Security law in the Cold War era faces gaps
Charles P. Curtis argues in a Saturday Review piece that existing laws struggle to address security during the renewed Cold War. He urges Congress to define espionage, regulate passports, and set clear rules for security agencies beyond mere discretion, with reforms to become campaign issues for public decision.
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Charles P. Curtis
Saturday Review
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State Department
Herman Phleger
Supreme Court
Department of Defense
Khrushchev Proves Itself A Noted Troublemaker Leader
AP analyst James Marlow assesses Khrushchev as a boorish but formidable Soviet leader. He notes Khrushchev shifts from Lenin to Stalin, shows anti intellectual traits, and vies for power with Serov’s quiet influence. The piece warns Western leaders not to underestimate his drive for Russian dominance.
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James Marlow
Associated Press News
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Debt and Taxes clash over tax cuts and debt ceiling
The High Point Chamber of Commerce urges Congress to cap income tax relief at debt reductions in the same budget. With the national debt approaching 281 billion dollars, editors warn that cutting taxes while debt rises is poor policy and urge decisive debt reduction before tax trimming.
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Congress
Mileage Tax Affects North Carolina Truckers and Buses
North Carolina enacts a mileage tax effective January 1 on gasoline and motor fuels used on state highways. About 80 000 big trucks and buses will file quarterly reports on miles travelled and fuel purchased. The 7 cent per gallon tax, offset by 7 cents for NC fuel purchases, aims to raise about $800 000 annually for highway construction and maintenance.
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N. C. Department of Revenue
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General Assembly
Finance Company Laments When Car Goes Too Fast
A humorous cautionary piece warns readers that pushing a new car to the limit risks death and missing monthly payments to finance firms. It personifies lenders as sad when drivers perish, urging prudent behavior to preserve both life and loan schedules.
High Point Enterprise masthead notice and credits
Publication imprint lists editorial staff led by A Rawley president and Mrs Terry secretary treasurer K Holt McPherson issues editor C W Patterson Jr with advertising director, distribution, and AP membership notes, detailing postal status and agency affiliations.
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R. B. Terry
Holt McPherson
C. W. Patterson, JR
Sastuce B. Lorian
Cicuistion
Virginia’s School Segregation Issue Faces Polls and Tax Hurdles
Peter Edson reviews Virginia’s drive to resolve segregation via the democratic process amid a $1.50 poll tax and uneven county demographics. He notes the state’s split colored population, budget figures around 183 million, and white versus colored teacher salaries, with implications for potential pupil transfers.
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Virginia
Uu.s. Supreme Court
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Stevenson
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State Board of Education
Tax Angle in Virginia School Transfer Debate
The notes discuss tax implications of shifting from public to private schools in Virginia, fearing higher costs for taxpayers under a dual system. The private plan faces religious and racial prejudice, with fears of parochial schools and non secular options emerging.
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Virginia
Feud Over State Lands In North Carolina Power Fight
Governor Hodges and Council of State clash with Ballentine and the Board of Agriculture over sale of about 300 acres of Old Piedmont Test Farm land. Conflict centers on appraisal methods, timing, and whether to favor rural agriculture or Statesville industrial development for long term state gain.
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Board of Agriculture
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Piedmont
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Trpose
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Rowan County
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Empire Manufacturing Company
Technical Furniture Company
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Departement of Agriculture
Government Experimental Service
George Dixon’s 1955 Review Reports Wacky Events
A satirical year in review recounts July to September oddities and political gaffes. It cites Rep James H Morrison proposing live scorpions for mail, Eisenhower’s Maine fishing trip, Lyndon Johnson’s heart attack, Tass editor Jean Montgomery, and various cabinet mishaps. The piece notes travel, political quirks, and playful jabs at figures like Dulles and McKay.
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Dixon
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Louisiana
Eisenhower
Maine
Davy
Crockett
Senate
Lyndon B. Johnson
Daniel A. Reed
New York
Commerce
Sinclair Weeks
Tass
Jean Montgomery
Chandler Takes Oath for Second Term as Kentucky Governor
A. B. Chandler speaks on the emotion of his historic reappointment as Kentucky governor. The piece notes the pride of the moment and hints at political tensions with Republicans taking credit for sunshine but avoiding blame for rain alongside foreign policy remarks about Russia and new memberships.
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A. B
Happy) Chandler
E . N. Hubert Humphrey
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