Word: generall
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Dates: during 1970-1979
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...country's prestige on the line," As Jimmy Carter left for the Middle East, Americans by the hundreds phoned the White House, not to voice approval or disapproval but simply to wish the President good luck. There was at first a general assumption that he had received assurances from Israel and Egypt that his trip would be successful Said New York Republican Senator Jacob Javits: "If he's taking more risk than I think he's taking, he's crazy." But Carter in fact had received no such guarantee, and the American people soon realized that...
Several students cited problems with the military system in general. "I don't believe in our military system, and I don't think the use of it would ever be adequate," Thomas P. Lyons '79 said yesterday...
...beyond a whole multitude of highlights in what for me has been a very exciting and satisfying first year at Harvard. While immersing myself in extracurricular activities that included drama, work, and an active social life, I found little reason to give serious attention to my three other general education courses during the first half of the year. On the other hand, Mrs. Thomson made my first encounter with creative writing not only a learning experience, but also the only class in which I felt a real academic motivation to push myself...
Unfortunately for Douglas, the nuclear industry isn't playing along. General Electric, which manufactures equipment for nuclear plants, withdrew its sponsorship of a Barbara Walters T.V. special because Fonda talked about "The China Syndrome" on it. G.E. said its sponsorship would be "inappropriate" because the film could "cause undue public concern" about nuclear power. Douglas points out that G.E. hasn't seen the film yet and so doesn't know whether the concern is "undue," but G.E.'s worry seems warranted. A nuclear energy trade association has sent out reams of positive material on nuclear energy to film reviewers...
Some of the players do play their parts traditionally, adding to the general lack of direction. Ellen Gambulos's Adele, the chambermaid who wants to be a star, showed a delicate voice and solid acting, except on occasions when she allows her pride in her steely top notes show. Brumit brings a rich, deep voice and commanding presence to Frank, the jailer; and Corey Stone '79 plays Falke, the "Dr. Fledermaus" bent on revenge, with flair, though his voice is comparatively bland...