SALT talks spotlight U S Soviet arms limits debate
Editorial critiques the Geneva talks on strategic arms with the Soviet Union, examining two proposals the comprehensive plan and the Vladivostok deferral. It argues Moscow favors a heads I win tails you lose approach and urges firm U S negotiation stance to curb cruise missiles and Backfire range.
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Carter
End double taxation of dividends urged in tax reform
The Treasury secretary and editorials push Carter administration to end the double taxation of stock dividends. They urge Congress to simplify tax forms, note 1975 reform failed, and argue average citizens struggle to file without professional help.
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W. Michael Blumenthal
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Blumenthal
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Letter on public discourse and integrity in a West Covina view
The letter discusses concerns about political manipulation and public trust in governance. It mentions specific names like Wilford C. Walker of West Covina and references debates over Contras and private data use. It critiques media influence and calls for accountability in reporting and civic action.
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Wilford C. Walker
West Covina
Spiderman Defense Strip Sparks Foreigner Label Debate
A fragmented comic panel shows Spiderman clashing with Doc Ock amid a debate on foreigners and civility. The strip hints at legal double standards as a minor asserts immunity, drawing criticism from observers in Long Beach.
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U.N
Greg Jackson
Long Beach
Protecting animals cold EPNESI MN HOLT Loz Beach
A brief notice notes efforts to safeguard animals during cold weather in Minnesota. It mentions Holt and Loz Beach as local areas involved in the protection measures and relief actions. The report emphasizes community or municipal response to animal welfare.
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Debate Over Death Penalty Sparks School Discussion
A class discussion led by Shelley Newell of Lakewood explored views on capital punishment. Students debated whether state execution constitutes murder and whether threat of death can deter crime, reflecting on moral and legal implications.
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Shelley Newell Lakewood
Signal Hill urged to curb fresh water use in oil ops
A reader calls on Signal Hill City Council to require oil firms to install desalination for ocean water use in secondary oil recovery and raise water prices to residential levels, citing large volumes of fresh water pumped for oil recovery. A Long Beach official notes sea water injection and reinjection after processing.
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Robert H. Stearns
Local residents praise council members for traffic safety efforts
Richard A. Anderson of Laketood commends Mayor Pro Tem Jo Bensitt and Council Larry Van Nostram for action at a problematic intersection. Stop signs and collapsible barriers were placed, improving safety for vehicles and pedestrians including children. The writer notes gratitude and calls these officials responsible public servants.
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Jo Bensitt
Larry van Nostram
Richard A. Anderson Laketood
Harris column questions gun control effectiveness in hostage cases
Reader PAUL S WILLIAMS challenges Sydney Harris May 13 column asking if opponents can name cases where hostages were held by a nonfirearm weapon. He questions kidnappers’ regard for laws, including firearms laws, and requests a concrete example.
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Williams Long Beach
Not much sympathy for Fry pool delay letter
James R Collins responds to A L Fry's complaint on pool completion noting his family’s water use since Feb 1 would cover initial pool filling for at least 33 days. He contrasts access to public pools and beaches with his own situation and hopes the pool is solar heated.
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A. L. Fry
James R
Collins
Long Beach
Anita Bryant rebuttal and public debate over rights
A reader comments for Anita Bryant in her fight against homosexuality, criticizing Rod McKuen and praising editorials on protecting readers from objectionable material. The letter urges support for Anita Bryant while denouncing censorship and pornography.
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Rod McKuen
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Rod
County supervisors blamed for sharp rise in dog licenses
Mrs Albert Holloway objects to county actions she calls inhumane. She condemns higher fees and advocates death sentences for unspayed animals, arguing vets charge near medical rates and many owners cannot afford surgery. She cites widespread animal slaughter and endangered wildlife trends. Carson Z.
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Albert Holloway Carson
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