Seed of China policy leaves critics split over Nixon move
The piece weighs reactions to Nixon's China shift amid the Shanghai communique. It notes praise from the left and skepticism from the right, stresses Kissinger's briefing on Taiwan withdrawals, and argues for giving the seed itself a chance to sprout as China opens to the world.
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People’s Republic of China
Vietnam
Peking
The Journal Masthead Listing Editors and Managers
The Journal notes Frank R. Myers as Editor General Manager with Dave Regan as Executive Editor, Elwood Richardson as Business Manager, and Paul J. Day as Managing Editor.
Provocation debates on Pearl Harbor and war timing
The piece argues against the view that FDR provoked Japan into Pearl Harbor and WWII. It compares oil embargo tactics and Tonkin Gulf incidents, noting perception shapes provocation readings. It cautions that while actions may be legal, Japan’s reaction reflected misperception, not a Washington conspiracy.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
United States
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Pearl Harbor
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Japan
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Southeast Asia
Washington
West Virginia Mine Disasters and a Floodlinked Tragedy
A catalog of West Virginia mine disasters cites Farmington 1968 Bartley 1940 Benwood 1924 Layland 1915 and Monongah 1907 where 361 died. It notes a major flood in 14 valley towns as a disaster tied to a slag heap at a coal mine giving way after rain and heavy snow.
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Farmington
Bartley
Benwood
Layland
Monongah
West Virginia
Aberfan
Wales
Buffalo Creek
FCC rules promise cable growth amid court challenges
A report notes FCC moves to promote cable TV may spur court challenges. It recalls past disasters in Aberfan and Buffalo Creek where mine waste avalanches caused massive deaths and property loss, emphasizing the need for proactive safety measures and foresight. Psalm 91 invites protective reflection.
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FCC
Franklin Schools Debt Question Triggers Reader Letter
A letter to the editor challenges Franklin School District finances and governance. The writer cites alleged unpaid bills since 1968, a $200,000 deficit, and a rejected audit, then criticizes paddle discipline practices and district governance, questioning truth on other issues.
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Franklin
Middletown News Jenni Subscription Rates Noted
Dished daily by the News Jenni lists subscription options for Middletown Ohio readers. It outlines prices for mail and motor route delivery, including per copy and weekly plans, with rates for in trading area, outside area, and international delivery, payable in advance.
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Jenni. Ie
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Middletown
Ohio
Middetown
USA
Radio Free Europe Faces Senate Clash Over U S Support
London press and US lawmakers debate prolonging government backing for Radio Free Europe and Radio Liberty as an ongoing clash over free speech, information access, and East‑West propaganda heats up in Washington. Supporters urge keeping the broadcasts alive to provide uncensored news to Eastern Europe and counter Soviet control.
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Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Radio Free Europe
Radio Liberty
Robert Steele
R-Conn
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Steele
J. William Fulbright
Congress
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Ulster
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