Mills Seeks Commission to Trim Government Programs
An editorial arguing for a new Hoover-style commission to prune aging federal programs. Rep Wilbur Mills cites postwar spending growth, calls for terminating 40 to 50 year old initiatives no longer useful, to finance new programs without tax increases. He stresses aligning spending with a sane tax policy and avoiding a fiscal tailspin.
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Unilateral Peacemakers at a Swiss Peace Conference
The article critiques Robert M. Hutchins and his Pacem in Terris gathering in Switzerland, urging unilateral disarmament and peace steps. It argues compromise and mutual give and take are essential, while condemning perceived one sided, surrender minded calls that favor communist led settlement.
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Switzerland
Robert M. Hutchins
Center For the Study of Democratic
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Southeast Asia
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Recognize Transgressions Freedom erosion in policy debate
The piece argues that erosion of freedom is normalized through long standing usage. It cites proposals to regulate advertising by government and extends federal wage laws to state hospital workers as examples. It warns that acceptance of transgressions risks borrowed time for liberty.
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United States
Safe Speculation Advice From Roger E Spear
An elderly reader asks for safe stock speculation and a practical plan. Spear cautions there is no truly safe bet in stocks, urges patience and knowledge, and notes many gains come to patient investors rather than quick wins. The column also touches on estate taxes and Treasury bonds offered to decedents’ estates.
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Treasury
Roger Speat
De-Pape Investman Guide
Roger &. Spear
Bay
Grand Central Station
New York
Moon mission costs and Soviet challenge debated openly
A column argues U.S. moon program costs range 20 to 75 billion dollars and questions the value versus defense needs. It ridicules vague leadership and warns the Soviet Union may not reach the moon at such expense, urging careful public judgment over space race bravado.
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United States
America
Ferdinand and
Isabelle
Columbus
India
China
Emerald City of
Soviet Union
Grant
Edison
Velectricity
Admiral Byrd
North Pole
United Nations
Brady's Health Service letters discuss birth privacy rights
A reader argues husbands should be present at childbirth, condemns hospital practices that expose laboring women to student exams and privacy invasions. The letter cites 19th century maternity shows and criticizes infection risk from staff, urging legal action for damages and asserting the husband’s presence strengthens marriage.
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M.C
Amat
Tam
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Bob
Suses
Worry Clinic Advice Tries Coed Habits Myth Bust
In a dubious health advice row, Dr Crane warns against tobacco and liquor, aimed at Lois G. and others, arguing that habits ruin life prospects, marriages, and safety. He cites Northwestern anecdotes, claims smoking shortens life, and promotes a questionable marriage foundation offering charts and booklets for a fee.
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Crane
Scientific Marriage Foundation
Folklore and witty quips blend in odd wedding anecdotes
A collage of light humor shows a failed romance after marriage to wealth, a poet misquoting vows, and an electrician slipping home unseen only to face a pun on insulation. Other bits feature wordplay with editors, a judge’s remark, and a cautious fairy tale remark about restless spouses.
Nigeria splits as Biafra proclaims itself and the Union frays
The piece outlines the rise of the Biafra Republic from the Eastern Region of Nigeria and possible secession of the Western Lagos region. It discusses Gowon’s forces, tribal and religious tensions among Hausa Ibo and Yoruba, and the likelihood that Africa's nationalist fervor will fragment states, resisting UN or US intervention. It questions independence outcomes and warns against Western democracy or communism taking hold.
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Biafra
Nigeria
Gawon
Dinva Biafra
Gosyon
Lao
4Era
Lagos
Gowon
Britain
United Nations General Assembly
United States
Russia
France
U.S
Congo
U Thant
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Bathing beauties boost Navy pool sessions in Boston
Naval Reserve fitness program gains popularity through YMCA invited swims and 110 volunteers. Boston NAV NEWS notes long lines for evening sessions as young sailors swap wading pools for deep water swims and social events inspired by USO and YMCA activities.
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Boston
Reserve Center
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