Genius of Lincoln Fits today’s world editorial
Editorial argues Abraham Lincoln’s words, especially the Gettysburg Address, remain guiding in modern crises. It cites quotes on civil rights, restraint in politics, mob rule, and liberty, noting Lincoln's hope that the living dedicate themselves to unfinished work. The piece blends history with current issues and reflects on how a 19th century president might respond today.
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Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln
Gettyburg
Impressions Of Inez New Nixon image loses Some built-in advantages
In a retrospective on Richard Nixon, Inez Robb notes the image of a seasoned campaigner who now sits among wealth and power. The piece traces Nixon’s rise from a humble start to a wealthy New York profile, comparing past and present campaign props and the shifting public perception of a candidate.
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Richard Milhous Nixon
Harold Stassen
Nixon
New Hampshire
G.O.P
White House
New York
Thomas E. Dewey
Dewey
United States
Senate
Nelson A. Rockefeller
Charles Percy George Romney
Ronald Reagan
Horatio Alger
Smithsonian
North Korea trains commandos to attack U S embassy in Seoul
Washington Merry-Go-Round reports from Seoul that North Korea is training a death by own action squad to strike the American embassy in Seoul as part of a broader guerrilla campaign. South Korean sources estimate 22,000 agents in guerrilla instruction with 2,400 in rugged commando courses. The plan targeted five Soviet undercover and policy figures, including the American ambassador, with Park Chung-hee and the Blue House as ultimate targets.
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Jack Anderson
Drew Pearson
Korea
Far East
Seoul
North Korea
Saigon
United States
South Korea
U.S
Chung Hee Park
William Porter
Kim Il Sung
U. S
Dmz
Vietnam
Sam
Mount Kring and Other Antarctic Names Explain Geography
Maclean explains how U S Navy personnel linked to Operation Deep Freeze have topographic features in Antarctica named after them by the Board of Geographic Names. He notes Mount Kring honors Staff Sergeant A L Kring, discusses nunataks and other named places, and riffs on politics and weather in a light column tone.
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Don Maclean
Washington
Africa
Queen Victoria
Mount
Kring
Antarctica
A. L. Kring
USMC
Sgt. Kring
U.S. Navy
The
S. Board of Geographic Names
North Pole
South Pole
United States
Antarctic
Bolt
Ronald L. Bolt
Cheeks
Noble L. Cheeks
Huckaby
Donnie W. Huckaby
Kazukaitis
Greece
Frank Kazukaitis
Navy
Little America
Maclean Woods
Saigon
Inflation and the wage price spiral critique
The piece notes President Johnson's plea to halt wage and price increases drawing broad support. Labor seeks lower prices while management resists wage hikes, and farmers face a dilemma between labor and management roles. Everyone wants to stop the wage price spiral though the advantages are uneven and risky.
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Johnson
U S. battles Barbary pirates decades long struggle
Washington reports detail the long history of U S ransom payments to Algiers and other Barbary states. From 1785 hostage seizures to 1805 decisive actions by Commodores Bainbridge and Decatur, the United States paid millions and finally used force to end the attacks on its merchant ships. The account cites the Crescent tribute and multiple treaties that followed, illustrating how lasting peace came only after naval show of strength.
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Ray Cromley
Washington
USS
Uss Pueblo
U.S
United States
Dey
Algiers
Congress
Algeria
Crescent
Edgar S. Maclay
Navy
Barbary States
Tripoli
Tunis
Mediterranean
U.S. Navy
President
Enterprise
Maclay
William Bainbridge
Stephen Decatur
Definite rules shape a child’s life and order
Russell Kirk argues children crave firm rules to govern behavior. Without structure, appetites run unchecked and rebellion grows, while loving firmness at home fosters duty, restraint, and character. He contrasts permissive parenting with Hippie rebellion, urging parents to inculcate moral habits early.
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St. Paul
Lincoln's Inaugural Trust and Faith Start
In November 1860 Abraham Lincoln accepted the presidency with gratitude and caution. He urged overcoming fear with firm reliance on free government and divine guidance. The message encourages embracing life’s mission with faith in God and loyalty to national principles.
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Abraham Lincoln
Senate Inauguration Committee
God
Biddeford Daily News Advertising and Rates
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Biddeford
Maine
Paul Casavant
J. P. Ingalls
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