Pope John Paul II urges Polish nonconformists to take risks
The pope tells Poles that both Christians and Marxists should not fear nonconformity and learn to run risks. He suggests Poland’s future depends on how many will deviate from strict law and order to pursue deeper long term wants. Religious rebels and political iconoclasts may share respectable ground.
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Capitol Hill Gas Deal Sparks Public Scrutiny
The Washington Post revealed 67 cent gas pumps near the Senate garage reserved for top lawmakers and aides. Critics say such perks, including chauffeured cars, fuel, and services, fuel arrogance while taxpayers cover the costs.
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Wordplay woes warn against accidental humor in headlines
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Would Hamlet Work as a Musical for Broadway Bucks
A humorous tale recalls Shakespeare considering turning Hamlet into a musical and facing mockery over titles, setting, character, and deaths. It imagines producers demanding sunshine in Renaissance Italy, condensed soliloquies, and fewer fatalities to avoid grim endings.
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Adam Reflects On Original Good Thing Said
A reflection on originality describes Adam noting a positive claim that no one else had voiced before. The line captures a moment of unique praise and personal satisfaction in speech.
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Synthetic oil drive gains interest in Washington
A memo by Lloyd Cutler Paul Ignatius and Eugene Zuckert proposes a government backed Petroleum Reserve Corporation to finance synthetic oil plants using coal shale tar sands and farm products. They estimate up to 200 billion to reach five million barrels daily within 5 to 15 years and urge swift action amid Middle East oil concerns.
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Pope John Paul II Faces Clash With Polish Communists
Pope John Paul II confronted Poland's communist rulers during a nine day visit. He defended religious freedom and urged independence from Soviet control, while crowds greeted his insistence that Christianity strengthens national conscience against atheistic rule.
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