The Big Freeze on Brains and Gas Policy
Jeffrey St. John reviews the 1970s energy crisis, arguing Congress ignored warnings on natural gas deregulation. He compares the 1977 cold spell to the Arab oil embargo, cites repeated liberal opposition, and critiques Carter's energy stance as politically expedient amid shortages and economic strain.
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Washington
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Jimmy Carter
Carter
Oval Office
Gerald Ford
Strike ban endorsed by United Steelworkers amid leadership row
The United Steelworkers re elect Lloyd McBride as fourth president in 35 years, backing the 1974 Experimental Negotiating Agreement that bans nationwide steel strikes through 1980. Edward Sadlowski challenged leadership, arguing the pledge weakens muscle, while McBride cites 35 percent wage gains and stable membership as proof the pact works. Negotiations on a new three year contract are underway as inflation risks loom.
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United Steelworkers
Lloyd McBride
Edward Sadlowski
I.W. Abel
McBride
Sadlowski
Alf-Cio
Times Square tycoon eyes bold cleanup plan
Real estate entrepreneur Alex Parker, owner of Number One Times Square, aims to condemn surrounding decaying properties to build a vast convention center with hotels and theaters from 40th to 43rd streets. He touts potential city reimbursements and a revived entertainment hub despite Manhattan rivals. Parker notes the ball drop costs $25,000 annually and envisions a safer, glamorous Times Square with attractions like a Disney oriented shop and cafes.
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New York
Alex Parker
New York Times
Times Square
Parker
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43Rd
Seventh
Eighth Avenues
New York City
Manhattan
Hospital ER policy defended in Middletown letter
A reader replies to Mrs. Hazel Selby’s charge that Middletown Hospital’s ER policy is cruel. The August 1976 rule allows a limited number of visitors in waiting areas and restricts access to treatment rooms to brief visits with doctor or nurse consent. The letter argues the policy protects patient privacy and balances family involvement with clinical needs.
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Hazel Selby
Middletown
Middletown ER policy defends restricted visitors
William EF Bannen M D emergency room physician argues that a controlled visitor policy keeps untrained people out of critical care areas. He notes the Middletown hospital policy is less restrictive than Good Samaritan Kettering St Elizabeth Dayton and Christ Cincinnati while stressing timely action in emergencies.
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Good Samaritan, Kettering and St. Elizabeth
Dayton
Christ Hospital
Cincinnati
William EF. Bannen
Middletown Hospital
Community letters oppose obscenity and defend free speech
Letters to The Journal criticize obscenity laws and Flynt coverage, defend First Amendment rights, and urge action against smut peddlers like the Dixie Drive-In. Contributors from Butler County urge storekeepers to shield minors, demand accountability for price fixing, and compare penalties for executives to those for petty crimes.
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John) Holcomb
Butler County
Letters to the Editor guidelines for submissions
The Journal weighs letters to the editor require a name and address from the writer. Limit one letter per contributor every 30 days and include a phone number for authentication. All letters may be edited or shortened. Do not submit poetry and address letters to Letters to the Editor in care of The Journal.
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Mr. Flynt
Carol Powell
W. Second St. Franklin
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