Editorial Thought for Today February 6, 1973
A compact newspaper reflection recalling biblical faith and the idea that deeds reveal belief. It includes a Genesis quote about righteousness and a quip urging kindness before wealth followed by a remark on how fortune reveals character.
Mail Volume Up but Junk Mail Drives Growth in 1972
The Postmaster General reports 87.2 billion pieces and $595 million in income growth for fiscal year 1972. Third class mail surged 6.7 percent while first class rose 2.2 percent and second class fell 8 percent. The piece highlights a shift toward bulk mailers and questions the service’s move toward cost-based priorities, warning Rural Free Delivery could be endangered if trends continue.
Not the thought that counts it’s the gift in love
Dear Abby prints reader dilemmas on a deceptive cheapskate lover who vanishes before special days and a sister in law conflict. A pension issue surfaces as a marriage proposal and family friction tests a marriage. Abby advises clear boundaries and honest talk to avoid further hurt.
Merging Police Services Across Towns to Share Departments
A nationwide trend shows 89 percent of police agencies having under ten full time officers yet employing only about 10 percent of officers. Facing rising crime and tight budgets, cities from Martha’s Vineyard to Jacksonville and Los Angeles are pooling resources with nearby departments to boost service.
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Nixon Opposes Amnesty for Draft Dodgers and Deserters
The president maintains opposition to amnesty for Americans who dodged the draft or deserted after taking an oath. He says those who erred must face criminal penalties, though some form of compensatory service could be explored for others who regret their choices. He warns a broad amnesty would be unlikely while many served or sacrificed in the conflict.
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Ben Franklin Under Fire In A New Literary Critique
A Currey book questions Franklin’s legacy, labeling him a potential spy or inept envoy to France. The piece counters attacks on his ethics and wit, defending his role in American history while noting enduring respect for his public service and writings.
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Cecil B. Currey
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France
Franklin
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