Nixon News Conference Yields Mixed Signals
President Nixon held a White House news conference that offered few new policy details on the two Chinas issue the Middle East and arms talks with the Soviet Union. He urged openness to criticism while warning against undermining executive privilege and implied the administration directs foreign policy.
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Brainwashers Under Fire From A Critical Media
A column urges South Plains readers to scrutinize broadcast analysts and press commentary during campaigns. It notes repeated national critique of presidents, urges balancing facts with opinions, and warns against propaganda by major outlets and self-styled intellects.
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Good Clean Fun in Houston Brannigan
The piece recounts a satirical clash between Martha Mitchell and Dr. Henry Withers in Houston. Mitchell jokes about Withers while he retorts with insults, sparked by a visit to Mitchell’s rooms for her sick daughter. The episode is framed as harmless fun and free advertising for both sides.
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President Nixon Defies Opposition Over Vietnam Policy
Editorial argues congressional criticism risks undermining United States foreign policy and the credibility of pledges abroad. It says Senate and House debates threaten military commitments and warns that reducing presidential authority could invite aggression, with Nixon maintaining a firm Vietnam stance.
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That Girl on Broadway Fears Government Overpricing Motives
Sy Plainman notes that consumer price worries may stem from government resentment toward taxpayer money. He adds that auto makers seek safer driving but face resistance from Women's Lib and likely opposition to the campaign.
Casey scrutiny and Lubbock bond vote preview
Andrew Tully critiques the Casey confirmation and White House disclosure gaps, cites two SEC lawsuit links and a plagiarism case, questions presidential knowledge. Also covers Lubbock Independent School District bond issue of 5.6 million dollars and the Avalanche-Journal reporting plan to inform voters with in depth articles.
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Muskie's cautious tone fuels 1972 bid outlook
Washington observers note Sen. Edmund Muskie projects bland, cautious speeches with little policy detail. Despite weak reception at a Pittsburgh ADA event, polls show he leads or ties Nixon, preserving front runner status and party support.
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San Francisco group aids former clergy couples
A quirky column notes The Next Step group in San Francisco aims to help former priests and nuns meet. It mentions league players, stitches in hockey, and odd trivia about whiskey freezing and linguistic origins.
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