Leaders split over Vietnam policy as Nixon widens war
Eight U S representatives condemn the Vietnam war escalation in a New York Times letter while the Paris peace talks stall and Nixon orders a major air offensive. The piece notes Vietnamization shifts burden to South Vietnam, North Vietnam forces surge, and questions linger about U S withdrawal timing and strategic aims.
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New York Times
U.S. House of Representatives
Vietnam
United States
Paris
South
North Vietnam
South Vietnam
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
William P. Rogers
North
Editorials China is no wastebasket
The piece reflects on Nixon's China visit and how guests left behind items like a gin bottle and worn shoes. It jokes that visitors could solve waste disposal by taking back all they brought, plus extra bags, as a tongue in cheek clue.
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Nixon
China
Bill Achatz
Viet optimism grows as South Vietnamese resist invasion
Ray Cromley reports a shift in mood among South Vietnamese allies. A longtime friend in Ho Chi Minh’s forces now doubts a total Communist victory, urging stronger civilian democracy and continued U.S. aid, while Tet era courage spreads to a broader public as the North Vietnamese invasion proceeds.
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Ho Chi Minh
Hanoi
United States
Saigon
South Vietnam
AMA Editorial Probes Morals in Medicine and Euthanasia
An AMA Journal editorial frames ethical, social, and legal dilemmas raised by advances in medicine and genetics. It notes the Judicial Council will lead six topics abortion reproduction technology behavior control genetic engineering human experimentation and euthanasia.
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Journal of the American Medical Ass
Judicial Council
AMA
Nudist Camps Promote Open Tickets In The Season
The American Sunbathing Association urges public visibility for nudist camps. Members state visitors may wear clothes if desired, stressing openness and stripping secrecy. President Bob Johnson notes nudism now invites indifferent attitudes, even among older members.
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American Sunbathing Association
Today in History April 25 1972 US Soviet troops link at Elbe
On this date 1945 Allied forces linked up at a demolished bridge over the Elbe in Germany signaling joint advance. Other notes include 1859 Suez Canal beginnings and 1959 Saint Lawrence Seaway opening. The entry also mentions the NYSE presidency and space milestones.
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Associated Press
San Francisco
United Nations
Suez Canal
United States
Spain
New York
U. S
Elbe River
Torgau
Germany
St. Lawrence Seaway
Robert W. Haack
New York Stock Exchange
Earth
Parade Honoring John Glenn Jr in New York City
The greatest ticker tape celebration on record unfolded in New York City on March 1 1962 for astronaut John Glenn Jr after his tri orbital flight return.
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New York City
John Glenn Jr
Letters to the Editor Guidelines
A local newspaper notes submission rules for letters including signature and address withholding on request, a maximum of 900 words, general interest content, and a ban on poor taste.
Barbecue Time and Backyard Roles in Summer Traditions
In this lighthearted column, F. Richard Ciccone notes the male urge to barbecue as summer ritual. He observes male bravado, TV watching, and the balancing act of outdoor cooking with family dynamics and evolving grill technology.
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F. Richard Ciccone
Associated Press
Chicago (Ap
China journalism shifts to reader friendly trend
The article discusses China's magazines adopting a more readable, informative, and consumer focused approach. It notes China Reconstructs on its cover showing a stylish female Party member and contrasts prior Maoist titles with reports on women, industry, and daily life.
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Hong Kong
China
Peking
Nixon
Communist Party
Mao
Shanghai
China Watchers
Merry Wives Club Celebrates Twentieth Anniversary
The Merry Wives Club marked its 20th anniversary Friday at 7 pm at Mr. and Mrs. L W Anderson home. Families joined in, with dinner and games of forty two, in a noted annual event hosted by Mrs. Anderson. Miss Josephine Seay and William Bush wed Sunday in Carlsbad with Rev W T Dando officiating.
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Merry Wives Club
L.W. Anderson
Josephine Seay
Toyah
William Bush
Kermit
Carlsbad
W.T. Dando
Ruby Seay
Toyah High School
John Bush
Pecos
Pecos High School
Skelly Oil Company
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