Jailbird review lauds Vonnegut’s moral satire
New York critics hail Jailbird by Kurt Vonnegut as a strong, humane satire. Walter F Starbuck’s prison release and Watergate era reflections unfold with humor and sharp social critique. The novel blends Harvard, RAMJAC, and a cast of vivid characters to examine greed, loyalty, and the Sermon on the Mount in America.
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Pious puzzlement over nuns habits from pope visit
Ridgefield AP note surveys nun attire during John Paul II tours in Mexico Ireland Poland and United States. It recalls anti clerical laws in Mexico prompting some sisters to wear habits openly while others appear in civilian dress for papal events. The piece comments on clergy attire and press portrayals during the visit.
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Rising vehicle thefts and fuel crisis fuel crime surge
Commentator notes a 15 percent rise in motor vehicle thefts versus 1978 amid energy shortages. Small cars, fuel efficiency, and insurance pressures drive theft spikes, with some owners even paying to have gas guzzlers stolen. Strikes and postal delays add to public costs and inflation narratives.
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Maryland looks to regional veterinary school with 30 spots
State officials vote to buy 30 Maryland student spaces at the Virginia Maryland School of Veterinary Medicine to open next fall, replacing current spots funded through Alabama and Georgia programs. A planned Maryland clinic for the final year remains under study. regional status could cost up to 15 million dollars, with federal aid potential.
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