Decline in Science Puts Research in Hard Times
The article argues that curtailment of federal grants from the Defense Department, NIH, and NSF, plus NASA retrenchment, endangers major scientific teams and institutes. It warns that a quarter-century low in funding risks breaking up research in ecology, transportation, and other fields, despite the need for scientific solutions.
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Department of Defense
National Institutes of Health
National Science Foundation
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Fast federal justice in action prompts praise and caution
The piece urges rapid federal action as a model after swift FDIC bank liquidations in New Jersey and quick court rulings on dumping nerve gas in the Atlantic. It contrasts brisk outcomes with slower regulatory processes in cases like ICC mouthwash findings, noting public confidence drives speed.
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Washington
New Jersey
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Atlantic
Federal District Court
Interstate Commerce Commission
ICC
Federal enrollment bills seek four year voter registration and holiday
Bills in the House and Senate propose federal enrollment every four years and making election day a national holiday. Registration by mail is favored though opposed for potential fraud as the election commissioner would not verify registrants. Supporters cite in person registration as similarly lax and require a signed authenticity statement to curb fraud.
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House
Senate
Montgomery Ward Manager Transferred to Staunton
Preston Howard, manager of the local Montgomery Ward Store, has been transferred to Staunton. Miss Virginia Anne Barnhart married Edward Coggeshall Lawrence in First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Raymond Womeldorf officiating. D E Stultz resigns as president of Potomac Edison, to be succeeded by R G MacDonald. The Valley District Disciples of Christ announce their 96th annual convention for August 29 and 30 at Walnut Springs Christian Church. Frederick County School Board appoints 11 teachers including head of new Stephens City commercial department. Miss Nancy Tyler Fugitt wed Sgt. Robert Marian Carron at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
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Virginia Anne Barnhart
Edward Coggeshall Lawrence
Raymond Womeldorf
First Presbyterian Church
Charles R. Line
Valley District
Disciples of Christ Church
Walnut Springs Christian Church
Frederick County
Stephens City
Nancy Tyler Fugitt
Robert Marian Carron
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Pearl of Great Price Faith Amid Great Sacrifice
A sermon reflects on a condemned criminal who questions truth yet declares a hypothetical willingness to spread a divine message. It contrasts a missionary’s life of hardship among distant peoples with enduring faith. The piece argues that some truths and values outshine all else, guiding generations toward spiritual pursuit.
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England
Britain Barred from Common Market by Six Nations
The article argues that Britain cannot join the Common Market now due to structural and political obstacles. It notes British negotiator Barber's stalled progress, fears of German dominance, and Commonwealth sensitivities. It highlights labor mobility, agriculture strains, and a veto on inflows of Commonwealth goods, reflecting a protective stance by six member states.
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Brussels
Great Britain
Anthony Barber
Britain
Barber
Edward Heath
Heath
Rome
America
West Germany
Selwyn Lloyd
France
London
de Gaulle
Adenauer
British Commonwealth
Commonwealth
England
Germany
Belgium
Pompidou
Lyons
Rhineland
Italy
Normandy
Softening Tax Rite On Sale Of House By Richard Putnam Pratt
The article explains capital gains tax on home sales and how costs such as closing fees improvements and broker commissions affect the taxable amount. It uses the Martins as an example to illustrate adding costs to basis reducing taxable gain and notes tax law allows shifting tax liability by reinvesting in a new home. It also includes a quiz section about general knowledge.
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Richard Putnam Pratt
Uncle Sam
Jack
Lee Martin
Martins
Blade
Branch
Nixon's Zigs and Zags On Foreign Policy Risky
Washington columnist William S. White argues the Nixon Administration wobbles between hawkish and doveish stances, risking alienating moderates. He cites leaks on Middle East cease fire, Vietnam talks stagnation, and ABM limits as signs of risky policy balance. He contends Nixon remains unpopular with critics yet politically buoyant.
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Washington
Space heroes protest Hair stage tribute to flag
Columbia SC editors defend astronauts James Lovell and Jack Swigert for leaving a New Yorker production of Hair to protest a scene they say desecrates the American flag. They argue flag respect should extend to space as well as the stage.
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James Lovell
Jack Swigert
New York
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