Medicare amendments risk political health over public care
The Johnson administration aimed to push Medicare amendments in the Senate to bolster its political standing before the fall elections. Critics warned the plan could raise costs, threaten the social security structure, and unfairly favor elderly beneficiaries while penalizing others.
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Senate
Johnson Administration
Johnson
United States
Spessard Holland
D-Fla
Sam Ervin
D-N.c
Our Responsibility: Washington’s Warning on Civic Vigilance
George Washington urged citizens to defend American institutions and ideals, warning that neglect and criticism endanger the republic. He stressed that governments crumble without vigilant guardians and called for immediate action by all citizens to preserve the nation’s future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Washington
United States of America
Republic
Portland Poll Shows Support For Lawmakers Pay Rise
The Oregon Journal reports residents of Portland and nearby areas show 22.7 percent approve and 74.5 percent disapprove of a 7 500 a year pay raise for congressmen. The piece notes alarm at the raise size relative to current salaries and questions whether income should drive political office motivation.
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Oregon Journal
Portland
Vicinity
Long
Congress
Our Republic
Successful Investing Advice For Hard Times
Reader seeks income and growth with limited savings. Expert Roger Spear cautions that $2,009 should stay in emergency savings, suggests 20 General Motors shares at 4.7 percent yield, and warns against unseasoned life insurance stock. Recommends medium priced Commonwealth Life of Kentucky based on solid growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roger E. Spear
E.D
General Motors
Louisiana & Southern Life Insurance Company
Louisiana & Southern Life
Commonwealth Life of Kentucky
General ‘Features Corp
Referendum 15 sparks debate over pay TV in California
Column argues against California Referendum 15 to outlaw pay TV, praising private enterprise in television and warning it may curb First Amendment rights. Describes Weaver led $25 million effort, California Crusade for Free TV, and potential Supreme Court fate, with musings on cultural edge and future entertainment options.
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California
Einstein
Sylvester Weaver
National Broadcasting Company
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Federal Communications Commission
Supreme Court of the United States
Supreme Court
Weaver
Alan Peyton
Nureyev and
Fonteyn
Royal Ballet
Isaac Stern
Eugene Istomin
Leonard Rose
Beethoven
Mendelssohn
Schubert
Laurence Olivier
Chekhov
Uncle Vanya
Jose Ferre
Pierre Salinger
George Matthew Adams
Saudi Arabia and Nasser Reach Yemen Cooperation
Cairo reported Prince Feisal the Saudi prime minister announced an understanding and complete cooperation with President Gamal Abdel Nasser to resolve differences over Yemen. The accord was hailed as a hopeful sign to end the two year civil war that has cost thousands of lives and divided the Arab world.
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Cairo
API
Prince Feisal
U.A.R
Gamal Abdel Nasser
Yemen
Kennedy Tribute Eagle Dedicated at U.S. Embassy
A white porcelain American eagle was dedicated at the U.S. Embassy in London in memory of President John F. Kennedy. Ambassador David Bruce accepted the 18 inch replica, originally presented to Kennedy in 1961 by sculptor Edward Marshall Boehm of Titusville, New Jersey.
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London
UPI
U.S
John F. Kennedy
U. S
David Bruce
Kennedy
Edward Marshall Boehm
Titusville
N.J
Grenfell Mystery Ties Grenfell Line to Submarine Veteran
In a reader inquiry James B. Martin asks if Vice Admiral Elton V. Grenfell is related to George Grenfell the Congo explorer or Sir Wilfred Grenfell Arctic relief pioneer. Awaiting Navy confirmation to publish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Martin
Elton V. Grenfell
George Grenfell
Sir Wilfred Grenfell
Congo
Africa
The Shepherd Warns Against Excess in Speech
A cautionary note from JULIEN C HYER warns to avoid exaggeration and overblown claims in discourse. He urges restraint and precise description to prevent grave error and rueful outcomes.
Congolese Attack on Lisala Leaves 50 Rebels Dead
Leopoldville reports say Congolese forces aided by 38 white mercenaries attacked Lisala, a rebel held town on the Congo river. Over 50 rebels were killed and government troops reportedly withdrew without capturing the town. Boende remained in government hands amid conflicting reports.
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Leopoldville
The
Congo
UPI
Congo River
Lisala
Stanleyville
Kamina
Coquilhatville
Boende
Greeks Greet Future Queen At Estate
More than 1,500 Greeks from various professions crowded Tatoi estate outside Athens to meet Anne Marie the Danish princess who will become queen next Friday. Over three days about 4,500 attendees from 52 provinces will be entertained by the 24-year-old monarch at the royal garden party.
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Athens
UPI
Constantine
Tatoi
Anne-Marie
Opening of 766 Mile Highway Section to Mexico City
Laredo Texas reports the first leg of the highway to Mexico City a distance of 766 miles opened on July 1 1936 marking a key link in the route.
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Laredo
Tex
Here
Mexico City
The Case Records of a Psychologist or George W Crane
Jackie Q a 21 year old coed blasts Dr George W Crane as out of touch with reality. The piece argues many non academics act as practical psychologists and questions professorial pretensions while praising applied psychology in real life settings. It notes Dale Carnegie trained communicators can outshine some psychology professors and urges readers to contact Dr Crane for personal advice.
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Jackie
Jackie Q
George W. Crane
Dale Carnegie
Dale
Farmers Call Off Stall In And Yet Blockade Persists
The National Farmers Organization in Wayne County calls off its stall in at Cambridge City livestock market while a similar drive blocks unloading ramps at Terre Haute PMA market. At New Castle receipts fall to about half. Over 50 NFO members block PMA, refusing higher prices. Muncie packing plant operates at 75 percent capacity, delaying rehire until meat supply normalizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press International
National Farmers Organization
Wayne County
Cambridge City
Producers Marketing Association
Terre Haute
Milton Harris
New Castle Yards
Bill Baker
NFO
PMA
Muncie
John Hartmeyer
Marhoefer Packing Co
Suspect Hunted in Bank Robbery Near Indianapolis
Federal officers and Indianapolis police hunted Andrew Willoughby, 25, an ex-convict, in connection with a $3,935 bank robbery at Eminence. He allegedly fled with the loot Friday as his wife Catherine was arrested at an apartment.
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Indianapolis
UPI
Eminence
Andrew Willoughby
Catherine
Dr Brady on Cold Exposure and Health Letters
An editorial excerpt discusses personal exposure to cold and its link to illness. It notes the CRI view that everyday exposure is unlikely to cause new disease, citing the British Medical Research Council and inviting readers to send brief letters to Dr William Brady for response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G.W.L
British Medical Research Council
Dr. Brady
William Brady
el Camino
Beverly Hills
Puzzling riddles and echoes in folklore
A collage of two famous puzzles explains a wondrous mechanism in a large box with two lids and many parts used by carpenters. It lists paired items like chest and eyelids and a second riddle set uses echo answers to match sounds to common phrases.
Miller Denies Offering Smith Job Over Public Relations
Washington based former congressman Frank E. Smith says William G. Miller discussed a possible job or retainer in 1951 or 1952, without naming the company. Miller calls Anderson’s column insinuating bribery unfounded and says he may pursue action after reviewing the charges.
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Washington
PAI
GOP
William G. Miller
Frank E. Smith
Dmiss
Miller
Smith
Lockport Felt Co
House
Lockport Felt Company
Knoxville
Jack Anderson
New Yorker
Congress
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William . Buckley, JR
Grenfell
Navy Department
Julien C, Hyer
George W Crane
Hopkins Syndicate, Inc
Surance
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Crane Mellor
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