Haynsworth Decision Inspires Bipartisan Reactions
A federal appeals judge Clement F. Haynsworth Jr. will remain on the bench, despite Senate opposition to his Supreme Court confirmation. President Nixon lauds the ruling, calls for ethical reforms, and predicts smoother confirmation of future nominees while Haynsworth plans to stay as chief judge of the Fourth Circuit.
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Nixon bids to ease hunger through food stamp expansion
The White House Conference failed to force a national hunger emergency. President Nixon announced quicker action under existing law, ordering expansion of food stamps to all counties and raising monthly allotments from 65 to 160 dollars while exploring further measures with advisers.
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Wage proposal on youth labor sparks debate
Secretary of Commerce Maurice Stans proposes a separate lower youth wage possibly as low as 1.25 an hour to improve youth employment. Labor Secretary George Shultz opposes any rate below the 1.60 statutory minimum, arguing it would undercut adult wages and invite displacement. Organized labor also doubts the plan, suggesting exceptions and protections before adoption.
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City Council Denies Parade Permit For Antiwar March
Austin at a December 12 meeting with the Student Mobilization Committee explained that citizens have rights to gather but others have the right to use the streets. The text notes prior university protests disrupted traffic and calls for balance of rights. The column also comments on parenting books and nudity in films, and mentions Queen Elizabeth’s pay.
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Foreign aid critiqued and defended by secretary Rogers
Secretary of State William Rogers argues foreign aid amounts to less than a quarter of one percent of gross national product and is essential for U.S. foreign policy. He says the House cut the 2.6 billion request by 466 million and warns the Senate to restore funds, noting aid helps development and peace while countering Soviet influence.
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That Girl on Broadway Punches at Rose Colored Glasses and Times
In a witty column Jay Henry notes Americans prefer rose colored glasses to work and jokes about rise of vice presidency as the trend. A sharp social jab lands in casual banter about Congress and public mood as the year turns. Polly Dickey mentions holiday cheer and Tate Semerone peanut brittle appears in a friendly house visit.
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Delayed Song My Massacre Coverage Sparks Reflective Debate
The piece argues for a postponed public examination of the Song My massacre as both prosecution and defense need time, while urging broader scrutiny of military leadership and war ethics. It contrasts holiday sensitivities with war’s grim realities and recalls past local memories and archival efforts.
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Song My Village
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Militant Priest John Gropps Detained After Incident
The Fort Worth Star Telegram reports John Gropps, a militant Roman Catholic priest, posted bail and was taken to Milwaukee after a tense confrontation. The fragment suggests a conflict between personal interest in living and reluctance to work through the situation.
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Africa crisis in UN debate over force and race in South Africa
The piece argues the United Nations is swayed by small nations and urges Britain to use force, then analyzes South Africa's race tensions. It highlights tribal divisions among Zulu and Xhosa groups, Indian, Arab, and Jewish communities, and the apartheid era politics of the Nationalist and United parties.
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Moon Landing Stamp Dedicates Spirit of Man
Postmaster General Winton Blount dedicated a moon landing commemorative stamp in Washington. He praised the spirit of man and gave albums to the astronauts and NASA director Tom Paine. A postal study shows air mail takes about two days to deliver on average, first class about a day and a half. The system aims for overnight delivery, though delays occur even for short distances.
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Post Office Department
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Moon
Allanta Journal
Foys Pharmacy Adds Writing Desk To Promote Greeting Cards
Foys Pharmacy in White Horse New Jersey boosts greeting card sales by adding a writing desk with supplies and a stamp machine for customers. Shoppers can select, address, and mail cards in one stop, with mail dropped in the store box or handed to staff. The store expanded card variety and quality to attract more customers, and sales rose accordingly.
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White Horse
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