Appalled and worried GOP split over Reagan appeal
Michigan Republicans at a Traverse City $130 dinner reacted to Reagan's primary wins with alarm. State GOP chair William F. McLaughlin warned Reagan’s outreach to Wallace backers could threaten the party, while others said cross over voting by independents and Democrats foretells a fragile GOP future.
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PBC Bicentennial Critique Sparks Public Debate
A bitter critique claims the PBC uses Bicentennial materials to smear capitalist ideals and push a leftist agenda. It cites funding from Kent Foundation for Humanities and accuses the commission of mounting a broad campaign through PSAs and widespread distribution to schools libraries and civic groups.
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French Ships Sighted in South Atlantic Likely Bound for Colonies
On May 18 1776 observers reported several French ships seen in the South Atlantic. They were presumed to be heading for the American colonies carrying provisions for the Continental Army.
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Ford calls for jail terms for morphine and opium traffickers
President Ford requests new penalties for hard drug traffickers with at least three year prison terms, longer for younger buyers, bail denial for repeat offenders, and expanded search powers. Administration argues current penalties are too lenient while lawmakers acknowledge the human toll of drug abuse. Luke 14:13:44 RSV is cited.
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Letters to the Editor reflect community concerns and praise
Readers respond on school board communication teacher unions and dismissal policies. Michael Stratton defends teacher associations while citing board authority. Firefighters praised as Johnny-on-the-spot. Downtown mall improvements urged for accessibility and social gathering. Safety patrol captain thanks staff and students for a safe year.
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Model Court
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Margie Yocum
Heinkel
George Payne
Homer Davis
Amanda Elementary School
Letters to the Editor Guidelines
A note explains that letters require writer name and address for publication and must be limited to one submission every 30 days. Include a phone number for authentication if needed. Editors may edit or shorten letters and poetry is not allowed.
Assad Lebanese intervention viewed as step toward union with Syria
Analysis argues Assad uses Lebanon crisis to press greater Syria aims. Syrian actions seek law and order to justify control, while delaying troop pullout. American praise cited, yet intent seen as edging toward border pressure on Israel and wider regional influence. Rabin era concerns noted.
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Middletown News Journal Rates and Odd Commentary
The piece lists Middletown Ohio subscription prices for daily and Sunday issues and notes motor route and mail rates. It includes stray political commentary referencing Syria, Lebanon, Assad, Kissinger, Castro, Mobutu, and Zambia, suggesting a divergent editorial aside amid the notice.
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