Taylor's Strategic Shift From Massive Retaliation
Gen Maxwell D. Taylor argues in The Uncertain Trumpet that massive retaliation is fallacious and needs reassessment. He favors flexible response allowing targeted, timely force with an emphasis on versatility over a single dominant arm. His views merit full debate regardless of current opinions.
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U.S
Maxwell D. Taylor
Army Chief of Staff
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Taylor
Air Force
Farewell to the farthing in Britain and its fate
The article notes that about 250 million farthings minted since 1860 lie unused as the Royal Mint stopped striking them in 1956. It explains why the coins failed to sell and hints at nostalgia for the old perk of being cut off without a farthing.
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Great Britain
Royal Mint
Weather Rivalries Across Hemispheres Spark Comparisons
The piece contrasts northern winter chills with Australian heat over 100 to 123 degrees, notes Americans longing for mild climes while Australians envy snow. It touches on the Rose Parade in Pasadena and a Washington vs Wisconsin game, ending with a Disraeli quote about nurturing the mind.
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Derland
Australia
Breakfast quarrel over marmalade and finances
A husband and wife spar over marmalade, breakfast peace, and mounting bills. He longs for a quiet morning while she lists debts from mortgage to braces and champagne, invoking names and jokes to deflect.
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Baron Rothschild
Helen
Errol
Astronaut
Mr. Astaire
Tall Texan Johnson crushes Senate liberals in early sessions
Lyndon Johnson dominates Senate politics as liberals clash over rules and leadership. He moves to curb liberal power with a quiet secret meeting that yields a 51 to 12 victory, reaffirming his one man style while calming Northern and Southern factions.
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Lyndon Johnson
Senate
Johnson
Senate Democrats
Sen
Paul Douglas
Dtil
Douglas
William Proxmire
D-Wis
Democrats
Dear Abby Advice From a Lifetime of Letters
A reader seeks help in ending an old romance with a married man who keeps contacting her. Abby advises resisting contact and pursuing new interests. Additional letters express concerns about family dynamics, parenting a special needs child, and coping with in law taunts.
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Abby
Horoscope for Tomorrow and Birthday Prospects in 1960
Planetary influences favor emotional balance and tolerance to avoid later conflicts. Evening scenes offer friendly companions and relaxing hobbies. If tomorrow is your birthday, expect strong personal relations through mid July and happy home life. Occupational ups and downs may occur but optimism helps end the year with gains. Health should improve versus prior years. Avoid risky assets in March or November for quick profits.
Consumers Spend More Despite Higher Interest Rates
Consumers are spending more this year despite higher interest charges and tighter money. Home builders report harder mortgage financing. auto dealers and appliance makers note higher monthly terms raise costs. Pay later services and lumped bills may push total interest higher for many households.
Stop Me If You Can The Ninth Floor Elevator Scene
A breezy motion picture prevue on Broadway shows crowding elevators as audiences rush to exit. Fred Allen and a stout woman are boxed in before doors close, while a man on a coast to coast jet flight jokes about getting off at Denver during newsy light humor.
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Fred Allen
New York
Los Angeles
Denver
Bennett Cerf
King Features Syndicate
Blushing Coed Finds Edge in Social Teasing
Dr George W Crane counsels Linda W an 18 year old college coed who blushes at provocation to shift focus from herself to others and compliment peers. The psychologist explains blushing as a mix of physical reaction and social dynamic noting teasing by boys stems from Linda’s visibility and self consciousness.
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Linda
George W. Crane
Linda W
Dr. Crane
Hemophilia Subject Voices Personal Struggles and Fate
A hemophiliac recounts early bleedings and painful memories in a 1955 prize oration by Ralph Zimmerman. He describes school age risks, transfusions, and the hope of normal life, noting his death from hemophilia in 1956.
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Ralph Zimmerman
Wisconsin State College
Interstate Oratorical Association
Straitsville Councilmen Sworn In for New Terms
Straitsville village council met January 5 to swear in six councilmen William Calvin Joe Downs Harley Kemper Ray McManus Ernest Miller and William Beck Jr with Melvin Emrick presiding and Ruth Burgess treasurer and Margaret Beattie village clerk present Calvin named council president.
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New Straitsville
Melvin Emrick
Robert Layne
William Calvin
Joe Downs
Harley Kemper
Ray McManus
Ernest Miller
William Beck Jr
Ruth Burgess
Margaret Beattie
Calvin
East Hocking Local transfer appeal to Logan City School District
A Committee of Interested Parents urges voters to transfer the remaining East Hocking Local School District to Logan City School District. They argue Green Elementary must stay with the district as a whole and note past enrollment losses to Logan City and doubts about Starr-Washington High School future.
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the Messenger
Green
Logan City
Starr-Washington
East Hocking
Logan
The Athens Messenger Postal Rates and Address
The Messenger Publishing Co lists subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions, mail delivery options in Ohio and West Virginia, and period rates. It notes publication details and the Athens Ohio postal address 43 W Union St for mail.
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Athens Messenger
Sunday Messenger
Ohio & W Va
U. S
Possessions
Athens
Ohio
Associated Press
the Messenger Publishing Co
W. Union St
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Ridgewood
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