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Newspaper
Hyde Park Herald
Location
Hyde Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1972
Page
6
A reader complains that Chicago police lock up traffic offenders paying forfeited bail for 45 minutes on orders attributed to Superintendent Conlisk. The letter cites a 21st District incident, argues the policy is unnecessary and punitive, and seeks data on anti police sentiment.
A Kenwood teacher argues for police security at Kenwood High amid concerns over outsiders, theft, and violence. He cites student and staff support in a referendum, noting police authority deters intruders and recalling a recent school shooting as a tragic justification for armed protection.
Correction note clarifies that the measure introduced by Alderman Leon M. Despres on December 30, 1971, urged Congress to enact S 2815 banning hand guns with limited exemptions. It records hearings on February 24, 1972 and the council's unanimous passage of an amended version urging gun regulation.
The undersigned clergy and community leaders endorse Robert Mann as an aggressive innovative independent-minded legislator. They cite his care for the poor health care Lake Michigan war in Vietnam and racial equality while affirming he will not take the seat of a black in an all black district.
A reader laments ongoing tensions after Kenwood High School incidents and a riot. The letter argues whether armed guards are needed, questions humane treatment of drug users and a Black Marine veteran, and proposes a community recycling venture led by returning workers and government support.
Senator George McGovern’s strong New Hampshire primary performance signals he is a top presidential candidate and a realistic choice. Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr. calls him a capable fighter for changing national priorities, urging voters to support him.
The piece reminds First Congressional District voters they may support up to eight delegates in the March 21 primary. It notes that on the paper ballot the Chisholm slate appears seventh and the McGovern slate occupies the last five positions, with endorsements from the Independent Voters of Illinois.
A reader cites a spelling error in a prior article accusing disqualification of a judge and misidentifying the party names. The letter from Nancy Campbell requests correction of Republican to Democrat discernment in the report.
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