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Free world cautious on Poland Hungary shifts
The article weighs optimistic views on Poland and Hungary against the enduring strength of the Soviet Union. It suggests Poland may gain real independence and end some Soviet economic ties, while Hungary's fate remains uncertain. Across satellites, the Iron Curtain could breach, yet Moscow’s control remains substantial and the Cold War continues.
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Poland
Hungary
Russia
Yugoslavia
Soviet Empire
Soviet Union
Germany
Czechoslav Bulgaria
Albania
East Germany
Moscow
Siberian Pacific
Europe
Gomulka
Tito
Kremlin
Prosperity outlook drivers optimism among businessmen
United Front Ay SAM DAWSON reports that businessmen and economists widely predict exuberant prosperity through late 1956 into 1957. They cite strong employment, rising production, and expanding demand, though warn corporate profits lag and credit tightness could nudge the boom. Top executives in capital goods foresee a bright horizon despite risks.
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Ay Sam Dawson
New York
Europe
Middle East
David F. Austin
Vic
U. S. Steel
Guaranty Trust Co. of
Poland Revolts as Moscow Economy Strangles Nation
The text details Poland's break with Moscow's 20th century rule, citing famine era bread riots in Poznan and a shift toward independent policy after Soviet economic pressure. It notes Poland’s exports to Russia rising under occupation yet benefiting little from living standards, while Moscow kept tight control over coal steel and electricity. The result is a broader warning about totalitarian regimes imposing austerity from outside.
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Tito
Moscow
Poland
Stalin
Kremlin
Russia
Poznan
Russians bluff or move world toward war over Egypt
World Today by James Marlow argues Moscow may bluff to divert from Hungary brutality, while pressing a risky UN backed plan to attack Egypt with the United States. The piece questions President Eisenhower’s stance, the UN veto risk, and whether Soviet leaders will restrain or grow ruthless as they press Middle East dominance.
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James Marlow
Washington
Hungary
Egypt
White House
United States
Russia
United Nations
UN Security Council
Britain
France
Council
James C. Hagerty
Eisenhower
Middle East
Stalin
How to Carry On Interesting Conversation
Dr George W Crane urges a simple H E L P formula to ease date anxiety. Hobbies Entertainment Laughter and comics Politics provide safe prompts. The piece includes a sample booklet offer and notes on community notices from Salem Center events and local visits.
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George W. Crane
Jerry B
Dr. Crane
Horoscope for Tomorrow and Birthday in 1957
The reading notes that tomorrow brings fluctuating outcomes for well planned ventures and urges diplomacy in dealings requiring cooperation. In 1957 early progress comes from new ideas at work or a possible job change, with emphasis on relationships and stimulating social activity. A travel dream may unfold June to September, and a late-month financial opportunity is possible with cautions against extravagance in December. A birthday child is described as perceptive, independent, and powerful.
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Pacman Cumverante Oy
Hgh School
Dagwood & Blondie
Ponaye
Lil Abner
Tomorro
Tomorow
Hydrocephalus in infants and outcome notes
Dr. Jordan discusses a 10 month old with slight hydrocephalus. The condition involves excess brain fluid causing skull stretch and may be present at birth or arise later. Symptoms vary. intelligence may be preserved. Outcome depends on cause and speed of fluid accumulation, with possible recovery or relief via early treatment and surgery.
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Edwin P. Jordan
Inside East Berlin Mental Hospital A CIA Officer Finds a Target
Milo Marek, a U.S. Army Reserve major working for the CIA, enters an East Berlin hospital to locate Hermann Gruss among schizophrenia patients. Marek reveals his mission and contacts Gruss, who is wary yet curious, as they discuss treatment, pills, and the broader political danger surrounding their meeting.
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MVD
Milo Marek
United States Army Reserve
Central Intelligence Agency
East Germany
America
American Central Intelligence Agency
Sam Roberts
George Hillyer
Phillip Emerson
Hillyer
CIA Planning Board and Underground Ties Revealed
A dialogue reveals the CIA leadership trio of H ee head, Emerson, and General Roberts as the planning core. The speaker casts doubt on a Berlin stay and mentions orders, past underground activity, and a fearsome drug link to schizophrenia.
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CIA
Emerson
General Roberts
Army
Central Intelligence Agency
Grant
Berlin
Tom
Oderbruch
Hitler
Franz
Mason Church Groups Host Socials and Dinners
About 27 attended a joint Halloween party for Sunday School class 8 at Mason Methodist Church with prizes for Jane Burgess Sharon Maynard Joan Van Meter Jane Turner Shelia Walker and Joy Thabet. A dinner for four Plunkett daughters drew some 80 guests at the Roush home. Prizes at a masquerade hosted by Gladys Riley went to Miss Van Meter Mrs Casto and Mrs Junior Riley. Nursery Class at Mason Methodist held a masquerade party for 15.
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Salem Center
Hollis Grate
Athens State Hospital
Max Edmundson
Edwin Davis
West Virginia
C. E. ‘Overly
C. F. Edmundson
C. E. Overly
Gallipolis
Dean Salts
John E. Salts
Holzer Hospital
John Bobo
Tipp City
Dora Bobo
Charles Salts
F. P. Zuspan
McDowell, Ky
Frank Saylor
William Saylor
Daugher
Teresa Lynn
McArthur
Robert Saylor
Hamden
Herman Sorrell
Seymour
Ind
Ralph Gaston
Mansfield
Raymond Cottrill
Forest Camp
Mr. Camp
Cottill
C. Bryson
Henry Bryson
Ames
Mason
Lester Zerkle
John Turner
Mason Methodist Church
Jane Burgess
Sharon Maynard
Joan van Meter
Jane Turner
Shelia Walker
Joy Thabet
Charles Plunkett
Minnie Dudding
Vella Spurlock
Huntington
Inez Rhodes
Edna Bruce
Charleston
Eber Roush
Gladys Riley
Miss van Meter
Casto
Junior Riley
Ralph Warner
George Bruce
Florida
Dupont
Belle
W. Va
Avenell Hart
Ruby Ertz
Lee
Herman Ross
Rose
Parkersburg
Woodrow Foreman
Lieula Rorish
Letart
Roy Heaton
Tampa
Fla
Dayton Raynes
Ann Walsh
Virginia Noble
Middleport
Guy Roush
Mitin
Mary
Ft. Wayne
Garet Warnholt
Los Ange Calif
Lillian Grimm
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