29 May 1971
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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1971
Page
1
Tribune editorial analyzes a provocative sculpture and its reception, arguing about belief and interpretation. It weighs the implications for public discourse and the role of art in politics, citing cultural and religious language to frame the debate.
New statistics from the National Safety Council show a continuing trend toward safer travel. While the drop in fatalities is welcome, officials say it should spur even stronger efforts to improve road safety across cities and highways nationwide. The council notes that in 1946 the fatality rate was 8 per 100 million vehicle miles. last year it fell to 4.9, the first time under five, though absolute numbers rise with more drivers on the road. In early 1971 there were 71,320 traffic deaths in the first quarter, a 3 percent decline from 1970, and May figures show 4,780 deaths, down 9 percent from March last year, underscoring a hopeful trend but not complacency. The memorial Day period is urged as a reminder to renew safety efforts.
President Néson, buoyant in Washington, sees a hopeful shift as world events appear to favor him after critics dubbed a momentary wind of discontent. Associated Press writer Frank Cormier notes the exuberant mood as observers watch the global scene.
A critical portrait of Ethel Kennedy, wife of Robert Kennedy, tracing her Greenwich upbringing, family loyalties, and active role in politics and government service. The review notes author Lester David’s admiring yet balanced portrayal, plus brief discussion of Nixon era political context and foreign policy themes.
A fragmented printer’s page from Greeley lists executive staff names and subscription rates. It references Weld County and outside mail pricing, with notices of syndicates and news service credits. The text is jumbled with OCR errors but preserves names and price points.
The article argues the defense budget is mismanaged and calls for blaming both Administration figures and Democratic peace candidates. It cites Gates Commission flaws, cost estimates for volunteer armed forces, and compares U.S. and Soviet manpower shares, noting Britain’s less favorable climate for volunteer recruitment.
Inquiries about Colorado vacations shattered records this year, the state travel agency reports. Director Lewis R. Cobb of the Division of Commerce and Development estimates up to 4 million visitors in 1971, spending about $624 million, a forecast announced at Memorial Day weekend.
The piece surveys remarks from leaders and notes on culture, politics, and Vietnam era issues. Sen Edward Kennedy and Henry Ford cited, with reflections on government, environment, and public opinion shaping policy debates of the era.
In a letter to The Tribune readers lament a maple about 60 years old on city property was felled by a tree service lacking apparent permits. The writers announce forming a local action group to safeguard trees and invite participation, listing a contact number and noting multiple service crews will be active soon.
In Austin after Lyndon B Johnson Library events, Nixon and Johnson emerge as partners across rival lines. The piece notes Johnson aided Nixon on foreign policy and troop reductions, while Nixon must uphold Johnsonian ideas to ensure a stable non communist Southeast Asia.
On this date many events stand out including the capture of Constantinople in 1453, Jacques Cartier's second voyage in 1535, Rhode Island's ratification, and Mount Everest climbers reaching the summit. Other notes mention JFK's birth, WWII battles, and other historical markers through decades.
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