Congress Flubs Again On Bomb Cambodia Policy
Washington columnist argues Congress overstepped by cutting off funds to bomb Cambodia. He contends presidential bombing power preserves national security and deters foreign threats, warning the move could deter future leaders and undermine the presidency amid Watergate fallout and domestic turmoil.
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Puzzle of 52 Clues Hints at Mixed Word Pairs
A list of numbered clues presents broad word pairs and phrases such as Wind cheese instruments and Indian weights. The set includes terms like Traded, Docile, Compass point, Border, Jaeger gull, Earth (Fr.), and Adolescent, suggesting a word-match or crossword style puzzle.
Abortion debate and welfare sterilization letters
A reader argues abortion is murder at any stage and favors birth control and sterilization after the second child for welfare families. The letter criticizes tax spending, contrasts GOP era critiques, urges senior citizens to question deficit spending, and signs off as C. C. Moseley.
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CBS hires two educators as consultants on children’s TV
CBS Television Network hires Dr Gordon Berry and Dr Roger Fransecky as consultants on children’s programming. They will advise on concepts to commercial content while ACT questions the move and FCC bans on ads in kid shows. Berry heads Fat Albert advisory panel. Fransecky notes total package approach.
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Memory and the past in a Bob Thores reminiscence
AL BOYLE in New York presents a reflective piece recalling midcentury life. He contrasts memory’s healing value with old economic and social norms, noting cheaper goods, limited tech, and different social expectations. The essay evokes nostalgia for simpler times and questions progress.
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Killer instinct and political violence in Nixon era politics
Bruce Biossat notes how the phrase killer instinct framed U.S. politics from Kennedy to Nixon. He argues rough, ruthless tactics rose in 1968 onward, with a shift toward over-the-line operatives after Nixon gained the White House, blurring lines between harsh contenders and outright killers.
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Watergate coverage sparks prime time protest across stations
Viewer reaction to Senate Watergate hearings shows many oppose preemption of soap operas and afternoon programs. While criticism is common, readers rarely acknowledge the public service aspect of televised hearings. Stations nationwide report widespread calls and letters protesting interruptions.
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On This Date June 7 1973 History Highlights
On this date in history notable events include the Battle of Midway ending in 1942 with a major American victory over Japan. Louis XIV crowned in 1654 at Rheims. Daniel Boone begins Kentucky exploration in 1769. Norway ends German occupation in 1940 after 62 days. Sirhan Sirhan indicted in RFK murder five years ago. US bombers strike North Vietnam near China border a year ago. Birthdays: Tom Jones 33 Gwendolyn Brooks 56 Jaime Laredo 32. Thought for today quotes Alexandre Dumas.
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