Repayment record argues loans are not giveaways
The editorial argues U S foreign loans are repaid balances, citing that over 16 years only a tiny fraction of principal was written off and that through 1940 1980s nearly $46 billion in loans were repaid while about $8.9 million was lost. It notes many nations owe and pay, cites figures by allies, and defends continued aid despite wartime tensions.
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Russia
Poland
Hungary
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Philippines
Iran
Turkey
Indonesia
U.S
Eisenhower
America
Guzman de Pietra
Quiz Corner readers ask and learn by mail
The column answers varied trivia from sea snakes needing surface to breathe, to Bahara desert day night temps from 133 F to near freezing, to stainless steel used in cars. It cites the New Jersey explorers George Herke and Frank Sam completing the Atlantic row in 1806 in a small 18 foot craft with 18 days and 18 hours at sea.
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P.W. A
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Frank Sam
New York
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Scilly Islands
le Vox
Amar Richard
Skirts Falling In A Modern War Of The Sexes
The essayist argues against reinstating skirts, claiming women look better in skirts than in pants. He cites Robert C. Ruark and notes a global shift toward trousers while acknowledging persistent sexual competition. He asserts sex remains strong despite fashion and predicts skirts will largely disappear. Copyright 1687 for The Gazestad.
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Robert C. Ruark
Bob
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University of North Ceralina
Sau
Troyeers
Intercepted Message June 8 1957
A brief note titled Intercepted Message dated June 8 1957 addresses a fictional bus and a well known printer Etaoin Shrdlu. The message suggests a light exchange about consolation prizes and references a traditional typesetting filler name Etaoin Shrdlu.
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Bus
Etaoin Shrdlu
Berkeley Springs Quismasier Col. Francis Fisher Signing
Col. Francis Fisher, newspaper quismasier of Berkeley Springs West Virginia, signs off with closing remarks and personal note in a period style item. The piece conveys local personality and a nod to colonial era facing.
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Francis Fisher
Quismasier
Berkeley Springs
W. Va
Thought for Today Harsh words burn all they touch
A reflective Thought for Today warns that harsh words are the dreary path of vitriol. They burn what they touch and leave ugliness in their wake, urging restraint and kind speech.
Readers Forum Exposes Rifts Over Bond Issue And Youth Culture
In a fragmentary Readers Forum, letters critique the South Charleston bond defeat and social policies, mocking backwoods culture while debating education and government roles. The exchange features Editor signatures and concerns about youth, religion, and political alignment in The Gazette.
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South Charleston
Khrushchev Presumption Tops TV Talk in 1960s Column
Bob Considine surveys wild remarks by Khrushchev on television, debating pay TV and Dodgers with California, plus satirical remarks on Longfellow, vodka, and world affairs. The column weaves in jokes about Pepsi, Pfizer livestock pills, and Tito's diplomacy, reflecting a busy, opinionated column style.
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Bob Considine
Nikita Khrushchev
Dulles Sways Ike on Asia and Cabinet reshuffle
Dulles swayed Eisenhower on Asia policy amid South Korea tensions and an American GI accused of robbery. Amid fighting in Formosa and a Japanese civilian death, Dulles presented a new version of a firing range incident while Wilson disputed it. The episode influenced Ike to reverse course on Asiatic relations. A separate note covers a historic GM du Pont split and George Humphrey’s move to National Steel, amid cabinet shifts and antitrust interests.
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South Korea
John Wilson
Robert Reynolds
Formosa
Japan
Dulles
Girard
Wilson
Army
Eisenhower
Secretary of State
Philippines
General Motors
du Pont
America
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Pana Co
Humphrey
Brownell
Riesel: Teamsters Strike Halts Atlas Missile Program
Victor Riesel reports that a Teamsters strike, tied to the Southern Conference of Sensor Fact and other defense workers, halted operations at Patrick Air Force Base and jeopardized the guided missile program. Army officials warn of further delays as union activity roils the test schedule and internal Teamsters concerns surface.
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Riesel Patrick Air Force Base
Florida
Cape Canaveral
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Eamsters
Eliverers
Khrushchev Thas
Daughters of the American Revolution
Dave Beck
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