Was the United States government as constitutionally conceived and practiced a good thing
A reader argues Max Lerner overstates Bicentennial concerns and blames the 16th Amendment for lost local self government. He recalls pre tax era, low national debt, and strong courts, noting a shift to “controlled” debt totals and urging readers to consider whether constitutional practice has damaged independence and state rights.
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Eisenhower
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First Court of International Justice
Peace
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Vietnam
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David Swing
Frank W. Gunsaulus
Jenkins Lloyd Jones
John Timothy Stone
Frederick F. Shannon
Bishop Quale
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England
Seven Tips for a Cool Summer in Las Vegas
A compact guide urges calm behavior on the road and at home, advises light clothing and hydration, recommends avoiding peak sun, pacing daily tasks, taking an afternoon nap, and fitting in a daily 20 minute swim to enjoy the season in Las Vegas. The tips emphasize self restraint, sun protection, and gentle routines for a pleasant summer.
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Las Vegas
My Jewish Family Faces Bitter Prejudice in Small Town
A young girl recounts 1974 move to a friendly town that proved hostile to Jews. She describes verbal and physical abuse in school, classroom separation, and parents sorrow, including opened letters, as she urges empathy and recognition of Jews as human beings.
Bus Service Decline Prompts Las Vegas Plea for Reform
A regular visitor criticizes Las Vegas public transit for worsening service and rising fares. The writer suggests limiting Strip buses to Sahara to Hacienda to reduce wait times and urges faster improvements before the next trip.
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Las Vegas
Sahara
Where We Stand Letters Policy At Las Vegas Sun
The Las Vegas Sun invites letters to the editor under the Where We Stand heading. Submissions are limited to 150 words and may be edited or shortened. Libelous content or tasteless material will be rejected. Names may be withheld at the writer’s request, who must sign and ask that the name not be used.
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Push for Teen Rights Thins Logic and Focus
A Nevada Appeal critique argues the July 31 editorial on lowering the drinking age to 18 is flawed. It contends driving risk, not drinking, drives crashes, and suggests tightening driving age or enforcement rather than liquor laws.
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Nevada
Massachussets
Local TV Schedules Faulted Over Sunday Lineup
Las Vegas readers criticize Channel 3 8 and 13 for overlapping or missing national programs on Sunday. Harry L. Goldberg argues residents deserve quality debates and clearer scheduling with networks guiding feeds and station managers coordinating times.
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Los Angeles Networks
United States
Las Vegas
Harry L. Goldberg
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Cathartic Ruminations on Society and Self
Dorice Sager laments overly serious, self centered worldviews and urges lighter, more humane living. She contrasts grim modern behavior with St John’s Newfoundland goodwill and questions the value of wealth driven happiness.
No Smoking Advocates Burn For Non Smoker Rights
A reader applauds a new anti smoking law and urges strict enforcement especially in banks and workplaces. She recalls nausea from cigar smoke in a Las Vegas bank and notes many physicians in her building have no smoking signs.
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Las Vegas
Public Service Frustration Cites Welfare Agency Shortfalls
A reader profiles systemic failings in public service across federal state and county agencies. The letter accuses workers of broken promises indifference to taxpayer costs and misused funds while praising personal accountability and patient service. The author notes personal experience in multiple levels of government and rejects excuses for ineffective service.
Resident objects to Lone Mountain Mobile Ranch address change
A Las Vegas resident complains about a May 21 1975 letter changing the Lone Mountain Mobile Ranch number from 7726 to 7626. He argues the shift imposes costs on 81 families and stresses bureaucratic waste, urging a hearing and majority-considerate decision.
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Las Vegas
Lone Mountain Mobile Ranch
Unemployed Boomer Sees Utopia in Boom Era Debunked
The author, ERNIE BRANT, rails against unemployment hardship and contrasts American job scarcity with Soviet wages and social guarantees. He cites long shifts, harsh conditions, and the FBI fingerprint demand, arguing that Russia offers stability while the United States suffers mass joblessness.
Nevada Family Inc. Plea for Donations to Aid Addicts
Barbara Plotkin urges readers to support Nevada Family Inc a detox and housing center at 405 Jackson Ave and 808 S. Decatur Blvd by sending food clothing or money. She notes counselors dedication and recent neighborhood work including repainting and converting a house into a child day care center.
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