Fears Of Another Vietnam Looms Over Laos Involvement
The article notes persistent fears of a new Vietnam as the Nixon administration faces congressional scrutiny over Laos. It cites Rep. Boland's resolution demanding full disclosure of current operations and a pledge not to widen engagement without Congress approval. The piece mentions the Defense Appropriations Act ban on ground troops and silent assurances from the State Department and Defense Secretary Laird, while warning that advisers could exceed past South Vietnam levels.
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Tempest In A Teapot Over Tea Tasters Breakup
The Tea Association of the United States opposes Nixon's plan to abolish the Federal Board of Tea Tasters. It argues economy would fail as public tea quality would drop without government tasting, prompting consumers to seek better products while the industry privately funds testing.
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Nixon
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William F Buckley Jr GOP Should Woo Wallace
Buckley argues the Democratic Party is no longer the majority and polls show shifts toward Republicans. He notes a Wallace vote bloc harmful to the Left and urges Republicans to woo Wallace supporters, citing New Jersey as an example of possible cross over. He warns against labeling voters and urges broad appeal to counter third party threats.
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Cahill
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New Jersey
Cahill Victory in New Jersey Stirred by Wallace Vote Surge
A digest notes Cahill's 1969 gubernatorial win in New Jersey aided by Nixon campaign presence and Wallace voters, who shifted to Cahill. The piece argues Wallace supporters are people and critiques past repudiation tactics toward extremists.
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Dated Receipts Reveal High Interest in 1918 1920 Lebanon Loans
Mrs. Harold Wells found receipts from a Lebanon bank showing 7 percent in 1918 and 8 percent in 1920, indicating inflation-era rates. Charles Sams, about to turn 92, remembers early local days and recalls Middleton area weather. Neighbors lament Monday's weather and golfers gripe at the forecast while letters from Florida and Arizona boast their sun.
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Glenn Ave
Wet Weather Brings Lesser Welcome Than Cold
A brief item notes wet conditions offer less comfort than cold weather. The report contrasts how rain dampens plans and mood compared with chilly temperatures. No additional context or figures accompany the comparison.
Philadelphia Plan sparks AFL CIO dispute
The AFL CIO accuses the Nixon administration of targeting the building trades to promote minority hiring under the Philadelphia Plan. It argues that apprenticeships through unions and contractors are proper paths to jobs, while government data show ongoing hires of about 25,000 monthly and improving minority unemployment, though unions fear reduced opportunities for existing members amid a slowdown.
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Aflcio
Philadelphia
Afl-Cio
Labor secretary cites AFL CIO rift over Chicago and Pittsburgh plans
Secretary of Labor George P Shultz tells the Federation Executive Council the administration favors voluntary area agreements like the Chicago and Pittsburgh plans to open job opportunities for Negroes but warns Philadelphia Plan action may be necessary. Unions fear artificial techniques could reduce white workers' chances.
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George P. Shhulz
Federation Executive Council
Afl-Cio
Meany
Philadelphia
Chicago
Pittsburgh
AFLCO
Unions Do Not Control Hiring in Most Industries
Donald Kendall of the National Alliance of Businessmen says government training programs reach minority workers and place them with firms across services hospitals schools and small businesses. He notes success in non manufacturing sectors and in large firms already involved.
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Donald Kendall
National Alliance of Businessmen
Press Club
Kendall cites 31000 auto workers still on the job
Mr Kendall notes that many workers have sufficient seniority to avoid early layoffs in the auto industry and claims about 31000 are still employed in these firms despite recent job cuts.
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Kendall
Middletown Journal Subscription Rates Notice
Public notice from The Journal published by News Journal Inc. outlines daily Middletown Ohio subscription prices for local, mail, and outside trading area deliveries. Rates include per copy, weekly, and yearly options with advance payment required.
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First
Middletown
Ohio
USA
Kennedy Magic Fades as Chappaquiddick Echoes End
A columnist argues Kennedy’s political “magic” is gone after Chappaquiddick. He notes Massachusetts Democrats see Kennedy as a relic, with Suits and mothers shaping votes, while Si Spaulding looms as a plausible foe. The piece questions Kennedy’s appeal and courage amid scrutiny.
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Edward M. Kennedy
Massachusetts
Kennedy
Charpaquiddick
Josiah
S’) Spaulding
G.O.P
Kenneth
Senate
Little Mac and the Civil War Era
The text notes include Union General McClellan nicknamed Little Mac by his soldiers. It lists wheat consumption in the United States and materials needed to run a 1 300 ton blast furnace. It mentions Green Land altitude, world facts, and a few historical notes.
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Gen. Geoge B. McClellan
Little Mac
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