What's Private in Oregon Elks Ruling Stirs Tax Debate
Editorial notes a 1972 Oregon case where a Black teacher was denied Elks membership. A federal panel ruled denying tax exemptions to the club violates the 14th Amendment, arguing state tax policy endorses discrimination. The piece warns of nationwide consequences and questions federal reach.
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Oregon
Portland Elks Lodge
American Civil Liberties Union
Revenue Department
Elks Lodge
Kansas court blocks bingo expansion plans
The 1971 Kansas effort to legalize bingo was struck down by the courts, prompting moves to put bingo to a public vote. Gov. Docking proposes a constitutional amendment restricting bingo to charitable, benevolent, and religious groups, while Atty. Gen. Miller backs both bingo voting and a lottery ban repeal. The debate raises questions of discrimination and legislative priorities.
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Kansas
Robert Docking
Fidel Castro seeks deal over hijackers in 1972 era
The piece argues 54 hijackings occurred in 1972 with many ending in Havana where captors face prison or work camps. It contends Castro seeks a bilateral pact including refugees and foreign incursions, urging the U.S. to avoid any such agreement and simply return hijackers landing in Havana.
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Havana
Fidel
Cuba
Castro
U. S
Tubal Ligation Inquiry After Third Baby
A 27 year old asks Dr Thosteson about tubal ligation at the birth of her third child. She wonders if she should expect unusual pain or a longer hospital stay than after a normal delivery.
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Dr. Thosteson
Periods off limits for tubal ligation and cramps fears
Answers state tubal ligation carries no waiting period to confirm success and zero pregnancy risk, unlike vasectomy. coil protects less than perfect, and hospital stay should be ordinary with mild or no unusual pain. The column also covers raw meat risks, sinus issues, and fibroid tumors sometimes shrinking near menopause.
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Thosteson
Prayer Reflection on Commitments and Growth
A devotional prayer asks for guidance to shed personal cocoons that hinder God’s kingdom. It asks for courage and determination to align actions with divine will, trusting that the Lord established aims through a faithful commitment of work.
TV Schedule Deep Dive Into Daytime and Evening Lineup
A dense listing of TV programs from cartoons to news shows across days and times. It outlines morning to late night airings featuring animated series, soaps, game shows, sports, and public affairs across multiple networks and blocks.
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News
Jetsons
Sabrina
Jackson Five
Mister Rogers
Osmonds
Pink Panther
Amazing Chan
the Chan Clan
Uncle Ed
Houndcats
Roman Holidays
Ultraman
Electric Company
Brady Kids
Barkleys
Whizzo
Johnny Sokko
Josie
Flintstones
Bewitched
Banana Splits
Run
Television Schedule Grid Full of Classic Shows and Movies
A dense TV guide lists daytime and prime time airings across networks and channels. It includes wrestling, Perry Mason, Paradise Canyon, Lassie, News, and many classic programs such as Bonanza, Perry Mason, Road To Utopia, and Star Trek amid a long roster of movies, sports, and public affairs.
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Doctors
Bay City
General Hospital
Katy
Peyton Place
Eddie
Perry Mason
Somerset
Mike Douglas
Treehouse Lane
Osmonds
Petticoat Junction
Ponderosa
Daniel Boone
Mister Rogers
Merv Griffin
Star Trek
Electric Company
Jeff's Collie
Kansas
Hazel
Hogan’s Heroes
Carrascalendas
Lilias
TV Weatherman
World News
Hollywood Squares
Beverly Hillbillies
Big Valley
Paradise Canyon
Virginian
Wide World of Sports
TBA
Survival
Happy Jack
Black Beauty
Nashville Music
Night Gallery
Porter Wagoner
News
Buck Owens
Hee Haw
Mod Squad
Lawrence Welk
Washburn Insights
Zoom
Alias Smith and Jones
Emergency
Electric Company Atchoe
Bridget
Bernie
Playhouse New York
Young Guns of Texas
Mary Tyler Moore
San Francisco
Bob Newhart
Mabel Mercer
Bobby Short
Sixth Sense
One Ae Beyond
TV News
Boeing Boeing
To Kong
Wilburn Brothers
A Legend Speaks At Kilauea Lava Rock Return
Hawaii officials report a visitor sent a small lava fragment to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with a note claiming Pele will punish those who disturb her home. The message, attached to the rock, references a car wreck and injuries, but the signature and postmark are unreadable.
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Hilo
Hawaii
Pele
Kilauea
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
U.S
VA Hospitals Ready If POW Returns From Vietnam War
Topeka and Wichita VA Hospitals alerted after Nixon peace talks announced. Dr. Mark Ardis says care plan depends on needed services, location, and number returned. Officials anticipate psychological adjustment issues for families and returnees, with social workers ready to assist with benefits and counseling.
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Leroy Towns
Kansas
Harris Enterprises
Topeka
Veterans Administration
Wichita
U.S
Mark Ardis
Nixon
Ardis
Kansas Adjutant General’s Dept
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Mayberry R.F.C
High Chaparral
Brady Bunch
Sanford and Son
Sonny and Cher
Washington In Review
Just Generation
Little People
Partridge Family
Explorers
Room 222
Masterpiece Theatre
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Washington Week
Curtis Mayfield
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Jesus
Lidsville
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Vernon Brothers
Treehouse Club
Herald of Truth
Rex Humbard
Public Eye
Day of Discovery
Cathedral of Tomorrow
Curiosity Shop
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Face the Nation
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Meet the Press
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One Step Beyond
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St. Joseph Schools
Physicians Mutual
Prince and the Pauper
Sportsman’s Friend
Land of the Giants
Lassie
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FBI
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Columbo
Sandy Duncan
Rollin
Dick van Dyke
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Mannix
Firing Line
Protectors
Otis Taylor
H. R. Pufnstuff
Flying Nun
Another World
Eddie’s Father
PhAderoid
Merv’ Griffin
SIGS
Rocky Underdog
Mayberry R.F.D
Wild Kingdom
U. S. Government
Music of America
UFO
Net Opera Theater
Special
Gunsmoke
Sgt. O'Farrell
St. Louis
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