Where We Stand Liberalism and responsibility debate
Letter writers attack Hank Greenspun and the SUN Youth Forum over liberal schooling and social values. They claim government and educators shift blame from parents and schools, urging accountability for social outcomes and criticizing liberal programs. A second letter laments a dog’s death on Alta Drive blaming drivers and city planning for unsafe streets and urges safer sidewalks.
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Hank Greenspun
the Sun
SUN Youth Forum
America
U. S
Greenspun
Kenneth D. Barrett
W. Iris Ave
Las Vegas
Nevada
Alta Drive
Tonopah Drive
Highland Avenue
City Hall
West Charleston
Our Lady of Las Vegas
West Charleston Boulevard
Hyde Park School
Baggy Eyes and Health Factors From Dr Motner
Readers ask about puffiness under the eyes and related health causes. Aging skin and fluid buildup from thyroid, kidney, liver or menstrual cycles can cause swelling. most cases are harmless, but some signal serious issues.
CATV debate grows over impact on TV variety and policy
Editorial notes CATV expands from remote areas to big cities using master antennas and wired links. It charges installation fees and monthly dues, boosts reception, and risks undermining local stations and pay TV as ownership ties with broadcasters rise. Congress and the FCC face calls for a broad review and clearer policy guidance.
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Washington
Antenna Television
CATV
New York City
Joe Julian resigns as Las Vegas township chief deputy coroner
Joe Julian steps down after a year as chief deputy coroner of Las Vegas township. In a related note, about two hundred workers from four unions walked off at Camp Mercury, delaying the setup for a new atomic test sequence.
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Joe Julian
Las Vegas
Camp Mercury
Speed limit observation near Herbert Leach residence
A reader notes the posted speed limit in front of their home at 25 mph applies day and night and urges enforcement observers to heed it.
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Mity
Herbert Leach
Thank You For Sun Youth Forum Opportunity
A reader expresses belated thanks to the newspaper and SUN for the yearly Youth Forum, praising the opportunity for teenagers and looking forward to next year. signed Donna Andress.
This Day in History December 29
On December 29 significant events include Texas joining the union in 1845 and the first YMCA opening in Boston in 1851. Adolf Hitler bombed London in 1940, and a Jacksonville hotel fire killed 21 people in 1963. Thornton Wilder’s thought for the day reflects on human suffering.
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Venus
Mars
Mercury
Jupiter
Saturn
Andrew Johnson
Texas
Young Men's Christian Association
Boston
Adolf Hitler
London
Jacksonville
Fla
Quotes In the News Ripley and Denver items
In Ripley Mississippi a Black woman gives apples oranges and gumdrops to white college students aiding in rebuilding a burned Black church saying it was the least they could do. In Denver a policeman radios for help to arrest former heavyweight champion Sonny Liston for pushing and shoving.
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B. J
Ripley
Denver
Sonny Liston
Liston
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