secretary Rogers says the shift signals a hardening foreign policy toward allies, while Agnew promotes nations fighting their own wars. Separately, a federal waste review finds $300 million spent on unused equipment, led by the Pentagon, with misordered helmets and unused inflight kits. GSA redeploys surplus to other agencies.
Pentagon-Waste Champion Sparks Frugality in Federal Disposal
The piece highlights GSA surplus practices from obsolete missiles to used aircraft and even religious items, noting Jeeps sell fast and a suggestion to save money by removing lighters from cars. It recalls whistleblower Ernest Fitzgerald and questions the Pentagon’s gatekeeping on thrift amid a billion-dollar era.
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Boon
Pentagon
Law on party walls and advertising signs in Pennsylvania
In typical party-wall scenarios the surviving owner has wall support rights but the adjoining owner may hold rights to use the wall for a sign. State law offers little guidance and local zoning may ban such advertising. The Corry Journal invites brief letters with signature and address for publication.
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Corry
Pennsylvania
The
Corry Journal
Testimonial dinner honors Latimer, transfer to Kingston
Corry bulletin notes Latimer district game protector leaving for Kingston Pa after yesterday’s Columbus Community Church event. Girl Scout troop 39 held an investiture ceremony at Presbyterian Church social room. Al's Clothes Shop cagers beat Cen terville Firemen 43 38. Junior High School awarded letters under citizenship points program. Salvation Army welcomes new officers Captain and Mrs Appleby with two new Advisory Board members.
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James Latimer
Kingston
Columbus Community Church
The
Presbyterian Church
Salvation Army
F. Appleby
Citadel
Fred H. Beall
la. Kelly
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