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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1971
Page
11
An editorial argues democracy’s flaw is not the system but that majorities mislead at times. It asserts a republic with elected presidents leads, yet challenges reliance on polls. The piece cites restraint in foreign affairs, press freedom, and the president’s duty to act for national good.
The West Virginia Hillbilly reveals a 1863 Confederate raid that burned Burning Springs in present day West Virginia. The site held vast oil fields and 300000 barrels daily, with $1.5 million value, yet the event received scant press coverage and is described as a century long cover up.
New York AP profile of Julie Wilson who after a lull takes control of her career by becoming her own agent and manager. She handles bookings from Omaha Nebraska to national supper clubs while balancing motherhood with Holt and Michael, her two young sons.
The article explains powder metallurgy, a revival of a historic metalworking method. Fine powder, often nickel-enhanced for strength and wear resistance, is compacted and heat treated to form durable car parts and washing machine components.
The piece argues Texas Democrats could defeat Sen. John Tower in 1972 if a suitable candidate emerges. It cites new voter registration boosts, predictions of a large turnout, and names potential candidates such as Lt. Gov. Ben Barnes, Dolph Briscoe, John Hill, Barefoot Sanders, and others, with Johnson and Connally allies shaping the field.
The article outlines Nixon’s belief that a negotiation technique used in SALT can guide Mideast talks. It credits Secretary of State William Rogers with iterative diplomacy to elicit each party’s desires, sustaining dialogue and aligning talks with U S objectives, moving to swift action as needed.
A collage of humorous asides on marriage from nagging to extravagance and men’s behavior. Notes tease about wardrobe trends, a tongue in cheek drink called the Cellmate, and a 1971 syndicated column closing with a letter address in Fort Worth Texas.
Bruce Biassot critiques urban life as chaotic and lawless citing widespread theft, shoplifting, traffic violations, and street disorder. He cites Dietsch observations on thievery, inflation from losses, and the toxic mix of politicians unions and corporations amid polluted cityscapes. He warns this drift risks turning cities into mere jostling crowds.
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