Blood on TV news shocks readers and prompts protests
A letter-writer laments graphic TV news scenes from Wallendas’ fall to Aldo Moro’s murder and asks where to protest. Readers respond with safety, censorship, and parental guidance concerns about what children should watch in a democratic society.
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Aldo Moro
Squeeze play wins contract in world championship hand
Israeli star Shrauel Lev played six clubs in the 1977 world championship. After a spade lead, he chose a squeeze to defeat the slam. Lev ruffed and cashed high cards, forcing West to discard and East to concede, sealing the contract with the last diamond.
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Lev
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ABA to tackle ERA boycott and employment bias at New York convention
The American Bar Association plans discussions on a proposed boycott of states not backing the Equal Rights Amendment, protecting homosexuals from employment discrimination, and taxpayer funding for abortions. ABA President William Spann says the group has become more engaged in public-interest laws, though decisive action may not follow.
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Coc Miyagi House of Legates
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Blender hints for baby food preservation and feeding
A reader praises HELOISE and shares a method for making baby food in a blender. Fresh fruits and vegetables are pureed, frozen in ice cube trays, then bagged for easy portions. The note promotes less waste and easier feeding for caregivers.
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Heloise
Mrs. Clair Dickson
Prodigy Sayed Jalal to Start College in Seattle
An eight year old Afghan boy, Sayed Jalal, will become the youngest college student at the University of Washington this fall. He will study regular courses with tutoring and a gifted program, while his family awaits full arrival from New York.
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Seattle
Sayed Jalal
Afghanistan
Halbert Robinson
Jalal
Sayed Karim
Nelson pushes pesticide ban in 2 4 5 T herbicide push
Senator Gaylord Nelson renews a bid to halt 2 4 5 T use immediately until safety to humans is proven. He cites dioxin byproduct TCDD as highly toxic and linked to miscarriages and health issues, while opponents cite labels and lack of certified injuries. The EPA notes 12 million pounds produced yearly for agriculture. continuous sales and use possible until final ruling.
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Washington
Gaylord Nelson
Wisconsin Democrat
Nelson
Neilson
Environmental Protection Agency
EPA
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