Budget proposal up to 71.8 billion dollars faces criticism
The new federal budget calls for a record 71.8 billion outlay for the next fiscal year starting July 1. It allocates 63 percent to national security with 38 billion for armed forces and projects a 73 billion tax intake, while Connecticut residents face a 78 million increase in state-level support. Congress debates possible cuts in non-defense items amid warnings of inflation and recession dangers.
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Eisenhower
Connecticut
Connecticut Public Expenditure Council
Congress
Treasury
George M. Humphrey
Byrd
Virginia
Still Looking for Answers on Nuclear Energy Program
The piece argues against shrinking atomic energy work without guarantees no other nation will advance. It cites the Atomic Energy Commission fiscal report showing 1.6 billion dollars in costs, a 25 percent rise, with expansion by AEC private industry and other nations into basic research and power reactors. Over 700 million funded enrichment efforts.
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Atomic Energy Commission
AEC
Nuclear materials spending and research push referenced
The speaker notes heavy investment in uranium plutonium and other special materials for atomic energy and weapons development with a $281 million expenditure and asserts ongoing deep, permanent engagement and unresolved questions.
Congress Hesitates Over Ike Middle East Action
The administration warns of grave danger in the Middle East from communist aggression and seeks authority from Congress. Secretary Dulles has explained the plan, but many lawmakers hesitate over a blank check and where funding will go. The editorial urges prompt decisive action to prevent Soviet influence without delay.
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Middle East
Dulles
Congress
Truman
Hoover
Senate
Eisenhower
Washington
Ike
Kremlin
Massive new eight lane superhighway eyed in Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Department of Public Works outlines a proposed eight lane highway from Boston to the New Hampshire line. It would be the most modern superhighway yet and receive top priority under federal aid, signaling a nationwide push for broader, longer roads and greater travel.
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Massachusetts
State Department of Public Works
Boston
New Hampshire State Line
New Year’s Plus Ten on Modern Travel
The New Haven railroad unveils a lightweight streamlined train with Alpert calling it progress. The column reflects on progress versus nostalgia for old trains, aircraft, hi fi, and Edison records, noting discomfort could linger from past Charleston dance sessions.
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New Haven
West
Alpert
Daal Webster
Sigmund Freud
Webster
Edison
Caruso
Charleston
Proposing a Monetary Commission to Overhaul U S Finance
The President calls Congress to authorize a great monetary commission to study the U S financial system. It would propose laws and policies affecting mortgages, savings, pensions, stocks, and credit, aiming to modernize tools for multi trillion dollar institutions and protect small businesses. The move follows long-standing gaps in financial law and could reshape economic policy for generations.
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Great Monetary Commission
Congress
Aldrich Commission
Federal Reserve System
Federal Reserve Act
Federal Reserve Board
Quotes from leaders and experts sketch postwar views
A collage of quotations from figures such as Sugar Ray Robinson Dmitri Shepitov and Ignac Haberler touching on war strategy peace in the Middle East and personal decisions about emigration. The remarks reflect varied opinions on military science diplomacy and national direction.
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Sugar Ray Robinson
Quincy Wright
University of Chicago
Middle East
Dmitri T. Shepitov
National Whirligig eN Faces Egyptian and Hungarian Crises
The piece argues the UN’s survival hinges on U S Britain and France uniting quickly to resolve crises in Egypt and Hungary. It contends the UN failed to curb Britain France and Israel in Egypt and that Nasser gains legitimacy while Western diplomacy weakens. It notes Eisenhower’s stance shifting under pressure and predicts rising Soviet influence in the UN as more nations doubt the organization.
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United Nations
United States
Britain
France
Eerot
Bri
Tain
Israel
World Organization
Middle East
Gamal Abdel Nasser
Cairo
Eisenhower
Dag Hammarskjold
London
Paris
Ike
Port Said
Nasser
Ben Gurion
Macmillan
Mollet
MASSS Ate It Up Toscanini Masses Adore For 17 Years
AP analysts review the enduring impact of Arturo Toscanini and the NBC Orchestra. The fiery conductor’s precise, expressive baton work and occasional singing of melodies elevated the orchestral meaning of classical works. His influence and presence are described as unmatched and unlikely to recur.
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NBC
Masess
Arturo Toscanini
Canada Bars Probe On Newsprint Hire Price Rise
Justice Minister Garson said there will be no anti combines inquiry into the new four dollar per ton newsprint price increase effective March 1. He noted the inquiry if initiated would come from the anti combines director or the government, but he sees no justification to start one now despite price rises. Powell River Sales of Vancouver announced the latest boost.
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Ottawa
Stuart Garson
Commons
T. D. MacDonald
MacDonald
Garson
Stanley Knowles
CCF
Winnipeg North Center
Powell River
Lat
Vancouver
Mollet to visit Washington on Algeria and NATO fears
Premier Guy Mollet plans talks in Washington on Algeria and France's place in NATO as UN debate looms. Paris warns that an Algerian split could trigger uprisings, threaten Western alliances, and shift balance in Europe. John Kasper and segregationists cited at article end.
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Preemier Guy Mollet
Washington
France
Algeria
United Nations
Mallee
Dratee
NATO
Free World
Molocco
Tunisia
Indo-China
Mendes-France
Morocco
Texas
New Mexico
United States
Africa
Switzerland
Paris
Mollet
New York
Suez Canal
Nasser
Moscow
Western
Europe
Middle East
Western Europe
John Kasper
Citizens' Council
Clinton, Tenn
Roger Putnam Faces Ouster as Van Norman Director
Roger L. Putnam says he will not be renominated to the Van Norman board, a post he has held since 1928. Segal informed him he opposed the pace of expansion and he will not seek renomination at the March 23 meeting. Van Norman produces machine tools textile machinery cutting tools and automotive components.
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Springfield
Mass
Roger L. Putnam
Package Machinery Company
van Norman Company
Putnam
Truman
Herbert S. Segal
van Norman
Segal
Walter Batterson the Hartford Politician and Crusader
Walter E. Batterson, scion of the Travelers Insurance founder, was a relentless challenger of hypocrisy in Hartford politics. Twice mayor, he fought prohibition and isolationist complacency, rallying for decisive leadership before Pearl Harbor.
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Walter E. Batterson
Travelers Insurance Company
Hartford
Batterson
J. Henry Roraback
Pearl Harbor
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