Front runner Muskie faces growing woes in 1972 race
The piece notes Edmund Muskie's fragile lead in a Democratic field as critics cite temper and policy ambiguity. A Gallup poll shows 43 percent favor Muskie versus 46 percent for Kennedy if the Dem convention narrowed to the two, prompting speculation on backup nominees and potential drafts.
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Black Caucus Demands Spark White House Dialogue
The Black Caucus of 13 Democratic House members met President Nixon after a 14 month wait to press 60 demands for policy changes. Officials warn the president cannot fulfill all goals like 1.1 million public service jobs or a $6500 family income. a May 17 deadline for response was set.
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Daylight saving time begins in Texas on April 25
The Texas legislature rejected a bill to exempt the state from nationwide daylight saving time, despite public opinion showing division. A spot check by the Avalanche-Journal notes mixed reactions as restaurants outdoor venues and livestock may be affected while businessmen farmers and families adapt by the clock.
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Republic of New Africa declares separatist nation near Bolton
In Mississippi a new Republic of New Africa body set up a 20 acre capital near Bolton. About 150 members and rifle guards witnessed the dedication as leaders announced a school building a small hospital and an executive office. They said marriages and birth certificates would be handled locally by the new nation. The movement said the US government can continue to exist.
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Public Attitudes Toward Political Self Interest
A succinct view on how individuals bias their political positions by self benefit. People lean liberal on personal gain, moderate on nonessential issues, and conservative when costs fall on others.
U S Role In Southeast Asia To Emerge In Coming Months
Washington reports say South Vietnamese forces with U S air power completed incursions into Laos and Cambodia. The Ho Chi Minh Trail’s utility declines as rains block supply lines. Nixon signals plan to reduce troops while maintaining support and future air power to help South Vietnam survive as an independent state. The Thai prime minister urges continued U S military and economic backing for Southeast Asia under a workable Nixon Doctrine.
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SST Vote Sparks GOP Tensions Over White House Links
After the House blocked further funding for President Nixon’s SST, a Democrat chided GOP opposition as a vote against Ehrlichman and the White House ties to Germany’s “German Mafia.” The remark notes 85 Republicans opposed SST on March 18, vs 89 in favor.
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Nixon Credibility Gap Grows From SST Vote Fallout
Marianne Means surveys Nixon's calm TV stance on Laos vs a soldier's gut view under fire. The SST defeat weakens Nixon's House leverage, splits GOP leadership, and hints at a broader erosion of trust as Republicans brace for a tougher 1972 campaign.
US to Renounce North Korea Force Plan Says UN Sources
From Memory Lane 1951 notes United States reportedly renouncing future intent to occupy Korea by force per UN sources. Choralaires of Lubbock High School performed for Optimist Club luncheon with Imogene Webster directing. Floydada High School won one act play honors in 3-A District UIL opener. Springlake FFA head Jim Burgess announced first Junior Fat Stock Show set for Friday and Saturday.
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No Comfort In Mutiny Claims Against Army Mutiny Backlash
Andrew Tully argues that even if the Vietnam War is unjust, mutiny by 53 GIs who refused to advance harmed discipline and moral authority. He cites Brig. Gen. John G. Hill Jr. and the captain as punished, warns against rewarding disobedience, and cites My Lai and Kennedy as reasons to uphold orders in war.
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Pass It On: Weather, Jobs, and Oddities Digest
L. M. Boyd’s column blends quirky insights on weather affecting tooth decay and future job trends in California Texas and Florida. It mocks white collar versus blue collar wages and shares humorous Q A snippets about safety fashion beauty and hair restoration while inviting reader letters to Santa Monica.
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