Hunger and wealth gap threaten world food supply
The piece warns that famine risks rise with weather and wealth disparities. It argues rich nations must fund and enable agricultural growth in poor countries, restructure trade, curb barriers, and halt misused cash. A global, urgent plan is needed to avert chronic hunger and population strain.
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Pen Oakley Newspaper Enterprise Assn
FAO
A. H. Boerma
U. N
U. S
Europe
Soviet Union
Australia
Canada
Japan
United States
Robert McNamara
World Bank
Boerma
Editorial: milk price hikes signal energy crisis in dairy
The column argues higher milk prices reflect rising costs and dwindling domestic dairy production. It notes four percent annual output decline, farmer herd liquidation, and growing import reliance while warning of a tipping point where higher prices fail to offset costs. It critiques political handling and industry promotion costs, urging caution about foreign dependence and national energy self sufficiency.
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Chicago
Nixon
Congress
America
Makanda meeting on crime prevention defended by attendee
Judy Addington of Makanda objects to The Southern Illinoisan review of a crime prevention meeting. She defends Wayman Presley and others for trying to spur involvement, noting Presley warned it would not be a vigilante group yet suggested rewards to encourage action.
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The
Southern Illinoisan
Makanda
Wayman Presley
Carbondale
Norman Horner
Mr. Horner
Presley
Judy Addington Makanda
Nixon energy policy shifts as Love departs White House
John A. Love leaves the White House after opposing fuel rationing, with Deputy Treasury Secretary William B. Simon named as his replacement. Shadowed by higher fuel prices and a possible 40 cent per gallon surtax urged by George P. Shultz and Simon, the administration signals a potential shift in energy policy amid feared shortages.
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Nixon
John A. Love
Washington
White House
W Nixon
Mr. Love
Colorado
Treasury
William B. Simon
George P. Shultz
Mr. Simon
David Freeman
Ford Foundation
New England
Atlantic Coast
Arabs' future rests in oil
The Arab nations' wealth and bargaining power come from oil, with industrialized nations' demand, embargo effects, and production cuts shaping the Middle East's political and economic leverage. Kuwait Iran Saudi Arabia lead a region whose oil reserves underpin regional power and global energy security.
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Kuwait
Iran
Saudi Arabia
Mideast
Disappearing Act Promised by Houdini Nixoni Ringmaster
The voice invites readers to a Washington three ring circus centered on Richard Houdini Nixoni. Promised feats include vanishing television, press, and commentators as part of a grand career finale. Assistants Zu Zu Frees and others are billed in a theatrical, sensational presentation with wings and cancan.
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The
Southern Mindisan
Washington
Richard Houdini Nixoni
Zu Zu Frees
Ford
Zigo Zieglani
Kissem Kisser
Guido Buckcancan
FeaRed Editor Attacks War Policies In Writings
The Southern Tinoisan editor condemns the President over what it calls W atergate proof and support for bombing campaigns in Cambodia and North Vietnam. The piece ties impeachment threats to wartime actions and POW movements.
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The
Southern Tinoisan
Cambodia
North Vietnam
P.O.W
Opinion: Respect the President and impeachment questions
Robert L Cox of Johnston City urges Congress and Senate to impeach the President if warranted. He argues lawmakers focus on 1974 and 1976 and demands print of one in favor opinion. He likens the situation to a biting dog in current news.
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George Meany
Congress
Senate
Johnston City
National Fuel Crisis Call For Shared Effort Across States
A plea urges slower travel and smarter fuel use to conserve resources during a national shortage. The speaker questions U S leadership and advocates cooperation, urging citizens to work together for the greater good rather than pursuing individual state or city interests.
Second Look How nire it must be in these parious times
A reflective column ponders loyalty in sports and asks if fans root for the top team simply because it is perceived as superior. The writer contrasts televised games with the idea of genuine support amid changing times.
Hope for committee burial on abortion issue stalls plans
Congressional Quarterly reports anti abortion forces seek a constitutional amendment overturning the Supreme Court ruling while most lawmakers prefer neutrality and watch the House and Senate for action. Rep Edwards will not hold hearings, Hogan pursues floor action, Senate prospects appear likelier but uncertain. National Right to Life coordinates a nationwide lobbying drive via local groups.
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Elizabeth Bowman
Congressional Quarterly
Supreme Court
Congress
Lawrence J. Hogan
House
Edwards
Hogan
Ber. Edwards
Committee
Subcommittee
Senate
Birch Bayh
Athout
James L. Buckley
R-N
National Science Foundation
National
Right To Life Committee
Warren
Washington
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