Kissinger on Vietnam loss and congressional impact
An analysis argues Henry Kissinger blamed Watergate for crippled U.S. foreign policy in Vietnam. It cites 1974 elections, McGovernites, detente limits, and Congress restricting aid and arms as leading to South Vietnam’s retreat and a weaker response to Paris peace violations.
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Community Drives to Fight Arthritis in Butler County
Butler County residents join forces starting Thursday through Sunday to aid the Arthritis Foundation. The local branch offers counseling, home visits, literature, physician referrals, and supports a Cincinnati treatment center and a research facility.
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Decisiveness in Mayaguez rescue earns applause
A historic editorial commends President Ford for decisive action to save the Mayaguez crew, noting time urgency despite the War Powers Act and urging balance between congressional and presidential powers. It cites criticism from Mansfield Kennedy and Tunney while praising executive courage and restraint.
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Rockefeller panel eyes CIA role in Kennedy death
The Rockefeller commission plans to send findings to President Ford by June 6 on CIA activities including possible involvement in assassinations. It may mention Kennedy's 1963 Dallas death, with staffer David Belin linking to the Warren commission and reaffirming Oswald as lone killer. Rep. Gonzalez seeks a seven member House panel to reinvestigate Kennedy evidence.
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Buckley critiques Clifford and Congress in prayer column
William F Buckley Jr laments Clifford's call to pray for Congress and analyzes reactions to Vietnam policy. He critiques support for Thieu and cites Shana Alexander Anthony Lewis and James Thomson, arguing for restraint in idealizing foreign regimes while challenging U.S. wartime actions. He notes Frank Church and debates on Warren Commission findings.
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Peace over weapons calls for action rather than talk
A letter argues for halving defense research spending to fund peace projects such as rebuilding Israel's economy and creating a Palestinian homeland. It urges voters to honor Memorial Day by backing peaceful solutions and criticizes the defense lobby and war-mongering politicians.
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The Journal published daily by News Journal Inc lists subscription costs for home delivery by carrier and motor route, and mail options in the U S and abroad. Rates include 72 cents Monday through Saturday, 23 cents Sunday, or 95 cents weekly, with annual mail at 38 dollars domestically and 46 outside the U S.
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