License to steal or shielded by immunity Brewster case sparks uproar
Former Maryland Senator Daniel B. Brewster faced five bribery charges related to a Chicago mail order firm with junk mail interests. A federal judge ruled congressional immunity shields him from trial, prompting calls to close the loophole and restore trust as lawmakers abuse speech and debate protections to avoid prosecution.
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Daniel B. Brewster
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Chicago
Congress
Supreme Court
Debate Over Economy Roils Campaign as Critics Hit Record
The political fight over the economy sharpens as Democrats critique Republican stewardship and Paul Samuelson weighs in from the Nobel laureate podium. Treasury official Charles E. Walker defends the GOP record, touting inflation control, a housing surge, and a path to full employment amid mixed signals on unemployment and price trends. A separate item reports Peace Corps Director Blatchford promising Caroline Kennedy a future with the service, noting changes yet continued goals.
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New York
Arthur Okun
Gardner Ackley
Walter Heller
Council of Economic Advisers
Paul Samuelson
Olympian Power
Treasury
Charles E. Walker
Campaign money dominates U.S. politics reflecting GOP edge
The piece argues Republicans hold a sizable fundraising lead with over 18 million dollars versus Democrats around 3.5 million, predicting money shapes political power and TV access. It notes Democrats in Congress resist reform, while Nixon benefits from the system. It also reports on a Vietnamese Cambodian offensive plan and a Pentagon secret warning about Viet Cong strength.
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Creighton Abrams
U.S
Veitnam
Pentagon
Saigon
Evel
United States
Conclusion Jumping by Hal Boyle
This column riffs on gender views of price tags and retail, then pivots through humor about amateur harmonica players, Hemingway’s reputation, masculinity, memory, and daily life. It lampoons social norms, domestic chores, engagements, and modern noise with concise witticisms.
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New York
Ernest Hemingway
Hemingway
Fashion's long skirts tumble as industry fights trends
Fashion industry veterans and retailers confront a wearers’ backlash as long skirts falter. WWD’s aggressive campaigns fail to revive demand while department stores push staff to wear longer lengths. Retailers like Bonwit Teller and Saks urge a shift back to knee or mid-length styles amid mixed signals from media and film studios.
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