Nixon visit to Peking signals new era in China relations
The Nixon trip redefines U.S. policy toward China by recognizing Beijing as the government of China and Taiwan as a separate part of China. It signals long-term realignments in Asia with slower steps toward formal recognition, cultural and trade exchange, and new regional dynamics acknowledged by Japan Korea and Southeast Asia.
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Nixon
Peking
Chou En-lai
America
Western Pacific
Korea
Formosa Straits
Vietnam
Southeast Asia
Chiang Kai-shek
Taiwan
China
Agse
United States
Chaing Kaishek
Asia
Japan
Philippines
India
Debate over Marijuana Decriminalization Rises Among Experts
The National Commission on Marijuana and Drug Abuse plans a year long study with a late month report likely favoring legal private marijuana use. Critics argue for harsher penalties and warn of precedent from legalization, while concerns focus on potency trends and youth use.
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National Commission On Marijuana and Drug Abuse
John H. Finlater
Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs
National Institute of Mental Health
Bertram S. Brown
Don Oakley
Enterprise Assn
Oakley
Donald J. Nittskoff
Ohio
Nittskoff
United States
Projecting The News Political Conventions
Analyzes how national nominating conventions evolved since 1831 32 and remain central to U S politics. Discusses representation flaws reform proposals national primaries and the durability of the convention system amid debate over democracy and feasibility.
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U. S
George Washington
Congressional Caucus
Federalist Party
King
D. W. Brogan
Assembly
Senator Pell Bucks for Admiral in Coast Guard Support
Washington observers note that Sen Claiborne Pell Democrat Rhode Island leads Coast Guard Reserve backing Capitol Hill budget talks. Pell has received retirement and promotion credits for Sea Scout events lectures and Senate hearings, with officials saying they benefit from his support at a low cost.
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Washington
Capitol Hill
Coast Guard
Sen
Claiborne Pell
Rhode Island
Pell
Coast Guard Reserve
Joseph Spear
Reserve
George S. Garner
Pell earns coast guard points for ocean duties
The Coast Guard Reserve promoted Senator Pell to captain in 1963 and may consider him for admiral on March 15. He received points in 1969 for presiding over an ocean related Senate hearing, in 1971 for speaking at Rhode Island Sea Scouting anniversary, and for a meeting on lobster issues with officials and fishermen at Pt. Judith. A NATO session in Belgium in 1968 also counted as duty. The guard notes Pell gets 12 points yearly to stay active but critics say other officers with better records are being purged.
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Pell
Coast Guard
Senate
Westerly
R.I
Rhode Island
Pt. Judith
NATO
Belgium
Atlantic Assembly
The
Banks Move Into Armored Car Business Faces Pushback
A detailed look at how banks expanded into nontraditional sectors in the 1960s and 1970s, the 1970 law’s loopholes, and the Federal Reserve Board’s quietly evolving stance. The piece notes Congressmen’s inquiries, the Fed staff’s active work, and conflicting statements from officials.
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Federal Reserve Board
Fed
House Banking Committee
Orman Fink
William Widnall
R-N.j
Fink
Widnall
Federal Reserve
We Learn of Argentina Crisis and Political Unrest
United Features describes Argentina facing its gravest economic crisis with unions and government spending driving deficits. It notes devaluations, inflation, and higher living costs while criticizing Peronist influence and wages policy. The piece draws parallels to the United States and questions domestic policy.
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Alejandro A. Lanusse
United States
Argentina
Milwaukee
Letters on High Point dog policy and citizen duties
A reader responds to an editorials piece on the stray dog issue in High Point. He argues the city council has not ordered a crackdown and promotes county wide ordinances based on High Point rules. He urges citizen action to enforce dog control and cites steps and penalties for noncompliance.
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The
Humane Society
Guilford County
Greensboro
Ford County
Monnell Drive
Tegen
Soluion
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