Equal Rights Amendment gains renewed push in Congress
The Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution, seeking equal rights under law regardless of sex, faces renewed consideration after 47 years. Sen. Dirck Bayh and Sen. Eugene McCarthy back it, with President Nixon publicly supporting the measure amid calls to spur national concern and conscience.
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New Zealand Eyes Tourism on Ross Shelf Antarctica
The New Zealand Transport Ministry plans to promote a Ross Shelf tourist area in Antarctica near the Ross Sea. Explorers have visited this southern region, where Adm. Richard Byrd established Little America and Mt. Erebus looms. Climate is bitterly cold, limiting winter sport appeal, though optimism remains. The text closes with a biblical verse about seed in good soil.
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Who Protects The Guard and Kent State Debates
A reader voice argues the National Guard stands alone and needs support while condemning Kent State actions. The letter calls for accountability of leaders and guardsmen and questions media blame. The piece blends defense of the Guard with broader protests and school funding views.
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Parents Must Act In Student Riots
A Reader’s Letter argues parents must intervene amid campus unrest and tragedies on state campuses. It blames parents for coddling college youth and urges drastic action to address the perceived problem.
Middletown News Journal Subscription Rates Notices
The Journal published daily by News Journal Inc lists subscription prices for various delivery options. Rates include 20 cents per copy, 70 cents weekly for city routes, 21 dollars yearly by mail in trading area, 30 dollars outside trading area, 38 dollars outside USA, all payable in advance.
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Nixon Needs Instant Power in War Time Debate
In a wartime clash between executive power and Congress, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee approves an amendment to restrict the President’s military discretion in Cambodia and Vietnam. Officials argue such statutory limits threaten swift, decisive action and could embolden the Communists. The debate centers on keeping U S troops effective and secure while Congress weighs control against the President’s constitutional role.
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Nameless Man Named in Ohio AP Award Photo flap
In Cincinnati reports a five person AP awards photo included an unidentified man. Middletown Journal’s Paul Day was identified by Herschel Day as the middle figure. Sol Riegel and others weighed in on the mystery amid humor about the unnamed man.
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What To Do In Mideast A Practical American Stance
Buckley argues against moral generalities on the Mideast and urges US action based on mutual advantage. He cites Rostow's plan to push US initiative, restore ceasefires, involve NATO, and back any peace agreement to deter further conflict and encourage Israel to sign the Non-Proliferation Treaty.
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