Editorial on Calley Trial and responsibility for wartime killings
The piece argues civilian deaths in Vietnam stem from orders by higher authorities and condemns public pretrial accusations against soldiers. It notes free fire zones and B 52 bombings killed civilians, asserting soldiers who followed orders are not solely culpable while those who acted on their own may be tried.
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Dat and dats dat spoof sparks playful cross jokes
An Englishman claimed to have crossed a cat and dog to make a dat and soon readers proposed silly offspring names such as huppies for children and a cuck for a clam and duck cross. Other ideas included hoot nanny for an owl and goat pairing. The prank fizzled with the cat and dog remaining unchanged.
Stop Me Aboard at Tennessee Crosstown Bus Stop
A midday intercity bus stop at a Tennessee crossroad lasts twenty minutes for passengers to eat. The driver makes a lighthearted remark promising a brief pause as the scene shifts to a diner across the street run by Todhunter, while other snippets show residents and public figures commenting on life, space, and charisma.
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Todhunter
Defense Imperatives and Demilitarization Debate
Anthony Harrigan argues that only a strong military preserves freedom amid Soviet threats. He counters Fulbright and other demilitarization advocates, cites Thurmond on defense budget trends, notes defense spending overall fallen yet defense contracts rise, and critiqued by Institute of Policy Studies critic Rodberg.
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Leonard S. Rodberg
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Bulletin of Atomic Scientists
Regulator of which is used to defend the vast Soviet land mass
A letter argues the United States faces a fear of communism while urging support for military funding. It criticizes Senate cuts to naval shipbuilding and highlights Soviet advances such as the MiG-23. Emphasizes need for new weapon systems and stronger defense to deter crisis exploitation.
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Daily Crossword Clues And Cryptoquote Puzzle
The page lists numbered crossword clues with Across and Down entries and a cryptogram quotation puzzle. It includes numerous wordplay hints and a sample cryptogram attributed to King Features Syndicate.
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Butler Wins Grand Bahama Open In Bahamas
Peter Butler of Britain edged fellow Briton Brian Huggett by one stroke with a two under par 70 to win the sixth annual Grand Bahama Open in Freeport Bahamas. Butler finished the four round event with a total of 274 and collected 1000 dollars.
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Almanac Highlights January 12 Historical Notes
Key events include Jefferson Davis meeting Lincoln emissary in 1865 to discuss peace terms. In 1932 Hattie Cartway became the first woman elected to the US Senate, serving until 1945. In 1945 the price office ordered frankfurters replaced by victory sausage. In 1964 Communist rebels...
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Anti poverty funds misused in New York audit sparks inquiry
A preliminary audit shows New York City anti poverty agencies failed to account for nearly 25 percent of 35 million dollars received from 1965 to 1968. Federal and city funds are suspected of being dissipated amid sloppy bookkeeping. The probe, requested by Rep. Murphy, targets the Human Resources Administration as officials disclose missing funds may exceed eight million dollars.
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Central Press
Washington
New York City
Office of Economic Opportunity
John Murphy
D-N.y
Federal General Accounting Office
New York
Human Resources Administration
White House
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