Pyramids of Sacrifice and False Consciousness
Sociologist Peter Berger uses the Aztec Cholula pyramid to illustrate how modern politics impose desired outcomes on people who may not want them. The essay argues that false consciousness is not limited to Marxists and critiques liberal and feminist presuppositions guiding social policy and education.
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Peter Berger
Portugal
Communist Party
Theople
Berger
America
Goldman Wedding in Middletown at Simon Goldman Home
The Goldman residence on S Main Street hosted the wedding of Miss Bertha Goldman to Benjamin Lindeman. The ceremony featured floral canopies, a bridal party procession, and a Jewish rite conducted by Rabbi David Lefkowitz. The couple will reside in St Louis after the ceremony.
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Simon Goldman
S. Main Street
Bertha Goldman
Benjamin Lindeman
St. Louis
Joseph Goldman
Goldman
Pierson
Georgetown
Ohio
Bates
Dayton
Cincinnati
Hamilton
Richmond
Indianapolis
Marcus Goldman
Majel Goldman
Claudia Lindeman
David Lefkowitz
Trenton
Ball’s Ferry
Miami River
Middletown
U.S
Goldman family history and reflections on American opportunity
The piece recounts Simon Goldman’s journey from Bavaria to Middletown and his rise from peddler to store owner, noting Cedar Lawn farm and plans for a park. It also comments on cultural attitudes and quotes Peter Berger and Robert Coles on social theory and authentic aspirations.
Tax waste push aims for 10 000 signatures against OSHA
A reader urges cutting bureaucracy to lower taxes and prices citing OSHA budget as waste. They note 900 signatures collected for a petition to Congressman Thomas Kindness with plans to seek 10 000 signatures by Sept. 20 and launch a broader campaign.
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OSHA
Congressman Thomas Kindness
Why not scrap coupons and lower prices for all
Letter from Mrs Catherine Agnor of 2121 Lamberton St complains about supermarket coupons. She argues coupons cause wasted shopping, missed deals, rainchecks, and higher stress on fixed incomes and urges ending coupons in favor of universal price reductions.
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Catherine Agnor
Lamberton St
Gratis resident weighs sewer plan in village debate
Elva L. DeBord of Gratis argues a sewer project should cover only three central squares while most residents on fixed incomes and local farms do not need sewers. She warns of a $1000 hookup cost and urges wells and new business first.
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Gratis
Elva L. DeBord
Ohio
Clemency program for Vietnam era deserters questioned by public
Analysis shows two thirds of 4503 deserters who used the clemency offer dropped out or avoided duty after discharge. Critics say many did not feel obligated to any duty, challenging the program's purpose and leaving deserters free from prosecution.
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U.S
Th. E Defense Department
Selective Service System
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