Bush political highlight marks high approval amid hush of turbulence
President Bush enjoys an all time high 67 percent approval per CBS New York Times poll with 17 percent dissatisfied. First Family praised for style as critics suffer a string of bad luck, while opponents face ethics sleaze charges and a looming White House turbulence upon Kennedyport return.
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The Dividing Line on Bush Compromise and Crisis
A critical essay arguing President Bush missed chances to confront Iran and Hezbollah, preferring diplomacy over decisive action. It contends internal politics, race dynamics, and capital gains reform shape a presidency leaning toward consensus, with potential fallout if hostages and threats persist. The piece contrasts Eisenhower Ford steadiness with Nixon Reagan contention, warning of a rough future if conflicts endure.
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Franklin Grove Harvest Festival draws praise from VietNow and locals
In letters to the editor VietNow member Jimmie C. Austin praises the Franklin Grove Summer Harvest Festival Parade and flag respect shown by residents. The Franklin Grove Woman's Club adds kudos for the event’s new Fun Alley, safe atmosphere, affordable activities, and broad cooperation among Lions Club P.T.O. Pompon squad Fire Department and cheerleaders.
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Cental highway maintenance building opens for public viewing
A 170000 maintenance building near a central location will be opened for public viewing Sunday afternoon. Ron Brandau of the Lee County Highway Department cited the facility as providing fine storage and maintenance space for equipment. The item also notes a 1964 obituary for Ian Fleming, creator of James Bond.
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Kaifu named Japan's third prime minister this year
Toshiki Kaifu, a former education minister, wins approval of party factions to head a scandal-tainted government. Seen as Mr. Clean, he faces a corporatist system where business groups and career politicians influence policy. Critics note his lack of economics and foreign policy training amid corruption pressures and a widening wealth gap in Japan.
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The PC that changed our world and daily life
A long reader essay extols the personal computer, tracing origins to 1890 census work and Univac nicknames, noting vacuum tubes in 1938, silicon chips, and the PC’s rise. It highlights widespread use in offices and homes, from word processing and finance to design, communications, and games, underscoring dependence on computers.
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Powell as Joint Chiefs of Staff chair sparks debate
President Bush selects Army Gen Colin L Powell as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. At 52 he would be the youngest and first Black holder of the post, a move praised for policy breadth and diplomatic skill despite organizational grumbling.
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