Foreign Aid Debate and Public Skepticism Across Decades
The piece argues that U S foreign aid since World War II totals about 60 billion dollars, sparking public fatigue and political criticism. It questions the lack of clear explanation from leaders about the aid’s purpose and benefits while noting some tangible outcomes in Europe and Asia.
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New York Times
Europe
John Q
Congress
Eisenhower
America
Truman
France
Italy
Far East
President and Inflation Failing to Act on Economic Woes
The piece argues that the President has voiced beliefs on inflation but has not acted to fix dire economic conditions. It notes rising prices, devalued savings bonds, heavy taxes, and a weaker dollar, urging accountability for past deficit claims and current inaction.
Letter Drive Urges Stockholders to Aid Restoring Sanity
A call to Americans to write to presidents of companies where they hold stock or savings to urge support for honest public life and to counter foreign influence. The author cites James M. Thomson of Berryville Virginia and argues that life insurance and savings have lost value while taxes and living costs rise, urging action to protect freedom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Republic
James M. Thomson
Berryville
Mr. Thomson
America
Work-Nots
Khrushchev’s Shifting Tactics Hint at Cold War Stalemate
The piece ponders Khrushchev’s alternating rhetoric from friendly to hostile and questions whether Moscow’s moves reflect internal Communist power struggles or a broader strategy. It notes disarmament talks faltering, fears of surprise attack, and Pravda’s mockery of inspection plans, ending with why Khrushchev raised the topic at all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Khrushchev
Communist Party
United States
Kremlin
Geneva
Eisenhower
Pravda
Soviet Union
Doctor Crane's Personal Cases Why does Harry fib to his wife
In this interview a Pittsburgh steel mill worker named Harry is accused of denying interest in Dr. Crane's psychology column while secretly clipping and filing its issues. The doctor explains older men resist new ideas, conceal reading habits to protect ego, and urges readers to explore updated medical and psychological facts. He promotes a booklet on sex differences and invites requests via the newspaper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry
Harry W
Pittsburgh
Short Term Installment Buying Remains Strong in Recession
During the recession consumers drift toward short term credit for soft goods and nonauto purchases while avoiding long term auto loans. Banks report timelier payments and delinquencies gentle, with reserves and higher personal savings seen as cushion for a recovery in credit sales when conditions improve.
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American Bankers Assn
Northern Trust Co
Chicago
ABA
American Collectors Assn
Federal Reserve Board
Standard Financial Corp
Steinbeck Meets His Own Words in Rome Pastry Tale
In Rome a baker reproduces six Steinbeck covers in pastry. Steinbeck buys The Wayward Bus after seeing the display and eats his own words for dessert. A Texan couple in California’s redwoods jokes about leaving the underbrush as a secretary delivers cold cream dialogue.
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Italy
John Steinbeck
Rome
Steinbeck
John Fuller
Fuller
California
Redwood Forest
Bud
Horoscope for tomorrow and year ahead for Columbus
The reading notes favorable vibrations for tasks and gains through cooperation, with cautions on budget and August and late November spending. For birthdays, progress on personal matters and long term finances with romance possible in September, and career gains in October and December. A child may be empathetic yet prone to jealousy. Also, a state auditor reports budget increases by the Highway Liquor and school foundation programs as the year's largest spenders.
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Columbus
Highway Department
Liquor Department
School Foundation
These Days Picks Quarrel Over Schools
Tucson public schools superintendent Robert D. Morrow criticizes Sherman Adams and argues for fair trials in the public education debate. He urges a focus on real student needs and critiques the quality of schooling, college readiness, and national educational standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert D. Morrow
Tucson Public
Sherman Adams
Goldfine
Morrow
Adams
Nero
Tb Q: Public understanding of tuberculosis remains flawed
Dr Warren W Furey warns only six percent of people answer tuberculosis facts correctly. Misconceptions persist about vaccines and sanatoria. despite progress TB remains widespread and vigilant public health effort is still needed.
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Warren W. Furey
Tuberculosis Institute of
Chicago
Cook County
Furey
Brain Game quiz answers recap
1 Mark Twain wrote about a beggar boy Tom Canty. 2 Booth Tarkington created William Sylvanus Baxter. 3 Darling children are Wendy Michael and John from Peter Pan. 4 Little Women features four March sisters. 5 The Children Hour girls are Alice Allegra and Edith. 6 Kipling's Kim has last name O Hara.
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Tom Canty
William Sylvanus Baxter
Peter Pan
Longfellow
Kipling
Kim
Mark Twain
Booth Tarkington
Wendy
Michael
John
Four
Alice
Allegra
Edith
O'Hara
The Messenger Publishing Co. Address and Rates
The Athens Messenger and Sunday Messenger publish daily and Sunday editions with carrier and mail delivery options. Rates include one month 1.25 for mail and 2.00 for seven weeks special Ohio and West Virginia mail, with various yearly figures and post office details.
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Athens Messenger
Sunday Messenger
Ohio & W.va
Ohio & W. Va
Athens
Ohio
Postoffice
Associated Press
the Messenger Publishing Co
W. Union 8T
Athens, Ohio
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James Marlow
Jim
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Tillie
Thanx
Peter Ennedan
Knickerbocker Hotel
Los Angeles
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Office
Doctor Crane
George W. Crane
By Sam Dawson
By Bennett Cerf
Bennett Cerf
King Features Syndicate
Cforge Sokolsky
W. W. Bauer, M.D
American Medical Association
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