College education value debated amid enrollment figures
A column reflects on misreading university and Ames enrollment data and argues against denying college access. Mrs. Willard Archie suggests four years of college adds more value than three, while acknowledging first year benefits. The piece calls for better funding to aid capable students and urges clear Western unity in atomic research messaging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Iowa
Willard Archie
Shenandoah
Education
State Board of Regents
Journal
Ames
Archie
Iown
Atomic Work Bypassed Noted In Sky Object Debate
In the furor over unidentified objects, scientists emphasize non sensational developments. Researchers discuss progress in basic atomic and materials science that remains separate from aerial sightings.
Moonshot silence marks Soviet anniversary without rocket launch
The article notes no moon rocket during the 40th anniversary celebration attended by leaders such as Chou En-lai and U Nu. It weighs possibilities from a failed launch to overhyped Soviet power and suggests Western rivals seek other targets while warning of space-driven Cold War propaganda.
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Soviet
Russia
Kremlin
Chou En-lai
China
Marshall Tio
Yugoslavia
U Nu
Burma
Moon
Outer Space
Earth
Zhukov in Soviet Power Struggles and Western Misreadings
George Sokolosky argues that Western analysts misjudge Marshal Zhukov and Soviet leadership. He explains the primacy of the Communist party over individuals and the dangers of wishful data in assessing Russian politics, noting Khrushchev’s doublespeak and shifting power dynamics.
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United States
Marshal Zhukov
Stalin
Malenkov
Khrushchev
Zhukov
Chou En-lai
Red China
Mao Tzetung
State Department
CIA
Khrushchevy
Washington
Communist Party
Russia
Lenin
Moscow
London
Eple
Kchev
This Day in Cedar Rapids and Beyond Ten Years Ago
Ten years ago Americans faced communism fears while Ellis Arnall urged democracy vigor in Cedar Rapids. Wilson high won the city football title 20 to 7 over Roosevelt as Thad Miller ran 75 yards for the first TD.
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Ellis G. Arnall
Georgia
Executives Club
Cedar Rapids
O ' Wilson High School
Roosevelt
Hill Park
Thad Miller
Wilson
G. K. Thompson
Linn County Grand Jury
Fourth Street
Iowa
Cedar Rapids broker Peter Topic mixed into fruit trade
Peter L Topic of Chandler and Son Inc a Cedar Rapids food broker born in Chicago in 1911 discusses his business in carrot and produce shipments from major growing regions to wholesalers and chains He notes a busy schedule constant communication with distant regions two teletypes long drives and plans for retirement while serving as a lieutenant colonel in the army reserve.
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Peter L. Topic
Cedar Rapids
Chandler and Son, Inc
Sixth Avenue SE
Washington Avenue SE
Chicago
Florida
California
Maine
Red River Valley
Ike Urges Steady Steps In Crisis Address
In a nationwide address President Eisenhower stresses urgency without reckless action. He cites overwhelming American military strength including bases overseas and advanced missiles and submarines, calls for nonpartisan unity, and urges a peaceful path to curb Soviet expansion.
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Washington
Eisenhower
Amercia
America
Free World
United States
NATO
Russia
Pregnancy Possible Even After 42 Says Health Column
Dr. Joseph Mother answers readers about fertility after 42, stressing regular cycles do not indicate menopause and pregnancy is possible. He also advises ignoring a child’s breath-holding episodes and warns fatigue after gallbladder removal requires medical evaluation for multiple possible causes.
Bugs Baer and Swiss Policy in a Moonlit Tone
A fragmented critique lampoons Bugs Baer and Swiss neutrality. The piece sneers at Swiss diplomacy claiming a half aloof stance is best, mocks foreign policy observers, and mentions Locarno and Geneva as distant reference points.
Russia Uses Cultural Exchange as U S Drags Feet
In San Francisco Benj Amino Bufano, famed stainless steel sculptor, received a Moscow invitation to visit for an art and culture exchange. The piece traces how the People to People Friendship initiative progresses in Washington with efforts to bring Russian scientists like Alexandrov and the delays in visa issuance and invitations. The column notes prior visits and notes about Selman Waksman and others given free trips to Russia.
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San Francisco
Benjamino Bufano
California
Moscow
Soviet Union
Washington
Pearson Committee
Eisenhower
Bufano
St. Francis
North Beach Catholic
Sun Yat-sen
St. Mary’s Square
The
San Francisco Chronicle
Peace
Russia
State Department
Eurich
William Lacy
A. D. Alexandrov
University of Leningrad
Alexandrov
Lacy
Professor Alexandrov
United States
Dr. Alexandrov
W. Paul O'Neill
Eve
O'Neill
Pip
O’neill
Ambassador Lacy
New York
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London News Chronicle
George Sokolsky
Young Men's Bureau
Fred W. Bailey
Karl P. Blaise
S. E. Coquillette
Leo J. Custer
P. F. Keehn
A. G. Keyes
Clare Marshall
William Rinderknecht
Harold J. Rowe
H. R. Trewin
Harry A. Palmer
Iowa Masonic Grand Lodge
Marshalltown
Masonic Lodge
Evelyn Braverman
Ann Arbor
Mich
Dana Hall
Wellesley
Secre Geep Ee
Wash. D.C
U.S
Iowa State College
Everett Chandler
Command and General Staff
Som
Leavenworth, N
Army Reserve
Russ Wiley
David Lawrence
Ike
Lawrence
Killian
James R. Killian
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Defense Department
Dr. Joseph
L.M
Bugs” Baer
Locarno
Lausanne
Berne
Zurich
Geneva
Drew Pearson
Alvin Eurich
Ford Foundation
Selman Waksman
Rutgers University Microbiology
George Clark
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