Soul searching at the university The paradox of Harvard
Harvard University faces a private debate over its role in society and whether to remain an intellectual sanctuary or become an active engine of political and social change. Leaders and students wrestle with independence, disinterest, and the university’s purpose in a tumultuous era.
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Arends Aims for Reelection Amid Seniority Debate
Editorial notes Rep Leslie Arends of Illinois 17th District seeks a 15th term in the U S House. It discusses seniority, roles on Armed Services and Standards of Official Conduct, and compares potential paths to Speaker with McCormack and Celler. It also covers welfare court rulings and public aid attitudes.
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Christmas decorations in December spark debate at local editorials
A reader laments Christmas décor in December and questions why Thanksgiving themes aren’t displayed instead. The letter notes mixed town opinions, urging balance between holiday displays and Thanksgiving recognition.
Editor questions bi partisan stance after convention vote
A reader criticizes The Southern Illinoisan for labeling Con Con election as bi partisan and contrasts it with the next day's headline about Republican delegates. The letter implies a perceived shift in editorial stance and accuses the paper of alignments inconsistent with voters' choices.
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Illinois Supreme Court expands limits on legislature over judges
The Illinois Supreme Court rules the General Assembly lacks authority to investigate judicial misconduct or impeach judges, citing ambiguities in the 1963 Judicial Article. The piece urges clarifying amendments to affirm Congress like checks and balances and allow laws and investigations of the judiciary, while noting imperfect laws can be corrected within government.
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Education Qs in Mao era reform urge changes in schooling
Ming Pao Monthly condenses Man Tse-tung’s 1964 new year directives on education. It urges reducing classes, easing exam focus, and allowing research and discussion, with emphasis on cultural activities and practical learning over rote tests.
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Bourbon origins debate and TV era observations
David Felts argues Bourbon began in Virginia and Kentucky’s claim rests on county naming. The piece also notes Virginia’s colonial role, Illinois geography shifts, and TV era careers including Gene Shalit and the Saturday Evening Post’s decline, with Harper’s reporting on the magazine’s end.
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