Byrd's Death Marks Enduring Jeffersonian Influence
The Nation notes that Harry Flood Byrd embodied Jeffersonian democracy in U S politics. His death signals the passing of a statesman who long dominated Virginia politics and influenced the Senate with principled resistance to expediency despite changing times.
The Last Heir Of Monticello and Harry Byrd's Public Career
The article traces Harry Flood Byrd from Virginia press and political rise to governorship and long party influence. It notes his liberal roots under Roosevelt, later conservative stance, and his stance on federal spending and race relations while approving governance and policy shifts. It ends with reflections on Byrd’s era ending as Amiel’s epoch of life in multiplicity begins.
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Computer answers phone with voice response system
Automatic Electric Co announced development of a telephone that can be used to query a computer over existing telephone lines and obtain an immediate voice response. The system enables real time data access via phone lines for user queries.
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Computerized credit inquiry described by company president
Darwin H. Deaver explains a typical credit check takes about 30 seconds. A computer connected to telephone switching equipment replies with short voice messages such as Credit okay or Credit not okay. The sales clerk inputs the account number by dialing.
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Darwin H. Deaver
Charcoal grilling tips and reader house hints from Heloise
Readers share tips on pre cooking and freezing steaks for later oven finishing and smoking rib portions on the grill. A reader describes making charcoaled fillet sandwiches from thinly sliced leftovers and freezing prepared portions for future use.
Frightened wife questions marijuana use by husband
Ann Landers advises Frightened to consult a chemist for analysis and warns possession of marijuana is illegal. She notes probable behavioral signs and suggests discussing with a family doctor for guidance.
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Auto Industry Holds The Makers Hands
Detroit faces a safety tire debate as Congress weighs minimum standards. Goodyear Firestone US Rubber Goodrich General Tire dominate tire production supplying Detroit and Akron with hundreds of tire names. Engineers test tires for safety and aesthetics while curb appeal and quiet rides shape design choices.
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