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Newspaper
The Gazette
Location
Medina, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1973
Page
4
The editorial questions U.S. funding for 70,000 apartments while noting a stray dish bowl in an old cupboard. Sister Eileen Farley of Seton expresses relief that the item was never used for cereal.
The Nixon administration will fund nearly 70,000 additional housing units under Section 236 mortgage subsidies, bringing total new units to about 170,000. The plan supports housing despite phasing out some programs, with rents in projects like New York City potentially dropping from 90 to 55 dollars per room and others to 25.
Ralph de Toledano denounces the national press for dominating public discourse with Watergate coverage while downplaying other critical issues. He argues newspapers and broadcasts suppress or distort events from Tet to My Lai, Soviet armament, and Middle East crises, urging a return to the public’s right to know. The piece laments a media dominated by advocacy over reporting.
Peter Flanigan urged Congress not to grant most favored nation status to the Soviet Union while seeking peace in the Middle East. Jackson Vanik bills tie MFN to free emigration of Soviet Jews, while the Administration seeks neutral, noncontroversial trade consideration to avoid derailing detente.
The Middle East War is viewed as a vast test range for advanced Soviet weapons. The T-62 main tank, Sagger antitank missile, and Sam-6 surface to air system emerged as key assets, while U.S. arms faced challenge from Soviet airlift and advisers. Analysts warn allies must work to offset these lessons.
The Medina County Gazette is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Medina County Publications Inc. at 685 West Liberty Street Medina Ohio 44256. Rates include single copy ten cents and carrier service sixty cents a week with mail prices of 26 dollars per year for twelve months and 13 dollars for six months.
Defense officials say both the Soviet Union and the United States lost about 3 billion dollars of weapons in the Mideast war. Nixon plans to condition any aid on acceptance of pre 1967 borders as Meany cools on Sen. Henry Jackson, while Republicans guide key appointments. Foreign diplomacy shows changes with Rowland Cromer departing London and Kissinger expanding global outreach.
In a Washington UPI column Dick West argues a presidential leave of absence could avert constitutional stumbles. He notes Ford could run inquiries freely, and the nation might heal while Watergate probes continue behind the scenes. He jokes about Nixon enjoying a sabbatical and hints at timing with statutes of limitations.
A Medina resident Mary Lou Hollowniczky writes about discovering her diabetes three weeks ago and praising her doctor for diet guidance. She emphasizes awareness, timely care, and the importance of National Diabetes Week for prevention and support.
The writer urges immediate water conservation emphasizing urgency and personal responsibility. Suggestions include fixing dripping faucets, avoiding running taps, and using water only when absolutely needed to prevent future shortages. He appeals to readers to adopt mindful water use.
Grateful officials thank voters and press for support of a Brunswick school bond issue. They invite readers to call 225-5229 for help and credit editor Sandee LeMasters for accurate coverage.
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