Vagabond Vallee eyed for street name change in Miami
An unsigned editorial recalls Hubert Prior Vallee later known as Rudy Vagabond Dreamer, living in Los Angeles. It notes his offer to rename Pyramid Place Rue de Vallee, citing Miami and a city precedent. The piece lampoons both the idea and a traffic commissioner’s wine habit while hinting at broader notoriety.
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Democrats promise streamlining at convention amid rhetoric
A political column argues Democrats tout a year early promise to streamline convention rules. The plan would curb long demonstrations and speeches, alter roll call order to start with the state that won a drawing, and appear mostly cosmetic beyond Alabama’s George Wallace influence. The piece mocks the idea and laments the dullness of formal politics.
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Rich farmers skirt subsidy cap with clever workarounds
The Washington Post reports that a bumper farm year limited federal subsidies to 55000 per farm, yet top earners like Senator James O. Hastland of Mississippi and actor John Wayne found ways around the cap, illustrating ingenuity in exploiting the program.
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The Eli Cohen Affair Explores a Spy’s Rise and Death
This book recounts Eli Cohen’s undercover rise within Syria’s leadership, detailing how Israel used his intelligence during the 1967 war and how Cohen was executed on television. The authors Zay Aldoubey and Jer rold Ballinger present photos and documents to illuminate the saga.
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Kamal Amin Taahet
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Eastland Farm Subsidies Highlight 160000 Windfall
Payments to Eastland and other large farmers show subsidy rules favor big operators. Eight new entities tied to the Eastland plantation help qualify large sums, with some firms leasing land to investors to maximize pay. Critics say subsidies preserve small farms only briefly and nudge farming toward revenue for big operators. Congress is urged to revisit limits on payments.
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Nixon moves to empower subversive list board
Liberal outcry meets a bold executive order expanding the Subversive Activities Control Board’s role. Nixon assigns SACB advisory duties to update the Attorney General's List of subversive organizations, arguing hearings could target groups denying civil rights. Critics warn of First Amendment implications.
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Jackson Campaigns in Florida Stoking Early Primary Momentum
Senator Henry M Jackson spent six days in Florida appealing to Democratic leaders and voters. He aims to build momentum for a presidential bid as Florida’s early primary looms psychologically and politically. Holland, Sikes, and Tapper led welcoming efforts while Meany signals labor backing for Jackson.
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Youths help at accident from Millikan High School TAG.Unit
Letters detail a 6th and Pine accident where Millikan High School graduates and students formed the TAG.Unit to assist at the scene. They cleared debris, helped move a disabled car, and aided the driver while police handled formalities. The writers commend the volunteers’ efficiency and police collaboration.
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