Editorial: All power to Caesar in Nixon era
The piece argues President Nixon has isolated himself from Congress and the public after re election. It cites bombing of North Vietnam, impounded funds for water purification, and expanding executive privilege as signals of an eroding system of checks and balances. If Congress does not push back, the executive may become all powerful.
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Metropolis growth prompts speed limit debate in Phoenix area
Citizens discuss rapid development in the Valley of the Sun praising progress while urging slower, more orderly growth. They call for enforcing 45 mph limits on major streets like Camelback Van Buren Central and Scottsdale amid concerns of traffic and accidents.
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Hoover era fades as FBI faces clean house battle
An undercover campaign by veteran Hoover allies targets acting director Patrick Gray. Nixon aides weigh Gray's fate as pressure mounts for a professional, less publicity minded chief to reform the sprawling bureau.
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Nixon Seeks Firm Vietnam Ceasefire Framework
Washington officials say President Nixon appears to have nailed down a ceasefire formula with Hanoi including a prisoner release, a demilitarized zone approach, and a phased force reduction. An international police force of about 2,000 troops is also anticipated in the proposed agreement.
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Opposition to Change Cited in Letter on Speed Limits
A reader challenges George Holmes on speed limits arguing that speed and drink are not the sole causes of accidents. They blame lack of courtesy, truck drivers, and weak enforcement, noting trucks running red lights and police overlooking truck violations.
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The Mystery of the Secret Signal in the Oval Office
A noir style scene unfolds in the Oval Office where Dick and Henry discuss The Secret Signal. Dick frets over looming bombing power and leaked peace efforts while Henry plays a comic sidekick role and misreads clues about an anticipated signal.
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Mailbag reacts to gun control debate and statistics
Reader Mike McMurry challenges the Mayors Cop out on Guns editorial arguing that gun murder rates reflect social structure and discipline rather than controls. He cites Britain and New York history, noting armed robberies and legal changes as context.
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