Red China poised to explode atomic bomb this summer or fall
A Tokyo report claims Communist China plans to test a nuclear bomb soon, altering Geneva talks on a test ban. The piece argues China will not heed Moscow once armed, challenging the balance of terror and the feasibility of a Western China talks pathway.
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Tokyo
China
Geneva
Red China
United States
Russia
Britain
France
Peiping
Moscow
Soviet Union
New England Welcomes Liberalized Trade Boosts Exports
A New England Council report suggests the six-state region could gain more from expanded international trade than it loses. Growth in exports and rapid manufacturing innovation may benefit the economy and help balance payments, though some sectors like footwear could be hurt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England
New England Council
Six-State
Japan
Canada must confront Cuba threat to North America
The article argues Ottawa clings to a flawed Cuban policy while Castro acts as a Kremlin tool. It urges Canada to prioritize North American defense and sustain Cuba's economy to prevent a Soviet-backed beachhead, warning against neglecting broader NATO interests and self-preservation.
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Ottawa
Cuba
Canada
Diefenbaker
U.S
Americas
Washington
Castro
Kremlin
Western Alliance
NATO
North American
England
France
West Germany
Readers debate elder care plans and free choice in health policy
A letter-writer defends the Kerr-Mills program for aged care and warns against the King-Anderson bill, arguing federal funding with state administration preserves independence and broad coverage. The piece critiques cost, scope, and potential loss of choice, urging careful use of funds and states’ roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King Anderson
Kerr-Mills
King-Anderson
New York
Massachusetts
Vermont
Elizabeth Giddings
Old Bennington
Kind to Lobsters and Other Humane Thoughts
A letter argues humans are the most compassionate animals aside from tame pets and condemns cruelty to crustaceans. It cites authorities recommending soaking lobsters in fresh water before cooking to reduce pain, then boiling slowly with a mesh to separate feet from heat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earth
New
Mighty Tasty Just the Same Vermont Maple Memory
A Vermont reminiscence celebrates maple syrup from childhood sap buckets to modern varieties. The author recalls taps on front lawn trees, kitchen-boiled sap, and family pride in homemade syrup, contrasting early charm with today’s flavored pancake houses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermont
West Coast
Mehitabel
WCTU
Dental Bills Rise Yet Dental Service Improves
AP reports dental bills are higher due to operating costs but patients receive more for their money. Productivity per hour jumped 42 percent from 1951 to 1960 as new techniques and staff support speed treatments. The US 93,000 dentists far exceed the USSR’s 45,000. Orthodontists grew from 500 in 1940 to over 3,500, serving both children and adults.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bennington
Ayres
the Vaccination Inquirer and
Health Review
AP Business News
NEW York
The
American Dental Association
Government
United States
U.S.S.R
Association
Soviet Union
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Bennington Banner
N.E
Brandon Manitoba Sun
Marugasiry
Jos
Prudential Committee
Greater Bennington
J. M. Ayres
Sadie Leader
Pleasant St
Arlington, Mass
Advocate
London Evening News
Kentucky School Journal
Elizabeth Dwyer
North Bennington
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