Washington Oddities in Pentagonese and Rail News
A UPI column jokes about translating government jargon, spoof quotes from famous figures, and notes Sen. Birch Bayh blocking Rutherford Poats in foreign aid. Also mentions Jerseyville and Eastern Railroad seeking permission to shut down after a breakdown, with Rep. Tom Railsback backing the rail cutback curb.
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Should I Sign Up for Medicare When I Reach 65
Reader asks about delaying Medicare enrollment and choosing between hospital and medical coverage. Advice: sign up for hospital insurance now. check your current policy for changes at 65. compare with Medicare medical coverage and file timing. Cedar Rapids Social Security Office details provided for assistance.
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Mariner 5 To Probe Venus From Cape Kennedy
NASA announced Mariner 5 will launch June 14 from Cape Kennedy atop an Atlas Agena rocket to study Venus on a four month 212 million mile voyage. The 540 pound craft will pass within 2 000 miles of Venus October 19 transmitting data on radiation magnetic fields temperatures and atmospheric density without a camera.
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Dirt Fortnight Litter Lesson in New Zealand Town
In Auckland New Zealand a timber milling area unveils a town dirt fortnight. Litter will not be swept for two weeks to show how badly streets are piled with trash. Officials hope the period teaches residents an anti litter lesson.
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