Great Society Programs Need Review
President Johnson urged re-examination and strengthening of Great Society programs after the 1966 elections. Rep Al Quie criticized the war on poverty as top heavy and bureaucratic, proposing new direction and expansion in some areas while stressing minority party scrutiny and potential impact on Democratic actions.
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al Quie
Quie
Congress
Jokes Fail to Lighten Grim War Contagion of Suffering
The piece argues humor cannot ease the grim Arab Israeli conflict noting thousands dead and displaced, refugees in need, and a hard path to reconstruction. It emphasizes Arab humanity, warns against cynicism, and calls for aid to avert starvation and suffering amid ongoing tensions.
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Israel
Dodd's Ethics Defense Ends In Comedic Parody
The piece critiques Senator Thomas J. Dodds Senate ethics defense arguing it reframes wrongdoing by comparing crimes to opportunities not taken. It likens his claim of honesty to a robber or pickpocket's defense and mocks the logic while noting ethics remains the topic.
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United States
Thomas J. Dodd
Senate Chamber
Senate Ethics Committee
Dodd
Sen. Dodds
Conn
Opinion on litter and TV ad limits in the nation
The St Louis Post Dispatch notes litter across states versus clean areas, urging education and public policy. It urges park road protection, school lessons, and federal billboard standards while warning against aggressive commercial clutter in TV by limiting interruptions. Strong emphasis on responsible civic behavior and industry self restraint.
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New Hampshire
Congress
National Association of Broadcasters
ST. Louis
Austin Newspaper Classified Rates and Notices
A sample newspaper item lists subscription rates and delivery zones for Austin Minnesota. Rates show weekly, quarterly, semi annual and yearly options with mail zones and military addresses. Address details include subscription changes and a publisher contact.
Turn Back The Clock Thirteen Years Ago and Related Notes
THIRTY YEARS AGO the 1937 Union Daily Vacation Bible School closed with a picnic at Todd Park for 400 children. The Mower County Fairs board doubles its prize by awarding two automobiles this year. TWENTY YEARS AGO N G King near Dexter featured in Capper's Farmer for turning 42 acres frost damaged crop into car corn silage. TEN YEARS AGO Joe Dauer became president of Austin Albert Lea B n a i B'rith at Hotel Albert Lea. Residents of Nicolville vote June 25 on a proportional share of District 27 debt since 1952 in case of merger.
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Todd Park
Mower County
Fair Board
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Dexter
Capper
Joe Dauer
Austin-Albert Lea B'nai B’rith
Hotel Albert
Albert Lea
Louis Kotlarz
Austin
Nicolville
Iowa and Minnesota Legislatures Abortions and Adjournment
Minnesota legislators finish business ahead of heat while Iowa considers tax relief and educational funding. Gov. Hughes opposes exempting personal property from taxes. Iowa House rejects bonds for state college buildings. The Capitol Letter notes voting patterns of C. R. Hansen Helen McMillan and Harvey Labre on key bills. World reaction focuses on doves turning hawk in Middle East crisis and Vietnam policy. Minneapolis election sees Naftalin’s defeat and Carlson’s narrow win.
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Minnesota
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House
Board of Regents
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Capitol
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Metro Council
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Hansen
Metro Sanitary District
Harvey Labre
Middle East
Johnson
Vietnam
Origin of the phrase Bring home the bacon
The expression traces to a country fair contest where success meant catching a greased pig to win the prize. Over time it broadened to mean achieving success or bringing in earnings in any endeavor.
Pro Big Leaguers in 4 of Sports May Launch National Union Soon
In New York, a July caucus may birth an all sports labor union for about 1500 players across football baseball basketball and hockey. Marvin Miller, head of MLB players association, leads efforts to share pensions insurance and welfare data and explore joint projects and lobbying.
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National Union
Victor Riesel
New York
Horseshoers
AFL Cio
George Meany
Marvin Miller
Major League Baseball Players Assn
Park Ave
Miller
United Steelworkers of America
Brooklyn
Berry's World looks at anti trust pro sports bill
The piece discusses Hart Bill proposals to place organized pro sports under anti trust laws while exempting operations. It notes club power to draft and fire players would continue and questions fair hearings for players. It likens rising player unity to a union and a national Brotherhood of Players and Landlords.
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Senate
House
Miller
National Brotherhood of Players
Hall Syndicate, Inc
Israel Army Reserve Strength Proves Combat Readiness
Ray Cromley notes Israel relies on a large reserve force with 120000 mobilized from civilian jobs in 1967. He contrasts Israel's integrated reserve system with McNamara's U S Army Reserve reforms, arguing reserves can be mobilized quickly and remain battle ready.
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Israel
Defesse
Robert McNamara
McNamara
Egypt
Jordan
Israei Army
U.S. Army
Wey
U.S
Pentagon
Tractor accident claims Zumbrota farmer in barnyard
Leon Hinsch, 27, was killed when his tractor overturned in the barnyard of his rural Zumbrota farm while hauling dirt to fill a cave in. He is survived by his wife and three children.
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Zumbrota
Minn
Leon Hinsch
Hinsch
No-Tip Campaign Aims to End Gratuities Nationwide
Lincoln Park New Jersey AP Irving Fitzig leads the No Tip Society to abolish tipping. He claims 300 members in three months with dues of 1 dollar yearly and 25 cards pledging not to tip. He cites cab drivers and waiters as targets while noting some groups support tipping to a 15 percent minimum.
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Fitzig
Greenwich Village
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NOTIP
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Crusader
Social Security Q and A on medical insurance refunds
A public service Q and A explains two methods to claim medical insurance benefits under Medicare. It covers doctor payment versus patient payment, form accuracy, and handling delays. It also notes when premiums start and details on eligibility, timing for applications, and where to submit questions to Stanley Sprecher at the Austin District Office.
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Stanley Sprecher
Austin
Oakland Ave
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