Pitfalls Of Planned Economy Examined In Communist Nations
Article argues that Soviet Cuba and other Communist states show how planned economies fail as Khrushchev admits price miscalculation raises food costs. It notes Cuba imports food, lacks exchange, and people suffer while Hungary Romania struggle with managerial skills versus party politics. It contrasts with private enterprise in the free world.
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Community pride grows with first symphony concert for children
The Messenger notes August plan for a third annual college edition at Ohio University. It highlights the Athens Business Association’s role in fostering cooperation among merchants and Ohio University to improve life in Southeastern Ohio. The article focuses on the first children’s symphony concert by the Ohio University Orchestra directed by Dr. Karl Ahrendt, supported by IODA, the Athens Junior Women's Club, and the School of Music.
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Pedestrian Malls Bring Life to Fading Shopping Cores
Urban planners study pedestrian malls as a cure for shrinking downtowns. M R Wolfe notes relaxed, social atmospheres can boost trade, with streets forming open spaces, varied widths under 40 feet, short lengths around 600 to 700 feet, and focal points like churches, totem poles, or clocks.
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Justice or union bias in Milwaukee court case fuels debate
Mrs. Mary Ellen Benson was fined $10.40 by a Milwaukee court for attending church on Sunday, after Judge Robert Miech ruled she should have joined a union meeting. The column argues the case exposes conflicts between religious observance, union rules, and court authority, urging separation of church and state and warning against union arrogance.
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Robert Miech
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Dear Abby responses and a call for civic action
A column features Abby answers on marriage strain curfew for a 15 year old girl and modern art confusion. A side note urges readers to vote and cites Edmund Burke about the triumph of evil when good people do nothing.
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Citizens weigh city finances and traffic law in Athens
A readers column in Athens argues against salary raises for city workers and details a traffic dispute at Morris Avenue and East State Street. The writer describes installing a stop line sign, the limited effect, and alleged repeated violations by police and city vehicles, urging council and mayor accountability.
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Grubstake and Baby Bonus for Newlyweds Aid
A columnist urges in laws to avoid cash dole and instead provide a grubstake or baby bonus to newlyweds. Proposes down payment for a home to stabilize budgets and prevent divorce, plus medical and education support for grandchildren. Calumet Farm ties Kentucky Derby wins to Louisville notes.
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Mystery of the crumbling cookies vexes space snack study
Space scientists, led by Raymond Crowley, investigate why snacks crumbled during Malcolm Scott Carpenter's May 24 flight. Pillsbury and Nestle doubt cookies failed, cite high capsule temperature around 104 to 105 degrees, and await government reports to guide further research.
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