Carter’s Path to Nomination Shapes Democratic Rivals
Washington observes a shifting race as Jimmy Carter nears the Democratic nomination with McGovern guiding restraint. The piece notes Carter’s likely gain in Jersey California and Ohio primaries and warns that a stop movement could fracture party unity, risking defeat in the fall. It cites McGovern’s past lessons and recalls Moses’ axiom about leaders.
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George McGovern
McGovern
South Dakota
California
Hubert Humphrey
Jimmy Carter
cGovern
Carter
Jersey
Ohio
Sen
Henry Jackson
Richard Daley
Rhce
Democrats
If Humphrey Had Publicly Opposed Vietnam Policy
The Washington Star notes Hubert Humphrey privately opposed escalating Vietnam but was excluded from Johnson’s inner circle after Rolling Thunder. The piece poses whether vice presidents should speak out or remain loyal, citing his forthcoming book and past silence as context. It references a June 7 1776 resolution discussion by Richard Lee to Continental Congress delegates.
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Hubert Humphrey
Vietnam
Johnson
Humphrey
United States
North Vietnam
Parg
Richard Nixon
Sen
Richard Lee
Continental Congress
Public discontent fuels push for more government control
The piece argues voters misjudge business profits and blame the profit motive, spurring calls to curb big firms and nationalize industry. It warns ongoing anti business tensions will expand government power and threaten the economy, urging trust in direction.
Washington Sex Scandals and Boring Politicians
A critical column mocks Washington sex scandals focusing on Rep Wayne Hays and Elizabeth Ray. It accuses them of a publicity plot with a Dell Publishing book planned within weeks to exploit alleged indiscretions for profit.
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Washington
Wayne Hays
Ohio
Congress
Elizabeth Ray
Hays
Congressional
Dell Publishing
Florida Interlude and Ruth Dekinder’s Rejection Slips
Ruth Dekinder of Fort Lauderdale, 81, collects rejection slips for her first novel Florida Interlude about the years 1925 to 1935 in Tarpon Springs, Florida. The piece notes publishers favor sensational tales over an elderly author’s quiet Florida memories.
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Ruth Dekinder
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Tarpon Springs
John Roche Looks Into the Busing Mess
Letters arrive asserting concerns about a bus transportation mess. Residents and officials exchange views on causation and remedies. The correspondence reflects public frustration and calls for oversight.
Tall men and salaries spark debate on bias and law
The piece argues tall height correlates with higher starting pay and advancement, citing researchers and industry experts. It then discusses housing segregation, de facto segregation, historical Supreme Court rulings, and whether state inaction sustains urban racial patterns, previewing further analysis.
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Boston
Detroit
New York
South Boston
Roxbury
Supreme Court
U.S
Block Watchers Meeting Planned By Local Residents
A letter from Dixie Heights and Maple Park residents praises watch programs and calls for more supporters. It notes over 60 signatories and about 30 more pending, and announces a Block Watchers censure at 7 p.m. in the police training building on Jewel Street led by Capt. Ron VanArsdale to explain the program and answer questions.
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Dixie Heights
Maple Park
Jewel Street
Ron VanArsdale
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Georgia
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Therty
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Moses
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Washington Star
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Miss Ray
Dell
the Journal
News Journal, Inc. S. Broad
First Ave
Middletown
U.S.A
USA
John Roche
Intel
Middle West University
Lester Korn
Korn- Ferry
Edward Levi
Amicus Curiae
Wilmington
Del
Little Rock
Dennis the Menace
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