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Newspaper
Danville Register
Location
Danville, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1972
Page
2
In Danville Virginia voters approved a 1.7 million dollar bond issue to fund a new vocational education facility at the high school. Supporters cite need and potential demand while skeptics note uncertain secondary level interest. The editorial emphasizes community benefit and the goal of expanding skilled trades education for youths and families.
The U S Senate recorded high not voting absences as leaders noted North Carolina Minnesota South Dakota and others were necessarily absent while voting on key measures. Byrd’s amendment to cut 320 million to the IDA failed 28 to 31 with 41 missing senators.
Secretary of the Treasury John Connally gathered 200 Texans at his Mooresville ranch to meet President Nixon as the Republican ticket looks to stay intact. Nixon publicly praises Agnew while Connally contemplates party alignment in a state crucial to the 1968 race, with guests including bankers, publishers, and politicians.
John Edgar Hoover died in his sleep after a life devoted to building the FBI into a premier law enforcement body. He was seen as powerful yet unselfish, demanding loyalty and discipline, while his career reflected Calvinist ethics and public service. He loved jokes, found respite at the racetrack, and enjoyed Thoreau, music, and light fiction in quieter hours.
John Chamberlain surveys Ralph Nader's push for a center to judge what is newsworthy while warning such a body would let Nader dominate regulatory oversight of press coverage. He cites Nader’s past proposals, Keogh’s criticisms, and Accuracy in Media as counterpoints, arguing for thousands of independent reporters held to accuracy by critics instead.
The piece recalls former U S Senator Paul Douglas at 80, praising his intellect and memory of key votes and public service. It notes his memoirs, 18 years in the Senate, and his influence on preparedness and anti communism. The interview highlights his reverence for Churchill and achievements with Danes and the Pruth In Lending Act. Douglas is described as an emotional patriot.
A column debates judges views on fetal rights, women autonomy, and state versus federal power. It notes dissenting judge arguments, campaigns for abortion access, and Michigan ballot proposals as part of a national contest over life, law, and politics.
A collage of remarks on politics culture and life. Seniors ponder oriental philosophy and job experience while a family plans an estate through bottle collecting. Pro abortion advocates face opposition in Michigan and nationwide as voters weigh the autumn ballot initiative. Judge Limbard cites population concerns from Connecticut 1860. A cheeky quip about who counts votes and a wayward Shotgun Schultz confuses the address. A wry line on horoscopes and a child’s future as a middleman close the collection.
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