Opinion Pieces Attack Food Stamp Abuse and Government Debt
A Idaho Falls farmers row out the tax payer to feed hungry people while charging abuses in food stamp use. A Belton Texas paper questions government efficiency and proposes federal takeover of crime to curb regulation. A Hubbard County Minnesota outlet vents mixed feelings on government benefits and public spending.
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Idaho Falls
Idaho
Paul Harvey
United States of America
Belton
Texas
Journal and
Bell County Democrat
Straight Talk on Taxes Social Security and Leaks
A collection of reader opinions from small town papers critiques inflation taxes and government spending. The pieces argue that federal funds come from taxpayers and employers fund unemployment while some call for accountability and forthright government communication.
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Newville
Valley Times-Star
Now is the Time to Improve Farm Lighting and Feed Management
Max Smith advises farmers to light farmstead areas at night to deter thieves and improve safety. He urges evaluating extra lighting due to energy concerns, using automatic lights, and inspecting livestock handling equipment. Plan for 1974 with better record keeping, reduced feed waste, and efficient feeders to lower costs and boost future returns.
Living Water Lesson for December 30, 1973
The story of Jesus speaking to the Samaritan woman at Jacob's well shows breaking social norms for a greater aim. The dialogue suggests Jesus offers living water, interpreted as eternal life, beyond literal well water, with cautions about hesitation to accept Christ.
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Samara
Jacob’s Well
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Althouse
Jerusalem
Jordan Valley
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Christ
Jesus Christ
Roosevelt Quote on Progress and Charity
Editor notes quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt emphasizing social progress through helping those with less. The message frames progress by expanding support for the underprivileged rather than increasing overall abundance for the already well off.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
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