Free Ride Ends as City University of New York Faces Shutdown
The City University of New York, the nation’s third largest system serving about 250,000 students and 16,000 faculty, was ordered closed temporarily due to a financial crisis. Gov. Carey urged tuition reform to 750 dollars for underclassmen and 900 for upperclassmen, while Board of Higher Education members resigned over ending the no tuition tradition. The State Assembly debates funding amid a city in deep peril and bankruptcy fears.
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New York
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Sudden Danger Highlights Police Risks in Norman Incident
A Norman patrol encounter last week left Sgt. Mark Boyd and Patrolman David Garriott narrowly escaping gunfire as they pursued a stopped car. The burglar was killed after the officers returned fire, underscoring the constant dangers lawmen face and the broad range of non crime duties officers perform.
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Mark Boyd
David Garriott
Barge Museum Opens in New York Bicentennial Plan
A floating museum on a barge will tour New York water routes to portray Revolution era life. The project, part of Clare Boothe Luce’s idea to celebrate the Declaration, Constitution and Bill of Rights, opens June 3 at Southport Sea Museum and plans five exhibitions on social dissent rebellion reconstruction and enduring institutions.
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John H. G. Pell
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Philadelphia
Abigail
Braintree
Washington Avenue
Albany
Liberals Should Read Buckley’s Suspense Novel
A New York column praising William F Buckley’s novel Saving the Queen for its blend of verbal wit and political seriousness. The writer argues it reflects a conservative view of intelligence, secrecy, and armament and notes two Washington events that frame the arms and intelligence debate. The piece suggests a liberal‑conservative clash in public opinion may shape future policy and discourse.
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William F. Buckley
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Windsor Castle
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Justice Holmes
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Draft Teddy Campaign Grows in Capital Debate
A movement to draft Sen Edward M Kennedy for president grows in Washington as Carter piles up delegates. Kennedy insists he is not a candidate but supporters press the idea to block Carter from clinching the nomination before the July 12 Democratic convention. Critics fear Carter’s delegate surge risks a first ballot win.
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Jimmy Carter
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Kentucky
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Drafts and decisive questions in 1980 Democratic race
Frank Van Der Linden analyzes potential brokered convention as Hubert Humphrey seeks one last chance at the presidency after 1968 loss. Ted Kennedy remains the strongest liberal draw for Northern states and black voters, with age and health concerns fueling talk of a younger candidate. James MacGregor Burns cites Kennedy family precedents and Lincoln quotes to frame readiness for leadership and the burden of national fate.
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Tenants, anyone Sign on vacant apartment building
A sign on a new but still vacant apartment building asks Tenants, anyone, highlighting a lighthearted editorial tone. The Albuquerque Optimist Bulletin and Catholic Digest attribution note midlife reflections and a playful quip from Thomas LaMance.
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Catholic Digest
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