San Leandro Debuts Unique Library Center Amid City Growth
Editorial praises San Leandro for opening a multifaceted library center with lecture halls and meeting rooms, calling it a model for civic planning. It notes concurrent progress including a $502,000 marina dredging project, imminent disertown plaza redevelopment, and a third sewage treatment expansion, all seen as a coordinated, citywide renaissance.
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San Leandro
Crater
Disertown Plaza
Central Business Distri
Tts
Library Center
Kennedy Brothers in Cabinet Controversy Sparks Debate
The nationwide TV interview features Robert Kennedy rejecting a future Attorney General post under his brother Jack Kennedy. Critics call nepotism at the pinnacle, arguing it risks public perception, bias in legal advice, and sets a precedent for future administrations.
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Robert Kennedy
Jack Kennedy
Tolon
Kennedy
Robert
Kennedy Prepares to Beat Roadblocks in Congress
President elect Kennedy weighs rapid legislative action with minimal opposition. He considers backing Speaker Rayburn to secure control of key committees and to expedite measures. Leaders like Green Clark and Anderson push swift, united moves to avoid Senate filibusters and ensure quick passage of his program.
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Washington
Kennedy
Congress
Sam Raybarn
Mosse Tales Committee
Rayberi
Il Ie Nelieved
Allen
Cos Fmlice
Dais Tmenta
Comonlitees
Thal
Binck
Senate
William Green
Philadelphia Democratic Organization
Seimedy
Hwan
Patria
Joseph Clark
Nic
Green
Bennedy
Viat
Committee On Committees
Clark
Clinton Anderson
N.M
Interior
Anderson
House
Ann Landers Advice Column Excerpts Dinner Table Tensions
Dear Ann Landers letters reveal family turmoil with meals and behavior. A father moderates five children while a mother enforces complete servings, prompting a kitchen nightmare. Other readers seek guidance on marriage deceit, finances, and dating at teenage years.
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Ann Landers
Shia
Dione
Cainta
Dale
Hale
Dear Ann Landers
Paylis Drar Viglis
The Congo eel salamander in Florida waters
A fragmented piece discusses a large salamander like eel said to live in Florida and the Congo region. It describes its size up to about three and a half feet, sharp teeth, and that it preys on small fish and larvae. The text notes its mostly aquatic life, rare confrontations with humans, and a unique vocal ability.
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Alen Landers
Wes Vaich
Congo
Florida
United States
Vie Pinta
Jenaui
Language puzzles and spelling questions from a reader
A mixed set of questions about grammar pronunciation and word meaning. It asks for correct forms such as the proper pronunciation of exuberance and misspelled words, and includes a math riddle about an original number using algebra.
Colonialism to Chaos In Africa by Barry Goldwater
Barry Goldwater argues Western nations failed Africa by backing colonial structures and warns that independence efforts lack preparation. He suggests a Western backed interim protectorate to accelerate economic and political readiness while opposing communist influence in Africa. He emphasizes Western civilization bears responsibility to extend its gains through aid and guidance.
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Sen
Barry Goldwater
Africa
Mobutu
Canga
United Nations
Lumumba
United States
New Plant Investment Forecast Shows Decline in 1961
A 1961 first quarter survey by Commerce and SEC signals weaker outlays for new plant and equipment. Forecasted 1961 spending drops to about 35.7 billion dollars from earlier projections near 38.4 billion, with economists expecting a possible bottoming in Q2 or Q3.
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New York
Commerce Department and Securities and Exchange Commission
Telxi
Souie
Thallards
Minny A
Sovix
Ceireanss
New Yorks University School of Retin
Josepin
Blame For Accidents Goes Deep By Sydney Harris
A Harper-style meditation argues accidents reveal human folly more than mere physics. The author cites a chartered plane crash blamed on weather and overloading, but contends pride greed and vanity in education and sport culture often drive such disasters. The piece questions accountability, FAA enforcement, and the ethics of prioritizing costs over safety.
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California
Tany
America
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