Babel explained as language divides and unites nations
The piece traces language diversity from biblical origins to modern times, noting more than 2,700 spoken languages and dialects. It discusses language as a tool for national pride and tension, citing classical terms like barbaroi used by Greeks for non speakers.
London Pound Firmer After Gold Reserves Drop
UPI reports the pound opened firmer in foreign exchange markets after disclosure of a $140 million drop in sterling area reserves of gold and convertible currencies. Other briefs note SEC suggested Congress grant exchanges immunity from anti trust laws but subject to SEC scrutiny. Installment credit rose in June per Federal Reserve data. The piece also covers language history and proposals for a universal language, mentioning Descartes and various artificial languages.
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Dean Acheson Critiques Campus Demonstrations as Propaganda
Former Secretary of State Dean Acheson denounces teach-ins on campuses as propaganda that fails to justify higher education costs. In Reporter magazine he decries a frost of ignorance in argument and calls the Washington teach-in a display of dialectical illiteracy, noting the large number of psychology and political science professors involved. He questions the value of billions spent on American higher education. There are 388,000 men in the French Army.
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English Barracks Wrecked In Grudge
A man with a grudge against the army demolished an entire barracks block with a bulldozer and damaged two more during the weekend at Aldershot England. Police described the devastation as resembling an earthquake aftermath and labeled the act a deliberate attack.
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Price Check Ad for Beverages and Corn Starch
A bold advert urges readers to check and compare lowest prices anywhere. It promotes Smooth or 28-07 Crunchy Orange or Grape Drink with a note about corn starch. The message stresses a price comparison incentive and product options.
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