Nuclear Nautilus under Arctic ice alters strategic race
Editorial argues U S submarine Nautilus carved 1830 miles under the Arctic in four days, proving underwater routes possible. It contrasts space platform criticisms with nuclear submarine potential, noting first U S ballistic subs and silent White House praise for commercial routes, while omitting military advantage.
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New Letter Policy In Town Meeting Column Issued
The Independent announces ground rules for letters to the editor. All letters must be signed with full name and residential address. Initials and unsigned letters will be discarded. letters under 250 words may be edited or not printed. signatures may not be withheld.
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Dr Jordan on congenital hip dislocation not rare
A father seeks guidance after his two children are found to have congenital dislocation of the hip. Dr Edwin P Jordan notes the condition affects about one in 1500, varies by region and ethnicity, and may be developmental or prebirth in origin. Early diagnosis improves treatment outcomes for both infants.
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Adjectives Weaken Strength In Writing Wisdom
In this critique Sydney Harris notes that piling on adjectives to bolster nouns betrays weakness. He cites brisk examples from Middle East crisis phrasing and Gowers Plain Words, arguing adjectives and adverbs often dilute meaning and expose insecurity in the writer. He urges concise expression and cites Jesus wept as the stark opposite of verbose emphasis.
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Jesus
Congressional Feud Threatens Key 1958 Bills
Washington battles over nuclear energy for peace, farm price supports, and 42 new federal judgeships threaten passage. Eisenhower and Rayburn clash with aides Benson Strauss and Quarles amid party infighting. Rayburn blames Republicans for farm bill defeat. Eastland and Celler maneuver over judiciary expansions amid civil rights concerns.
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Absenteeism Framed as Library Service Issue
In a letter from George Livesey of 228 Magnolia Ave the periodical room at the public library is criticized for outsourcing periodical selection to a private agency. He argues libraries exist to serve the public, not to save staff labor, and urges restoring efficient periodical room service.
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Crossword Puzzles Praise from Me. A Saum Letter
A reader hails the new crossword puzzles as the most interesting in 25 years of newspaper reading. The writer notes they are more appealing to solve and a refreshing change from the old style, urging continued publication.
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Fiesta de la Playa Opens with Breakfast in Belmont Shore
Remember when Belmont Shore hosted the 1948 Fiesta de la Playa street breakfast serving 300 attendees. Exchangettes, Lady Lions, and Belmont Shore Business Ladies staffed the meal in the central business district amid festive decor.
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Sputnik shadows rationed U.S. strength in science debate
Drew Pearson links Sputnik era anxieties to U.S. diplomacy as scientists loom over UN negotiations. The piece notes how U.S. lag in satellite capability undercuts diplomatic power, cites Congressional doubts on a science scholarship bill, and records behind-the-scenes efforts by Elliott and allies to craft a compromise, amid broader Cold War pressures. Alaska discovery note closes the discussion.
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World News Briefs: Atomic Test Fears and Polar Submarine Toll
United States senator Robert Humphrey warns that continued atomic testing could cause genetic defects in thousands of future babies, likening the act to playing with dynamite. Commander William R. Anderson reports a successful Arctic submarine passage under the North Pole with a precise countdown. Golda Meir urges a strong power guarantee for Middle East nations to prevent regional danger.
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Independent newsroom personnel and office listings
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