Kissinger Wins a Major Bureaucratic Battle in Ford Era
The article argues Secretary of State Henry Kissinger has solidified power within the Ford administration after a televised address. It cites Kissinger’s policy stances on Jews exiting the USSR, CIA reporting limits, Turkey Cyprus aid, and Middle East moves, with Ford backing Kissinger over rivals. Elliot Richardson is noted as a potential successor, but Ford’s speech signals no change soon.
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Henry Kissinger
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Gerald Ford
Congress
Henry M. Jackson
Russia
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CIA
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Cyprus
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White House
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Elliot Richardson
U.S
London
Richardson
London Post
Haldeman’s TV interviews raise ethics in news shows
The convict and ex-aide to Nixon hired CBS for two Sunday interviews while appealing his conviction. Critics warn paid TV appearances blur lines between news and entertainment and risk glamorizing a convicted felon. The piece urges caution and calls for a government commission to probe media practices.
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Robert Haldeman
CBS
Haldeman
P.R
Mark My Words Food for Thought by Jim Fiebig
The columnist riffs on President Ford and a $722 million aid request for South Vietnam, but fixates on food. He jokes about dieting and craving pizza doughnuts and garlic bread as a humorous lens on political motives and appetite.
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Jim Fiebig
Ford
South Vietnam
Congress
Middletown Newspaper Subscription Rates Listed
The Journal published daily by News Journal Inc outlines subscription options in Middletown Ohio. Rates cover per copy newsstand purchases, home delivery by carrier or motor route, and mail in the United States with annual and international prices.
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Chiang Kai-shek and Taiwan as Asian beacon amid U S China policy
The piece critiques U S policy toward China and Vietnam, contrasts Chiang Kai-shek's Taiwan success with mainland failure, noting Taiwan's land reform aided by bonds and stock in state enterprises, creating a thriving peasant and middle class while warning of renewed American blunders under Ford.
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Chiang Kai-shek
Taiwan
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China
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America
Bake sale ruling stirs Middletown debate and a national call
A Middletown reader argues against a city rule restricting bake sales to city approved kitchens, calling it an injustice that hurts church and youth fundraisers. The note notes health concerns and recalls past band funds and trips. The letter cites a state law and urges repeal.
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Middletown
We Must Defend South Vietnam and Our Nation
A speaker warns against isolationism and urges active defense of South Vietnam and allied freedom. He frames the nation as a warrior power defending liberty, faith, and credibility, arguing disengagement invites aggression and global catastrophe. He cautions against communist encroachment and advocates readiness to use overwhelming weapons if needed.
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South Vietnam
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China
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Charles Maynard Cooke
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