Three Views on Vietnam War Sparks Political Clash
This excerpt surveys three perspectives on the Vietnam War. It notes a Senate floor display by Fulbright Kennedy Mansfield and others arguing moral objections to U.S. policy, contrasts a East European critique from Poland’s ambassador at a Texas Tech conference, and cites Richard Nixon’s claim he could end the war. The piece questions credibility of liberal attacks and strategic aims.
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Vietnam
Southeast Asia
Senate
U.S
South Vietnam
J. Wiliam Fulbright
Bobby Kennedy
Vance Farthe
Gaylord Nelson
Mike Mansfield
Johnson
Bobby
Ethel
Ennedy
Congress
Kennedy
Fulbright
John G. Tower
Texas
East Europe
Jerzy Micha Jowski
Texas Tech
Poland
North Vietnam
Soviet Union
China
Ho Chi Minh
Moscow
Peking
Thailand
Laos
Cambodia
Malaysia
Burma
Richard M. Nixon
Nixon
Economic Irony as Youths Surpass Elders in Population
The piece notes that people under 25 now form the largest segment of the population while many elders live longer. It argues middle aged workers are the stable producers, with rising non producers among both ends. Planners fear funding growth and retirement rules may tighten.
English motorist fined for careless driving and speeding
An English motorist was fined recently for careless driving and speeding in a hearse. If the driver is habitual, the note suggests he may be used to the vehicle, and his final journey could come soon.
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Ely
Blackbird social studies funded by federal grant mix
The National Science Foundation awarded $50,400 to the University of Washington for Blackbird Social Organization and $11,200 to California Polytechnic College for Competition and Social Organization in Mixed Colonies of Blackbirds. The note hints at cross checks to ensure proper spending priorities during wartime.
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National Science Foundation
University of Washington
California Polytechnic College
Nixon Might Run Against Himself in Primary Crisis
A Washington conversation suggests Nixon could solve a replay of his crisis by running against his own past self. Romney’s withdrawal leaves Nixon with no opponent, prompting talk of a televised duel between the old Nixon and a suggested new Nixon to win sympathy and redefine his image.
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Nixon
Pennsylvania Avenue
Romney
Republian
New Hampshire
Wisconsin
Oregon
Racism Misrepresented in Civil Disorder Report
Washington opinion piece criticizing the 1967 President's Commission on Civil Disorder for not recommending arrests, arguing the panel’s makeup and ties to politics taint objectivity. It notes the commission found no evidence of organized planning behind the riots and questions militant groups' roles.
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Washington
United States Senate
National Association For the Advancement of Colored People
Commission
America
Rockefeller and Nixon duel shapes GOP toward a sure thing
In a lengthy political analysis, Andrew Tully notes Rockefeller seeks a guaranteed path to the GOP nomination, leveraging backing from governors and possible write-in primaries. He contrasts Nixon's broad support with Rockefeller's demand for a clear edge while warning of smoke-filled room deals and party fracture. The piece also covers the Kerner Commission report on civil unrest, urging peaceful reforms and criticizing white terrorism, while arguing the commission omits responsibility for escalating racism and militant rhetoric.
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Washington
Nelson Rockefeller
Muscle
Rockefeller
Dick Nixon
Nixon
New Hampshire
Wisconsin
Nebraska
Miami
New York
Lef
Eisenhower
Ske
War threat looms as civil rights bill pause eyed
Washington warns of potential war while Congress is urged to delay civil rights legislation. Dewey leads NH GOP race as returns show early contest results. South Plains police probe burglary of Ropesville Meadow and Wasforth schools with about $800 stolen plus two $50 insurance papers. Lubbock schools teach Bible courses reflecting literary value under Texas law. federal rules restrict religious instruction in public schools.
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Washington
Eastland
Mississippi
Congress
Concord
South Plains
Ropesville
Meadow
Wastforth
Lubbock
Texas
Jest For Fun Inconsistent Quotes On Inflation Humor
A columned quip critiques luck versus ability and inflation humor. It juxtaposes Paul Larmer's remark about luck and ability with an inflation analogy from Hugh Allen. The piece suggests authorities learn from tires in Washington and hints at satirical social commentary.
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Washington
Hugh Allen
Knoxville News-Sentinel
Crisis Over Britain Devaluation Spurs Global Money Turmoil
Henry J Taylor argues that Britain’s devaluation stems from excessive government spending and union influence under Wilson and Johnson. He warns the pound’s slide strains international credit and highlights the U S Treasury’s role, noting high unemployment and weak export growth as the policy ripple spreads to the dollar and gold reserves.
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Wilson
Johnson
Britain
U.S
Washington
Angered French Viewer Drops TV Set From Eiffel Tower
Felix Laurent, angered by France's national TV fares, carried his television to the top of the 984 foot Eiffel Tower and threw it off. Press International notes this as possibly the most dramatic ratings drop in television history.
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Felix Laurent
Press International
Laurent
France
Eiffel Tower
Dallas Times Herald
Buckman bill bans tax pledge in Kentucky politics
J D Buckman Kentucky state senator proposes forbidding candidates from promising not to raise taxes. The Milwaukee Journal notes the move risks political backlash, likening it to banning praise of home and country or slogans and offers.
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J. D. Buckman
Kentucky
Buckman
Milwaukee Journal
Americans Consume About 1500 Pounds Of Food Per Year
A News Topic report quotes Dr Samuel Johnson about appetite and notes national averages show the average American eats roughly 1500 pounds annually. It argues that even large amounts are far from a starvation diet.
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Samuel Johnson
Lenoir
N.C
Turnrow tuner asks about moon program pause
Letter writer O C McBride jokes about suspending the moon program to fight poverty and war while noting a doctor’s claim that older people catch fewer colds. He mentions bragging about surviving winter without a cold and references a feature by De Cncane rebenwsen Fore Nowe.
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U.S
McBraw
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