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Newspaper

Daily Gazette

Location

Sterling, Illinois, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1971

Page

6

Nixon Aims to End Chinese Isolation and Rejoin World

Nixon believes Asia must be a top priority in the 1970s and argues for a strategic shift similar to Europe’s postwar recovery. He envisions pressure and sustained U.S. strength in Southeast Asia to eventual Chinese reintegration, with long-term economic and military cooperation among Asian allies.

Nixon China Europe Asia Russia Moscow White House Red China Community of Nations United States Mao Tse-tung Peking U.S Viet Nam Southeast Asia Mao Western Europe South Vietnam Mr. Wixon Hanoi South Laos Cambodia Japan Pacific

El Cordobes broadcast sparks animal cruelty debate

The Bull's Side reports how El Cordobes, Spain's top bullfighter, is slated for a closed circuit TV broadcast on June 13. The American Humane Association has urged Cow Palace officials to bar the show and seeks similar action nationwide. Laws against animal cruelty exist but may not cover televised bullfighting. Congress may extend FCC oversight.

el Cordobes Spain Somebdy American Humane Association San Francisco Cow Palace AHA Federal Communications Commission William E. Henry FCC Rutherford T. Phillips Mexico

Barbs in a shop expose a playful money scramble

In a lighthearted piece a shop floor scene shows a young clerk short of cash yet with spare change while a local “make up editor” hunts new staff. The casual tone hints at social quirks and workplace dynamics without heavy drama.

People Who Laugh At Themselves Know Better Stories

A reflective piece contrasts self deprecating humor with nostalgia for old kerosene lamps. It notes the practical hardship of daily chimney cleaning and suggests those who laugh at themselves understand the toil behind past comforts.

Nader Attacks Auto Industry in Senate Testimony Tactics

Ralph Nader urged a bill to require sturdier bumpers and grilles, accusing Detroit of criminal fraud in car design and replacement parts. He criticized Congress as timid and said his tactics may backfire, noting even presidents avoid insulting lawmakers.

Wall Street Journal Ralph Nader Senate Commerce Committee Contt Ose Detroit Nader Commerce Committee Senate Appropriations Committee Mr. Nader

Strength for the Day By Earl L Douglass D D

Three men in the past century altered world thought Darwin Marx and Freud shaped science economics and morality The speaker notes evolution remains a theory Marx's socialism challenges free enterprise and Freud's views on sexuality reshape morals The piece ends questioning whether these changes yield a better world.

Tion Darwin Karl Marx Freud

Law on Radar Warnings in Speed Checks

Public service explainer from the State Bar clarifies radar use laws. It states radar warning is not required for motorists but that if a radar speed device is used and speed limits are posted, the device must be placed at least 500 feet ahead of the speed limit sign.

Ann Landers Vassar Aries Taurus Gemini Cancer Leo Virgo Libra Scorpio DEO Sagittarius Capricorn FER Aquarius Pisces

Harking Back 1966 Clergy Honor and Corporate Promotion

Lawrence Wick of Rock Falls earns Bachelor of Divinity from Maywood Lutheran School and faces ordination at Rockefeller Chapel Chicago May 35. Jack Duis of Sterling rises to assistant to the director of technical service at Sherwin-Williams in Chicago, supervising laboratory functions.

Lawrence W. Wick Maurice L. Wick Rock Falls Maywood c = S Lutheran School of year Chicago Rockefeller Chapel University of Chicago Jack Duis Frank Duis Sr Sterling Sherwin-Williams Paint Co

Rock Falls looks to attract industry with brochures

Mayor Louis J. Pignatelli's Action Committee sent four thousand brochures letters and articles to mid western industries per Dr De Weerth chair of Rock Falls Development Committee. The mailing aims to fill riverfront industrial sites to be vacated this year. Connie Bell won top honors in Creve Coeur Illinois twirling contest taking first in 13 year old advance solo and first in strutting.

Louis J. Pignatelli Mid-Western Industries de Weerth Rock Falls Connie Bell Creve Coeur Ill

Miss Cameron Crowned District Lions Queen in Rockford

Miss Marjorie Cameron of Sterling was chosen queen of District 1-D Lions International after a dinner at the Faust Hotel in Rockford. Illinois offers $150 annually for education costs of orphans of veterans from WWI or WWII, including tuition books supplies or board.

Marjorie Cameron W. C. Cameron Sterling Lions International Faust Hotel Rockford Illinois Harold D. Eldred Illinois Veterans Commission

Fire destroys rear building on East Third Street

A fire of unknown origin leveled the rear building at 209 East Third Street and damaged its contents valued around 30000 dollars. Dillon Lumber Co owned the structure while Louis C Johnson Harry Terhune and Jacob Frank owned the destroyed goods. Chicago policewoman Alice Clemons blamed runaway daughters on neglectful parents and warned against daughters leaving home saying many cases have been reported this spring.

East Third Street Dillon Lumber Co Louis C. Johnson Harry Terhune Jacob Frank Alice Clemons Chicago

Hair and beard cost job chances in a bias world

Dear Ann Landers advises that employers may reject long hair and a beard and that adjusting to workplace norms can improve hiring odds. The writer laments a systemic bias, while other letters discuss pregnancy without awareness and a blunt gift question, reflecting readers seeking practical guidance.

Douching Not Best For Birth Control Says Dr Lamb

Lawrence E Lamb MD explains douching offers minimal protection and is not a reliable birth control. He endorses abstinence during peak fertility, and notes pills intrauterine devices and vasectomy as safer options, urging readers to discuss with their doctor. He also touches on virginity definitions and emotional impacts in guidance.

Dr. Lamb

Morning prayer inspires a hopeful start in sketches

BEN SUREOVEL offers a reflective verse about waking with a prayer, thanking God for dawn and strength. He notes conversations with the Lord brighten mornings, ease burdens, and bless his wife with loving tenderness. The piece, dated 1971, asserts faith guides the day and keeps hearts singing.

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Indoor herb garden planning and tips for Bobbie

Polly offers practical steps for starting an indoor herb garden including hardy varieties like mint that multiply outdoors, options to buy complete indoor herb kits by mail, and suggestions on herbs suitable for windowsills such as pineapple mint lemon thyme and lemon balm. Additional notes cover planting basil summer savory parsley and rosemary, timing seeds for basil summer savory and parsley, and easy maintenance.

Polly Bobbie Pearl Nebraska Texas

Dear Betty and Dear Father Letters on Family Life

Readers weigh in on divorce parenting books, sex education in schools, humor in tough times, and reflections on family roles. Mentions of The Boys and Girls Book About Divorce by Gardner and parental concerns within schools and media.

Betty Richard A. Gardner Dr. Gardner J. G Alfred Philadelphia Philadelphia Daily News Newspaper Enterprise Assn

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