Editorial on Calley Case and Army Accountability
The Nation argues the My Lai conviction sparked national outcry over Army responsibility. It questions whether a self righteous nation can press soldiers into guerrilla war and prosecute them publicly without fair trials while calling for broader accountability from Army leadership.
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South Vietnam Army Threads of Morale Eroded After Laos Invasion
Reports suggest South Vietnamese forces especially the First Infantry Division Marines and Airborne Division remain shaken after heavy losses in Laos. Despite initial strong performance in the invasion, repeated North Vietnamese assaults overwhelmed outnumbered units causing abandonment of weapons and wounded. Morale restoration is seen as crucial to counter disruption of enemy supply lines. The piece also critiques public rhetoric and misplaced praise.
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Enterprising Ray Stark Haircut Leads to Hilarious Chase
A whimsical scene unfolds as Ray Stark is tracked down by John Huston during a haircut. Kirk Douglas and Agent Irving Lazar prepare to drive off at Tama Risk Country Club when two strangers boast long drives. A witty exchange halts play and memories of Broadway’s bygone stars surface, followed by a note on the first U.S. federal income tax in 1862.
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Environmental Moderation Distorts Real Environmental Goals
Lowry Wyatt of the National Forest Products Assn warns against extreme environmentalism lacking definition. He says housing, urban lighting, and continued industrial growth are vital, urging cooperation between industry and responsible environmentalists for balanced future planning.
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New Orleans
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National Forest Products Assn
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Daily Crossword and Cryptoquote Puzzle Teasers
A fill in crosswords list with clues including British toast Ancient Syria Vent enticement and more. Also includes a cryptogram quotation puzzle with a sample code explanation and yesterday's cryptoquote by William Faulkner.
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Ancient Syria
William Faulkner
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Lake Not Clear at Clear Lake
Senior Robert A. de Kanter conducted 16 weeks of tests on Clear Lake water concluding the lake is not as clear as its name. He cites detergents and fertilizer runoff as the source of rapid algae growth and warns weeds may take over, creating swampy, boggy conditions.
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