Watergate and Becket: How power shapes responsibility
Editorial argues that powerful leaders set patterns that guide subordinates actions. Henry II's unexpressed wishes helped drive Becket's murder. Nixon's case invites inquiry into whether staff actions reflect a president’s implied motives, and who bears accountability for staff choices. Richly examines intent, pattern of behavior, and leadership accountability.
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Thomas A Becket
Canterbury
Henry II
England
Becket
Watergate
Washington
Henry
John Dean
Senate Watergate Committee
Nixon
Dean
Richard Nixon
Private Faith in High Rise Cities
A pastor reflects on the rise of apartment living and its impact on church outreach. He notes privacy in luxury units, methods like radio programs and mail campaigns, and suggests planting committed Christians inside buildings to foster Bible study and contact. He cites church history and remains optimistic the Holy Spirit will find effective gospel-sharing ways.
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Church
D. W
Bible Society
Geneva
Kissinger Sihanouk talks hinge on China’s Cambodia stance
In Tokyo AP notes Kissinger may meet Sihanouk in Peking if China supports his exile regime. Sihanouk, arriving in Peking, says he will not meet Kissinger now but has a history of shifting positions. He demands overthrow of Lon Nol and a neutralist government leaning toward Beijing, while China aims for a Phnom Penh-friendly regime and alignment away from Moscow.
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Tokyo
Henry A. Kissinger
Peking
Norodom Sihanouk
Kissinger
Nixon
Hanoi
North Vietnam
United States
Cambodia
Sihanouk
Lon Nol
Phnom Penh
Chou Enlai
Soviet Union
Khmer Rouge
U.S
Spying Rumors Stir Alabama Politics Across Eras
Alabama campaign operatives describe spying by followers and secretaries, smear tactics, and staged appearances in races from the 1970s to the Nixon era. References include Wallace campaigns, 1970 aide leaks, and a U 2 flight incident linked to a gubernatorial race.
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White House
John W. Dean III
Senate Watergate Committee
Nixon
George C. Wallace
Charles Woods
Dothan
Alabama
Wallace
Gerald
The Power of Faith and Hypocrisy in Human Nature
A Norman Vincent Peale meditation on human frailty and judgment. He cites a reformer who fell to hypocrisy, a TV pundit’s cruelty toward a disgraced official, and the adulteress story to underline compassion over harsh punishment. He warns against holier than thou criticism and urges self reflection.
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the Power OF
Norman Vincent Peale
Poli
Shelten remembered founder editor 1912 to 1924
A Sunday morning tribute recalls W. R. Shelten, founder and editor of the newspaper from 1912 to 1924. The piece notes his role shaping early coverage and the lasting impact of his editorial leadership. The brief memorial reflects on his contributions and legacy within the publication.
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W. R. Shelten
Asbestos In Food Raises Cancer Fears
Washington Merry-Go-Round reports that submicroscopic asbestos fibers may contaminate food and drinks through filtration in beer wine spirits oils and other products. FDA regulators reluctant to curb large industries and a Baltimore County case show industry influence and safety doubts amid cancer risk data.
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Jack Anderson
Washington
Food and Drug Act
Food and Drug Administration
FDA
Food and Drink
Senate
Carling Beer
Calvert
Seagram’s
Baltimore
Carling
Baltimore County
Health
Barry Castleman
Castleman
Donald
Sénate
Roop
Irving Selikoff
Mount Sinai Medical School
United Feature Syndicate
Decatur Daily Ad Rates and Policy Note
The Decatur Daily outlines subscription rates by mail and carrier, including daily and Sunday options and annual costs. A misstatement policy emphasizes prompt redress for grievances found to be well founded.
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MAIL
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W. R. Shelton
Decatur
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