GOP Should Offer A Real Choice For Secretary Of State
The piece argues Republicans in Illinois should nominate a distinct candidate rather than echoing an opposing name. It critiques incumbent Paul Powell for scandal tied to crime‑linked practices, while deeming Sen. Donald Carpentier’s record unimpressive and over‑named by his father’s prominence. It urgesfinding a more suitable state office candidate.
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Paul Powell
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Charles Carpentier
Drug use on campuses becomes part of growing up
A New York Times survey finds marijuana and other drugs widely used by students from high schools to colleges. It notes use rising since media coverage of hippies, spans elite to prep schools, and involves both social and self realization factors. Alcohol remains common though some colleges shift toward drugs. LSD use has declined due to fears of hereditary defects and bad trips.
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American Psychiatric Association
National Student Association
Berkeley
Yale
New York University
University of Wisconsin
Fordham
St. John’s
Beatles
Bob Dylan
Ravi Shankder
Editorials Our Opinions Country can’t afford confused Congress
The piece urges Congress to choose between political gain and addressing domestic and international crises. It argues for courage to pursue social and economic remedies, linking war fatigue and public discontent to the need for decisive action in 1968. It calls for Congress to end inaction and stop the Southeast Asia war without losing face.
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Law and Order
Southeast Asia
Washington
Sidewalk Hazards Prompt City Action in Carbondale
Letters to the editor push for sidewalks and safer streets in Carbondale. Readers cite injuries from missing sidewalks and warn administrators not to wait for accidents before acting.
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