Alcohol seen as major drug problem by UN study panel
International experts from 20 countries at a Paris UNESCO symposium call alcoholism the worst drug problem, surpassing marijuana and narcotics. They urge stronger action against all forms of drug abuse, including sub-alcoholism, with renewed efforts to curb illicit narcotics use.
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Paris
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
Donald A. McCune
California Drug Education Program
U. S
12th Man On The Moon A Lunar Scientist’s Impact
The article argues Harrison H. Schmitt, the 12th man on the Moon, is the first Apollo geologist and perhaps the most impactful. His science background distinguished his observations, signaling a future where scientists accompany crewed space missions.
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Harrison H. Schmitt
Earth
Apollo
Eugene A. Cernan
Schmitt
Cernan
Airlines can curb hijacking by restricting landings
Washington urges rapid action to deter aerial terrorism through airline led accords. airlines would refuse landings to countries harboring hijackers and seek domestic legislation to confiscate ransom money and extradite offenders. Such a plan could end air service to sanctuary nations and quickly deter hijackers.
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Washington
United Nations
U. N. General Assembly
United States
Cuba
Africa
Ment
Disillusioned Students Seek Real Learning At Thomas Aquinas College
The piece notes a wave of campus discontent with American higher education and highlights letters from applicants to Thomas Aquinas College in California. Students praise the small humane program inspired by the Great Books, seeking rigorous study, authentic wisdom, and an environment away from distractions, while contrasting with perceived apathy at larger universities.
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Academy
Ronald McArthur
Thomas Aquinas College
Calabasas
California
Thomas Aquinas
Old Rie
Joweting
University of California At Santa Cruz
Ivy Sophist College
The
Higher Learning
America
Indian Wheat Deal Hush Hush Push Ties To Aid
A top Indian Food Ministry official spent a week in Washington paving the way for a potential 2.5 million ton wheat purchase on credit, about $250 million. India owes the U.S. over $7.3 billion in loans and has received more than $9.12 billion in economic aid, much of it grain.
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India
Ministry of Food
New Delhi
S . Mey
U. S
Food Ministry
Indira Gandhi
U. S. Central Intelligence Agency
Pakistan
CIA
Bay of Bengal
Swaran Singh
A. S
Reminiscences on Truman reveal his rise to the presidency
Bruce Bloss recalls meeting Harry S. Truman in 1945 amid Roosevelt's death and follows Truman from small Kansas City days under Tom Pendergast to his wartime presidency. Friends from World War I battery mates praise his courage and leadership, while Bloss notes Truman's incorruptible character and determination.
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Harry Truman
Chicago
St. Patrick's
Roosevelt
Fdr
Truman
Kansas City
Independence
Legion
Haberdashery
Tom Pendergast
Pendergast
Shifting Views on Politics and Leadership Styles
A political associate hints at shady ties while noting there can be a good apple in every rotten barrel. The text questions motives of fans, and doubts about leaders seeking the White House. It suggests a president might live closer to people in a mobile home and comments on hometown dynamics.
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Truaan Ten Pendergast
United States Senate
Truman
White House
Pendergast
Missouri
Margaret Truman Daniel
Tom Evans
Chicago
Navy contracts under Litton scrutiny prompts budget cuts
The piece accuses Litton Industries of extracting $150 million from Navy contracts while ex Litton head Roy Ash nears a role to cut waste. It cites delays, costs, and a potential $159 million refund, plus broader corporate welfare tied to defense and transport contractors. Senator Proxmire eyes Ash’s testimony on subsidies this Tuesday.
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Roy Ash
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Litton Industries
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2Parate
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Lockheed Aircraft
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Heinz
O. Ash
William Proxmire
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