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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1972
Page
3
In Che Monroe News Sar early 1972 discussion, H Alex Rosenfelder criticizes a four day ten hour work week. Readers split with 51 percent opposing and 41 percent supporting the idea, while concerns include productivity, moonlighting, costs, and potential unions pushing for longer shifts.
Tensions rise between Sargent Shriver and Ted Kennedy over Shriver's possible 1976 presidential bid implications. Aides accuse Kennedy of lip service to the campaign while Shriver faces scrutiny for on air remarks. The piece notes Muskie Dewey and Chappaquiddick shadows complicating Kennedy's path.
Nixon seeks to preserve a large lead against McGovern with a bland fall campaign. Haldeman Colson worry a mild approach risks 1948-like defeat. O’Hara seated on platform and Nixon avoids busing issue while praising veterans.
Congress intensifies efforts to raise Vietnam veterans’ monthly education benefits from 175 to 250 dollars. Proponents argue higher payments align with World War II programs and reflect rising education costs and inflation since 1948.
Journalist Charlotte Saikowski toured western Siberia's vast oil fields, witnessing a boom town with bulldozers and muddy streets. She found hundreds of young Russians seeking money, and locals showed interest in American politics with Nixon favored. She notes the summit impression reaching everyday readers and reflects on American professional naming trends. The piece closes with a Hedley Mencken reference and a WSJ culture aside about librarians and stereotypes.
Washington reports the nation’s mood seen through two national conventions. Democrats face disorganization while McGovern and Shriver press a campaign across TV and local venues. Republicans project confidence for Nixon, with tax reform and domestic issues shaping voter focus as elections approach.
The article discusses liberal shifts on race, school integration, and busing, with states funding school improvements to reduce busing needs. It notes tax policy as a campaign focus, and how both parties aim to mobilize the youth vote, especially 18 to 25 year olds, ahead of the 1972 campaign season.
Representative Hh Heinz of Pennsylvania laments poor state disaster preparedness and cites Hurricane Agnes. He introduces a bill to require workable plans with federal standards enforced by the Office of Emergency Preparedness, linking eligibility for relief to adherence and regional risk focus.
Monroe News-Star records show publishers John D. Ewing Wilson Ewing and Robert Ewing Jr as chairman with Bronson and Ewing family leadership. The paper operates weekdays except Saturday and Sunday from Monroe Louisiana with listed officers directors and multiple regional advertising reps.
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