New York City Labeled An Object Lesson In Decay
Barrons cites a front page piece warning that New York City shows municipal decay due to political mismanagement. It notes declines in retail, deteriorating finances, water shortages, a scandal ridden housing authority, and costly city taxes plus wartime rent controls. The piece urges electorates to oust misgoverning officials to avoid similar futures.
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United States
Disarmament Parley in Geneva Fails to Rally Powers
The Geneva talks end with sharp charges and mutual distrust as major powers remain far from disarmament. The Soviet Union and United States cannot give up policing roles or satellites, while the West and communist bloc debate limits. Officials concede only gradual arms restriction may come with time.
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Spain
France
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Bonus To Retire
Congress passed a bill offering a windfall to up to 25 000 eligibles to retire by November 30 They would receive 81 percent added to their regular annuities and retain the current purchasing power of their notes If living costs rise 3 percent in three months benefits will be adjusted to meet them The piece remarks on older civil servants facing retirement and questions the loss of power for those leaving federal service.
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German Economic Miracle Faces Eastward Challenge
Veteran observer notes West Germany's postwar boom led by Ludwig Erhard. The piece argues the miracle hinges on pragmatism over ideology, bourgeoisizing Willy Brandt's SDP, and balancing East and West pressures. It cites Lübeck shop prosperity, East Bloc tensions, and Adenauer's realism as key factors shaping Germany's future.
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De emphasis on talks signals U S military progress in Vietnam
Inside Report notes a shift from negotiation emphasis to optimism about battlefield gains. Johnson’s policy remains to talk when Hanoi is ready, but the April Johns Hopkins stance is tempered by a rapid U S troop buildup dubbed a quantum jump, creating pressure on North Vietnam and the Viet Cong.
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Johnson’s Vietnam stance shifts as peace bloc quiets
Analysis notes a psychological shift in South Vietnam with U S commitment seen as key for village cooperation and base-area disruption. It cites Washington mood, Johnson’s push for unconditional talks, and a dampened peace bloc aided by India Pakistan war signals and congressional attitudes narrowing calls for immediate withdrawal.
Life at Forty Cheesecake Creates Home Bakery Boom
Lois L Posey, a Baltimore homemaker, turns to cheesecake as a profitable home business. After a restaurant order for six cakes, she now delivers to 30 restaurants and four country clubs, with a five figure annual gross, aided by neighbors and relatives.
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Lois L. Posey
Baltimore
Posey
7th District Race Could Hint Trend
Democrats aim to end Clarence J Brown Jr in Ohio 7th District with Clark County swing. James A. Berry touts experience as Springfield official and leads Democratic push ahead of the November 2 vote. Brown seeks independent support and capitalizes on his family name in a largely Republican district realignment.
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Clark County
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Springfield
Clarence J. Brown Jr
Urbana
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Cleveland
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Letters to the Editor Guidelines for Informed Debate
The Messenger invites reader opinions on current topics. Submit brief signed letters with address and phone number, not necessarily for publication. The paper reserves the right to select and condense letters for print.
Dear Abby Letters on Companionship and Family Bible Dispute
A selection of Dear Abby columns covers a widowed woman seeking occasional dating while caring for her hospitalized husband, a long distance relationship with a married man in which the partner delays divorce, a family dispute over a mother's Bible kept by a second wife, and a reader overcoming social blush by facing people directly. The advice ranges from permission to seek companionship to skepticism of the magician like lover and practical counsel on inheritance and embarrassment.
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