The Wankel engine promises a motor world shift
An article extols the German Wankel rotary engine as a simple boon for autos. It compares the 185 hp Wankel to a 195 hp V eight, noting far fewer parts, lower weight, and smaller bulk, while outlining its two moving assemblies and rotary action.
Rotary engines offer promising tech but face durability limits
The piece explains Wankel rotors deliver torque directly and lack a piston-based reversal, but seal durability remains a challenge. Toyo Kogyo cites aluminum impregnated carbon seals with 60 000 to 100 000 mile life. It predicts diverse future powertrains with gas turbines and electric cars emerging alongside any rotary adoption.
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Graduation Rituals and a Bangladesh Appeal at Dartmouth
An essay-like reflection questions a Dartmouth graduation fundraiser urging seniors to donate six dollars to Bangladesh instead of purchasing caps and gowns. It critiques the gesture as conspicuous virtue and a politicized academic ceremony, arguing the relief of suffering is not the sole highest goal of Western civilization or education.
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Taft Hartley Milestone at 25 Years
Washington marks the twenty fifth anniversary of the Taft Hartley Labor Management Relations Act. The piece recalls the 1947 battle on Capitol Hill between President Truman and Sen. Robert Taft’s Republican coalition as they rewrote the Wagner Act.
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Labor Law Reforms Seen in Public Mood Shift From Taft to Taft Era
A 25 year cycle seen turning as public opinion grows wary of union power. Polls show 68 percent blame strikes for national harm, 61 percent of union members and 65 percent of their families share concern. Voters favor curbing union bosses via more member and federal oversight. Congress unlikely to pass major labor reform this year.
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Sparks Fly as Democratic National Convention Faces Deliberations
The Democrats prepare for a July Miami Beach convention while credentials committee reviews 41 challenges across 22 delegations stemming from anti McGovern pressures. Hotel rates near 40 a day, with students seeking cheaper options, sparking talks of rate negotiations.
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Negative News and the Newsroom Psyche
Opinion piece argues newspapers should balance tone by highlighting positive events alongside negative stories. It lampoons headlines that focus on conflict while ignoring widespread safety and happiness, urging readers to recognize both good and bad in news coverage.
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Prophet Elijah at Horeb Receives New Mission
A poetic biblical reflection recalls Elijah alone on Mount Horeb. The Lord questions him and commands him to travel toward Damascus, to anoint a king and endure without despair as thousands still face Baal. The piece honors steadfast service and renewed purpose.
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Gargantuan Federal Law Faces Car Insurance Clash
New York observers discuss a proposed federal no fault car insurance bill backed by Senators Hart and Magnuson. The piece argues states should experiment with their own laws, citing Massachusetts experience and concerns over constitutional limits and individual accountability.
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