Rail labor feud blamed for productivity gaps and national impact
The piece argues railroads and unions clash over anti productivity practices and wage structures harming the industry and economy. It cites examples of overpayment for crew positions and calls for wage reform or congressional action to realign jobs and boost efficiency. The author warns of broader economic costs if rail service remains under nurtured and outdated practices persist.
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New Orleans
Chicago
New York City
Washington
TV Scandal and the Van Doren Controversy Revisited
George Sokolski argues readers mix blame in the TV quiz scandal. He questions perjury claims against Charles Van Doren, cites a sealed Grand Jury presentment, and condemns the broader cheating while urging even scrutiny of all parties involved. He predicts temporary purity in television before new scandals emerge.
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van Doren
Louis Hacker
School of General Studies
Columbia University
Mitchell D. Scheitzer
Schewitzer
New York County
Frank S. Hogan
Charles van Doren
Not A Race But Science Says Nuclear Tour Spokesman
A spokesman for a group of Soviet scientists who toured Princeton's James Forrestal Center says the visit shows science, not a race. He warns Western leaders must not underestimate the Kremlin's view of science as a path to world mastery.
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Sovet
Princeton
James Forrestal Research Center
Russia
Hchev
Kremlin
Editorial on Feeder Bedding and Rail Labor Strikes in 1959
Rail management and labor negotiators in Chicago face stiff gaps over featherbedding and diesel firemen duties. Canuck precedent, safety arguments, and a looming national rail strike complicate talks, with February mark of possible escalation and Congress potential action.
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Chicago
H. E. Gilbert
Brotherhood
Canada
Canadian Pacific
U. S
Canadian National Railroad
Gilbert
Royal Commission
Ers
Liberal Party
Tax rate shifts reflect school and public service costs
Alex McMahon reports on 1959 county tax rates across 100 North Carolina counties. Fifty-two counties increased rates, 35 kept the same, 13 lowered them, with schools and health welfare driving rises. Revaluation affects seven of the reductions. industrial growth and ABC profits aid some cuts. The piece also notes historic sites funding issues and the broader value of heritage tourism to the economy.
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Alex McMahon
N. C. Association of County Commissioners
North Carolina
ABC
Christopher Crittenden
North Carolina Department of Archives and History
James Marlow on 1961 World After Eisenhower Farewell
James Marlow analyzes the 1961 international scene and the shift in American foreign policy expected after Eisenhower. He notes a continuing cold war framework, evolving Soviet strength, and potential changes if disarmament and inspection advance.
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Washington
Eisenhower
Truman
White House
Korea
Red
China
Western
Europe
United Fund gains spur Greensboro High Point drive
Community reports show Greensboro and High Point surpassing campaign goals as United Fund totals reach $818,465 in the Greensboro High Point area. A separate note covers J N Rawleigh stockholders approving a Delaware corporation transfer for tax or legal benefits.
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Greensburghers
United Fund
Gate City
High Point
United
United Way
Greensboro
Guilford
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Ithaca
N. Y
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Red China
Western Europe
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