Marks of an intelligent person and thinking
Frank L. Oktavec explains that intelligence is a process of thought aimed at meaningful problem solving. He argues intelligence involves discovering relationships, applying facts, evaluating consequences, adopting effective ideas, and considering future impact, timing, and unity of life, with behavior visible only through action.
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Frank L. Oktavec Shaftsbury
History and politics muddle through rival conspiracies and socialism
The writer references groups like the Chicago Seven and Catonsville Nine to discuss conspiracies and the role of history in forecasting the future. He cites Kunstler, mentions Hall Mills, and argues that history tracks human behavior, noting genocidal acts in Cambodia, Katyn, and Yugoslav massacres as cautionary examples. He defends skepticism toward sweeping labels and critiques socialist and communist claims, contrasting them with Sweden’s private economy 95 percent in private hands.
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Sunderland
Chicago
Catonsville
Hamtramck
Nazi Party
National Socialist
German Labor Party
Russia
China
Sweden
Final Soliton: A Rambling Note on Freedom and Oppression
A columnist critiques sweeping global authoritarians while noting Nobel Prize winners, swedish dominance in awards, and flaws in free enterprise. He argues free markets offer high living standards and liberty but admit serious failures, citing Attica and Kent State as minor compared to worldwide repression.
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Attica
Kent State
Looking Back Bennington Almanac Highlights Local News Notes
Fred Moon, longtime night watchman at H W Myers and Son plant, heads to Stockton in a new car funded by his grandfather’s inheritance. Vermont reports 47 forest fires burning 750 acres causing 1200 dollars damage. Putnam Memorial Hospital workers begin tent caterpillar campaign on the tea table property south of the hospital lane. Bennington Graded School District approves a 1950 51 budget of 24923750. last year 2324450. Richard Chamberlain, 21, of Rutland, hospitalized with a fractured spine after a 35 foot pole fall in Sandgate. listed in good condition. Three marked trout prizes awarded to Kent, Cozzaglio, and Karlander. Katzenbach says no action against Vermont poll tax. Bennington Selectmen reimburse Perrotta for sewer work on Ben Mont Ave. Junked autos bill would fine or require crushing. Historical notes list Supreme Court ruling on National Recovery Act, Bismarck sinking, Scorpion loss, Chirac appointment, and Nader critique of merchandise at checkout.
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Fred Moon
H.W. Myers and Son Inc
County Street
Stockton
Cal
Vermont Forest Service
Bennington
Putnam Memorial Hospital
Hospital
Bennington Graded
Richard Chamberlain
Dorr Road
Rutland
Sandgate
Battenkill
John Kent
Manchester
Batiste Cozzaglio
North Adams
Ed Karlander
C.F. Orvis Co
U.S
Nicholas Katzenbach
Vermont
Virginia N. Perrotta
Ben Mont Ave
Kenalene Collins
Readsboro
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Bankers Trust Company
New York
Farmers Trust Company
Burlington
Debt Service
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Goldman, Sachs & Co
Lehman Brothers Incorporated
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American Express Co
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Salomon Brothers
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Durham Furniture Inc
Bennington, Vermont
ELM Street