Two-term limit debate echoes from Eisenhower to Kennedy
Eisenhower muses on term limits for Congress and the presidency while Kefauver introduces repeal legislation. Kennedy avoids the question at a press conference, noting he would discuss such issues after leaving office. The piece explains power dynamics, seniority, and the presidency’s final decisions.
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Dwight D. Eisenhower
Eisenhower
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Estes Kefauver
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Republic
Kennedy challenges De Gaulle over Europe and NATO
President Kennedy confronts Charles de Gaulle’s stance on excluding Britain from the Common Market and building an independent nuclear deterrent. He argues U S support for Britain aims to forge a unified Europe and deter communism, while De Gaulle remains isolationist. Kennedy seeks direct talks with other European nations to realize allied aims.
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Charles de Gaulle
France
Britain
Kennedy
United States
Europe
de Gaulle
J. W. Fulbright
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Napoleon
David
Goliath
Khrushchev
Free World
Fulbright urges stronger presidential power in foreign affairs
In a Fund for the Republic convocation discussion, Sen. Fulbright argues for expanded presidential authority to act decisively in foreign policy. He cites the Cuban crisis, saying Congress should empower the President to respond quickly to dictators with nuclear arsenals, despite checks and balances.
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Sen. J. W. Fulbright
Senate Foreign Affairs Committee
Fulbright
Fund For the Republic
Modern firms chase new inventions for industry and space
The author notes two inventive paths: automation gear and aerospace alloys with exotic metals, while questioning what new consumer dreamstuff exists for households. He cites DIY toys like Tinker Toy and Stax, urging business leaders to deliver tangible consumer innovations beyond industrial and space tech.
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Fay Henle
Dear Abby Advice Columns on Habits and Marriage
A reader asks Abby to pray for a neighbor who smokes via chewing tobacco and another questions a daughter’s psychology use. Abby advises not to expect miracles and to respect the daughter's choice. A wife asks how to curb affectionate husband’s constant kissing and Abby redirects to reflect on a bigger issue.
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Abby
Personal Cases Typewriter Aided Child Harley Education Lift
A father recalls spending 37.50 on a used typewriter that sparked Della to excel in school. Her mother taught typing, used wall charts, and led to better grades, extra credit, and future goals in teaching or writing, illustrating the value of home educational tools.
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Dr. Crane
Feeding Birds Brings Unending Winter Joy in West Virginia
Don O Aten Letart of West Virginia shares lifelong passion for bird feeding. He describes methods for cardinals blue jays woodpeckers and small songbirds using corn suet fat pork cracklings and crumbs. He notes the ongoing delight and value of observing bird life during harsh winter weather.
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the Messenger
Don O
Life Begins At 40 and Employed Later in Life
A columnist discusses age discrimination in hiring, noting many seek inexperienced youth while some older applicants lack needed skills. A 51 year old widow seeks pleasant office work but lacks typewriting and shorthand skills, suggesting business schooling. Personal anecdotes about dogs and aging industrialist F Lloyd Wessel include vitamin injections and the call for an employment tips booklet.
Isolationism Resurrected in American Debate
The piece argues isolationism may reemerge as discontent grows over unequal European burden sharing. It notes NATO gaps and European reliance on US deterrence with missiles and bases, while warning a withdrawal could spark a sudden disaffection and retreat to the Western Hemisphere.
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John Foster Dulles
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Europe
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Turkey
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Indochina
Algeria
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Mike Mansfield
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