Distortion in Iowa and Carter’s Weak Iowa Showing
The piece argues that Iowa caucus results were overhyped by The Times and notes Carter’s relatively weak 37 percent uncommitted share and the broad abstention among Iowa Democrats. It predicts a tougher path for Carter in Florida and New Hampshire, and questions the national significance of Iowa and New Hampshire results.
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PLO faces test as it seeks UN recognition and security council role
Observers say the PLO has progressed toward statehood and an international identity by gaining Security Council status, but critics warn the move may weaken the UN. The piece urges the PLO to accept established peace rules and avoid replacing Geneva talks with unilateral diplomacy.
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Failure at Addis Ababa stalls Angola peace push
The Addis Ababa OAU deadlock ends an all night session and diplomats depart, ending chances for quick peace in Angola. The move delays a negotiated settlement and pressures the US to press Russia and South Africa at the UN or directly. The Soviet Union is accused of colonialist interference while South Africa links disengagement to Soviet action, with Kissinger urged to broker detente.
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Paper towel rip-off claim sparks consumer fraud note
Jim Bryant reports a major brand's towels measure 10 percent inches wide instead of 11, causing rolls to underdeliver and the holder to eject them. He alleges buyers lose 1,000 rolls per 88 000 sold, totaling millions over time, and will forward details to consumer fraud authorities in Washington.
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Leaning Tower of Pizza and the Child’s Curiosity
A mother recalls her son’s witty questions about the Leaning Tower of Pisa and why it leans. The piece traces the tower’s history from 1174 through modern attempts to stabilize it, noting the subsoil, tourist interest, and a child’s humorous mishearing of “pizza.”
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Newspaper Subscription Rates and Details
The journal lists Middletown Ohio mailing address and pricing for subscriptions. It shows per-copy prices for weekdays, Sunday editions, home delivery by carrier or motor route, and mail subscriptions with annual or four-week options, all payable in advance.
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