Washington mood mirrors Lincoln era as war drags on
Drew Pearson notes a somber Washington atmosphere with protests near the White House and Lafayette Park. He compares current dissent to Civil War era pressures, cites failed peace talks, and highlights Congress gridlock under Speaker McCormack.
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Lynda Bird
United States
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Lafayette Park
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Latin America
Africa
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John McCormack
Tragic playground dangers amid Halloween fears
A sobering account links roustabout antics and a fatal incident to Allen Jay field and a pattern of risky youth play. The piece urges safer recreation and warns of bullets risk as Halloween nears. Betty Furness visits High Point amid a furniture market focus on style and civic support. Dr. Karl Shepard recovers from injuries after a fall and surgery, with medical colleagues covering his practice. Thomasville Woman's Club promotes a Martinsville showroom benefit, aiding building improvements. Eastern Air Lines reports traffic gains around the market. A call for expanded facilities and safer venues frames the furniture hub's future. A new high speed flu vaccine centrifuge at Oak Ridge promises purer sera and fewer side effects.
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Karl Shepard
Merry Hills
Georgia
Shepard
Duke Hospital
Oak Ridge
Tenn
Eli Lilly Company
Quotes on Justice and Government Duty
The excerpt pairs biblical and historical sentiments on righteousness and governance. It contrasts Malachi's call for faithful leadership with Gladstone's belief that government should curb wrongdoing and promote virtue. It frames ethics as a public duty and guidance for leaders.
United Appeal Near Goal Amid Notable Division Wins
The United Appeal stands at 393 440 toward a 407 222 goal, less than four percent shy. Schools and public employees lead with 122 2 and 117 3 percent of target, while textile, mercantile divisions also exceed quotas, signaling solid city support and volunteer effort.
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United Appeal
United Fund
Textile Up
Mercantile
Lloyd C. Amos A Civic Leader Remembered for Service
Lloyd C. Amos died at 73 leaving a record of public service on the Guilford County Board of Commissioners. He served twenty years including twelve as chairman and helped shape city county government during Guilford's growth and educational expansion. His fair, grounded leadership earned respect beyond party lines and linked the county’s development to practical governance.
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Guilford County Board of County Ssee
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Guilford
Commission
Editorial reflection on Vietnam bombing pauses and policy debate
The article surveys bombing pauses in Vietnam from 1965 to 1967, noting doves and hawks arguments, key pauses like May 1965 and Tet in 1967, and criticism that pauses aid North Vietnam more than forcing concessions. It cites figures such as Clark Clifford and Dean Rusk, reports of morale effects, and remarks from President-elect Thieu.
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Detroit Free Press
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Washington
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Richard B. Russell
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Thieu
South Vietnam
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