Nixon's Timing in Vietnam Peace Bid Faces Skepticism
Analysts question Nixon's Vietnam peace plan as a revived push or a failed old initiative. They say disclosure signals private talks are dead and may be timed to influence both domestic voters and international positions, with October 1972 seen as a likely big move.
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Antipreneurs gain ground in modern business critique
The term muckraker returns as critics of businessmen are labeled antipreneurs. C Howard Hardesty Jr of Continental Oil argues antipreneurs are a negative force who rarely offer constructive solutions. A 1966 and 1971 Social Research Inc survey shows rising belief big business endangers the American way of life, framing the debate around accountability and Roosevelt’s muckraker legacy.
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Nixon budget targets industries to boost election prospects
A NewspapER Enterprise Association analysis argues the 1972 budget is tailored to spur hiring and expansion in West Coast and Southern regions, focusing on space and military sectors to curb unemployment before the November election. It notes $9.4 billion for manpower training and related programs in 1972 and 1973, with funds front-loaded ahead of the vote.
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Nixon policy prompts Zen training for Japanese business leaders
Japanese industry leaders reportedly embrace Zen Buddhism to cushion Nixon's economic policy. Large firms like Matsushita Electric Co. send employees to temples for long weekends of meditation and cleansing. The two main schools, Soto and Rinzai, offer gradual inner enlightenment and bursts of insight through intense practice. A participant notes the intense Rinzai session can involve physical cues to drive discipline. The piece likens Nixon to a Rinzai practitioner from the past.
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National Geographic Society
Matsushita Electric Co
Today in History February 10 highlights through the years
On February 10 events span 1763 Treaty of Paris ends French and Indian War as Canada passes to England. 1828 Simon Bolivar rules Colombia. 1840 Victoria marries Albert. 1846 Mormon exodus from Nauvoo. 1939 Pope Pius XI dies. 1942 US car production halted. 1962 Powers traded for Abel. 1972 25th Amendment added. Nevada ratifies. 1971 Lon Nol stroke report.
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Worth Repeating Faith Quote from Sir William Osler
A note reflects on the value of faith with a timeless quote attributed to Sir William Osler, proclaiming nothing in life is more wonderful than faith.
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Coffin shaped ashtrays shock smokers in clinic trial
Dr. Robert Browning, Wolverhampton deputy medical officer of health, handed out coffin shaped wooden ashtrays at a weekly antismoking clinic. He said the inexpensive items will shock smokers and serve as a good investment despite his own decade without cigarettes.
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Boyle Reflects at Sixty One On Life and Aging
HAL BOYLE writes from New York at 61 noting reluctance to try changing the world, preferring a calm approach. He recalls childhood milestones and a fatherly talk on sex, then ribbing aging as a mix of memory, humor, and cautious energy while watching life from the passenger seat.
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Ford Foundation launches $10 million fund for performing arts
The Ford Foundation starts a $10 million program to aid 37 dramatic dance and opera groups. Grants aim to ease burdens from deficits carried from the previous season, freeing groups from continuous fundraising pressure.
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Pecos Commissioners Court Acts and Local News Summary
The Pecos County commissioners approved the clerk’s financial report and released bondsman obligations for W. E. Hamilton after work completion. Sheriff and district clerk reports were approved. A Valentine Methodist Church social drew attendees with music spelling and scripture contests. Grogan No. 1 drilling injures John Grogan with fractured ribs. he remains at home. J W Forrester was convicted of murder in Roby, receiving a twenty five year sentence after a six hour jury deliberation.
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Pecos Chamber Plans Road Link to Oil Field and Carlsbad Highway
Local officials discuss routing a new road through Mentone to connect the Kyle oil field discovery with the Carlsbad highway. They may seek state road designation and Highway Department aid.
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