Editorial urges yes vote on pollution bond for clean air and water
The piece appeals to all voters to approve the Natural Resources Development Bond Act on Nov. 5. It argues the bond could provide up to a billion dollars through 1980 to fund sanitation and water and air projects, with benefits extending toward 2020. It notes broad support from parties, groups, and physicians, and urges Chicago-area expenditure.
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Humphrey
Nixon
League of Women Voters
Illinois Chamber of Commerce
Chicago
Nick Melas
Sanitary District
Hyde Park
Melas
Harnas
Cook County
Alderwoman urges faster lead poisoning action in Chicago
Enforcement moves begin after two years of pressure as the city adopts an amended housing code. The change lets the Building Department sample peeling paint for lead. if 1 percent lead is found, removal and sealing are required. Critics note public nuisance provisions were not enacted and ask how quickly pre 1950 housing will be brought into compliance.
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Fifth Ward
Chicago Area
Chicago
Maryland
Letters to the Editor Discuss Hyde Park race and politics
Readers debate Nixon and McCarthy in 1968 Hyde Park politics. A contributor defends Republicans and Nixon, questions liberal labels, and urges voting, while others discuss police relations, youth services, and potential program expansion in the community.
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Gerhard Closs
Dick Nixon
Nixon
White House
McCarthy
Senate
Hyde Park
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University of Chicago
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Rii
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Leon Despres
Agnes Lattimore
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Charles M. Jenkins, Jr
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