Editorials On Beacon Hill: Massachusetts Drifts From Crisis
The piece laments nine months of legislative session producing 750 acts, condemns tax and spending mistakes, and predicts a widening revenue gap. It accuses Governor Furcolo of ineffectiveness, notes missed tax reform, rising property taxes, and failing public services, forecasting continued instability for the commonwealth.
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Ourgo
Furcolo
State House
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Keating Crusade on Cuspidors Signals Change in Public Taste
Senator Kenneth B. Keating of New York attacks spittoons in the Capitol, led by housewife protest and gaining female voter support. The column argues the crusade reflects a broader shift away from rustic politics toward presentable rhetoric and TV readiness, suggesting Kennedy would lose support if shown with a spittoon on air.
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Kenneth B. Keating
New York
Capitol
Capitol Hill
Congress
U.S
Andrew Jackson
Keating
Jack Kennedy
In Brief Highlights From Barrington Fair And Local Events
Attendance and betting records at Barrington Fair show strong disposable income in the area. John M Flynn notes open $50 windows were well patronized. The Riggs Clinic’s success prompts questions about endorsing an outpatient mental clinic in Pittsfield. University of Massachusetts graduate school enrollment nears completion. A Stockbridge Bowl de-weeding program aims to reduce weed problems for three years. Dalton’s anniversary dinner honors Winthrop M Crane Jr with tribute to Martin F Glendon by Dr P J Sullivan.
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Barrington Fair
John M. Flynn
Riggs
Pittsfield
Harry C. Solomon
University of Massachusetts Graduate School
Martin F. Glendon
Dalton
P. J. Sullivan
Winthrop M. Crane Jr
Dangerous Precedent in Mt Greylock Tramway Case
Boston Herald notes that a 1959 legislative rider guaranteeing interest on tramway bonds foists debt on the public, reversing earlier logic that revenue bonds would not add to state debt. The piece argues the tramway rider undermines the authority model and could set a costly precedent for other agencies. It cites Sen Parker and Sen Conte and warns of broader fiscal implications for Massachusetts.
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Senate
Mt. Greylock
Parker
Taunton
Sen. Conte
Pittsfield
Sen. Parker
Mt. Greylock Reservation
Massachusetts Turnpike
Notes and Footnotes From an Old Berkshire Issue
A fragmented column weaving observations on autumn color in Lebanon Mountain and Thanksgiving prep with memories of the Berkshire Life Building in Pittsfield. It references Khrushchev’s peace push, ship Rotterdam design, rising ice cream production, a 1904 Iroquois Theater fire, and Berkshire Life Insurance’s 1912 fact book.
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Lebanon Mountain
New York
Barrington Fair
Berkshire Life
Lawrence Dennis
Khrushchev
Rotterdam
Morning Press
Pittsfield
Chicago
Jeanette A. Higginson
Lenox
George Higginson
Tanglewood Arbor
Berkshire Life Insurance Co
France
Berkshire Eagle items reveal local ties to national events
The Berkshire Eagle notes weekly Aldermen meetings may start early next year while a historic monthly cadence remains. Williams College tennis captain is Stanley Benton of Great Barrington. Local youths join Dr Curtin’s football plans as Berkshire mill labor issues unfold. Dr Coolidge and his son join the Berkshire Woolen strikers alongside Mrs Elizabeth Sprague Coolidge at a Chamber Music Festival. Dr John F. Condon, Lindbergh kidnapping intermediary, visits Becket and vows to keep investigating. W Wendell Budrow leads Community Chest gifts division. Local players Clarke and Woodger win best-ball at Pittsfield CC. Shirley Hoyt, daughter of Mr and Mrs Hoyt, begins work in Muhlenberg Hospital lab in Plainfield New Jersey.
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Board of Aldermen
Yar
Stanley P. Benton
Great Barrington
Williams College
Dr. Curtin
Albert Sprague Coolidge
Harvard University
Albert Sprague Coolidge Jr
Berkshire Woolen Co
W. Wendell Budrow
Community Chest Campaign
Russell E. Clarke
Herbert Woodger
Pittsfield
Shirley Hoyt
Frank R. Hoyt
Pomeroy Ave
Muhlenberg Hospital
Plainfield
N.J
Capitol Hill Seeks Moon Shot Impact On 1960 Campaign
In Washington a moon shot test looming near the Sputnik anniversary could shape 1960 election issues. Republicans and Democrats debate education aid, missile budgets, and space program funding as Khrushchev’s visit stirs disarmament hopes and Berlin tensions.
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Congress
Cratic
Nikita Khrushchev
Washington
Leva
Capitol Hill
White House Conference On Children and Youth
Letters on Greylock tramway and public reform
Adams asks editor if the legislature can repeal the Greylock tramway measure and calls for action. Also praise for Mr. Hebert, dated Miss Mary Ricciarini of 38 Sibley St Pittsfield, commends his dedication and salary level.
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Field
Hebert
Mary Ricciarini
Sibley St
Pittsfield
Support the Scouts To the Editor of THE EAGLE
A letter from Mrs Frank G Stracuzzi of Lee urges support for the annual Boy Scout Drive amid concerns about juvenile delinquency. She speaks from experience as a mother of three scouts, praising hiking camping canoeing and sharing as beneficial activities for boys in winter and year round.
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Lee
Frank G. Stracuzzi
Disillusioned Letter Attacks Sen Cramer Supporters
Roger Wellington writes to The Eagle expressing shame over voters who backed Senator Cramer after the Tramway sneak episode, questioning pride in their choice and voicing disillusionment.
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Rogie
Sen
Cramer
Roger W. Wellington
Pittsfield
Unjustified Criticism in The Eagle Editor Letter
A reader defends Vin cent J. Hebert, superintendent of Parks and Recreation, amid a local political clash. The letter targets Raymond Hazebone, Ward 2 city council candidate, labeling him inexperienced and unqualified for public service in Pitts.
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THE
EAGLE
Hagle
Vincent J. Hebert
Department of Parks’ and Recreation
Raymond Hazebone
Hogebone
Pitts
Washington Khrushchev Resent Reflections On Soviet Economy
Khrushchev is seen as a canny trader with sharp pride in Soviet output. He dislikes hints of Soviet inferiority and aims to project equal or superior economic strength. Western officials may need mercantile dealings through cautious, businesslike intermediaries to navigate his propaganda and trade aims.
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Washington
Nikita Khrushchev
Soviet Union
Khrushchev
West
United States
Chamber of Commerce
America
Mr. K
Oil boom tale ends with farmer’s wary response
A Kentucky man gives a lift to a farmer amid oil field scars and pumping rigs. They discuss quick riches and local oil stories. the farmer, owning three wells yielding rumored 3000 barrels daily, says he’ll buy a farm with no oil.
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Kentucky
Capper
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