Nixon seeks more briefing ahead of Peking trip
President Nixon moves to deepen China briefing three days before departure for Peking. He has called in Andre Malraux and his staff to review vast material from State Department, National Security Council and CIA, while Kissinger and Haig provide additional context. The effort aims to align analysts on cultural and political aspects as officials note Beijing’s interest in a successful visit.
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Atlantic Monthly
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Richard H. Solomon
University of Michigan
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Arkansas forecast with showers and warming trend
The 24 hour Experiment Station report ends at 7 am Monday noting a high of 63 and a low of 2. Partly cloudy and warmer is expected across Arkansas with north areas partly cloudy and south areas partly to mostly cloudy and scattered showers tonight. Tuesday brings partial clearing north to east, with a cooler trend spreading from extreme north to other areas. Highs today range from the 60s in the north to near 70 in the south, with tonight's lows in the mid 30s to upper 40s. Tuesday highs will be in the upper 40s north to mid 60s south.
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Church Sees Grants to Political Groups Protested
In Texas, the Ep is copal Diocese of West Texas votes to oppose church grants funding politically oriented groups. Delegates at the 68th annual council pass a resolution deeming grants to organizations engaged in political activities or to any political party a misuse of church funds amid activist grant controversy.
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Legislature Moves Into 2nd Week In Arkansas Special Session
The Arkansas General Assembly enters its second week amid hopes to adjourn Tuesday. Gov. Dale Bumpers’ drug control bill blocks progress in the Senate after 30 house amendments. Speaker Ray Smith Jr. notes consensus on goals but disputes on procedures. Also unresolved are primary election date changes and debates for national conventions.
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Hot Springs
Episcopal Church Council Questions MAYO Grants
Diocesan Bishop Harold Gosnell charging a church committee granted funds to the Mexican-American Youth Organization MAYO despite opposition. The council demanded changes in national grant decisions and referenced a WATS line grant amid objections from Bishops Gosnell and Richardson over Mayo activities and a Houston church takeover during a 1970 Mexican-American school boycott.
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Houston
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New Mexico
State Court Proceedings Summary of Arkansas Supreme Court actions
The Associated Press reports on state court actions with multiple affirmations reversals and dismissals across circuits. Notable items include Arkansas Highway Commission v Lindsay affirmed, Nadine Hawkins v State of Arkansas reversed, Missouri Pacific Railroad v Boley reversed and remanded, and others including Firestone Stores v McCracken affirmed. A final note states Vermont is now considered the home for a pure strain of coyote.
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Death Row Dwellers Plan Appeals
In California, most of San Quentin’s 106 condemned await appeals as the Supreme Court weighs the death penalty’s constitutionality. Sirhan Sirhan and the Manson clan have pending appeals, potentially delaying executions. officials expect a ruling by mid spring with limited early executions.
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Agnew says candidates may delay Vietnam settlement
Vice President Agnew on NBC Today argues some candidates hurt the peace process by criticizing Nixon plan. He says Democrat John Lindsay is right that candidates are not delaying the settlement, while Muskie’s comments undermine Hanoi’s acceptance of terms. Lindsay, NYC mayor, told Meet the Press Nixon is delaying.
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Arkansas May 30 Runoff Dates Spark Political Debate
In Little Rock Congress candidate Jack Coleman accuses a few legislators of pushing an early election to surprise voters and aid incumbents. New dates set May 30 for the first primary and June 13 for the runoff, with past laws showing June primaries and July runoff. Gov. Bumpers weighs a possible date shift amid calls to repeal delegate electing provisions. Coleman plans to ask the governor for clarity.
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Arkansas
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Bumpers
Group Pleased With Meals at Schools
The Auxiliary Sub-committee of the Citizens Committee For Better Quality Schools met at Chairman Bill Gunter's home. Members reported favorable findings from visits to school lunchrooms and urged greater student attendance. a bus overcrowding issue was noted and will be investigated along with upcoming reviews of athletics and bands. The group plans to meet February 15 at 8:00 p.m. at 505 West Avenue D.
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Doyle Shields
Barbara Buchholzer
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Elaine Burtch
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Gunter
West Avenue
Mrs Agatha Willis Dies at 84 in Nursing Home
Mrs. Agatha Willis, 84, died Friday in a local nursing home. She is survived by nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held Monday at Washington Cemetery conducted by the Rev. Gerald Trussell. Burial was by Herndon Funeral Home.
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