Linn County Library Plan Promises Expanded Access
The Cedar Rapids Gazette endorses a proposed Linn County library system that would let rural residents use Cedar Rapids libraries with a one mill tax levy. It envisions reciprocity with other communities, shared funding, and broader services while preserving local autonomy. The piece critiques a Minnesota tourism map error by St Paul and Minneapolis chambers as an unhelpful misstep.
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Board of Supervisors
Cedar Rapids
Linn County
Sino Soviet Rift Sets Stage for Heated Kremlin Talks
Delegates from China and the Soviet Union face a tense backdrop as Beijing demands Khrushchev’s ouster and Moscow resists Chinese influence. The feud spills into diplomacy with embassy expulsions and consulate closures while alarms over shared weapons aid and potential nuclear leverage intensify the standoff.
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Ashington
Khrushchev
Moscow
China
China and Soviet Tensions Rise Over Border Revolt
The article describes renewed Sino Soviet friction with Moscow arming Sinkiang rebels near the Chinese border amid suspicions over China's nuclear ambitions. It notes 1960 uprisings near Tacheng and Ining, refugee asylum, and a July Moscow meeting on a nuclear test ban as US and USSR discuss nuclear restraint.
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Sinkiang Province
Moscow
Communist Party
Sinkiang
Two Party Thinking in Communism Praised as Possible
The piece compares Soviet coexistence and Maoist factions to liberal and conservative wings within a future two party system. It notes internal competition is unlikely and domestic peace differs from global lines. The essay suggests evolving viewpoints may broaden conflict and cooperation in Iron Curtain politics.
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Russia
Red China
Soviet Union
Red
Mao Tse-tung
Lenin
Marx
Uncle Joe
Congress Reform Hindered by Power-Loving Chiefs
Roscoe Drummond notes that congressional reform efforts face resistance from the so called power structure in Congress led by committee chairmen who aim to block or dilute changes. A Senate Rules subcommittee held a hearing on reform proposals but obstacles persist as insiders prefer delay.
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Ashington
Congress
Senate Rules Subcommittee
Ribicoff Sets Good Example in Civil Rights Debate
The article lauds Senator Abraham Ribicoff of Connecticut for his calm, principled stance during the early civil rights debate. It highlights his call for self restraint, acceptance of minority rights, and insistence on law applied equally to all citizens. It also critiques congressional reform delays and the Hayden leadership on hearings.
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Ashington
Senate
Abraham Ribicoff
Connecticut
Sen. Ribicoff
House of Representatives
Kennedy
World Series Rivalry Recalled In Wedding Day Anecdote
An elderly bookkeeper recalls his wedding day as he gives a tale to a young cashier collecting for a forthcoming wedding. He jokes that they have been fighting for the world championship ever since, implying a lifelong competitive bond.
Tokey fragments of Iowa City storms and notable figures
A 1953 retrospective recalls a severe wind and rainstorm hitting Iowa City injuring several and damaging property and lines. It notes Tommy Smith, 13, working for the Daily Iowan, and Roy Hough selling oleo after a July 3 law change. Also referenced are wartime leaders, Cedar Rapids memorial events, and local racing and band notices.
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Iowa City
Tommy Smith
Larry T. Smith
Daily Iowan
SUI
Roy Hough
Newton
Memorial Coliseum
Sam Steinberg
Council Bluffs
Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Atlantic City
Earl Wood
Johnny
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India
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Georgia
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Roscoe Drummond
Ribicoff
William S. White
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New Jersey
Joseph Clark
Pennsylvania
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Carl Hayden
Dariz
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Hayden
Senate Appropriations Committee
Capitol Hill
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Clark
John Sherman Cooper
Kentucky
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Charles H. Grahl
State Selective Service
Des Moines
Charles Burton Robbins
Powers
Monticello
Stanley Vesely
Coe
Chicago
George Clark
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