Equal justice for indigent defendants in fines debate
Editorial argues fair treatment in fines and jail policy, noting California and U S high court rulings against jail for inability to pay. It cites Elk Grove judge who would jail speeders and urges council and higher courts to rebuke such practice or require installment payments.
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Supreme Courts of
California
United States
High Court
Deci
Sions
Justice Court
Elk Grove
California Judicial Council
Cheesy SST Boycott Idea Draws Mixed Reactions
A Seattle group proposes boycotting Wisconsin cheese and other products to protest Senator William Proxmire's SST stance. The Janesville Gazette suggests using cheese as a referendum tool, inviting opposing sides to eat more or less cheese to signal their views. The piece warns such economic battles degrade democratic dialogue.
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Seattle
Wisconsin
William Proxmire
The
Janesville Gazette
Editors sound off on armed judges bill in North Carolina
From a drama view, editors lament no TV in NC courts while Cumberland County Rep Sneed High pushes a bill allowing judges and solicitors to conceal weapons including guns and blades. The piece notes risks of courtroom violence, urges enough bailiffs, and warns of double jeopardy fears.
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North Carolina
Sneed High
Cumberland County
Winston-Salem Journal
Susie Sharp
North Carolina Supreme Court
Earl W. Vaughn
Court of Appeals
Harvey A. Lupton
MR. High
U.S
Napoleon and Paris by Maurice Guerrini
A major work translated and abridged by Margery Weiner explores Napoleon’s bond with Paris and his drive to keep Parisians content while modernizing the city. The book fills a neglected gap by detailing the emperor’s Parisian policies and palace life.
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Napoleon
Paris
Maurice Guerrini
Margery Weiner
Walker
California Primary May Decide Nixon View Of Democratic Nominee
White House aides assess Democratic prospects for 1972 with Nixon’s detachment. They rate Humphrey highly due to organized support in California, while Kennedy’s national appeal remains strong. Muskie is not viewed as Nixon’s likely opponent, though uncertainties remain. Kennedy's postdinner showing and potential rebound in California loom large.
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Wasiington
Nixon
Sen
Edmund Muskie
Hubert H. Humphrey
Edward M. Kennedy
White House
Humphrey
Washington
California
Robert H. Finch
Robert F. Kennedy
Eugene McCarthy
Kennedy
Johnson
Democratic Party
George Romney
Michigan
Lawrence O’brien
Sen. Muskie
Southeast Asia
Mao Tse-tung
Mao
China
Mr. Nixon
Indochina
Muskie and a shifting Democratic battle for 1972
The piece notes the Democratic race dynamics with Muskie as a frontrunner likened to Romney, and highlights lingering influence from six large-state leaders. Their stance hinges on Nixon’s strength, potentially pressing Muskie as a sacrifice or supporting a more charismatic challenger in 1972.
Letters to the Editor on Local Press and Public Safety
A Long Beach reader questions the Los Angeles Times and Independent Press Telegram on coverage of the Queen Mary project and a city recall. Other letters criticize the national emergency warning system and praise police for courteous aid after a crash. Additional notes discuss U.S. policy on Indochina, inflation blame, and architectural pine cones in Naples Plaza.
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Los Angeles Times
Long Beach
Times
George Reasons
Independent Press Telegram
IPT
The
I,p-T
I, P-T
Sam Cameron
Museum of the Sea
Queen City
Queen Mary
Cameron
Fellas
Museum Board
Naples
Hadrian's Mausoleum
Vatican Palace
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Ashley Montagu
Hawthorn
Were
Sen. Kennedy
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Richard Wilson
Texas
Wallhelser
Sine Independent
Press-Telegram
Light From Lantern
National Warning Center
Colorado Springs
America
Torrance
Joseph F. Smouse
CSCLE
Police
Mervin L. Lowe
Maoist
Collins
Congress
Larry
Melvin H. Schuck
Rome
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