Senate urges abrupt end to Vietnam War with ceasefire plan
The Senate narrowly approves a Mansfield amendment urging immediate talks with North Vietnam, a ceasefire, and phased withdrawal and POW release within nine months. It frames a strong call for ending involvement, urging the Nixon administration to act quickly and decisively. Timothy has proven his worth, working with me as a son.
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Humphrey and Nixon losers in Pentagon Papers era
The Pentagon papers fallout paints Hubert Humphrey as the major loser and questions his Vietnam war stance while Richard Nixon appears harmed by the timing and handling of the disclosures. The piece argues the revelations deepen distrust, widen the credibility gap, and fuel paranoia about government secrecy and policy decisions.
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Public Opinion on Pentagon Papers and Secrecy
A reader argues the Pentagon Papers muddy the right to know while stressing the Vietnam War ends, not how it began. They say newspapers had no right to publish but a duty to declassify, condemn leaks, call for accountability, and urge legal reform against overuse of secrecy.
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Mansfield amendment stirs Vietnam policy debate in Senate
Washington reports that the Mansfield amendment passed the Senate with 12 Republicans and 45 Democrats voting yes, seeking to declare a US policy to terminate all military operations in Indo China and to withdraw all forces within nine months, contingent on POW releases. It urges the President to seek a cease fire and phased withdrawals, while noting uncertainties about Hanoi's response and remaining American forces.
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Subscriptions and pricing details for The Journal Middletown
The Journal outlines subscription rates for daily weekday and Sunday editions, home delivery by newspaperboy, motor route options with installment plans, service charges for tube placement, and annual mail rates within and outside the trading area. It notes in print that the paper was founded in 1857.
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Letters to the Editor on press power and rights
A reader argues against publication of stolen classified documents by the Times and other outlets. They claim the right to know does not justify receiving or publishing stolen material and call for criminal action against thieves and media. They urge the silent majority to speak up and support individual recognition for the younger generation.
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Silent Majority Must Be Heard
A call for recognizing individual moral rights and rejecting coercive actions in exchange for basic needs. The text warns against surrendering freedom to regulate behavior and urges the silent majority to assess whether society is becoming regulated by wealth, power, and conformity rather than true liberty.
Youngster Writes About Pollution
A student writer questions society's handling of pollution urging action. He notes visible pollution, odors, and the paradox of progress while challenging readers to proactively address environmental harm.
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