Heisman Trophy TV push sparks criticism and chase for money
The Downtown Athletic Club and TV producer TWI push a glittery Heisman show with commercials and pop culture theatrics, drawing backlash over sacrificing tradition for profits. The piece also critiques athlete contract culture and notes hijacking tragedy as a stark counterpoint to sports business.
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Should She Marry Man With Epilepsy
Dear Abby answers readers questions about epilepsy marriage and children, explaining that with proper care most epileptics can marry and have healthy children. She suggests asking the doctor and contacting the Epilepsy Foundation for information.
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Crossword by THOMAS JOSEPH ACROSS AND DOWN
A puzzle page presents a themed crossword by Thomas Joseph with clues across and down including Contemptuous Oklahoma park bus station and various language and wordplay entries. The Cryptoquotes section offers coded quotes and a known aphorism from Hubert Humphrey.
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Television schedule highlights with notable guests and movies
TV listings for 8 to 12 pm feature Doug Henning in a magic holiday special with Sandy Duncan, Walton family drama, James at 15 with Lance Kerwin, What Really Happens to the Class of 65 with Eddie Cassellas, Barnaby Jones episode, Tonight with Rodney Dangerfield and Mel Gibson, The Fool Killer film, and Gregory Peck biography special.
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Eddie Cassellas
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Jane Cur
Gregory Peck
Peter Lawford
Peck
Monsanto Plans Television Blitz To Sell Chemicals
The Monsanto company outlines a public relations campaign to promote its chemicals as safe and beneficial despite cancer concerns. The plan includes TV and magazine ads, a documentary, pamphlet, employee speeches, and urging public letters to readers and officials. Environmentalists warn of a well funded counterpush to tighten chemical controls.
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Monsanto
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Monsanto Chemicals
Environmental Defense Fund
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