Nixon in inaugural speech signals de escalation and domestic power shift
The article argues Nixon seeks to curb foreign entanglements and reduce federal dominance at home. It lauds steps toward peace in Vietnam and détente with the Soviet Union and China, while urging restraint in government power and a shift of responsibility to local levels. The piece notes improved public confidence and a bright 1970s outlook despite ongoing issues.
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Editorial Peace Is Different This Time
The piece reflects on Vietnam peace as not generating widespread public celebration like VE Day or Armistice Day. It notes Korea's unresolved end, contrasts troop withdrawal with cease-fire terms, and questions whether the sacrifices of 45,000 American lives and $200 billion were worth it, predicting ongoing conflict and memory.
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Press conferences then and now differ for Nixon aide Klein
Herbert Klein says Nixon avoids press briefings during delicate Vietnam talks due to risk and formality. He recalls Roosevelt era sessions with 60 to 75 reporters, two daily briefings, and blunt questions as contrasts to today’s sprawling, staged events with limited cross-continental inquiry.
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Today in History January 29 1973 Highlights
On January 29 1973 the year marks several events including Britain granting de facto recognition to Israel in 1949 and Edward III's coronation in 1327. Other notes list births and notable deaths such as William McKinley in 1843 and poet Robert Frost dying in Boston in 1963. The column ends with birthdays of Fritz Weaver Victor Mature and John Forsythe and a Kipling quote.
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Letters to the Editor Guidelines for Publication
The page outlines submission rules for letters to the editor including required signature and address, optional withholding on request, a maximum length of 500 words, general interest content, and a ban on poor taste material. It serves as a practical guide for readers wishing to contribute.
Boyle's column: aging attitudes and youthful spirit
Hal Boyle notes that age fear comes from attitude rather than years. He cites examples like teenagers still using first names, clever bus seating, chest size, piano-lesson geometry, and enduring romantic quirks, concluding that the young-at-heart remain in control and still ride life’s saddle.
Sulli van Trophy Award Reason and Saul's Origins
The Sulli van Trophy is given annually to the amateur athlete who best advances sportsmanship. Saint Paul was originally named Saul before his Christian conversion. Saul was Hebrew and Paul Latin in origin.
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Origin of stump speech term traced to frontier campaig
The World Almanac explains the phrase stump speech stems from candidates delivering talks at outdoor gatherings with a tree stump as a makeshift platform. It notes how the practice shaped campaign oratory through successive eras.
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Johnson the Senate Master Who Shaped Power
Lyndon Johnson built a powerful Senate leadership that helped him steer votes and bargains, blend liberal and conservative factions, and govern through a tough nine year period. He credited his intelligence network, strategic committee control, and measured clashes with McCarthy to push civil rights and align with Democrats while balancing Eisenhower. Johnson’s rise and his surprise choice as Kennedy’s running mate reshaped national politics and the presidency.
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