Thoughts for Today on Honest Labor and Opportunity
A brief excerpt urges transforming theft into honest work so one can aid others. It also reflects on the dignity of labor and the belief that everyone deserves a chance to earn a living, attributed to Ephesians 4 28 and John D Rockefeller.
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Regrettable finale of baby lifts stirs praise and blame
The mass baby lift from South Vietnam sparked praise for saving children from potential slaughter and criticism for tearing apart families. Mothers questioned relinquishing their kids, some signing papers or fleeing with others in custody battles that followed. Courts now wrestle with returning children to Vietnamese mothers who seek them, while adoptive parents defend their bonds. The row reveals deep losses for children and parents alike amid postwar upheaval.
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Polar debate over climate and future sea levels
The piece weighs cooling versus warming theories about future climate. Some scientists warn a modest temperature drop could cut crops and trigger famine, while others warn warming will melt polar ice and raise sea levels. Prof Richard Kapec predicts High Point near Atlantic beaches by 2050, Raleigh as a Seaport.
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West German vote tests Schmidt amid domestic concerns
West Germany faces parliamentary elections as Chancellor Helmut Schmidt fights a fragile lead amid job security and inflation in a slowing recession. Despite his personal popularity and Ostpolitik record, the Social Democrats risk losing seats to a determined Christian Democrat opposition led by Helmut Kohl, amid factional strife and public weariness with left-leaning trends.
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Key Deletion of Foreign Bank Question Sparks Probe
Washington debate centers on IRS chief Donald Alexander removing a tax form item asking about foreign accounts. Authorities caution the move hinders enforcement while noting ties to a Bahamas bank and a 1975 removal, with lawmakers proposing reinstatement and ongoing scrutiny of related bank and political links.
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The Big Race Burdened By Lackluster Campaign Feels
A conservative observer deems the 1970s campaign dull with no clear issues or standout personalities. Carter is praised for early discipline but criticized for a Playboy interview. Ford faces flak over golf past and fundraising rumors. Forecast: Ford by two points if turnout stays high, a surprising twist awaits.
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Letter argues ABC stores aid alcoholics and funding
A former alcoholic urges support for ABC stores in High Point, arguing that prohibitionists misjudge addiction. The writer says access did not trigger drinking, cites women unable to leave home who seek bootlegged supply, and calls for using store revenue to fund medical care and AA oriented recovery for alcoholics, noting alcoholism as a major health issue.
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Edith urged Fire Safety and church support in city letter
A reader thanks Edith for editorials on private college aid and the ABC controversy and commends Fire Prevention Week coverage. The letter urges churches to inspect buildings, honor firefighters and families, promote EDITH Exit Drills In The Home, and encourage tours of local fire stations to learn about up-to-date facilities.
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