A Proud Old Tradition Of Free Higher Education Ends
The column argues California’s so called free higher education is ending as UC regents consider large student fee hikes. It notes current fees exist and warns of broader tax impacts, arguing aid should balance access while urging communities to help those in need.
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California
University of California
Regents
Charles J. Hitch
Fred Dutton
Fred Swartzberg
United States
Swartzberg
Peter Marshall
United States Senate
Jesus Christ Our Lord
High Point
Letting Down Mr. Yablonsky in the UMW Campaign
The piece questions why the Justice Department and Labor Department did not act on Joseph Yablonsky's warnings during the United Mine Workers presidential race. It critiques Attorney General Mitchell, Secretary Shultz, and AFL-CIO leader Meany for failing to investigate alleged corruption and threats to Yablonsky. The editorial calls for moral and possibly legal accountability and condemns perceived dereliction of duty by officials.
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Department of Labor
George Meany
American Federation of Labor-Congress of Industrial Organizations
Joseph Yablonsky
United Mine Workers
United States
Labor Organization
John N. Mitchell
George P. Shultz
Meany
Mr. Yablonsky
Yablonsky
Afl-Cio
Washington
Organized Labor
America
A Fresh Approach to Inflation and Savings
Federal financial authorities discuss a fresh approach to inflation by encouraging saving. Current ceilings cut the return on savings versus bond markets, while many lack access or are deterred by low rates. Rising prices erode bank earnings, prompting thrift as a reasonable aim.
Letter writers critique Nixon era conduct and civic duties
A longtime reader critiques President Nixon and Vice President Agnew for grandstanding and usurping authority, comparing their antics to comic figures and urging focus on governance. The letter also defends prayer at council meetings against a councilman’s objections and rejects Paris gossip about Nat King Cole’s daughter as sensationalism, urging balanced reporting.
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United States
White House
Washington
Nixon
Hans
Fritz
Richard Nixon
Spiro (Ignatz) Agnew
Our Heritage Bravery and Freedom Sing
Poem honors brave heroes who endured trials and toil to build a nation. It traces self reliance, perseverance, and sacrifice from hardship to victory, noting fearless marching toward glory and heroes now resting in hallowed dust.
Unliking Dogs and Apples Sparks Skepticism in Observations
The narrator dismisses critics of dog lovers but admits doubt toward anyone who dislikes apples. They describe craving apple crunch and the pleasure of peeling, thankful no such person has appeared, implying strong preferences shape trust.
The Old Man and Tomorrow
A poem about a man who vows to change tomorrow but remains mean until his death today. It warns in verse that delaying kindness leads to a life lost without ever seeing the light of today.
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Fee
Like a Tree and Joseph Faith in Winter
The poem compares trees and Joseph to illustrate renewal through God’s love. It urges readers to look upward, trust in Christ, and find new life by obeying His law, even after hardship.
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Joseph
Christ
Silent reflections on life light and courage
A terse poem contrasts light and dark with the struggle of humanity. It dwells on silent praying, stumbling in darkness, and the resolve to keep trying despite fear. The verses explore inner courage and seamless daily existence through short, paired lines.
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