Revising the Federal Code by James J Kilpatrick 1978
Washington columnist James Kilpatrick argues for passage of S. 1437 to recodify the federal criminal code. He notes bipartisan support within the Judiciary Committee, concerns from conservatives like Jesse Helms, and the bill’s potential to modernize statutes, limit judicial discretion, and remove outdated provisions such as the Old Smith Act and Comstock Act remnants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Star Syndicate, Inc
Washington
Senate
American Civil Liberties Union
ACLU
Richard Nixon
John Mitchell
Jesse Helms
North Carolina
Robert Byrd
Helms
Judiciary Committee
Kennedy
Massachusetts
Thurmond
South Carolina
Bayh
Indiana
Garn
Utah
Abourezk
South Dakota
John McClellan
Arkansas
Budget Surplus Goal Hangs On Economic Growth
The piece analyzes President Carter's 500 plus billion dollar budget sent to Congress, noting assumptions of energy reform welfare reform and a continuing recovery. It highlights projected outlays rising to 650 billion by 1983, revenues growing from 440 to 726 billion, and the fragile path to a budget balance tied to growth and tax hikes.
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Carter
Congress
Office of Management and Budget
Winchester Rescue Squad marks 20 years of service
In Winchester the Volunteer Rescue Squad logged 3 639 calls in 1977 averaging nearly 10 per day. Captain David L Zarefoss reported operating costs and volunteer value totaling 333 464 dollars, underscoring the squad and auxiliary dedication to the community.
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Winchester
Winchester Volunteer Rescue Squad
David L. Zarefoss
Winchester Rescue Squad
Japan's Economic Warfare and the U S Trade Debate
A 1978 view argues Japan uses protectionism and steel dumping to undercut U S industry. It critiques Carter administration moves like trigger pricing, urges stronger antidumping quotas, and suggests redefining defense commitments to Japan to curb dependence and pressure partner nations on defense costs.
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N.Y. Times News Service
Chicago
America
Japan
Japan, Inc
United States
Treasury
Arthur Solomon
Steel Industry
Congress
Mike Mansfield
Panama
Far East
Soviet Union
Letters to the Star Editor on smoking and ERA stance
Readers attack editorial policy on government spending and two opposing HEW programs. Evelyn Miller and Joseph M. Deignan share views on ERA necessity and tobacco subsidies while praising HEW preventive efforts. Ruth Powell thanks Meals on Wheels volunteers and describes community support.
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the Star
Defense Department
Star
U.S
HEW
Tobacco Industry
U.S. Department
Congress
Joseph A. Califano, Jr
Oseph M. Deignan
M.D
S. Stewart St. Winchester
Reporter finds hospitality fuels early journalism career
A Star staffer details four weeks as a January intern in Frederick and Warren counties. He recalls warm welcomes from county officials, business leaders, and neighbors, overcoming fears of being a cub reporter and enjoying coffee, doughnuts, and a newsroom tour.
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Frederick
Warren County
the Star
Frederick-Warren
Winchester
Frederick County
Front Royal
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Stephenson
Girl Scouts
Colonel Garden Club
Glen Burnie Garden Club
Ruth E. Powell
Legally Blind
South
Cameron Street
Thomas T. Byrd
Roy E. Potts III
Lewis H. Ebert
Eugene P. Miller
Edward P. Offley
Winchester Evening Star Inc
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