Watergate exposes fake CIA credentials in burglar plot
The Watergate operation used phony CIA papers to identify James McCord and possibly G. Gordon Liddy as "George Russell" during the Democrats burglary. FBI notes show CIA involvement sought but not cooperated, with Hunt, McCord, and others linked to CIA work and security planning for political espionage. Watergate probes indicate possible CIA ties, while White House aides face scrutiny over suppressing critical aviation board reports.
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Washington
Watergate
Central Intelligence Agency
James McCord
CIA
George Russell
G. Gordon Liddy
FBI
White House
H.R. Haldeman
Hunt
Liddy
United States
John H. Reed
Magnuson
Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
Executive Branch
Enduring Extremism Fades From Public Debate, Historian Notes
In a reflective piece the author traces shifts in political extremism across decades from the 1940s to the 1970s. He argues that while early eras featured potent demagogues and polarized movements, current times show less divisiveness and more restrained discourse, though warn of misleaders within rights and feminist camps.
Labor unions shift tone in right to work era
In New Mexico the Albuquerque Local 492 message from Welton F. Clark urges better union leadership and reflects a growing labor shift toward right to work ideas. The Teamsters official notes that voluntary unionism protects members, with receivership used to reform local leadership, signaling a broader move toward shared burden in labor relations and a call for praise across the American workforce.
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USW
New Mexico
Albuquerque
International Brotherhood of Teamsters
Welton F. Clark
Clark
Teamsters
Tucson
Ariz
Local 492
Our International
Corry News Fractured Leg After Horse Slips on Wet Pavement
Corry remembers a 13 year old Richard Thieme hospitalized after his horse slipped on wet Columbus pavement pinning his leg. Also a City Softball League meeting announced five teams ready to enter with a sixth sought. A new son born yesterday at Corry Memorial Hospital to Archie and Mrs. Willis.
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Richard Thieme
Keith Raymond
R.D.2. Corry
Corry Memorial Hospital
Columbus
Chuck Williams Sports
Archie Willis
South Second Avenue
When Fifteen and Working Does Not End Child Support
A father’s obligation continues when a fifteen year old works part time while still in school. Emancipation or majority usually ends support if the child can support themselves. If a sixteen year old earns a supporting wage, a court may discontinue support at its discretion.
Patronage persists in Pennsylvania state govt says columnist
William Ecenbarger argues that despite Civil Service and unionization, Harrisburg still relies on patronage. He highlights Shaffner and Malinzak cases to illustrate how political connections influence hires, promotions, and job security in mid level posts with five figure salaries. The piece notes two personnel offices and the enduring clash between patronage and reform, ending with a quip about tax repeal.
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Andrew Jackson
Old Hickory
Pennsylvania
Shapp
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