Photographs from Berlin illustrate the border conflict and self determination
Photographs from Berlin reveal the human cost of the East West barrier. They show an elderly East German couple escorted from a barbed wire line, a defecting soldier and girl leaping toward West Berlin, and armed East German soldiers with a quiet background family watching. The images underscore what is defended in Berlin beyond legal rights. West Berlin’s population outnumbers some UN members, highlighting the city’s significance and the demand for self determination.
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Berlin
West Berlin
East Berlin
West
United Nations
U.N
Security costs and crises keep U S guard up
Washington notes the Berlin crisis may ease without war, yet global tensions persist. President Kennedy pursues disarmament and stronger inspection regimes, funding defenses and warning of higher costs. Analysts expect continued preparedness and inflation risks amid public labor and steel price pressures.
No Excuse for Socialism in Nuclear Energy Debate
The investor owned electric utility sector argues against government plans for nuclear powered electricity, noting New York State utilities advance two steps: a multimillion dollar R and D program and a nonprofit to implement it. Utilities worldwide pursue designs, construction, and research aiming for reliable high temperature reactors to lower costs and keep electric power patriotic and taxpaying, resisting socialized power.
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New York State
Parcel Post as Target to Cut Post Office Deficit
The piece argues for using parcel post to reduce the post office deficit amid President’s budget push for fiscal year 47.5 billion and a looming deficit. It notes post office losses about 7000 million yearly and the reluctance to raise letter and magazine rates. Parcel post, deemed commercial and competition to private carriers, should have rates increased to cover costs.
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Congress
House Post Office Committee
Parcel Post
Byrd Warns on Military Expansion and Rising Deficits
Senator Byrd of Virginia praised the Presidents defense speech as a strong American stance but warned it would cause enormous deficits and higher taxes unless Kennedy cuts non-defense spending. He singled out welfare-state programs as expendable without harming national security and urged greater fiscal restraint from government and citizens.
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Washington
Enterprise Assn. Washington
NEA
Berlin
U. S
Kennedy
Russia
Nikita Khrushchev
United States
Byrd
Virginia
Associated Press
Daily Crossword Puzzle Across and Down List
Crossword entries list clues and answers for across and down words across many lengths. It includes famous figures ages such as Abbi and ancient Rome terms, plus geographic and linguistic hints, forming a full puzzle answer key style.
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California
Rome
Boyle's Column Rehearsal for Retirement in New Jersey
Boyle muses on retirement during a weeklong retreat at a 150‑year‑old farmhouse near Sparta New Jersey. He contrasts city heat with rural calm, reflects on aging and life’s memories, and notes simple chores like lighting a fire and swatting mosquitoes as meditations on time, death, and returning to work.
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Sparta
Berlin
Katy
Common Market growth may hurt US exports
AP analysis outlines short and long term effects of Europe’s six nation Common Market on the United States. Critics warn US exports could shrink as Europe protects its farmers and expands industrial demand while investment overseas rises. Supporters expect overall world trade to benefit and American firms to gain by cheaper inputs and eventual efficiency gains.
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AP Business News
Sam Dawson
United States
NEW York
Citizens Committee
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Christian A. Herter
William L. Clayton
U.S
William F. Butler
Chase Manhattan Bank of New York
Kennedy
United Kingdom
Britain
Department of Commerce
Luther H. Hodges
Europe
France
Bits of Sunshine Amid the Grim News
A short reflective poem urges hope amid distress. Dorothy Huff prays for brighter news and clings to faith, love, and humor as humanity endures a dark period, insisting the age of sin will end with the truth.
Bob Newhart Ready For TV Season Breakthrough
Hollywood AP reports Bob Newhart, unknown 18 months ago, debuts The Bob Newhart Show on NBC next month. He sees TV as the major leagues for comedy, favors a flexible format, and warns viewers must accept less explosive humor as demand grows.
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Hollywood
Bob Newhart
NBC
Red Skelton
Newhart
What can and should we do to meet the European challenge
The Biddeford Saco Journal reports the question on Thursday focusing on how communities and individuals might respond to postwar European economic and political pressures. The piece frames calls for preparedness and cooperation across local and regional levels to meet emerging challenges.
When Talk Fails Paddling Returns in Ohio School Policy
Ruth Millett argues a school superintendent in Ohio supports paddling to curb defiant pupils. She contends talking alone fails and discipline must back up words. The piece contrasts home and school approaches, noting paddling as decisive, though controversial, authority.
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Newspaper Enterprise Assn
Ohio
Sis
Junior
Mama
United Europe dream moves toward economic alliance
Paul Harvey argues that a United States of Europe is within reach driven by NATO like security and the common market. He notes France Belgium Germany and Italy would need major reforms and compromises to align economies and interests across a 300 million strong bloc.
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Winston Churchill
United States of Europe
Europe
NATO
Russia
France
Germany
Italy
Belgium
Netherlands
Luxembourg
Britain
United States
United States and Europe edge toward economic unity
The author argues for a loose federation or union of Western Europe, noting Greece's associate status and rising trade freedom. He predicts a buffer against Russia, observes France and Germany improving relations, and credits Eisenhower and Kennedy for supporting Europe’s momentum while warning of Russia’s growth. Copyright 1961 General Features Corp.
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United States
Russia
Europe
Elbe
Atlantic
France
Germany
Eisenhower
Kennedy
Wester
West Europe
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