Harvard expert warns over half of adults may be functionally illiterate
David Harmon argues in Harvard Educational Review that the Census Bureau definition underestimates literacy needs. He cites two national surveys showing more than 50 percent of adults over 25 struggle with materials 11th grade level or higher, including tax forms. He urges raising functional literacy and questions look-say methods, noting U S education officials reviewed his findings positively.
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Harvard Educational Review
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Liberal tilt in network news draws both praise and ire
A former top news executive faults his network for ultraliberal bias and fires on West Coast staff viewed as card carrying communists. He notes a culture where liberal alignment is required for advancement, echoed by a rising NYT figures like Tom Wicker and debates stirred by Vice President Agnew.
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Daily Crossword and Cryptoquote Puzzle Update
Cryptic puzzle grid shows clues across and down with mixed wordplay and abbreviations. Includes a cryptogram sample LONGFELLOW and a quote attributed to Montaigne about writing versus understanding a good poem.
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Violence erupts as Congo Republic prison revolt roars
Violence flared in the Congo Republic as prisoners at Stanleyville central prison revolted breaking gates and charging through the town. Mrs. Mattie Schorre of Flatonia stayed with her sisters Mrs. J Hartman and Mrs. Jim Doletsi. Mr. and Mrs. Marion Weber vacationed in Denver Colorado.
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Questions on Alien Draft Relief From Selective Service
An editor’s excerpt presents Colonel Morris Schwartz answering reader questions on alien liability for military service. It covers residency status, eligibility for relief, and the procedure to apply before induction using the form Application by Alien for Relief from Training and Service in the Armed Forces.
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Austin
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Sterilization debate and vasectomy factors
In a reader correspondence note, the columnist discusses male sterilization, focusing on vasectomy, its permanence, psychological effects, and the need for joint discussion with a spouse and a doctor. It notes reversible techniques being explored and stresses counseling to avoid impulsive, irreversible decisions.
Right to file limited by permanent residence status
The right to file the application is limited. If you have been admitted for permanent residence you are not eligible to file. Brookee classified ads prompt readers to take action and note residency status as a factor.
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