Wisdom in Harvard case guides district judge’s stance
A district judge, Edward M. Viola, criticized Harvard University’s handling of student protests, insisting charges remain and warning that acquittal should follow guilt. He framed the issue as a public trust matter affecting educational autonomy and societal expectations for discipline. Newsday notes universites risk losing public support if they abandon self-discipline.
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Harvard
Dge
Edward M. Viola
Idge Viola
Newsday
Tennyson
Prey On Campus Columnist Russell Kirk Comments
columnist Russell Kirk argues that many undergraduates lack purpose and preparedness for college life. He warns they are easy targets for demagogues and agitators and urges readers to consider his critique rather than dismissing it as heresy.
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Russell Kirk
Kirk
Doctor Kirk
Cabinet Wives Debate Attending Nixon Cabinet Meetings
Washington report on the idea of Cabinet spouses attending meetings highlights tensions and social dynamics. A wife quips about not being called on while another recalls a spill during a Treasury report, illustrating restrained participation and expectations of influence.
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Washington
Nixon
Government Budget Practice Under Fire in Surplus Debate
Analysis argues that the United States routinely borrows from Social Security and other trust funds and labels it as receipts. The piece notes deficits persist from 1961 to 1970, totaling billions, and warns this method masks true borrowing needs and could fuel higher interest rates.
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United States
Secretary of the Treasury
Nixon
Conthe
Social Security Trust Fund
Social Security Trust
U.S. Treasury
Johnson
Leash and litter laws draw snickers in Lubbock
A reader vents about lax enforcement of city leash and litter regulations in Lubbock. The letter cites stray dogs and ignored rules about beer cans whiskey bottles and yard signs as examples of civic disregard.
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The
Avalanche Journal
Lubbock
Dairy
Queen
Nixon program offers cautious path to a calmer government
Richard Nixon's 10 point plan emphasizes economy and restraint with modest social proposals. The column praises its focus on cutting spending, inflation control, and a gradual tax approach while warning critics that big social programs may be at risk. It argues a steady, low cost government could appeal to Main Street and win a second term, noting the era's mood and calls for fiscal discipline.
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Washington
Richard Nixon
Miltown
Dullsville
Nixon
Congress
Las Vegas
Johnson
Vietnam
Main Street
Avalanche-Journal reader cancels over coverage
John Sartain of 3002 4th St Apt 77 says he cancels his subscription to the Avalanche-Journal citing poor news value and lack of controversy. He criticizes reporting and urges coverage of Lubbock slums while praising editorials.
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The
Avalanche-Journal
Lubbock
John Sartain
4Th St
Apt. 77
Parallel Parking Draws Reader Disapproval
A reader agrees with Mrs. Jan King about parallel parking difficulties near the courthouse. The writer recounts multiple town trips and 30 minutes of parking hunts while paying taxes, noting the need to address crowded curb space.
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The
Avalanche Journal
Jan King
Teen drivers face confidence gaps says instructor
A driving instructor notes that lack of confidence among some teenagers contributes to accidents. He estimates that about 0.000639 of teenage boys fall into this category.
Nixon draft plan spurs optimism and debate in Congress
Marianne Means notes Nixon’s commission favors a volunteer force during peace with a standby draft for emergencies. Reedy’s book argues reforming but not ending the draft, proposing a lottery system to select service, while Kennedy and Reedy clash with Nixon on emphasis over method.
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Washington
Niion
Vietnam
Nixon
Johnson
Kennedy
Burke Marshall
U.S
White House
George Reedy
Kennedy-Reedy
Reedy
Herbert Marcuse
Senate hearing links slum program to atomic attack prep
Washington report notes that the administration's long range housing bill would use slum clearance to better prepare cities for possible atomic attacks. Fullerton endurance flight continues as Sunkist Lady nears 1008 hours. Texan storms cause thousands in damage across hail and wind. Lubbock County residents vote by straw to support a new courthouse west of the old.
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Washington
Senate
Lubbock County
Additive Promotion Drives Sales at Wilmington Station
John Ewing’s Wilmington service station used mass displays near pumps to boost additive sales. Employees briefed on products, earned 10 cents per can, and tracked sales with a ring chart. The tactic created ongoing higher additive sales and kept motorists additive conscious.
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John Ewing
Wilmington
Del
Ewing
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