Streamlined mass collection agencies critique of small claims courts
Judges lawyers and consumer spokesmen say small claims courts have become mass collection agents for landlords and retailers rather than forums for the poor to seek justice. In Washington 2200 of 2900 cases were corporate. Denver saw 70 percent collection agency suits.
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Watergate echoes threaten Nixon campaign in Washington
Editorial urges President Nixon to offer a full explanation of the Watergate break in and related fund-raising irregularities. It notes a $25 000 cashier's check and 53 hundred dollar bills tied to suspects, raises questions about Maurice Stans and the White House role, and warns of a looming political damage if no clear account is given.
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Ogilvie gains in polls but trails Downstate
A Chicago Sun Times poll shows Gov Richard Ogilvie up 15 points outside Chicago but still behind challenger Daniel Walker Downstate 49 to 44.6. Earlier poll had Ogilvie at 29.9 to 68.9 Downstate. The rise is linked to TV campaigns and party-ticket issues though Downstate lead remains, with questions on sampling and timing.
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Cardinal alums fare well this summer
The piece contrasts a struggling St. Louis Cardinals club with successful alumni and stars from other teams. Steve Carlton nears 20 wins with the Phillies and is a Cy Young favorite while Bob Tolan hits around .300 in Cincinnati. Ted Sizemore’s Cardinals deal remains unsettled as fans recall past names and the old trades.
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Willie Mays
Adopting an Adult Under Illinois Law
The Illinois Adoption Code allows adult adoption if standard conditions are met and the adult has lived with the adoptive family for more than two years or is related to the adopters. The code clarifies what constitutes a relative for eligibility.
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Jackson bill eyed to ease environmental land use strife
A Wall Street Journal editorial discusses Senate Bill 632 sponsored by Senator Jackson aiming to extend planning authority to federal and state levels for lands used in nonlocal activities. It would set guidelines, create a National Advisory Board, and require state plans to coordinate with federal agencies.
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