Tet offensive fears rise as arms caches found near Saigon
Thirty miles north of Saigon near the Cambodian border South Vietnamese Marines uncovered an arms cache with rocket warheads and large quantities of ammunition. The find, near a North Vietnamese base, could supply a mass offensive during Tet and influence peace talks in Paris. It also reflects broader fears of a renewed conflict as both sides prepare for contingencies.
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Legalized Usury Under Debate as Truth-in-Lending Fends Off Rates
Banks push high interest bills in 43 states aiming to subvert the truth in lending act by allowing state ceilings up to 36 percent for small loans and 24 percent for revolving accounts while Rep. Patman calls the move legalized usury and urges federal supremacy or ceilings to protect consumers especially the poor.
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The PX System and Its Defense Department Scrutiny
The PX system, a $3.7 billion network supplying goods to military personnel, faces investigations over income tax evasion by two military representatives. The House Armed Services Committee plans a broad inquiry to consider civilian oversight and ongoing committee supervision to ensure accountability.
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Washington by David Lawrence Communists And Law And Order
Washington analysis suggests 1972 may see stronger third party influence and closer contests than 1968. The piece predicts voters may reject incumbents in congressional elections as discontent grows with current leadership.
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Pueblo Security Duty and Top Secret Codes Risks
A Washington NEA analysis reviews the Pueblo incident stressing that Top Secret material aboard ship was compromised. It warns that enemy access to U.S. cryptographic methods could endanger lives in South Vietnam and future battles, and underscores the field officer’s grave responsibility to safeguard sensitive information.
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Law and Order in America Faces Communist Pressure
Analyzed view argues Johnson and Nixon administrations fail to curb unrest tied to communist influence. The piece cites university revolts as part of a global strategy and urges federal action under equal protection and seizure powers to curb disruptions. It notes Congress members increasingly speak out against radical agitators.
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Fifty Years Ago Teas and Prohibition Celebration
A 1899 notice reports a gathering at the Reformed Church in Woodsboro to celebrate the prohibition ratification. Carrie Greun of the Loyal Temperance Legion leads the program with Woodsboro WCTU involvement and a featured speaker.
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Twenty Years Ago Hing Broun The News-Trust Tiles PUBREARY
Governor Lang faced potential approval issues as two year term extensions stirred controversy. The State Senate did not confirm several nominations prompting reappointment deals among interested parties. Parking meters on West Patrick Street continued to yield about 50 a week as meters in the first block were removed. A melee at a club escalated toward a riot with chairs broken and minor injuries. Airport lease talks narrowed to two proposals to manage the municipal facility.
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Reorganization talk hits Maryland state commissions
A look at state reorganizations reveals the Blue Sky Advisory Committee and Environmental Trust roles, the Governor’s Executive reorganization plan, and the many unsalaried and salaried watchdog agencies. The piece notes the Curlett Commission, military staff, river basin boards, and other bodies under study, with emphasis on responsibilities and potential staffing changes.
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