Military plans debate risks national defense
A critique argues that public disclosure of military plans, including tactical nuclear options, could aid enemies in Vietnam and elsewhere. It questions White House and Defense Department handling, warns detailed debate may weaken deterrence, and notes partisan exchanges over national security policy.
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Ple
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Viet Nam
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Viet Nan
Red China
Cae
Hoodlumism in New Jersey Violates Civil Rights
A column condemns Paterson and Elizabeth violence as hoodlumism, not civil rights. It warns rioters undermine constitutional assembly rights and notes Paterson's mayor banned gatherings. The piece links local turmoil to broader racial unrest and stresses lawful protest is essential to equality.
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Paterson
Elizabeth
New Jersey
Richard J Hughes
Rochester
New York
Themer
New Constitution and Penal Reform urged by Justice Gibson
Retiring State Supreme Court Justice Phil Gibson proposed three major reforms for California. He urged creation of a new state constitution, a complete revision of the penal code, and a State Judicial Council to shield courts from legislative meddling. He hopes to continue public service privately to promote these reforms.
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Phil Gibson
California
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U.S. Weapons Spark Irony in Cyprus Crisis Policy
Drew Pearson argues U.S. military aid to Turkey and Greece fuels rivalry and could trigger wider war. He cites delivery of F-104 jets to Turkey used against Cyprus, contrasts Greek and Turkish air power, and questions Washington's ability to control weapons once given. He recalls Truman Doctrine roots and advocates reassessing military emphasis.
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Cypris
United States
Turkey
Cyprus
Viet Nam
U.S
Sohich
Popandrow
Inonu
Tiune
Europe
Pakistan
Red China
Ernest Gruening
Alaska
India
SEATO
Alliance
Southeast Asia
Truman
Greece
Athens
Jack Puerifoy
Stalin
Cal” Bene
Sixth Fleet
Thrace
Rhodes
Makarios Shocks West with Cyprus Threats and Bent Promises
Marguerite Siggins reports that Archbishop Makarios, Cyprus president, faces accusations of ruthlessness and dangerous plans. He allegedly threatened to massacre Turkish women and children, invited Soviet intervention, and violated pledges to Greece and the UN by renewing heavy bombardments despite promises not to.
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Cyprus
Putin
Toa
Washington
Learning to See: Early Years Shape Vision and Thought
In a discussion attributed to SYDNEY and referencing Prof J Z Young of England, the piece argues that vision and thought are learned habits needing early training. It cites experiments on blindness, chimpanzees raised in darkness, and the brain’s neural pathways, stressing the role of early experience in cognitive development and warning against neglecting children's intellectual and emotional needs.
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Harris
J. Z
Young
England
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Ralph Gerard
Eben
Town Meeting Letters on Civil Rights and Viet Nam Policy
Readers debate federal action vs state control during civil rights unrest and mobs in the South, Johnson's Vietnam stance, and the need for equal rights. One letter questions foreign policy, another argues civic behavior affects urban life, urging respect for civil rights while noting political contexts in 1960s America.
Independent Maton Averts Opposition At Meeting
In a tense city council session, Maton faced opposition from Chenet and Gersent over proposed office relocations. The debate centered on budget allocations and timeline, with Maton maintaining stance while urging completion of planned reforms.
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