Battle over Fitzhugh panel seeks large defense reorganization
The piece argues for urgent Pentagon reform amid pressure from Congress, administration, military factions, and defense contractors. It endorses the Fitzhugh panel's findings on command, procurement, and possible joint chiefs changes while noting the need for careful oversight and civilian control. It cites cost overruns and bureaucratic overstaffing as core issues and urges Parliament to act with expertise.
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Fitzhugh
National Defense Establishment
Congress
Administration
Pentagon
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Buckley May Place Second in New York Senate Race
John P. Roche argues in New York that James Buckley, running with a double filing strategy, is unlikely to win but could finish second in a three way race against incumbent Charles Goodell and Democrat Richard Ottinger. Buckley may draw conservative GOP and some Democratic votes, while Goodell risks Jewish and antiwar votes, with Ottinger benefiting from cautious conservative Democrats.
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New York
Charles Goodell
Richard Ottinger
James L. Buckley
Goodell
Arthur Goldberg
Ottinger
Conservation Party
Buckley
Independent Alliance
James Buckley
Jacob Javits
Paul O'Dwyer
Javits
Senate
G.O.P
O'Dwyer
Democra
Robert Kennedy
New York A.D.A
Kennedy
Senator Goodell
Queens
Buckley Emerges as Notable Conservative Voice in New York
The piece notes Buckley, brother of William F. Buckley Jr., gaining recognition as a skilled candidate. It contrasts him with liberal figures and highlights his personable style, suggesting he is not the type to unsettle moderates.
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Buckley
William F
Middletown News Journal Subscription Rates Announced
The Journal published by News Journal Inc lists daily subscription prices for local and suburban delivery. Rates include 70 cents weekly, 21 dollars yearly in the United States, 30 dollars outside the trading area, and 38 dollars outside the USA. Founded in 1857.
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News Journal, Inc
S. Broad
First Ave
Middletown
Ohio
Post
Newslee
Erea
U.S.A
Speed tests in West Germany reveal risk vs speed lessons
A Middletown safety bulletin reports two 1000 mile car tests in West Germany with identical cars. one driver chased time, the other drove with traffic flow and caution. Results show faster driver used more gas, more brakes, more passes, and greater exposure to accidents, yet saved 31 minutes. The piece warns aspirin as child poison risk and urges secure storage away from children.
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West Germany
Wages and Prices Weigh Down the Economy in 1970
The budget data show health education and welfare consuming over 52 billion of 196.8 billion spent, while military costs reached 77.8 billion. Vietnam war spending peaks at 29.5 billion annually, with defense expenses shifting as missions change.
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Washington
United States
Southeast Asia
Vietnam
Mediterranean
Treasury Department
Congress
Nixon
Letters to the Editor Urge Freedom to Make Personal Choices
In a letter from residents Margaret Ann Justice and Mrs L S Owings, concerns about freedom to choose in church, education, work, and governance are voiced. They condemn censorship in academics, fluoride debates, and political influence, urging a return to Christian values and personal responsibility to safeguard rights.
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America
Margaret Ann
S. Main St
Pleasure To Read Just Good News To The Editor
A reader praises the evening paper for publishing wholesome, positive news about good, honest teens and hopes more such items appear, expressing appreciation for uplifting community portrayal.
Whitehurst bill seeks stronger standards for laboratory animals
Reader letters urge expansion of the Laboratory Animal Welfare Act of 1966 to cover all animal dealers and animals in all laboratories circuses and 700s. They ask Rep. Graham Purcell and committee to support amendments from national humane groups before adjournment.
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House Agriculture
Whitehurst
Graham Purcell
National Humane Organization
Congress
Purcell
House Agriculture Subcommittee On Livestock and Grains
House
Washington, D.C
R. M. Wootten
Virginia Beach
Objects to voting twice on fluoridation issue
A reader condemns a law allowing a minority to force issues on the ballot and recounts being asked to sign a fluoridation petition to place it on November’s ballot. The writer, Dorothy Schneider of Orchard 80, says she opposes fluoridation and rejects the premise of signing under pressure.
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Hook
Crook
Dorothy Schneider
Orchard
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