United Nations 25th anniversary under fire amid reform calls
The United Nations faces criticism for weakness and parochialism after 25 years, with observers noting it has not become a world arbitrating power. A U.S. commission led by Henry Cabot Lodge calls for staff and military beefing up and procedural reforms as debates over the Middle East continue amid UN involvement. Washington views suggest the UN may fail to resolve the Arab–Israeli conflict, fueling debate over its future and continued American funding. Separate coverage reports the Mafia’s influence on legitimate businesses, including transport and airports, as investigated by Senator Magnuson and tied to broader racketeering concerns.
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Probe Mafia Grip On Business and Warrant Promises
A report notes customers pressing for warranty fulfillment after stolen appliances. Hearings on two bills are set for Sept 29-30, with Senate staff slow to begin a broader Mafia inquiry. The piece also surveys Shriver’s Democratic campaign activity and rivalries at the presidential level, along with insights on Indira Gandhi and Golda Meir in world affairs. The Council of Economic Advisers reports an uptick in most indicators though unemployment climbs, while Wall Street shows risky bankruptcies and mergers.
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Walter O Keefe: From Quiz King to Alcoholics Anonymous Speaker
The piece recalls Walter O Keefe once famed for Double or Nothing and his swift fall into failure and alcoholism. It praises his later AA advocacy, describing his courage, honesty, and growth as he travels to speak, transforming his public persona from quip master to sober mentor.
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Corry eclipse drew region into rare night fall
A total eclipse spectacle dominated Corry and much of the northeast as daylight faded to dusk, then total darkness, lasting minutes within a five hour plus event. Nearby notes recall 40 years ago Red Cross work and traffic light installations, with Corry Evening Journal details and local staff credits.
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Autumn Daydreams Run Amok in New York
An AP dispatch riffs on autumn daydreams with wild, humorous fantasies. The piece lampoons idle fantasies from office capers to grand schemes like bottling cola, renting a love nest, or spying on public figures, blending satirical jabs about society and politics with pop culture icons.
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What Is The Law Does Landlord Sue Over Escrow Last Month Rent
A reader asks whether a landlord may sue a tenant for last month rent when escrow funds are used for that purpose. The article explains that lease provisions may state that deposits are not returned until vacating and inspection, giving the landlord grounds to sue for last month rent if escrow funds were misapplied.
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