Job Bill Goal of Senators
The McClellan Committee backs enacting a federal right to work rather than blocking Hoffa's Teamsters bid. It sees state measures possible after Beck Hoffa revelations, with public support shown in Gallup polls and political implications into 1958 and 1960 elections.
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Matching Funds Use Critique of Political Junkets
LA.C. argues that Matching Funds used for officials trips abroad amount to wasteful public spending. It calls many trips political junkets funded by taxpayers, noting multiple officials from one department often attend, and questions the value gained versus costs and vacations. The column states reforms are overdue and that private travelers also subsidize such trips.
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Town Meeting Debates TV Messages and Inflation
A town meeting features debate over advertising on TV and unseen messages stirring concerns of propaganda. Readers discuss inflation and price supports, with letter writers urging action on bread, beef, and wages amid a broader critique of political parties and weather. Concerns about media influence mix with economic grievances in a lively civic exchange.
Long Beach Leaders Approve Lawful Airport Expansion Plan
Chairman Ray mond V. Darby of the Board of Supervisors ordered a project at 223rd St near the Long Beach line with a cost of 554000. Rear Adm. Thomas P. Wyncoop spoke at the Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Club about air transportation and progress at Reeves Field Terminal Island Navy air base. The Day Council discussed Navy facilities and radio links for airlines while a congressional Navy appropriations panel supported funding for expansion. Long Beach figures, including 7300 residents who work there, were cited in the talks. An exchange deal for land between Montana Ranch Co. and Long Beach for a first-class airport was discussed, drawing on the legacy of J Ross Clark.
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Llivia: A Spanish Enclave in France Across Three Centuries
Llivia, a Spanish village embedded in France, remained a Spanish island after a 1659 frontier revision. Though several hamlets were ceded, Llivia stayed Independent from France for three centuries. A neutral road linked it to Spain.
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Named for Rabbit Ear Mountain in New Mexico
The northeastern New Mexico peak Rabbit Ear Mountain honors a Cheyenne Indian chief called Rabbit Ears whose ears froze in a brutal 19th century winter. The chief was killed in battle and buried on the mountain.
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Moorish slave Estevan first European at Zuni Pueblo
Estevan, a Moorish slave, became the first European to enter Zuni Pueblo in western New Mexico. He arrived in 1539 with Franciscan friar Marcos de Niza during early Spanish expeditions in the region.
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Independent staff and office locations listed
Currant files of The Independent are maintained at these offices. Names include Herman H Aidder Harold Mf Hines Samuel C Gameran Larry Collins Jr Bus Manager L A Salins Sr Miles E Lines and others with addresses in Wrigley Building Minneapolis Foshay Tower St Paul and San Francisco offices indicated.
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Testing Touchstone Archaeology Note
A touchstone is described as an ancient device used to test metals especially gold. It is a black stone on which a metal is rubbed to leave a streak revealing alloy content and helping determine purity. The color of the streak indicates the level of other metals mixed with the gold.
SATCH'S SOUR NOTE Rights clash over Armstrong critique
Jazz star Louis Armstrong criticized President Eisenhower over the civil rights issue, urging lawful government action to end school segregation. Supporters on all sides favor nonviolence and court-led resolutions, noting Ike’s Newport meeting with Governor Faubus and Little Rock’s dispute heading to the courts.
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Dr Jordan Answers Responsibility for Children's Eye Care
The National Society for the Prevention of Blindness estimates nine million of the United States 36 million school children need eye care. Parents bear responsibility for obtaining it as children may not know they have trouble. Untreated vision problems can lead to school discomfort truancy and delinquency.
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National Society For the Prevention of Blindness
United States
Eye disorders and child behavior follow eye safety tips
An educator links eye injury and disorders to behavior problems in children including disobedience and temper. The article notes near sighted and farsighted tendencies, corrective glasses, and safety precautions. September is Sight Saving Month with a pamphlet for parents and clues to spot eye defects in children.
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National Society For the Prevention of Blindness
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Thinking It Over Robert L. Dieffenbacher
A short reflective piece on human energy wasted in life and the need for spiritual development. It argues that poor habits and self-satisfaction with sin hinder growth, and that small changes toward God can yield easier, meaningful results. The author notes people compare themselves favorably to others and overlook daily choices that shape character.
Going Strong at 90 in North Haven
North Haven centenarian farmer Wil Warner, who lives in his birthplace, marked his 90th birthday by rising at a.m. and milking a dozen cows, a routine he has maintained for 84 years. He quips he would rather milk than eat and that he is pretty good on the table.
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Coeds Outdo Men at Southwestern University
During the 1957 Spring semester at Southwestern University Georgetown Texas the female students outpaced the male students in all classes with an average of 94.34 to 30.14. The lead by coeds spans freshmen through graduates showing a clear academic edge for the women.
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President Quotation Rules For Correspondents
The memo limits news reporting on direct presidential quotes to cases where the president has expressly authorized them. In other situations reporters must rely on indirect quotations and paraphrase.
Pearson Notes Strong Report on Smoking Controversy
Washington lawmakers vow a tougher tobacco advertising probe. House subcommittee chief Blatnik orders a file-ready report exposing FTC failures to curb harmful cigarette ads. Griffiths presses networks to air public health findings on smoking and lung cancer.
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