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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1970
Page
15
A reader and veteran denounces the Vietnam War and U S policy, argues Congress alone declares war, and condemns war profiteering and military cronies. He calls Americans hypocritical for praising freedom abroad while denying it at home, and urges youth courage and an end to the conflict.
A letter contends sun distorted UNLV coverage of a May 8 student strike. The writer argues class attendance figures and safety details were misrepresented, citing on campus observations and lab schedules. The editor's note defends UNLV, praising peaceful conduct and noting attendance fell about 40 percent, with no adverse publicity.
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 deleted. Names may be withheld if requested, but the writer must sign and request nondisclosure. Libelous or tasteless content will not be printed.
A public letter argues that most students oppose violence and favor lawful change. It condemns riots at Kent State and calls for disciplined, peaceful protest, while warning against assuming violence will stay confined. The writer stresses adherence to law, civic duty, and constructive democratic action over destructive acts.
A reader muses on constructing wiser policy in conflicts from Korea to Vietnam. He cites wartime maxims and urges listening to past voices, urging decisive victory when fighting and criticizing restraint. He contrasts hawk and dove stances and prefers an American eagle stance over hawk or dove.
A reader praises Hank Greenspun for elevating dignity over dollars and warns America to support U.S. car makers. The letter cites Jeffersonian principles, critiques welfare and riots, and condemns antiwar protests while urging support for domestic industry and national unity.
In a letter to the editor the Clark County Humane Society warns of dire finances with under $100 in the bank. It cites $1 759 15 spent aiding pensioners and indigents for medical care and $1 518 10 for spays neuters and shots. The group urges donations to sustain animal birth control and emergency aid amid rising pounds costs and demand.
A critical essay argues that peace and elected governance threaten prosperity less than perpetual conflict. It blames top military leaders for provoking wars to boost budgets, cites high defense costs per taxpayer, and warns of moral compromise and economic harm from endless arms spending.
The piece notes a shift from long haired classical figures to trimmed jazz players, then to rock n roll bands with flowing locks and beards. It laments how the era returns to seriousness as old artists trim their looks and pivot in public perception.
A grateful family thanks Ruthe Deskin Bob Simms Gus Giuffre Joe Delaney Fedora Bon tempi and the public of Las Vegas for support that opened opportunities for Frankie Smothers. They praise the Las Vegas SUN and Variety Club for assistance and express deep gratitude and blessing.
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