In Our Opinion Drivers This Is It
A cautionary editorial urges drivers to double vigilance as summer ends and children flood streets. It stresses that youngsters may dart into roads and drivers must be prepared, asking parents to reinforce safety and warning to prevent tragedy during the school break.
Help Wanted One Cow Person In Texas Ad Sparks Debate
A Texas newspaper ad seeks “one cow person” and requires profanity proficiency to avoid inferiority in the presence of experts. It also notes sharing a bunkhouse with three cowboys who seldom wash, illustrating a troubling and discriminatory labor portrayal.
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Pessimists and optimists clash over current business trends
New York AP survey contrasts views on economy with dual readings. Pessimists cite slowing growth, weaker retail sales, and rising prices while optimists emphasize ongoing demand, healthy spending, and planned investment. Market swings and inflation fears fuel the debate as analysts parse data on jobs, credit, and defense civilian demands.
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Paul Harvey on anger over Hilton veterans incident
Opinion piece argues the May Hilton veterans incident shows public anger is misdirected. It urges restraint, criticizes boycotts and urges directing displeasure at those with real authority to change policy.
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Rivers Under Fire as Rivers Drunk and Policy Clash
Drew Pearson reports repeated cancellations of Armed Services Committee meetings as an $18 billion weapons bill stalls. He claims Rep Mendel Rivers, hospitalized for drunkenness at Bethesda, has battled drinking for years while pushing a 106 page attack on Secretary McNamara and expanding defense programs including missiles and nuclear ships.
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Boyle's Americana: Notes on columnists and Vietnam era politics
A collage of quotes about newspaper life and politics, featuring a columnist mocked for originality and a House committee drama tied to Vietnam funding. The piece lampoons media and public figures, noting a chairman's absence and a hospital stay amid deadlines and pay disputes.
Today in History June 14 highlights from 1777 to 1940
On June 14 1777 the Continental Congress adopted John Adams's resolution that the Stars and Stripes be the flag of the United States. 1775 marks the founding of the U S Army. 1841 saw Canada's first Parliament opened in Ottawa. 1913 completed the Panama Canal Gatun locks. 1940 Germany occupied Paris in World War II.
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HEART HEALTH QUESTION ON HERNIAS AND TRUSSES
Reader details years of wearing two trusses for a groin hernia and now pain. Dr Coleman explains hernias vary by type, risks of neglect, and that trusses are not cures. Surgery can be safe with modern techniques, but examination is needed before treatment.
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