20 Sep 1969
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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1969
Page
1
A veteran military analyst critiques sensational Green Beret allegations in Vietnam era coverage. He argues the press and public debate distort facts, while noting the troops’ restraint and the danger of untimely judgments.
A compact reflection on virtue and folly framed by a biblical proverb about the blessedness of righteous conduct versus corrupt paths. The verse invites contemplation of integrity over ease in a world of deceit.
The Fair Packaging and Labeling Act of 1986 faced delays as detailed regulations were not ready by the original July 1, 1967 date. A September extension sought to clarify units and definitions for consumer products including dairy and soft drinks after court tests trimmed categories. The aim is to prevent deception, ensure container size disclosures, and reduce consumer confusion over terms like large and king-sized.
Hobart Bowen critiques per diem and travel payments to regulators and officials, urging explicit ethical guidelines. He cites ICC chair Virginia Mae Brown and SEC practice, notes long held allowances, and calls for a presidential push to curb perceived conflicts of interest. The piece argues government travel should be treated as official business with transparent costs.
A reader letter from Cornelia Culling of 1847 Montview Dr appeals to Tribune readers and parents of Capt. Jerry Singleton and Bonnie Singleton. It urges protests to House and Senate members to urge North Vietnam for humane action regarding missing in action soldiers and their families, highlighting Bonnie’s pregnancy at his capture.
A letter by Walter Schenkman proposes Plan A and Plan B to address issues around released prisoners and non-supporting ex-husbands. He notes family distress, potential measures like public solicitation and Berlin-type barriers, and urges civic action to aid progress and public discourse.
The Nixon administration aims for a slow disengagement from Vietnam to fit an approaching election, with 25,000 first round troop withdrawals and 15,000 second round cuts anticipated by late next year. Public protests grow but most Americans favor reducing, not abandoning, troop levels while Paris talks show no progress. The plan hinges on continued American commitment if Hanoi won’t concede a floor below which Washington will not go.
Legal notice of publication details from Greeley Daily Tribune and The Greeley Republican. mentions publishing company, address, and subscription rates including monthly and yearly terms. notes printing obligations and timetable for forum notices.
A humorous column fragment by Jack Smith from the Los Angeles Times recounts watching Jets vs Bills and Oakland-Houston, with a wife uninterested in football and a friend’s quips about Joe Namath and Orange Juice. The narrator conjures a chaotic, playful home viewing scene amid late kickoff blur.
Federal Diary notes White House interest in an early retirement proposal allowing workers within three years of retirement to exit with full annuities. Backers seek to cut payroll, fill top vacancies with cheaper staff, and fund the plan via CS Retirement, potentially tying it to the Daniels McGee retirement bill pending in Congress.
George Crockett of Reservoir Road says he did not author the letter in Wednesday's Tribune titled Tax Argument Long Associated with Liquor. He notes he formerly lived at 1847 12th Ave but moved recently and objects to his name being used to “slap” a businessman. The letter referred to Dil Fare and his association with the current issue.
The First National Bank of Canon City filed with the State Banking Commission to open an affiliate in Custer County Colorado named the Hirst Vesley State Bank of Westcliffe. It would be the county’s first bank since 1937, with 100,000 shares authorized and leadership planned by Lester Pagels and Steve Chixtoft.
An article fragment reports a death labeled as possible suicide by overeating with slang terms and unclear context. Names, places, and exact details are missing, leaving the event described in suggestive but non-graphic terms.
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