Fears of transit and culture clash spark a wandering mind
A columnist riffs on fear itself sparked by travel by BART and San Francisco tunnels, noting how stories of danger shape behavior. He cites historic fables from India and Caribbean myths, then mocks American transportation anxieties from boats to planes to autos, ending with a wary gaze at oncoming traffic.
Torture ship Esmeralda stirs controversy during bicentennial salute
The Esmeralda, a Chilean naval vessel slated to join Operation Sail in New York for the Fourth of July, faces scrutiny over alleged torture practices during the 1973 coup era. Testimonies, OAS findings, and sworn statements describe beatings, electric shocks, and other abuses aboard the ship, prompting debate about honoring Chilean democracy and human rights.
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Washington
Chile
U.S
New York
Ford
Forrestal
Seperbe
Mart Rosa Salvador Allende
Panesale
Organization of American States
Cam
OAS
Esmeralda
Red Cross
Luis Vega Contreras
Israel
Contreras
Ministry of the Interior
America
Frank
Braynard
Famerala
G.L. Servants
Secretary of the Navy
J. William Middendorf
Heredity fears prompt lifelong health vigilance
A reader asks if family illness justifies anxiety at midlife. The doctor says heredity signals risk but prompts proactive care. Discuss blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, weight, smoking, stress, and regular checkups to prevent serious outcomes. An unrelated back pain case advises seeing an orthopedist for X rays and imaging.
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Mr. D
Hell Health
Heredity
Red Lantern
Steinerohn
Debating Credibility in Medical Advice and Media
Readers question whether Dr Crane and Dr Crang prove expertise or mere ego in presenting medical guidance. They cite doctor rankings, editor demands to list credentials, and public appetite for proven professionals in psychology and child welfare.
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Lionel
Case Het
Lionel B
Crang
Psychology
Soutern
Hopkins
Ehpy
Hopkins Syndicate
Lopus
Horoscope for Thursday Zodiac Daily Guide
Aries urges early focus on important tasks to free time for later creation. Taurus seeks better rapport with associates as situations arise to showcase talent. Gemini schedules lime and effort for productivity and health treatment search. Moon Children seek amusements and creative work. Leo advises enjoying home life while carefully assessing a new project. Virgo fosters morning communication and fundamental discussions. Libra studies finances for better standing. Scorpio faces a disappointing morning but progress possible with effort. Sagittarius aims to eliminate daily problems and meet with friends. Capricorn closes ties with loved ones. Aquarius improves conditions for personal growth. Pisces warns against unnecessary risks and sticks to intellectual pursuits.
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ARIES
Taurus
Gemini
Moon Children
Phin
Vonight
Leo
Phun
Virgo
Werriens
LIBRA
Aquarius
Bridge points and play analysis in a bridge hand
A detailed bridge problem from a newspaper column analyzes a spade trap, club finesses, and a diamond switch. It presents the opening lead, defense choices, and declarer play with notes on ideal returns and a suggested bidding response. The piece invites readers to mail a dollar for a pocket guide to bridge by Alfred Shainwold.
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West
Diarhond Pheyugh Dueamy
Declarer
East
Wes
Duovny
Alfred Shainwold
Cory
Shainwold
P.O. Box LII
Los Angeles
Calif
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