Amtrak at the Crossroads and the Rail Investment Debate
Congress faces a decision on continued federal subsidies for Amtrak after a $40 million start and $300 million in initial support. Amtrak has shown limited gains outside the Boston to Washington corridor and faces questions about its business model and the value of extending funding versus concentrating on urban corridors. The piece argues rail travel may not pay off without faster service and market shifts, urging scrutiny of cross country routes and private sector efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Amtrak
United States of America
Boston-Washington Corridor
Europe
Japan
Is Howard Hughes Real or a Life Magazine Hoax
The Tampa Tribune asks if Howard Hughes exists and if Life's announced autobiography dictated to Clifford Irving is genuine. It notes rumors of a secret life and doubts by reporters who allegedly spoke with Hughes. The piece mentions contracts letters and checks claimed to prove authorization, fueling a public puzzle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Life Magazine
Howard Hughes
Life
Clifford Irving
Bahamas
Hughes
Tampa
Fla
Tribune
IRS urges early start on 1971 tax returns
The Raleigh News and Observer notes the IRS advises filing early for 1971 income tax returns to avoid surprises from overwithholding. It reflects human nature to delay learning bad news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
IRS
Raleigh
N.C
News and Observer
Kimberly-Clark Beech Island Mill Responds to Odor Claims
Raymond A. Jankowski mill manager defends Beech Island facility against odor accusations in a letter to the editor. He states there is no odor, praises water treatment as model environmental technology, and invites Barbara Cole and any Aiken County residents to tour the plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kimberly-Clark
Beech Island
Barbara Cole
Savannah
Wrong party named in odor complaint letter
Barbara Cole of 1161 Cornish Street N.E. apologizes for blaming KimberlyClark for the dense odor at the paper mill. She asks who is responsible and how to stop the nuisance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kimberly- Clark
Barbara Cole
Cornish St. N.E
Unhappy Childhood Needed in Literary Memoir by Holmes Alexander
The essay recalls Ogden Nash and other figures, noting Nash as a Doubleday reader who later crafted original humorous verse. It praises Jake Slagle, Downie Bonsal, and other athletes, contrasts success with the writer's own career path, and reflects on envy, poverty, and the claim that an unhappy childhood helps one become a writer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holmes Alexander
Ogden Nash
Doubleday
New York
Byron
Ogden
Fifth Avenue
Robert W. Service
Edgar Guest
Jake Slagle
Princeton
Jake
Charles Beard
Harry Byrd, Sr
Robert Taft
Jake Slagie
Hollywood
Miss Porter
Farmington, Conn
Frank
Downie) Bonsal
Downie Bonsal
Downie
Jim Bishop
Bob Ruark
Joe Hergesheimer
Spring in Space and the Case for Leg Exercise
The piece argues for a 54 day weightless study to learn effects on the body and urges better leg muscle action to return venous blood flow. It emphasizes that many circulatory deaths come from "lazy legs" and links calf pumping to heart health.
Christian stewardship and healthy living insights
Billy Graham discusses Christian stewardship as ownership by God of our bodies minds and talents, urging use for His glory. The piece blends health advice on walking and blood flow with notes on exercise, longevity, and mental focus, citing Dr Paul Meredith and Apollo 14. It promotes practical steps like brisk walks to improve circulation and overall well being.
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Billy Graham
A.L
God
Christ
Church
White
Stu Roosa
Roosa
Shepard
Mitchell
Paul Meredith
Meredith
Aiken Standard invites letters to the editor
The Aiken Standard welcomes signed letters with the writer’s mailing address. Anonymous communications are not considered. Pen names are not permitted. Letters must be legible and may be edited for space clarity taste and libel. No subject matter limit.
Flu Vaccine Not Sure Says Dr Alvarez
Health columnist notes A and B influenza types drive most flu cases with A virus dominant in past epidemics. Dr Gregg cautions vaccines offer 50 to 75 percent protection and are not guaranteed. colds lack a vaccine due to 200 viruses. Vitamin C study shows modest gains. other experts dispute Pauling.
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W.C. Alvarez
M.D
Hong Kong
Michael Gregg
Federal Center For Disease Control
Atlanta
Gregg
Linus Pauling
University of Minnesota
Pauling
G. Ritzel
Harold Diehl
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Aiken
Samuel A. Cothran
Eugene J. Oyler
Father Berrigan
Paul Dudley White
Citizen Smith
Aiken, S.C
Robert B. Couch
Baylor
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