Editorial: Malnutrition Trend Reversed Yet Threatened
An editorial notes U S government counts show malnourished Americans fell from about 18 million in 1969 to 12 million, but rising food costs may reverse the trend. It cites a Senate study warning some programs cannot buy meat fruit or dairy and warns of possible commodity program cuts in favor of food stamps. It urges decisive action to feed the less fortunate and prevent more hungry mouths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate Select Committee On Nutrition and Human Needs
U.S.A
Terrorism Demands Realistic Reaction Across Mexico
An editorial discusses the kidnapping of U S Consul General Terrance G Leonhardy in Mexico. It notes Mexico freed 30 prisoners to aid negotiation and compares to Khartoum where terrorists killed envoys when demands were unmet. It urges firm government stance to deter future incidents.
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Guadalajara
Mexico City
U.S
Terrance G. Leonhardy
Mr. Leonhardy
Cuba
Khartoum
Simplicity Key To Remap Success
The legislature races to meet the federal court May 17 deadline for a reapportionment plan. One measure passed the House and awaits Senate action. Amendments in the Senate may require House concurrence, risking delay and jeopardizing federal court approval. lawmakers urged to minimize changes and move quickly to avoid wasted time and money.
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House
Senate
Federal Court
Richardson urged to appoint independent Watergate prosecutor now
The editorial calls for Attorney General designate Elliot Richardson to appoint an independent prosecutor promptly. It argues confirmation by the Senate will delay action and stresses the need to uncover who is responsible and reveal the full Watergate story.
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Elliot L. Richardson
Richardson
Senate
Watergate and Congress How It Might Shape Decisions
The Capitol crowd expects Watergate to do little lasting to congressional choice or national polls. Republicans claim short term trouble for the party, but political dynamics and inflation battles will persist, and Nixon will press inflation fighting as a key issue.
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Alan Ehrenhalt
Congressional Quarterly
Washington
Capitol
Nixon
There Is No Limit to Good If He Won't Seek Credit
A quotation attributed to Judson Branch emphasizes selfless service. The line asserts that generous deeds multiply when credit is ignored and effort remains focused on outcomes rather than recognition.
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Judson Branch
VA warns of staff shortages and overburdened care nationwide
The House Veterans Affairs Committee released a report noting VA facilities face staff and space shortages, with deteriorating buildings and heat hazards reported in several cities. Officials project record VA patient loads this year alongside 154000 hospital staff and 167000 daily patients. The piece also discusses post Watergate political dynamics and how lawmakers foresee Congress and the administration navigating the crisis.
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Noble Ave
Decatur
Ala
House Veterans Affairs Committee
Spokane
Knoxville
Biloxi
Fayetteville
Bronx
Boston
Bath
M. J. Musser
M.D
James F. Oates, Jr
Jobs For Veterans
Watergate ties to phony CIA credentials used in syping plan
Washington sources allege Watergate ringleaders used forged CIA papers to pose as CIA employees during the break in. McCord and Hunt are named, with claims of CIA links and memos showing CIA involvement and warnings not to interview CIA staff. Senator Magnuson calls for keeping air safety out of politics.
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Jack Anderson
Washington
Central Intelligence Agency
James McCord
CIA
George Russell
G. Gordon Liddy
FBI
WFO
Washington Field Office
White House
H. R. Haldeman
Hunt
Liddy
United States
E. Howard Hunt
McCord
Bernard Barker
Miami
John Rule
Alexander P. Butterfield
Butterfield
Rule
Nixon
Joseph Spear
Public Forum Thanking Firefighters and Helpers
Don T. Stanford and family express gratitude for aid after a January 9 1973 house fire. Thanks are extended to the Fairview station firemen on 16th Ave SE, along with friends neighbors and relatives for their prompt help during the incident and recovery.
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Decatur
Ala
Decatur Daily
Fairview
16Th Ave
T. Stanford
AP and NYT CQ Syndicate Profile Highlight
A brief overview profiles a member of the Associated Press who serves as a client of the New York Times News Service and Congressional Quarterly. The note emphasizes the interflow of wire, policy, and public affairs reporting.
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Associated Press
New York Times News Service
Congressional Quarterly
A Thought The Great City O Henry Wrought
A compact reflection on a city’s allure and peril as seen through O Henry’s deft lens. The quotation hints at wonder and cruelty shaping urban life.
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Henry
Hope and resilience for an aging reader
A reader reflects on heartaches and aging, stressing that hope remains possible. The message cites returning prisoners of war and biblical passages emphasizing faith in Christ, urging a shift from self pity to living for God and others to find happiness despite past injustices and present hardships.
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K.J.H
Walter Scott
Paul
Christ
God
Decatur Daily masthead and subscription rates note
The Decatur Daily announces its masthead noting W R Shelton as founder editor for 1912 1924 and outlines publication details along with subscription rates by mail and carrier in Decatur Alabama. It states misstatement policy and grievance redress promises and lists delivery and pricing specifics for daily and Sunday editions.
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W.R. Shelton
Decatur
Alabama
Tennessee Valley Printing Co., Inc
P.O. Box
Ala
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