West Virginia Lottery Move Faces Special Election Test
The article notes renewed support in West Virginia for a state lottery with a constitutional amendment. House committee moved the measure to the floor with a debt service pledge for school bonds and argues lottery revenue could fund public needs without a tax. It contrasts with ongoing cross state lottery revenue and cites general public appeal.
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Calls for bipartisan reform as Nixon faces national crisis
James Reston argues the Watergate era needs open governance and a coalition approach similar to FDR and Truman. He urges replacing aides, widening consultation with Republicans, and honest dialogue to unite the nation through trade, arms control and energy talks.
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Early opening of I-79 would preserve lives
A Fairmont man was the latest fatality on Route 73 south of Morgantown amid heavy traffic, potholes and limited passing. The article urges early opening of the remaining I-79 from Goshen Road to improve safety, with a projected late summer date after delays.
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Legal Services Bill Faces Scrutiny and Safeguards
Washington lawmakers preview a compromise legal services bill creating a Legal Services Corporation to fund aid for the poor with income caps, guidelines set by the corporation, no mandatory fees, and strict attorney conduct rules to curb abuses, amid conservative concerns and highway delay worries.
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Indy 500 under fire for waste and danger
An outcry follows this year’s Indy 500 tragedies as supporters and critics clash over the race’s value. Compelling reforms urged by racing authority Andy Granatelli aim to reduce fatalities and costly excess, while detractors compare the spectacle to gladiatorial bloodlust and question resource use.
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Leander the LeSabre and the era of oil burning steeds
In a rambling reminiscence, Russell Baker contrasts the old mighty cars with modern small “poodles” as oil fears rise. He recalls Leander the LeSabre, big engines, and the vision of powerful highway beasts giving way to efficient, low-emission cars amid an energy crisis.
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