Ford Becomes Commander in Chief in Freewheeling Interview
President Gerald Ford defended his integrity as a candidate and as commander in chief in a sharp press interview. He asserted control of policy including arms for Israel and grain price support while rebuffing questions about campaign funding and golfing expenses.
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Gerald Ford
Ford
Ruff
Congress
Michigan
Israel
Defense
Defense Departments
Jimmy Carter
Carter
Media Reis
Parting Shots on Voter Apathy and Weather Omens
The column quips about election turnout and public trust in unconventional weather predictors. It mocks reliance on vague signs like woolly bear caterpillars and notes family tensions escalating to violence, while paring commentary on civic confidence.
Evans Delivers Stark View On Terror Tactics
Washington column notes two Capitol Hill events. FBI Director Kelley reports a drastic cut in domestic security investigations, amid Levi guidelines, seen as a liberal victory. Rep Toby Moffett calls for a federal probe into Letelier's murder, with other liberals demanding justice and FBI accountability. The piece argues liberal policy undermines security agencies while terrorism rises, urging unity against terror.
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FBI
Clarence Kelley
Intelligence Committee
Edward Levi
House
Toby Moffett
Connecticut
Orlando Letelier
Santiago
Moffett
Letelier
Larry McDonald
D-Ga
McDonald
Marcus Foster
Symbionese Liberation Army
United States
Aing
House Internal Security Committee
Senate Internal Security Subcommittee
McCarthy Breathes Fresh Air in a Smoggy Campaign
James Kilpatrick argues Eugene McCarthy offers a rare independent challenge to the two major parties. He claims McCarthy faces unfair funding and TV access under the Election Reform Act and media networks. Kilpatrick portrays McCarthy as an educated, witty thinker whose political life is a public good, not a mere bid for office.
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Eugene McCarthy
McCarthy
News &Ent
Blue Ridge Mountains
Plutarch
Socrates
Gene
Rumsfeld Waffles On War News In Press Briefing
Holmes Alexander surveys Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld’s press conference style. He praises Rumsfeld for avoiding blunt claims while implying Soviet threat, noting repeated use of evasive code words to dodge direct answers about a war-winning capacity and mortal danger.
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Ron Zielger
Nixon
Ziegler
Rota
Rot Nessen
Defense
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Rummie
Jetter
James
Schlesinger
George Washington
Rumsfeld
Pentagon
Malcol B. Currie
Defense Research and Engineering
Currie
Dr. Currie
White House
Democratic Congress
Swere
DOD
Tong
James P. Wade
Salt Task Force
Congress
Soviet Union
Panama Canal and Torrijos assertion of control
William Buckley profiles General Omar Torrijos of Panama, noting his 1968 coup, abolition of parties, ties with leftist figures, and a goal of regaining control of the Canal. He stresses Torrijos’s pragmatism, unpredictable relations with the United States, and a proposed 20 year transition to Panamanian state ownership of the Canal, framed by Buckley as cautious optimism about Torrijos’s moderation.
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Panama City
Panama
Omar Torrijos
Demetrio Lakas
Texas Tech
Gentell
Torrijos
Salvador Allende
Fidel Castro
Havana
Castro
Fanny Farmer
Echeverria
Trudeau
Hammer
Panama Canal
Canal
Smith
Zapata
Woodrow Wilson School of Diplomacy
Senator Soaper and the Issue Focus in Election Talk
A humorous passage critiques presidential candidates for flinging slogans and focusing on issues while voters debate middle income and money. It notes cynical views on special interests, money management, and political posturing with remarks by Shotgun Schultz and Sludgepump.
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Soaper
Mississippi Low Water Raises River Shipping Costs
The Mississippi River fell to a record low for September, forcing barges to reduce load and slow down. Officials warn costs will rise as navigation becomes trickier, with grain shipments from the Midwest and fuel movements from Texas affected. Shippers expect higher delivery costs and delayed trips, hoping for a wet winter to relieve the drought.
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Washington
Mississippi
United States Army Corps of Engineers
Memphis
National ‘Geographic Society
Minnesota
Louisiana
Gulf Ports
Texas
Upper
Midwest
Louis
New Orleans
Minneapolis
Hastings
Handgun Regulation Stance Clarified by Letter Writer
A letter to the editor defends Governor Carter on handgun regulation, rejects a hunting ban claim, urges sensible limits, and questions Mr Ogden's accuracy. Deanne J Brandon Ringgald signs the note.
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Eadstar
Jimmy Carter
William
Ogden
Gov
Carter
Will Vote For Ford To the Editor
A reader from Talladega Alabama endorses Ford over Carter, arguing Carter’s inflation stance would raise spending and inflation. The letter labels Ford as the better qualified president and urges voters to support Bard tri for national interests.
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Ford
Jimmy Carter
Carter
Mandala
Workngman
Bard Tri
Danville Daily Rates and Subscriptions Listing
The Danville Register provides subscription pricing for daily and Sunday delivery in city and suburbs, with carrier rates at 85 cents per week and mail rates per year. It notes additional Sunday-only price, renewal notice timing, and urges prompt renewal.
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the Register Publishing Co., Inc
Union St
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