Des Moines Republicans Endorse Broad Platform Agreement
The Des Moines Republican platform is praised as forthright and broadly acceptable, aligning with welfare reform, civil rights enforcement, home rule, retirement and merit systems, liquor store wholesale sales, and tax study. Critics note length and questions on funding for a proposed academy and highway bonding, yet the piece calls the platform overall a workable basis for Republicans.
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Moderates and Barry Goldwater Face Complex Modern World
John Chamberlain discusses Pacific coast Republicans' views on Barry Goldwater. He notes critics fear Goldwater underestimates government complexity, especially on federal education aid. Lee Johnson of Oregon favors targeted education funding and tax credits, suggesting center Republicans could converge with Goldwater on adaptable policies.
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Washington
Bob Taft
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Remarkable Agreement on Social Security Benefit Increase
The 388 to 8 House vote on raising social security benefits signals political risk in election years. Inflation since establishment justifies a 5 percent increase, though strong arguments exist against it. A near unanimous bid by politicians reflects election-year considerations over economic merit.
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Beginning of the end for Castro as OAS sanctions rise
The OAS moves to halt trade with Cuba and expel its subversive missions signaling a shift in Latin America against Castro. Brazil's overthrow of Joao Goulart, plus Thomas Mann's leadership, unlocks a tougher U.S. stance, with Mexico's stance still uncertain.
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Proof Is in the Pudding Alcoholics Anonymous Faith
A recovered alcoholic describes AA as proof of God’s existence and outlines the twelve steps from admission of faults to carrying the message. He stresses daily sobriety, ongoing self inventory, and amends to those harmed, with Step Eleven seeking divine will and practice in all affairs. Recovery is a two way street through helping others.
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Night Wind freight service extends to Cedar Rapids
The Rock Island Lines announced expansion of its Night Wind freight service from Chicago to Cedar Rapids. Bruce Boyson upset Jack Aldershot in the 18 under semifinals at the Gazette Playground Commission junior tennis tourney and would face his brother Bob for the title.
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Driver Is Ticketed Three Times In Eight Minutes
In the July 25 edition a letter from LeRoy D. Mahoney criticizes a judge and police for a driver receiving three tickets in eight minutes. He argues the police enforce the law and believe penalties should rise with repeated offenses. He asserts the city’s police are capable and urges harsher penalties.
Youth ticketed three times in eight minutes case
Blairstown reader disputes judge’s reasoning on a youth cited three times in eight minutes. He agrees with Police Chief George Matias’s statements and calls for further action or clarification.
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