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Newspaper
Daily Gazette
Location
Sterling, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1971
Page
6
Washington column argues Americans lack direction amid Nixon era politics and rising urban decay. It cites distrust in government, stalled city funding, and calls for real reform through targeted revenue sharing, while warning against theft and hollow promises. It notes youth disengagement and a need for genuine motivation over slogans.
Industrial psychologist Lawrence R. Zeitlin argues in Psychology Today that retail employee theft averages about $300 per worker yearly, or $1.50 daily, with total annual employee theft around $3 billion. He says management tolerates small theft to preserve control and avoid turnover, while enriching jobs or raising pay could reduce theft.
In a summary from Everett Herald readers learn that government employment is the fastest growing sector, with about one in seven workers employed by government at any level. It notes government payroll growth outpaces private sector and implies rising taxes. A humorous contrast appears with a separate item on Beecham Inc seeking hair, offering 200 a pound for testing material.
A letter from a 90 year old retired missionary reflects on family, faith, and endurance. He urges readers to think on virtue and praise, notes battlefield bravery and a wheelchair bound courage, and honors those facing hardship with grace and humor.
President Woodrow Wilson issued the first national Mother’s Day proclamation in 1914, inaugurating a federal observance recognized across the United States and establishing a lasting annual tribute to mothers.
In a column from June 10 1966 Warren C Nelson Ohio highway safety director urges mandatory six seat belts in cars six for front and rear rows. He notes a potential third belt for front seat to protect a young couple and comments on bucket seats and floor consoles reducing the need for such belts.
A collection of reader questions and Ann Landers replies covers topics from bisexual marriages and vamp archetypes to hair genetics, wills, military widows, and teen boundaries. The letters reflect 1970s social anxieties about sexuality, legality, and family roles, with practical guidance and sharp cultural observations.
Kenneth W. Miller of Miller and Holden announces his run for state representative from the 34th District in April 1962. Chicago ex marine Matth ew M. Deforest, a Peace Corps volunteer candidate, says service comes first to God country and self, praising the corps as a way to help all three.
Steelton construction presses ahead under Title I of the Federal Housing Act. Five foundations poured and one house under roof mark progress on low cost homes for the area as the project targets the local housing shortage. A separate note reports the UNIVAC computer begins operations for the U S Census Bureau, delivering rapid calculations in hours that once took weeks.
Mrs Katherine Clemens Gould president of the Womens International Chamber of Commerce spoke in Washington en route to an international trade conference. She told President Harding that women control a large share of household spending and will shape the economy as they organize, discuss costs and commerce, and assert their influence.
The thigh bone or femur is identified as the longest bone in the human skeleton. It plays a crucial role in supporting body weight and facilitating movement through its strong, dense structure.
Readers are instructed to send letters to Ann Landers at Publishers Hall Syndicate 30 E 42nd St New York NY 10017 and not to mail them to The Daily Gazette.
A dawn described as a hazy velvet web hides sunlit rays. Footsteps echo as a lone traveler moves through a mysterious fog filled morning. The poet confesses fear of unseen things while imagination stirs worry, yet faith and hope promise the fog will lift. Copyright 1971 Gen. Fen. Corp.
On this date in 1610 Dutch settlers landed on Manhattan Island New York. In 1776 the Continental Congress named a committee to draft the Declaration of Independence. In 1898 U S Marines invaded Cuba in the Spanish American War. In 1940 the Gestapo wiped out Lidice. In 1945 Eisenhower received the Order of Victory. In 1964 the Senate cloture ended a 75 day civil rights filibuster. Ten years ago India asked Britain and the Soviet Union to reconvene a 14 nation conference in Geneva on Laos. Five years ago the Coast Guard barred a Cuban ship from San Juan while athletes could go ashore for Central American Games. One year ago Amman fighting left at least 100 dead.
Readers are invited to express views in this column with about 200 words per letter. The Gazette may edit for libel and injurious content. Signed letters may have names withheld if deemed best for the writer.
Mrs Mary Ann Myatt writes in Sterling criticizing tax hikes and school funding. She urges funding cuts to legislators’ pay rather than taxes, questions tax breakdowns and take home pay, and argues for school funding reforms tied to official salaries.
Eighth grade graduation party at Challand Junior High succeeded thanks to time and money donated by many parents. Cochairmen thank volunteers not called upon and express gratitude for donations from Fairfax Hardway and Kline's Department Story.
Instructions for sewing two fabric needle holders from heavy material, detailing sizes 18 by 30 inches and 7 by 18 inches, with pockets for knitting needles and hooks. Includes tying tapes, fold design, and a second checkered-tablecloth version for outdoor utensils and napkin use. Also asks how to clean peau de soie shoes tinted yellow before wear.
Readers are instructed to send letters to Polly s Pointers and Newspaper Enterprise Association at P O Box 4558 Chicago Illinois 60680 and not to address The Daily Gazette.
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