Tyranny of the minority headline contrasts with shifting global cooperation
James Reston argues that while dramatic clashes and crises dominate headlines the world is moving toward negotiation and cooperation. Leaders from the United States to the Soviet Union, China, France, and Middle East states seek common solutions, reducing reliance on force and embracing compromise to address money, poverty, and security.
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James Reston
New York Times
Washington
Israel
United States
Soviet Union
American Middle West
West Germany
Japan
West
China
Russia
America
Europe
Britain
France
Pompidou
Middle East
Jerusalem
Cairo
Vietnam
Paris
Congress
Capitol Hill
American States
Potomac
Husdon
Great Lakes
Herrin urged to seek alternatives amid EPA dispute
An editorial urges Herrin and Norge to develop action plans if the EPA fines the city for dumping an oil based compound in a landfill. It warns against relying on appeals alone and argues for exploring alternative practices while facing a likely EPA case by case decision.
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Herrin
Environmental Protection Agency
Norge
Eee
EPA
City
Percy urges cautious home return for draft evaders
Sen Charles Percy urges evaders in Canada to return home and face likely penalties, arguing for individual case judgments rather than broad amnesty. He notes courts have given light sentences and supports using court process to separate conscientious objectors from those with violence or cowardice motives. The piece contrasts Nixon’s opposition to conditional amnesty with Percy’s nuanced stance.
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Charles Percy
Illinois
Canada
Sen
Percy
Nixon
Peace Corps
End to Illinois capital punishment debate urged
The writer argues against reviving the gallows in Illinois and contends capital punishment is flawed due to bias and inconsistency. They urge lawmakers to focus on protecting citizens and exploring life imprisonment alternatives that enrich lives, noting life sentences are not a picnic and do not avoid punishment.
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House Judiciary Subcommittee
Illinois
United States Supreme Court
High Court
Praise for Herrin Hospital and staff
A Herrin reader commends Herrin Hospital and its doctors and nurses for prompt attentive care during recent illnesses. The writer notes steady good care from available physicians and regards the hospital as a great asset to Southern Illinois, deserving praise rather than criticism. The letter closes with a nod to nostalgia about 25 cent paperback books.
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the Southern Illinoisan
Herrin Hospital
Southern Illinois
Fred A. Henderson
Herrin
The Twilight of Big Organizations
A critic argues most large corporations and public institutions are dying pyramids. He urges decapitation of top management, small partnerships, and adoption of Petri's Law to boost productivity. He imagines reduced scale delivering excellence and questions the Pentagon’s weaponry efficiency. The piece reflects on the endurance of American competence amid shrinking giants.
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Pentagon
Kurt Vonnegut
Luring recruits seen driving up military manpower costs
Congressional Quarterly reports that manpower outlays may soar as proposed legislation and new pay plans for an all volunteer force threaten a sharp rise. The draft expires June 30 and retirement benefits face reevaluation amid cost objections.
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James G. Phillips
Congressional Quarterly
Congress
Nixon Administration
House
Senate
Pentagon
Nixon
Vietnam
Korea
Cen
Reader praises Ann Landers and column trio
A reader from The Southern Illinoisan compliments the paper for publishing Ann Landers and the Dolores Muhich and Robert Butts columns in one issue, expressing surprise and appreciation for the trio's presence.
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Southern Ilinoisan
Ann Landers
Ann
Dolores Muhich
Robert Butts
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