Fishing and boating named nation’s pastime in article
The piece claims fishing and boating are the real national pastime, notes Tennessee fears over losing a congressman after the 1960 census caused by rural outmigration, recalls John L. Lewis’s deathly age and his honorary degree from West Virginia University earned after leaving school at 14.
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United States
John L. Lewis
The
United Mine Workers
West Virginia University
Yankees Lack Team Play Threatens Pennant Bid
The article notes the New York Yankees show weak team cohesion this season and warns that only renewed spirit could restore championship chances. It also mentions a separate proposal for a $32,350,000 White House expansion and a presidential office building, which Eisenhower may ignore amid public spending backlash.
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New York Yankees
Yanks
Casey Stengel
White House
Eisenhower
Ike
Consolidation Cuts White County Schools From 42 to 21
Sparta Tennessee reports a seven year consolidation program reducing White County schools from 42 to 21. Superintendent B E Cooley cites a much greater overall program and expanded learning opportunities despite opposition during the change.
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Sparta
Tenn
White County
B. E. Cooley
Southern stance on civil rights vote sparks regional tensions
A Senate Judiciary Committee 7-3 vote on guaranteeing jury trials in right to vote contempt cases fuels claims of a Southern victory. The writer denounces civil rights legislation as a political device and insists the Constitution already protects all citizens, warning the South will gain no victory if such measures pass or are signed by Eisenhower.
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South
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Congress
United States
Eisenhower
NRA
Knights of Columbus
Elks
Senate
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Eastland
Wall Street
Alabama as a vacation draw with mountains and Gulf coast
An enthusiast argues Alabama offers both mountains and Gulf Coast attractions, plus inland Tennessee Valley lakes via the Tennessee River. The piece touts Alabama’s developing Gulf Coast and improving highway system, urging readers to promote the state as a vacation paradise to friends.
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Florida
Gulf Coast
Tennessee Valley
Tennessee
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Washington Merry-Go-Round reveals links of Dulles family to Trujillo
Drew Pearson reports on relatives of high places who interacted with Dominican Dictator Rafael Trujillo including Robert Hinshaw son-in-law of John Foster Dulles Colonel Gordon Moore brother in law of President Eisenhower and Henry Holland ex Assistant Secretary of State. The piece details Hinshaw's trips and hotel bills in the Dominican Republic and notes legal issues around foreign agent registration and recent indictments.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt, Jr
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Caesar
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Robert Hinshaw
Eisenhower
Gordon Moore
Henry Holland
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United States
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Louisiana
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San Cristobal
Hinshaws
Jaragua
Dean Acheson
Justice Department
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Palace
Trujillo Land
Ike
White House
Colonel Moore
Moore
USA
U. S. Customs Bureau
Former State Department Official Ties to Sugar Quota Push
A former high State Department official for Latin American affairs, Henry Holland, is reported to have aided push for Tru jillo sugar quota increase. He left the department to head to the Dominican Republic where he made several trips and reportedly joined the payroll.
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Trujillo
Henry Holland
State Department For
Holland
State Department
Dominican Republic
What shall I do with my life what we all seek meaning
A quotation scene discusses the question of life purpose and the role of religion in shaping meaning. Nathan Pusey argues that religious thinking motivates action and elevates individuals and societies, citing religion as a foundation of civilization and culture. David Davidson references Mark Hopkins on religion shaping history.
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King
Nathan Pusey
Mark Hopkins
Right to Work critique links unions and sugar deals
A Montana correspondent argues the Right to Work label misleads, linking it to favors for William Pawley and Gordon Moore. The letter critiques labor union funding, political influence, and calls for detailed public accounting and transparent union elections.
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Butte, Montana
McClellan Committee
Dave Beck
Treasuries
Butte
Montana
VA Answers Veterans Benefit Questions From The VA
Answers cover abandonment of disability claims after missing examinations. Taking prerequisite courses at another school is allowed if designated by the home school. A special loan fund for disabled veteran trainees offers up to 100 dollars with no interest. Pension income includes gross income for nonservice connected cases. Tennessee Valley veterans can contact the VA office in Decatur for more information.
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Veterans Administration
Tennessee Valley
Decatur
Lee Remick rises as Kazan picks new star in A Face in the Crowd
At 21 Lee Remick, discovered by Elia Kazan after a TV appearance, stars in A Face in the Crowd. Kazan signed her for five more pictures, praising her potential as she learns acting after baton twirling and Arkansas memories.
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Hal Boyle
New York
Lee Remick
Elia Kazan
Lee
Kazan
Lassie
Manhattan
Arkansas
Andy Griffith
Park Ave
Animal Shelter Busy as May Totals Recorded
George Collier, animal master, oversaw 179 animals picked up in May at Decatur's new shelter. Of 179 dogs, 22 were redeemed, 53 sold, 104 humane destructions, 52 remaining. 14 cats, 5 at present. Owners brought 29 dogs. $117.50 earned from redeeming and selling. 179 complaints investigated last month.
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George Collier
Animal Master
Decatur
Collier
North America Covers Eight Million Square Miles
The continent of North America spans around eight million square miles, comprising roughly sixteen percent of the Earth's land area.
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North America
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