Two Generals and a Nation’s Peaceful Call
President Nixon praised Dwight D. Eisenhower for character rather than deeds as he reflected on the late president's peacetime leadership. The piece draws a parallel with Robert E. Lee returning to Virginia to head Washington College and highlights Eisenhower’s aim to lead in education at Columbia University.
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Robert E. Lee
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Taste for unfamiliar food fuels famine in Africa and home
A letter criticizes food waste in the United States and the welfare system, arguing that rationing and gustatory habits drive demand for certain foods. It cites a New Jersey clergyman who rejects traditional Delta fare and doubles flour purchases. The writer laments rigid eating patterns as a cause of hunger abroad and at home.
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Biafra
Fiscal and bank satire mixed with food misgivings
A columnist muses on malnutrition caused by taste preferences and government aid, cites wartime rationing, and contrasts with a Washington banking anecdote about deficit spending. He narrates a sidewalk confrontation with a bank vice president over overdraft limits, proposing a fanciful 50 year loan plan before being redirected to the sidewalk again.
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Washington
Lyndon Johnson
Army overspends on ineffective tank amid inquiry
A congressional inquiry shows the Army spent at least $1 billion over the past decade on a tank deemed to have no military value. Critics call the project wasteful while suggesting the design could be captured by adversaries. In San Francisco police add a new vehicle described as a potty wagon to handle sanitation calls alongside standard duties.
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San Francisco
Nature
Voice Of The People Infantry Veterans Plan Reunion
The 75th Infantry Division Veterans Association plans its 24th reunion in the San Francisco Bay Area August 7 to 10. Ex members in the West lack outreach, hindering participation. contact Arnold Turner at Redwood City or John Howard in Oakland to join.
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Pacific Coast
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Battle of the Bulge
Ruhr
7Th
Arnold Turner
Hastings Ave
Redwood City
John C. Howard
el Dorado Ave
Oakland
Calif
Gym Team Feature in Argus Highlights Mission San Jose
A note thanks the Argus for recent write up on Mission San Jose gymnastics. The mention brings satisfaction to the team and supporters as they reflect on the positive coverage and its impact on the program.
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Argus
Mission San Jose
A Thankful Note About a Sister’s Quick Help
A caller praises her sister Miss Marsha Martin of Fremont aged 22 for swiftly aiding a wounded girl after a freeway crash. The writer says the sister’s calm handling and neck wound pressure may have saved the girl's life and hopes the story inspires others.
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Marsha Martin
Fremont
End of Tsar Rule and Soviet Rise Recalled
A 1947 summary recalls the abdication of Nicholas II on March 16 1917, the February 27 and March 16 events, and the rise of the provisional government. It notes Wilson's recognition, Lenin’s exile and return, and the October Revolution’s brutal consolidation of power in Russia.
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Elihu Hont
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This Day In History United Prove Internationa
On this day in history many events are noted. In 1855 Cincinnati set a precedent by paying fire department members a regular salary. In 1918 the Royal Air Force was founded and soon began World War I bombing of targets. In 1939 Franco announced the end of the Spanish Civil War. In 1946 about 400000 coal miners struck for higher pay.
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