Price for peace in Vietnam debated as aid cuts bite
The piece argues against continued funding for South Vietnam's Thieu regime, noting $1.1 billion spent last year and budget cuts. It questions Thieu's ability to win or negotiate peace, suggests leverage via withholding funds, and proposes maintaining humanitarian aid while reducing military spending. It critiques long engagements and explores neutralist outcomes.
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Pentagon
South Vietnam
Nguyen Chah Thi
Switzerland
Gold rush doubts and uncertain demand for Treasury gold
The piece argues the public showed restraint buying Treasury gold as prices hover below 180 dollars per ounce. It notes gold’s lack of interest, high storage costs, and taxes requiring a 20 percent premium to break even, while questioning inflationary Congress policies and liquidity amid debt and savings-bank outflows.
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Treasury
Congress
Mutual Savings Banks
Contortions of logic in Gary pollution policy clash
The Gary open hearth shutdown at U.S. Steel highlights the clash between antipollution laws and jobs. EPA head Russell Train faces a policy paradox urging fines to curb pollution while protecting 2,500 Gary workers. The piece argues environmental and economic policies must align to avoid broader political contortions.
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French phone bill rises as wait times stretch
The state owned French phone system doubles the installation fee to 244 francs while waiting two plus years for a line. In the U.S. the Bell monopoly suit accuses the system of antitrust behavior, contrasting French patience with American frustration.
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America
Bell System
Justice Department
Mark My Words Political savvy
Columnist Jim Fiebig argues Ford advisers timed the economic address to avoid pre empting the Smothers Brothers show. He contrasts with Nixon aides who would have chosen a different pre emptive tactic and notes presidents rarely appear on TV unless dire.
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Jerry
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William F Buckley Jr on Catholic liturgy critique
In a Catholic perspective the author laments the liturgy as unsatisfactory and distasteful, criticizing the typical American church service for lacking reverence and refinement. He contrasts it with a more noble Anglican cadence and cites cultural figures to illustrate the decline in liturgical quality.
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Robert Ingersoll
H. L. Mencken
Anglicans and Liturgical Modernization Draw Fire Across Faiths
A writer censures modern liturgical reforms and vernacular translations, critiques Anglican Church of England practices, and praises Chesterton while lamenting secular focus in worship. He fears further changes will erode traditional rites and communal ties.
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Church of England
Mao Tse-tung
Chesterton
Middletown Ohio Subscription Rates Announced
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