Tower's honoraria raise questions on Senate duties
The piece notes Senator John Tower collected about 25,000 in honoraria, ranking among other leaders like Bayh Muskie Hatfield and Goldwater, while criticizing frequent absences from Washington. It highlights the contrast with Lloyd Bentsen and George Mahon, who did not appear on the honor roll and are portrayed as sticking to their jobs.
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CBS presents Other Side on Vietnam war views
CBS aired a Sunday program featuring John O Neill of Vietnam Veterans for a Just Peace and Anthony MacDonald of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. They argued that Kerry era veterans exaggerate atrocities and urged broader public airing of dissent to foster fairness in U S Vietnam policy.
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Nixon Defends Police Handling of May Day Protests
President Nixon defended police actions in the May Day arrests, saying demonstrators blocked traffic and targeted government operations. He praised officers for restraint and pledged support for similar actions against future disturbances. Chief Wilson described planners of the demonstration and the mass arrest strategy.
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That Girl on Broadway Sees Spring Joy Blocking Purveyors
Plainspoken note contrasts spring pleasure with tranquilizer makers and purveyors. A quip hints a tax cut through Congress being hard, akin to convincing a doctor to refer to a chiropractor.
Inflation, taxes, and electric rates loom in Nixon era
Nixon faces a tight calendar as inflation pushes wage and price controls into debate while unions push for higher settlements. SWPS rate hikes appear likely, with city officials signaling pass through to electricity costs. A July cigaret tax rise to 15.5 cents targets Texas revenues, joining Pennsylvania and Connecticut as top taxed states. A newlywed couple’s first spat ends with in-law comparisons.
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Nixon's public push for police support and crime talk
Marianne Means notes Nixon's high profile praise for police and photo ops with officers, while critics say he underfunds social services and fails to curb drugs. FBI data show rising crime, especially street crimes, with limited visible results from anti crime bills and the National Council on Organized Crime.
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Nudist upbringing and oddities spark quirky letters column
Reader L M Boyd presents a collage of notes and questions from readers. Topics range from beaver sex testing humor to nudist child rearing and fashion trends, with brief asides on crime, sports attire, and rifle costs. The column closes inviting more letters to Fort Worth Texas.
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