Federal spending clash shows in Tucson library bid and base cuts
A national budget clash over defense needs and library funding emerges in local items. Tucson applies for 211 935 in federal matching funds to speed a new library, while Davis Mon tan Air Force Base defers over 4 million in projects. The piece argues Washington must set priorities amid deficits and inflation warnings.
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Citizen
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
Defense Department
Bavis- Monthan
Tucson
Washington
Congress
Defense Secretary
U.S
Library Services and Construction Act
Arizona
Johnson
State of the Union
Doubts on Viet Nam War Censorship and Credibility
Richard Spong reports ongoing questions about censorship in Vietnam coverage. Australian Denis Warner and Pat Burgess challenge U.S. Army public relations in Saigon as undermining trust, with critics noting tight security and distorted briefings.
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Viet Nam
Denis Warner
Sydney Morning Herald
Saigon
Pat Burgess
Sydney Sun
Warner
Mecklin
U.S
Burgess
Underpaid State Legislators Spar Over Money and Power
A Rutgers study cited by the article criticizes state legislatures for low pay and weak incentives. It notes New York at 10000 dollars yearly leads, New Jersey and Ohio at 5000, Rhode Island at 300, plus varied daily and expense allowances. Legislative leaders in 24 states gain extra pay. even wealthy states offer limited motive beyond money. The piece urges fiscal reform and cites Toqueville on Paris versus provinces.
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Milwaukee
Wisconsin
San Juan
Puerto Rico
Madison
Washington
Fagleton Institute of Politics
Rutgers University
New Brunswick
N.J
Rutgers
New Jersey
Trenton
New York State
Ohio
New Hampshire
Louisiana
Rhode Island
Kansas
North Dakota
New York
Massachusetts
Senate
House
Pennsylvania
Alexis de Toqueville
France
Paris
The Great Pistachio Mystery
A box of pistachios arrives with a mysterious card signed Bob and Ginny. The couple recalls many Bob and Ginny pairs but cannot identify the senders. After chasing various friends and diary clues, Art and Ann in Klosters are suggested as the pranksters who sent the nuts.
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Bob and
Ginny
Irwin
Marion
Art
Ann
Dissent and Liberty Face War Time Pressures in Letters
Readers argue for the right to dissent during war and criticize uniform unanimity. They praise Tucson Medical Center, critique the convention center financing, oppose draft card burnings, and question judges limiting press freedom with a call to defend constitutional rights.
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Viet Nam
Arizona Album Seventy Four Years Ago in the Old Pueblo
A look back at Tucson in 189? capturing daily life, street scenes, and notable residents. The item highlights local shops, civic events, and weather, offering a vivid snapshot of early city life and community character.
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Old Pueblo
University Advantage Over Capital In Tucson Growth
The article argues that the university in Tucson brings immense local and territorial value, anticipating five hundred students within three years and highlighting the school of mines as a key asset. It emphasizes mineral wealth, mining education, and national regard, compiled by Indiana Smalley Moore, citizen historical editor.
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School of Mines
Ascenlees
United States
Tucson
Arizona
School of
University
Inpeite
Yndia Smalley Moore
Citizen Historical
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John Mecklin
Arnold Beichman
N.Y. Herald Tribune
Reichman
Jack Fossie
The
Los Angeles Times
Malcolm Browne
Associated Press
John Chamberlain
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Art Buchwald
Wife
Chicago
Bob and Ginny
Bob
Kathy
Alice
Lucille
Easthampton
Frank
Joan
Beach Club
Adolph
Phyllis
Peter
Mary
Bob Kingsbury
Ellen
Harold
Ginny Clyde
Los Angeles
Bobby
Klosters
Switzerland
Tucson Medical Center
Pauline Conelly
Mrs
Wilbur
Georgia
Mrs, Varn
House Judiciary Committee
Doris Varn
R-Pima
Mrs. Varn
Arizona Supreme Court
Rep. Varn
John Snell
H. Lester
Hershey
Emanuel Celler
D-N.y
Gen. Hershey
Peking
Moscow
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James I. Canine
Laurel Ave
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McNamara
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