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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1966

Page

5

Rise of Lyndon Johnson Seen in TV Portrait

The Nation profiles Lyndon B. Johnson through a NBC television program showing his Texas hill country roots and self made rise. It notes his college struggle and mission to improve schooling for Mexican ancestry communities, highlighting his humble beginnings and low key, steady approach.

Arthur Krock New York Times News Service Lyndon B. Johnson Texas Jackson Lincoln

Johnson and the Great Society clash over ideals and policy

The piece contrasts Lyndon Johnson’s youth and self help with his Great Society aims. It argues that his presidency would replace self reliance with federal subsidies and regulation. It cites proposals on civil rights, housing subsidies, higher minimum wage, and expanded welfare as stepping toward socialism.

Congress Washington Lyndon Johnson

South Viet Nam Elections Shadow U S Dilemma

In Tokyo C L Sulzberger reports Washington faces a stark choice as South Vietnam heads to elections. A religious faction led by Tri Quang and the military under Ky back competing parties, but the United States opposes government intrusion by church or army. Five outside groups include Mahayana and Theravada factions in Saigon and Cholon, with diverse ethnic Buddhist and Cambodian communities.

C. L. Sulzberger New York Times News Service Tokyo United States Protector Hobson Tri Quang U. S Unified Buddhist Church Truyen Saigon Chuaxaloi Pagoda Capital Danang Cholon

Buddhist politics in Asia and the rise of Soka Gakkai influence

The piece contrasts Buddhist political movements in Asia, noting Tri Quang in South Vietnam and Japan's Soka Gakkai. It discusses Soka Gakkai's growth, its Komei party, and potential to shape regional power if allowed influence through the United States. It warns against religious absolutism guiding political power.

Tri Quang Asia Japan Soka Gakkai Nichiren Sha Sect Komei Komei Party South Vietnam Tri Quaing

Pearls Grow To Befuddle Fashion With 24mm Orbs

The New York Times reports a trend toward oversized pearls as big as 24 millimeters driven by fashion to attract attention. Makers plan $75 pieces, while Tiffanys and Cartier push cultured Burmese pearls and necklaces selling for up to $150,000.

Virginia Lee Warren New York Times News New York Alberto Huesch Majorca Burma Tiffany’s Cartier’s Tiffany's Cartier

Early Rising Group Growing in Japan

A Times of London correspondent visits Tokyo and joins the Kobayashis at 5 am, discovering a widespread movement of over a million early risers. The piece notes the cultural acceptance and the nonreligious nature of these morning rising meetings at Jissen Rinri Koseikai.

New York News Service London Times of London Dispatch Tokyo Times of London Mrs. Kobayashi Jissen Rinri Koseikai Japan

Catholic Committee Backs Government Family Planning Support

A Catholic group led by Notre Dame sociologist William D Antonio backs expanded federal aid for family planning programs at home and abroad. The committee includes 500 plus signers across 37 states and plans broader support, citing public polling that a majority of Catholics favor aid.

John Cogley New York Times News Service New York Catholic Committee On Population and Government Policy Law School Notre Dame University of Connecticut Santa Clara William D-Antonio Senate Committee On Labor and Public Welfare Washington D’antonio Dexter Hanley Georgetown University School of Law American Bar Association Miami Father Hanley Hanley Gallup

Roasting Beef Ribs and Carving Prep

The guide advises roasting several beef ribs and leaving ample meat on the ribs during carving. It suggests spreading the reserved ribs with prepared mustard, dusting with fine dry bread crumbs, and broiling until hot and brown.

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