It or He: A Dilemma in Early English Usage
A brief note examines the struggle between it and he as pronoun subjects in historical texts. The discussion highlights shifts in agreement, gender reference, and stylistic preference impacting readability and grammar conventions of the period.
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Trudeau flags industrial growth as election theme
Prime Minister Trudeau on CBC Weekend says industrial growth foreign ownership and resource exploitation could drive the next federal election in 1972. He notes groundwork for liberal policy in the 70s and pledges stronger central government while defending economy welfare gains and tax reforms. He cautions on personal attacks and asserts party funding from rank and file.
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Siamese twins separated after life saving operation
Ten week old Cynthia and Christine, born October 28, were separated Sunday night at University Hospital, ending their face-to-face connection. Doctors said they are in excellent post operative condition and doing very well, with each baby now on a path toward a normal healthy life. The procedure divided a bridge of liver tissue and caused no shared organs beyond a small liver connection.
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Bug may be a virus not flu mutates local illness
Medical officer Dr. Ken Clementi says the current illness may be a virus infection rather than influenza and projects short two to three day symptoms. Crescent Heights High School reports attendance drop near 8 to 10 percent with double rates for teachers, while local companies note minor disruption.
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Freighter Dona Anita sinks in North Pacific
The African freighter Dona Anita with 42 aboard sank amid hurricane winds 120 miles west of Vancouver Island. Aboard were the 63-year-old master and his wife, plus 23 Filipinos, 13 Chinese, two Indians and a man from Ceylon. An air sea search found an oil slick, a life ring, and two empty rafts as the rescue effort continued.
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Mujib Declares Bangladesh Shall Have No Ties With West Pakistan
Bengali leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman returned to Dacca and announced that Bangladesh would sever all links with West Pakistan. He urged peace for both sides, recalled Pakistan's Bhutto plea to leave, and vowed independence for his country. The rally drew an estimated 500000 attendees at the Dacca racecourse.
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British Miners Strike Enters First National Walkout Since 1926
Britain faces a national miners strike involving 280,000 workers who walked out at midnight Saturday. Government aims to cap pay settlements at eight percent, raising concerns over possible household fuel rationing if the dispute endures. Outcome hinges on talks among leaders of Britain's major unions.
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Humphrey Announces Third Bid for U.S. Presidency
Senator Hubert Humphrey formally announced his third bid for the presidency, pledging to end the Vietnam War and rebuild the nation. He outlined aims on civil rights, elder care, and youth opportunity, and set Florida and Pennsylvania primaries as key tests.
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