Gas Tax Question Pressing Congress to weigh higher fuel levy
The article discusses the administration push for a half cent rise in the federal gasoline tax and considers economic risks. It notes motorists pay about five billion annually in federal and state gas taxes plus equal amounts in other vehicle taxes, totaling around ten billion. The rise could deter gasoline use, especially with smaller cars on the horizon, and Congress should study the issue carefully.
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Congress
Bottomley Keeps Fixes Handy Yet Ignores Self-C care
A lighthearted profile of Bottomley who fixes household items promptly but ignores health issues. He aims to maintain belongings in top condition while tolerating warning signs from his own body. The piece warns that his neglect could lead to a serious health surprise.
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Bottomley
Yardstick for a Good President at AH A Convention
Delegates at the American Historical Association agree on criteria for evaluating 1960 presidential candidates. A strong, forward looking leader who inspires idealism and resists smug complacency is favored, along with skill in avoiding untenable foreign positions and anticipating technological advances.
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American Historical Association
George F. Kennan
Supreme Court ruling on civilians abroad military jurisdiction
The Supreme Court holds civilians with the armed services abroad cannot be tried by courts martial. This creates a problem for overseas discipline and prompts two options: establish U.S. civilian courts abroad or return violators to the United States for trial. Congress must enact law embracing one or both alternatives while preserving the civilian right to trial by jury.
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Supreme Court
U.S
Congress
High Court
Charmaine
What is love in Jim Bishop's arms length view
The essay explores love as a paradoxical, intense, and elusive force. It traces love's emotional highs and pain from youth to middle age, noting its power to elevate and devastate, while acknowledging the speaker cannot define it despite vivid personal experience and literary reflections.
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Pontius Pilate
Praetorium
Roger
Dear Abby Advice and Political Wives Reflections
Dear Abby answers a mother on telling a child about divorce and a reader's note on social gossip. The column segues into a sociological view of presidential candidates wives and the role of marital status in political life.
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Abby
Muriel Humphrey
Muriel
White House
Hubert
PTA
Adlai Stevenson
Thomas FE. Dewey
How to Write a Job Letter for an Interview
Dr Crane offers a guide for Joyce J to craft a one page typed application letter. It advises addressing the letter to a specific person if possible, starting with a strong opening, and using four bold headings: Business Experience Educational Experience Personal Data and References. It also suggests using a library specimen and sending for a Vocational Guidance Kit with postage.
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Joyce
Joyce J
Witner
Glee Club
February Economy Trends Dictate Boom Durability
Autos and steel set the pace as to how long the current boom may last. If new car models sell well, auto orders for steel extend growth. if not, mills may rebuild inventories. Construction shows two faces with home building improving late year while commercial demand remains uncertain. Groundhog Day adds weather uncertainty affecting production and retail, while investors watch February for price trend signals.
Show Boat’s New Score Proposal By Billy Rose
Billy Rose recalls being hired as a consultant for Universal Pictures and proposing a brand new score for Show Boat. He recounts the Laemmle family's reaction and that Universal adopted the idea, replacing Jerome Kern’s music, before he left the company.
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Billy Rose
Universal Pictures
Laemmie
Billy
Jerome Kern
Universal
Bennett Cerf
King Features Syndicate
The Spanking Debate In Parenting Advice Columns
Health experts question the routine use of spanking and urge restraint. The column argues spanking as an emergency measure, linking No with pain to enforce obedience, and cautions against relying on physical punishment as a norm.
Stars Say Tomorrow Brings Recovery Through Effort And Opportunity
The reading urges steady effort and duty, promising gains for ambitious individuals. For birthdays, six months ahead may be dull financially but end-of-year results look strong. June to mid-September boosts friendships, mid-December brings recognition, and the next three months favor science and creative work with romance and travel from May to August.
The Athens Messenger Newspaper Shipping Rates Notice
Advertising and subscription pricing details for The Athens Messenger and Sunday Messenger are listed, including daily and Sunday editions, mail and carrier delivery options, and durations such as weekly and monthly rates. The notice also provides mailing address in Athens Ohio and confirms Associated Press membership.
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Athens Messenger
Sunday Messenger
Malin Ohio & W. Warne
U. S
Possessions
Mae
D. & Sai
Athens
Oho Postoffice
THE
Associated Press
the Messenger Publishing Co
Union St
Ohio
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