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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1966
Page
3
An editorial laments rising prom costs in high schools from gym dances to luxury hotel events. It notes typical expenses around 35 dollars for a boy or girl in frugal schools versus hundreds in wealthier settings, urging affordable options so all students can participate without embarrassment or financial strain.
A proposed Media Borough park project northeast of Suh and Orange Streets faces opposition from the Media Civic League, a mainly Black organization, which argues demolition of homes would worsen segregation. The editorial defends upgrading blighted areas while urging focus on substantive issues. It also lauds Bethel Township’s move to bar police from political activity to prevent favoritism and protect civil rights.
The Attorney General Nicholas deB. Katzenbach testified that the federal government cannot guarantee the safety of every person in violent civil rights cases. He noted 15 officers nearby during Meredith’s shooting, and said federal help relies on investigations and post crime convictions to deter violence. Congress debates Title 5 to codify federal hate crime charges as Mississippi endures intimidation.
Victor Riesel analyzes a rising militant union mood driven by public perceived nonessential services. He advocates stronger laws to punish public strikes and protect vital services, citing Atlanta fire fighters and transit paralysis in New York as warning signs for governors and mayors.
Sydney Harris contends the United States touts victory in World War II while Japan thrives economically. He warns that perpetual militarism fuels global tension, recalls allies and foes shifting, and urges redirecting resources from arms to social needs to avoid an endless cycle of conflict.
Bruce Biossat analyzes Reagan's potential impact on the California race and GOP fault lines. Brown’s long incumbency, Yorty’s primary challenge, and Reagan’s rising conservative appeal shape 1968 prospects, with jockeying for future primaries and moderates seeking a Romney-like figure.
A sixth grade class essay asserts that the American flag binds citizens, represents God given gifts, and symbolizes resilience through war. It notes Betsy Ross stitched the first flag and urges holding the flag high as a goal for a greater country.
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