Education Secretary backs draft age checks across agencies
Ben Nett joins the Selective Service in cross checking student and draft records to ensure all 18 year olds are registered. The policy ties student loan eligibility and federal employment to draft registration, highlighting inequities as only male college students face the test while others remain exempt.
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Myth Of Popularity Belies Reagan’s Congress Support
The myth of Reagan’s overwhelming popularity persists as repeated praise hides actual Congressional backing. In 1985 Congress supported his positions 59.9 percent of the time, the lowest since 1976, contradicting the notion that opponents fear public anger. Reagan’s approval slipped from 82.4 in 1981 to under 60 in 1985.
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Gold skin changes from injections and nitro headaches in seniors
Letters discuss gold injection skin splotches from rheumatoid arthritis treatment and sunlight exposure cautions. A separate note covers nitroglycerin headaches in an angina patient and the possibility of adjusting dosage or adding mild analgesics, plus a view on TENS as an alternative when pain relief is limited.
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Purity Code and Gambling in Kansas Explored
John Marshall writes on Kansas gambling culture and purity laws. He notes bridge style wagering, bingo in churches, cock fights, and state views on legality. The piece argues Kansans remain law abiding yet contemplate limited state sponsorship of gambling under strict controls.
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CBN Debuts News Tonight With Unconventional Promos
AP reports on CBN News Tonight, a 30 minute live national newscast led by Bob Hughes. The program offers an ideological tilt favoring Robertson's 700 Club audience and asserts fairness without liberal bias, contrasting with CBS Evening News and NBC/CBS coverage.
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Congress Returns as Lawmakers Plan District Work Period
Congress resumes session and many members consider taking a district work period rather than a full recess. The upcoming Gramm Rudman deficit reduction legislation looms as a major issue alongside routine travel and scheduling matters on Capitol Hill.
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Congress Extends July Recess to Match Senate
Rep. James Wright says House will extend its July vacation through July 13 to align with the Senate and give lawmakers with families extra time. Rep. Trent Lott notes the Senate set that period, while Foley prepares updated vacation cards amid Gramm Rudman effects. Wright emphasizes children and family needs drive the change.
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Television listings and schedule highlights for Ottawa Kansas
Daily TV guide featuring a mix of network and cable programming. Highlights include State of the Union coverage, movies like Walk Proud and 2010 The Year We Make Contact, comedies Sanford and Son and Mary Tyler Moore, plus news programs Nightly Business Report and Nightline. Also lists subscription details for local newspaper readers.
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