The Meddlers on Christmas Tree Rights in Boston
A column argues freedom of thought religion and press protect Christmas tree displays while noting a Boston non Christian protester seeks to curb the display. The writer condemns interference with others rights and suggests equal time for alternative beliefs on public greens.
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American Republic
William F. Bucxley, Jr
Boston
Danville
Northside
Southside
Christ
Fancy Figures In Virginia Tax Rates Deceptive
A Virginia tax opinion notes that nominal rates hide true costs due to assessment ratios. It cites Washington County and others, showing true rates often far below nominal ones, with examples from King William to Halifax. The piece argues misleading rates hinder industry and urges realism in taxation.
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Bos Anderson
Virginia
Board of Assessors
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Spotsylvania
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Campbell
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Greene
James City
King George
Orange
Patrick
Pittsylvania
Halifax
Henry
Danville
Harrison
Washington and Lee
Danville Register Subscription Rates and Notice
The Danville Register lists delivery and mail rates for daily and Sunday editions, including annual, semiannual, and monthly options, with zones and renewal reminders. It notes Associated Press rights, distribution details, and national advertising reps in multiple cities.
Press freedom under attack in Massachusetts bill
Current Opinion condemns a Massachusetts bill to limit press rights and impose ethical codes and a $50,000 libel bond. The piece argues the measure would curb reporting on public affairs and scrutiny of officials, calling it an absurd invasion of free expression. The Berkshire Evening Eagle quote underscores the dismissal of the proposal.
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Massachusetts
Berkshire Evening Eagle
Pittsfield
Buckley Urges Religious Liberty In Boston Lighted Tree Case
William F Buckley Jr defends a public Christmas tree in Boston arguing religious liberty and minority rights require public display. he warns against excluding Christian symbols and urges a prudent compromise while maintaining constitutional protections. He questions the scope of Supreme Court interpretations and favors allowing city support for nonChristian charities as a possible alternative.
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Spreme Court
United States
New England
New Hyde Park
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Supreme Court
Dear Abby columns on prom dress swap and teen troubles
A reader asks about a 17 year old who loaned her prom dress to a friend and declined a prom date. Abby praises the daughter's loyalty and suggests clever dress borrowing ideas for other Cinderella scenarios. A dad worries about a violent teenage son and Abby advises medical consultation. A ninth grade girl asks about a lipstick tasting boy and Abby condemns the conduct. A wife confesses possible infidelity and urges staying, forgiveness, and parenting. Readers are invited to send for pie recipe and Abby booklets.
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Abby
Annette
Moss Defies Censorship to Aid Pentagon Procurement
Ralph De Toledano reviews how Representative Moss pressed Secretary McNamara on procurement secrecy. He credits Moss with forcing openness, saving about $1 billion last year and pushing the Pentagon toward competitive bidding to lower costs and curb waste. The piece praises Moss and predicts continued scrutiny will benefit taxpayers and the government party.
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John Nanaara
E. Moss
Jarnuary
Mass
Defense
Robert McNamara
Earl Wilson
Pentagont
Wilson
House
McNamara
Wilsort
Representative Wilson
Congress
Freedom of Information
Moss
Thomas D. Morris
Pentagon
American Society of Newspaper Editors
Jong Ru
Mr. Moss
Lynn Poole Christmas Star Studied By World's Astronomers
A Johns Hopkins weekly feature surveys why the Star of Bethlehem remains unexplained. Astronomers propose meteors comets supernovae planetary conjunctions Halley’s comet and a bright nova, yet no single theory fits all records. The star endures as a symbol of Christmas and Christian spirit.
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Jerusalem
Bethlehem
Jesus
Venus
Johanines Kepler
Mars
Saturn
Pupiter
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore
Maryland
New England Notes on Public Figures and Everyday Ironies
A columnist collection of light jabs at public figures like Senator Soaper and U Thant, plus reflections on Khrushchev Stalin comparisons. It quips about a retired friend praising a gift watch, account cheating, amateur athletes, and parental influence on children. The piece ends by cheekily noting Russia’s lag in chemical industry while praising American secret ingredients.
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