Secretariat for President? A columnist’s unlikely fix
A columnist argues appointing the racehorse Secretariat to a White House role could restore public trust in the presidency. The piece praises Secretariat as a flawless, scandal-free figure who could advise Nixon, attend events, handle tough questions, and even be part of energy talks, while noting it as a provocative, symbolic idea rather than a real policy plan.
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Weather Across Puzzle Clues and Answers
A weather themed word puzzle lists clues for across and down entries with terms like precipitation frozen rain soggy preposition Latin intersection before and more. The puzzle interleaves weather terms with general vocabulary and hints to fill a crossword style grid including months and abbreviations.
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CBS ends instant analysis of presidential speeches
AP writer notes CBS halted its instant analysis policy after Nixon's June 6 address. Dan Rather gave a one sentence summary and viewers were told analyses would air later in the day. The change ends an era at CBS News though its impact remains uncertain. Bridget Loves Bernie closed after a run that began with Abie's Irish Rose.
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Birney eyes new theater venture amid breakup and tours
David Birney, Bridget’s television husband, tours in Guys and Dolls and plans London TV work while promoting a new actors’ theater here. He notes fewer local workspaces, aims to raise at least 250000 dollars to launch a first season, and hopes to fund the project independently if possible.
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Office humor notes from Hal Boyle columns
New York AP humor column compile quotes from Hal Boyle about secretary life in the office. Jokes touch on conferences, love for bosses, spelling tests, pant suits, client troubles, and late coffees. The jokes portray secretary stereotypes and office banter.
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Nonsilent Agnew and Nixon Loyalty Split in Watergate Era
Vice President Agnew edges toward loyalty to President Nixon amid Watergate turmoil. conservatives fear a disloyal gesture, while Coolidge’s silent reputation is shown to be a misreading of his actual public stance.
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Letters on abortion and a mother’s unnamed temple
A Mount Vernon reader argues abortion is murder and urges adoption as an alternative, sharing a personal two month pregnancy before marriage and pride in a six year old daughter. Another piece titled Two Temples compares a builder’s temple to a mother’s unseen care shaping a child’s soul, promising enduring impact beyond visible praise. Best-selling records roundup follows these letters.
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On This Date In History For 1215 1520 1752 1775 1836
A compact history card notes key events on this date including the signing of Magna Carta in 1215, Leo X's papal actions in 1520, Benjamin Franklin’s kite experiment in 1752, Washington assuming command in 1775, and Arkansas joining statehood in 1836. It also mentions the 1904 General Slocum disaster and 1940 WWII events. It adds a birthday reference to Billy Williams and a proverb thought.
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