Canadian turmoil ends Diefenbaker era after defeat
Prime Minister John Diefenbaker’s Conservative government falls after a 142-111 vote, amid anti American sentiment and disputes over nuclear policy. Douglas Harkness resigns as Defense Minister, and Lester Pearson is depicted as a Washington pawn by critics. The United States faces mixed reactions to its nuclear policy involvement.
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John Diefenbaker
Diefenbaker
U.S
Canada
Douglas Harkness
United States
Lester Pearson
Washington
China
Cuba
U.S. Congress
North America
State Department
Department
Kennedy
Harkness
Two News Items Prompt Public Contention on Balance and Speech
Citizens debate nature versus human role after barn owl shooting sparks indignation. Americans note government spending near five million dollars to enable a Black student to attend a Southern university while Mississippi Governor Ross Barnett is denied a speaking venue elsewhere.
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U.S
Southern University
Ross Barnett
Mississippi
Budget Rise Requested by Expenditures Committee
The Joint Committee on Reduction of Non essential Federal Expenditures seeks a $2,000 increase for next year's budget. The request signals ongoing efforts to expand committee operations and oversight.
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Sign of the Times
Joint Committee On
Enough Said
Douglas County jail deemed not strong enough
Competent officials warn the Douglas County jail is not physically secure and could allow an escape if the outer cell block is reached. The Douglas County Board of Commissioners will consider remodeling as part of a long range program, but no schedule is given.
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Douglas County
Douglas County Board of Commissioners
Air Force denounces Army air armada plan in Pentagon briefing
Lt. Gen. Gabriel P. Disoway condemned the Army proposal to field a 10 000 aircraft fleet for reconaissance airlift and close support. He argued the plan duplicates Air Force capabilities and cites Wo rld War II and Korea lessons. The Air Force highlighted the F4C Phantom as superior and noted the Howze report lacks time proven Air Force expertise.
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Robert McNamara
Hamilton H. Howze
Disoway
Howze
Korea
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Paul D. Harkins
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South Viet Nam
McDonnell Aircraft Corp
St. Louis
Old Home Town Takes Scouts Parade Day Tale
Ten years ago the Pelathe District of Kaw Valley Council led a parade down Massachusetts Street with police sheriff escorts a color guard from the American Legion and KU Air Force band. The event preceded theater visits hosted by Ben Barteldes.
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Massachusetts Street
Pelathe
Kaw Valley Council
American Legion
KU Air Force Band
Lawrence
Ben Barteldes
Eagles Lodge
Dale Kerr
Today’s Bible Message Lamp and Light Theme
A devotional note cites Psalm 119 105 claiming thy word is a lamp and light. It offers a prayer thanking God for scripture and asks for the Word to glow around believers and guide them in darkness. Amen.
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Father
Jesus
We Lost the Warm War in Laos by a Commercial Spin
Roark argues the United States has failed in Laos by sending singing commercials funded by Voice of America. He mocks Mohlam performers and compares cultural exports to broader political failures. He cites Armstrong and Benny Goodman, railing against cultural diplomacy and its unintended consequences.
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Laos
Voice of America
Green Giant
Ben Grauers
Harry von Zells
Lenny Bruce
Norman Mailer
Jack Kerouac
Henry Miller
Causes and remedies for hot flashes and other questions
Readers ask about menopause hot flashes after hysterectomy and thyroid checks. Dr Molner explains hot flashes stem from vascular control changes, note their non dangerous nature, and suggest tranquilizers or hormones as needed. Also explained are spleen function, respiratory failure, hydrocephalus, sebaceous cyst infection risks, and guidance on when to remove infected tissue.
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B.S
Wil
Inge Play of Raw Language Draws Attention
A New York review highlights William Inge’s Natural Affection as a stark drama about adultery alcoholism incest and murder told in explicit terms. Cast includes Tom Bosley Kim Stanley and Harry Guardino with the public noting its provocative edge amid ongoing theater chatter.
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Drama Dept
William Inge
Virginia Woolf
Tom Bosley
Kim Stanley
Harry Guardino
Beesly
Office Cheerleader Best Chance to Rise at Work
Hal Boyle notes workplace psychology favors optimism over chronic fault finding. He parallels with taxi wisdom and personal habits, joking that penny loss, risky bets, and self punishment shape success and failure. The column reflects lighthearted social observations.
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Hal Boyle
New York
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Yankee Stadium
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