Pentagon Papers theft sparks debate on press freedom
The dispute over the Pentagon Papers prompts praise and concern among Times and Post leaders and others. Critics warn of dangers from prior restraint and more thefts while defending press liberty. Ellsberg’s role is labeled arrogant with calls for espionage charges and punishment.
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Pentagon
Jeak
New York Times
Washington Post
U.S Supreme Court
Arthur Ochs Sulzberger
the Times
Katherine Graham
the Post
Times
The
Post
Spokesmen Deserve Fair Treatment in Federal Service
The White House clarified that Treasury Secretary John Connally will act as chief economic spokesman speaking for the Administration rather than expressing personal views. The piece argues top officials must present unified policy, citing George Ball and Adlai Stevenson as examples and urging fair treatment for officials who perform honorably.
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White House
Pentagon
George Ball
Johnson
Vietnam
Adlai Stevenson
United Nations
Kennedy
California Clean Air Car Ordered for Almost $29,000
An El Monte tool company reports the Government has ordered a clean air car at nearly 29 thousand dollars. The vehicle is said to achieve over 40 miles per gallon, a figure emphasized for long haul use depending on fuel costs in California.
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EL Monte
Calif
California
Unhooked From Cigarettes Across Generations
A Charlotte Observer reader reflects on smoking trends from World War I to Vietnam and beyond. The note laments evolving drug use and suggests society may be gradually breaking cigarette addiction, while expressing a somber view of the future.
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Vietnam
Charlotte
N.C
Observer
Mockery of Justice in San Rafael Magee Trial Delays Continue
The Angela Davis-Ruchell Magee case in San Rafael, California, has seen ongoing courtroom disruptions and delays as Magee seeks to disqualify judges and attorneys. Four months of postponements have led to several judges being disqualified, with Marin officials urging state funding amid a projected one million dollar cost. Judge Arnason faces further delay over Magee’s claim of eight years in slavery due to a fraudulent robbery conviction, a matter separate from the charge tied to a court killing in the Marin County Shootout last August.
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Angela Davis-Ruchell Magee
San Rafael
Calif
San Quentin
Magee
Marin County
Richard Arnason
Mrs Danbury Sees Grandson Through Quirky Nursing Home Visit
In Washington a grandmother in her eighties mistakes Bobby for a girl and offers dating advice while reminiscing about crinolines. Zachary and Bobby explain he is a boy and discuss fashion, cooking, and relationships. Mrs. Danbury gifts $20 to buy a dress and reflects on grandparent perspectives.
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Washington
Zachary Danbury
Zach
Bobby
Mrs. Danbury
Zachary
Roosevelt to War Rise Parallels Loom in Johnson Nixon Clash
The piece compares FDRs moves toward entry in World War II with LBJs 1960s Vietnam plans, noting public opinion manipulation fears and the urge to educate voters. It also discusses a Texas travel book and space cooperation hopes following the Salute tragedy.
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Roosevelt
Johnson
U.S
Vietnam
Hitler
Europe
Japan
Wendell Willkie
FDR
LBJ
Barry Goldwater
Great Britain
U.S. Navy
Atlantic
U. S
Mixon
Ussr
Salute
Humphrey Seeks Tomorrow as He Faces 1968 Shadows
Ebullient Senator Hubert Humphrey hints at a 1970s presidential bid while portraying himself as a tomorrow man. He weighs running on his own terms, distances from yesterday, and expects big Democratic donors to fund a potential campaign.
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Washington
Hubert Humphrey
Maine
Ed Muskie
Humphrey
White House
Lyndon Johnson
Senate
Barry Goldwater
Richard Nixon
Muskie
Ted Kennedy
Nixon
U.S
Vietnam
Johnson
Pass It On collection of Q and A and observations
A column by L. M. Boyd features rapid replies on diverse topics from infant holding preferences to barbering habits of Sikha youth. It jokes about rain distribution, asks about golf participation, and recounts a humorous Boeing 747 chute incident while inviting reader mail to Fort Worth Texas.
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L. M. Boyd
Fort Worth
Texas
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Tor
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Bruce Biossat
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Pearl Harbor
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