McCain urges U S to defend Panama Canal access
Admiral McCain testified that maintaining passage through the Panama Canal is essential to U S economic security and military power. He warned against abandoning control of the canal, noting America's sea dependence and Soviet influence near the Caribbean.
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U. S
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Indian Ocean
Soviet Union
Caribbean
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Cowboys Sing Troubles From The Old Chisholm Trail
The article notes the Old Chisholm Trail as the most popular cowboy ballad sung by cowhands on long drives. It highlights its inclusion in a National Geographic Cowboy Songs album and outlines origins and uses of cowboy songs in calming cattle and boosting morale during night watches.
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Chisholm
Texas
Abilene
Kansas
Chisholm Trail
National Geographic Society
James A. Cox
Cox
Laredo
England
Webbs Attend Dallas Merchandise Showing for White's Auto
Melvin and Jane Webb owners and manager of White's Auto Store attended the semi annual merchandise showing May 24 25 at the Statler Hilton Hotel Dallas Texas. They joined over two hundred dealers from seven states to view fall and Christmas season goods. Giftware promises bigger lines with new offerings. The Webbs received merchandising and advertising counseling and attended sales clinics on radios sewing machines appliances and tires.
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White’s Auto
Statler Hilton
Dallas
Texas
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Debates at the country store over taxes and government
In a rural Andrews County setting readers discuss national finance. Zeke Grubb headlines claim that the average American worker will soon be self employed and government funded wages shrink. Ed Doolittle cites budget figures while Clem Webster derides public aid and corruption.
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Bug
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Clem
Washington
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Robert Morgan
South Korea
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Africa
Hong Kong
How to cut air conditioning costs this summer
Practical tips to save electricity include service checks, using a thermostat in the upper seventies, keeping filters clean, vents clear, and doors and windows closed. Increase attic ventilation, insulate up to FHA standards, weatherstrip, trim shrubs, and use outdoor cooking when possible. Consider high EER units and request our booklet by calling 523-3620.
Remembering the Ice House by Bill D Brooks
A reminiscence about a community ice house owned by a friend's grandfather. The barnlike building held thick walled ice blocks weighed 300 pounds, delivered by hand, cut into smaller pieces, and kept from melting with sawdust walls and a quilted ice cover. Children aided delivery and learned the craft through regular visits.
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