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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1972
Page
2
The $600000 bond issue for municipal improvements and public schools in Thomasville won voter approval by about three to one. The piece argues for higher turnout and two thirds participation in bond elections, noting past trends and the potential for future changes.
Biographical sketch of J Howard Pew of Sun Oil Company on his 89th birthday outlines his 70 year tenure since 1886 and argues the oil industry helped build the nation. He defends market competition and warns that government power erodes freedom, linking industrial and political liberty.
Jerry Rubin and Ellis Rubin debated the nondelegate invasion issue at the First Unitarian Church in Miami Beach with Kiasler pressed for fuller coverage. A Miami opening of Chicken Little Slept Here by K Marx and J Wayne stars Rubin and Rubin, a farce criticized for weak script and recycled vaudeville tropes as it aims for a Haven tryout.
Jeffrey Hart argues the SALT accord does not freeze weapon levels as claimed. He notes that Soviet missiles could be upgraded with multiple warheads within five years, potentially boosting ICBM counts and first strike capability. He warns Congress may demand reservations to prevent perceived U.S. concessions while Joint Chiefs members privately oppose portions.
Theater review critiques a two act play about Jerry and Ellis Rubin presented at a Unitarian Church. The piece mocks casting choices and performances while noting uneven humor and a vague antiwar theme. The review highlights miscasting listless suspense and quirky stage bits including a Becket tinge and a Beaux.
A top secret summary traces eight years of secret diplomacy to end the Vietnam War. It notes five main channels from mid 1964 to 1968 Romanians Swedes Norwegians French and Italians. The report says Hanoi often viewed mediation skeptically and emphasizes the limited impact of these efforts.
The Charleston News and Courier notes New York City banks advertise continuous or every second compounding to draw savers. A $10,000 balance at 5 percent yields $12.71 with continuous compounding annually, while daily compounding would give only about four cents more per year, underscoring overhyped promises.
The date marks Flag Day and highlights key events from 1775 to 1971 including the founding of the U S Army, adoption of the Stars and Stripes, the Free Republic of California, Harding’s radio broadcast, Paris occupation, Roosevelt asset freeze, Saipan invasion, and de Gaulle assassination plots. Birthdays include Burl Ives and Dorothy Maguire.
The Georgia General Assembly enacted a sunshine law to open state and local meetings to the public. The term sunshine reflects open government, though the name’s origin lies in Florida’s open meeting law and its well known sunshine.
Students at Madison College in Harrisonburg Virginia can charge their tuition to major credit cards. The piece warns of possible schemes to obtain college credits on credit.
Senator Hubert Humphrey telephoned Senator George McGovern after McGovern's California primary win. He briefed McGovern on his position voiced to Democratic governors in Houston and said he intends to stick with it. McGovern, via intermediaries Ted Van Dyk and Henry Kemmelman, sought assurances Humphrey would withdraw if defeated.
The Humphrey camp signals no clear stance as McGovern gains momentum toward the nomination. Both men discuss policy shifts to unite the party, with Humphrey seeking a middle-ground platform and no desire for office beyond defeating Nixon.
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