Save a Watt campaign helps curb energy demand in NYC area
Con Edison promotes energy conservation under the Save a Watt program launched with Mayor Lindsay in 1971. Brochures urge turning off unused lights, adjusting air conditioning, and scheduling major appliances for off-peak hours. The effort, while not precise in impact, aims to ease peak load and improve public image amid fears of shortages and outages.
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New York City
Don Edison
Westchester County
John B. Lindsay
Con Edison Board
Charles F. Luce
Con Edison
America
United States
Editorial urges aid for nonpublic schools in national interest
The piece argues private and parochial schools serve a large student base and public system, warning inflation could drive many to bankruptcy. It cites New York State's 33 million aid, anticipates court tests, and urges a broader view of separation of church and state to avert a national disaster and justify taxpayer support. It contrasts aiding U S. private schools with funding abroad or to unfriendly nations.
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New York State
Globe
Chile
Nixon and Brezhnev Bet on Nuclear Arms Race and Psychology
Ray Cromley analyzes how Nixon bets the U S can stay ahead in missiles submarines and bombers while upgrading espionage to detect Soviet breakthroughs in laser nuclear space and radar He recalls Kissinger on momentum and Brezhnev on international psychology aiming to project Soviet strength and win support among developing nations through perceived superiority.
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Washington
Nea
Nixon
United States
Russia
Henry Kissinger
Kissinger
Soviet Union
Brezhnev
Kremlin
Moscow
North Vietnam
South Vietnam
Hanoi
Thieu
South
Southeast Asia
Windham College Reveries From a Father’s Perspective
HAL BOYLE reflects on his two teenagers college year at Windham Vermont. Lady Dottie the family cat learns charm and confidence, while Tracy Ann struggles with dorm life, grades, and deciding between veterinary work or acting. The piece blends humor with parental caution about academics and independence.
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Hal Boyle
New York
Lady Dottie
Tracy Ann
Windham
Green Hills
Putney
Vermont
Tracy
Europe
Lumps in the Federal Gravy and the Tax Debate
The Tax Foundation notes that 21 states paid more in federal taxes than they received in grants while 29 states gained more than they paid. The piece argues about redistributing funds to allow Ohio counties to keep more locally, while considering potential job losses and broader friction costs.
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The
Tax Foundation
Ohio
Washington
Today in History June 7 1972 events recap
On this date major events across history are noted. From Midway’s 1942 Allied victory to Daniel Boone’s Kentucky exploration in 1769 and the Continental Congress debate on independence in 1776. Notable 1862 treaty, 1864 Lincoln nomination, 1940 Norwegian resistance, 1948 Eisenhower at Columbia, and 1960s Cold War references.
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Associated Press
Midway
Daniel Boone
Kentucky
Continental Congress
Philadelphia
Richard Henry Lee
United States
Britain
Abraham Lincoln
Baltimore
Norway
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Columbia University
New York
Nikita Khrushchev
Moscow
Italy
Soviet Union
Egypt
Suez Canal
U.N. Security Council
Middle East
Letters to the Editor Guidelines for Readers
A notice explains submission rules for letters to the editor: must include signature and address, author may request withholding, keep under 500 words, address general interest, and avoid poor taste.
Roy Biggs Named for Pecos County Attorney
Roy I. Biggs, Pecos native and Texas University law graduate, is announced as a candidate for Pecos County attorney. The notice notes his merit and the campaign’s support as a aid to the winter fuel bill. Also, Pecos moves to establish a permanent city court with a city attorney and a municipal court to enforce ordinances and tax suits against delinquent taxpayers.
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Roy I. Biggs
Roy
Pecos
Texas University Law School
J. E. Starley
Stormy forecast for Texas Democratic Convention in San Antonio
Austin report outlines a heated party clash as Agriculture Commissioner Waite rivals Orr for convention chair amid backing from National Committeewoman Patman. McGovern Wallace Humphrey factions claim significant delegate support while Orr defends control. Separate items note auto insurance rates, draft plans for July inductions, court rulings on cattle feedlot nuisances, and state funds for college buildings.
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Austin
Tex
San Antonio
John C. Waite
Roy Or
de Soto
Carrin Patman
Ganado
Patman
Orr
Texas
George McGovern
Witte
McGovern
George Walace
Hubert Humphey
McG0vern
Wallace
Humphrey
Galveston
State Board of Insurance
Larry Tiver
Teaver
Senate
Selective Service Headquarters
Melvin Glantz
Selective Service
State Supreme Court
Court of Criminal Appeals
Wichita County
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Ray Cromley
By Ray Cromley
Boyle
Gwendolyn
Pecos Enterprise
Mike Oestreicher
Linda Oestreicher
South Cedar Street
Ress Association
TEXA
Sylvia Sandoval
Robert S. Calvert
Calvert
University of Texas At Arlington
Texas Southern
University of Houston
Texas Woman’s University
Texas A.&l
Texas Tech
Lamar
Midwestern
Pan American
East Texas State
North Texas State
Stephen F. Austin
West Texas State
Angelo State
Sam Houston State
Southwest Texas State
Sul Ross
Crawford C. Martin
Mustang Island
Parks and Wildlife Commission
Martin
Parks and Wildlife Department
Grand Prairie
Eisenhower State Park
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