War turns against enemy in Mekong Delta advisory dispatch
Joseph Alsop reports on Viet Cong leadership failures in Kien Giang Province as COSVN defected officer Lai reveals fractured VC governance. The piece notes recruitment collapse, misinformation to COSVN, and limited VC control, alongside media coverage of Paris peace talk maneuvers and Le Due Tho's role.
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Cardinal Yu-pin speaks on China and propaganda in New York
Cardinal Yu-pin, Taiwan based head of Fu Jen University, warned at the Overseas Press Club of America that priests in mainland China may exist only for propaganda. He warned Mao successors could worsen China’s condition and expressed a wish to visit his parents’ tombs.
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Conditions We Cannot Afford Here An Editorial
The piece argues for a half percent city income tax to fund police and fire protections, garbage collection, streets, and youth programs in Middletown. It contends benefits outweigh costs, noting many enjoy higher living standards while services risk cuts without the tax. It urges residents to vote yes Tuesday to avoid worse conditions.
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Extremist book reviews urge reading two campus unrest studies
John P. Roche discusses two Basic Books volumes on student turmoil. The Conflict of Generations by Lewis Feuer argues revolts are irrational attacks on older generations. Confrontation, edited by Daniel Bell and Irving Kristol, offers case studies to demystify campus disruption and note extremism aims to destroy the system.
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Fortes scandal narrows Nixon freedom in Washington
Marianne Means reports the Fortes appointment issue constrains President Nixon in Washington. The scandal links to officials named Fortes and questions on appointments and influence shaping administration decisions. The piece highlights political pressure and potential fallout for policy and governance.
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Exemption Debate Shows Calls for Higher Personal Tax Credit
Readers argue the $600 dependency exemption is outdated as families face rising costs. Barbara Hayden cites Rep. Luxenburg Lukens efforts to raise it to $800 and later $1,000, praising congressional action and urging more advocates for constituents.
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Lent Observance Expands Across Faiths and Services
Lent, a Catholic period of public penance, is observed also by the Anglican Church and several Protestant groups in the U.S. Army. Canteen cups switch to stainless steel due to corrosion in various climates and regional locations.
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