Captain Denton honors returning POW with God Bless America
The first returned prisoner of war Navy Captain Jeremiah A. Denton Jr. spoke of serving under difficult circumstances and urged compassion for deserters while supporting accountability. The piece recalls Viet Nam casualties, years of captivity, and public sentiment on amnesty.
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Navy
Jeremiah A. Denton, Jr
Virginia Beach
North Viet Nam
America
Viet Nam
Denton
Asia
Nixon
Morning Show at the River Retreat
A writer recalls a personal ritual at his river cabin near the CACAPON. He enjoys a 55 cent backyard morning show watching birds at dawn after a night of West Virginia basketball listening to Syracuse. The piece blends humor and rural escape with weathered memories.
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Cacapon
New York
West Virginia
Syracuse
Prisoners are people too, or are they
A reader argues that sympathy for prisoners ignores the violence of crimes and the impact on victims, widows, and orphans. He questions spending on rehabilitation and support for those affected by crime, noting brutal offenses and ongoing suffering.
Monticello and Jefferson's life in brief portrait
A sprawling reminiscence celebrates Thomas Jefferson at Monticello, detailing his marriage to Martha Wales Skelton, architectural genius, and lasting impact. It weaves in his death on July 4 1826 and notes his Rotunda dome, Pantheon influence, and Bernini admiration alongside later reflections on public issues and community concerns.
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Thomas Jefferson
Martha Wales Skelton
Monticello
Martha
Jefferson
Andrae Palladio
Giovanni Lorenzo Bernini
Bernini
St. Peter’s
Hotel de Salm
Paris
Nimes
France
Maison Carree
Commonwealth of Virginia Capitol
Richmond
Pantheon
Rome
University of Virginia
University
United States
Washington
Michelangelo
Church of Santa Croce
Florence
Adams
Monroe
Virginia
Charlottesville
Pisa In No Hurry As Leaning Tower Tilt Slows
An Italian government commission reports the Leaning Tower of Pisa added only 1 25th of an inch in 1972, despite last year’s accelerated lean. The tower survived an earthquake that increased tilt by 7 100s of an inch and then returned to its previous alignment. The panel sees no urgent need for shoring plans, and a long research process with an international design contest may push top solutions to next November and project start afterward.
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Pisa
Mobile homes shift from mobility to stationary housing
The mobile home industry has moved from portable to fixed housing, offering affordable options for many families. Growth has surged from 767000 units in 1960 to over 2 million by 1970, but environmental concerns mount as parks expand and critics warn of community impact.
Battaile Reelected President of Industrial Development Corp
William M. Battaille was reelected president of the Industrial Development Corporation. The meeting announced ongoing negotiations with two industrial prospects, though neither firm was named.
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William M. Battaile
Industrial Development Corporation
Shenandoah College and Conservatory of Music
Speed of travel shapes modern life and values
The piece notes travel speed has advanced from Magellan’s era to air travel enabling rapid moves between continents. It candidly praises speed while warning that life loses meaning if existence becomes mere rapid journeys without purpose or leisure.
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Magellan
Asia
United States
Paris
Europe
America
Davis Led Newspaper as General Manager and Editor
Jack F. Davis served as the General Manager and Executive Editor guiding the paper's operations and editorial direction during his tenure. His leadership defined management and newsroom standards across departments.
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Jack F. Davis
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Karen Cliff Shepherd College
Winchester
Frederick County
Winchester Evening Star
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Dorothy H. Jones
N. Purcell Avenue
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Bad News
J. Thoms Boyd
Ohio
Tennessee
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Thomas T. Byrd
Eugene P. Miller
Douglas B. O'Connell
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