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Newspaper
Saline Reporter
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1972
Page
6
A reader’s critique mocks overhyped country estate ads and glossy home fantasies. He contrasts a supposed secluded 20 acre retreat with a noisy near highway site, and skewers flashy “modern” homes and overpriced multi level “executive” houses. The column ponders retirement, golf culture, and summer humor as Kirvan Comedy fills slow papers.
In a Saline Reporter note dated July 20, 1972 Kirwan reflects on attending many golf events and why his game hasn’t improved. He reasons that better scores would boost his desire to play, but stresses he’s too young to retire and that golf isn’t crucial to society’s advancement.
A nostalgic note recalls how roller skating and simple outdoor play have diminished as youths now ride motorized toys like mini bikes and snowmobiles. The author laments the loss of carefree hand in hand skating and the shift to engine powered recreation reflecting ecological concerns.
Congressman Marvin L. Esch blasted Congress and the Senate for rushing a 20 percent Social Security increase last week and for political maneuvering. He urged longer, serious study of Social Security, criticized earnings limits, and warned of funding taxes starting after the coming election. He pressed for dignity and consideration for beneficiaries.
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