Limitations on publishing rape victim names spark free press debate
A North Carolina bill to ban naming rape victims prompts a counter proposal to force publishing replies to criticism. The piece argues any law restricting publication threatens constitutional rights, warns of a chilling effect on press freedom, and urges broad support to defeat the measure.
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General Assembly
U.S
U. S. Supreme Court
North Carolina
Florida
Press
Calley Freed From Custody In My Lai Case
The My Lai massacre case nears resolution as Lt. William L. Calley Jr. is released on bond while appealing his 22 killings conviction. Judge J Robert Elliott called him a model prisoner and said he posed no danger, prompting cheers from onlookers.
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My Lai
Army
William L. Calley Jr
Calley
Nixon
Lt. Calley
J. Robert Elliott
Federal
Columbus
Church of Christ
Cer
Sunday Sermon on Combating Complacency and Mission
The sermon warns against complacency haunting the church and nation, urging forward march and continuous mission. It cites biblical resolve to move toward Canaan and recalls quotes from Douglas Malloch, Wellington era lore, and a Kissinger remark linking 1973 energy issues to Sputnik era challenges. It emphasizes proactive faith, leadership renewal, and unified effort for progress.
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Land of Promise
Canaan
Jehovah
Israel
Duke of Wellington
Napoleon
Christ
Satan
Douglas Malloch
Nixon aims to cripple press at White House pace
United Feature Syndicate analyzes the Nixon White House press clash. It argues Nixon sought to govern with secrecy, using television briefings and controlled channels, while distrusting both the press and the permanent government. The piece links distrust to leaks and investigative reporting that undermined his administration.
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Washington
High Point history push arouses civic memory and plans
Raymond Peace urges a full city history from 1858 to the Bicentennial with human interest tales. The Chamber of Commerce revises The Building and Builders of a City to include stories of the Old Plank Road, NC Railroad, hotels, factories, and local schools. New anniversaries for High Point Central High School classes are noted amid nostalgia and public interest.
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Raymond Peace
High Point
Mr. Peace
Chamber of Commerce
North Carolina
Jarrell
Bellevue
Quaker Camp Ground
Peace
J. M. Weatherly
High Point Business College
Old College Street
Oak Hill Two
High Point Central High School
Emerywood Country Club
Henry Grady Oweris
Mart
Bobby Rankin
Falling Out With Movie Review Hero Ends Romance
A reader denounces critic Robert Marks for misjudging films from Lion in Winter to The Exorcist. The letter laments lost faith in Marks and declares a long affection for actor Robert Redford and director Faye Dunaway, ending with a bold challenge on Exorcist praise.
Time To Celebrate Spirit of 76 Plans in High Point
A letter to the High Point City Council and a copy to readers expresses pride in the United States and asks whether High Point will celebrate the nation’s 200th birthday in 1976. The writer recalls past July Fourth firecrackers and urges proactive planning for a community Spirit of 76 celebration.
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High Point
United States
Andrews High School
Coutry
Fire Dept
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Sam) Henderson
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