Congressional Terms and the Case for Change
The article discusses original House and Senate term lengths and rotation, Johnson's proposal to extend House terms to four years tied to the presidential election, and the need for a constitutional amendment requiring two thirds of both houses and three fourths of states. It notes the trade off between responsiveness and stability in government.
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States split as Supreme Court weighs Voting Rights Act
The January arguments before the Supreme Court involve South Carolina and allies challenging the Voting Rights Act of 1965 while a broad coalition of states supports Massachusetts and the federal government. Attorney General Katzenbach indicates the Justice Department will back Massachusetts, aligning with civil rights cases of recent years.
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Nicholas de B. Katzenbach
Justice Department
Soft Water Linked to Higher Heart Death Rates
Dr Henry A Schroeder of the Dartmouth Medical School reports in the Journal of the American Medical Association that death rates from heart disease are higher in areas with soft municipal water lacking minerals like magnesium and calcium than in areas with hard water containing magnesium sodium potassium sulfate and barium.
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Tashkent Declaration Seen as Soviet Victory
Henry S. Bradsher assesses the Tashkent Declaration as a diplomatic win for the Soviet Union while noting it fails to resolve the India Pakistan Kashmir dispute. The move consolidates a UN cease fire but leaves underlying tensions and Chinese influence in the region unresolved.
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CIA morale suffers as Ray Cline seeks Europe post
Inside Report notes Ray Cline plans to resign from Deputy Director for Intelligence and move to a field job in Europe. The move follows rising internal criticism of CIA morale under Raborn, and questions remain about leadership after past directors. Bundy ties and Cuban missile crisis links frame the context, with other Washington exits noted at Kennedy Institute.
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Enjoy Yourself Then Work Hard A Balanced Life Truth
Robert Peterson critiques the maxim Enjoy yourself its later than you think as potentially hedonistic. He cites its uncertain origin, contrasts it with the ant and grasshopper fable, and argues for tempering toil with leisure. He quotes Adlai Stevenson and urges readers to seek meaningful rest and self care. For retirement guides request a pamphlet from The Athens Messenger.
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Athens Messenger
Communists Involved In Cuban Controversy
The article outlines a dispute between Cuba and China over a plan to swap rice for sugar, set against the Peking Moscow power struggle. It notes Castro’s timing before a major conference and lists Peking’s rebuke of Castro as a liar, with implications for the Havana meeting and Soviet support for Cuba.
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West Germans Ahead Of French In Liquor
West Germany now drinks far more champagne than France, with 119 million bottles to 52 million. In 18 months they consumed more bubbly than Germany did from World War I to World War II. The column also touches on diabetes awareness, air travel safety, and small daily tips from history and folklore.
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New York
Dolly Madison
Thomas
Dear Abby column explores simple weddings and curious neighbors
A Dear Abby reader asks if a thrifty modest wedding can be dignified with no fuss. Abby says every bride deserves her chosen celebration and invites the couple’s family to share the moment. A curious observer wonders about neighbors without TV or toys and speculates on a cult, but a reader suggests cash conservatism and pacifism.
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On This Date January 18 1966 History Capsule
On this date in 1782 Daniel Webster was born in Salisbury Vermont. He became a famed orator and defender of the union before his death in 1852. In 1871 the German empire was proclaimed with Wilhelm I as emperor.
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Daniel Webster
Salisbury
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Wilhelm I
Prussia
Confidential note quotes worthington childhood guidance
A private message counsels against neglect and poor examples in raising children. It asserts that children succeed despite their parents, not because of them, and speaks about character building.
Fragmented Ad Snippet Mentions Six Month Terms
A garbled OCR passage hints at a six month and one year term with a price or fee figure of $60. Details are unclear but suggests a paid period option.
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