Time Is Ripe For Change In Democratic Race
The New Hampshire primary shows McCarthy drawing votes more as a protest of the Johnson administration and its Vietnam policy than a personal win. Rising voter dissatisfaction spans crime, spending, and foreign policy, with Robert Kennedy weighing an opposition to Johnson as party divisions loom.
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Spring Friskiness and Child Safety in Spring Streets
Early spring warmth sparks lively play among children and animals alike. Drivers must stay vigilant as youngsters dash across streets and driveways between school runs, while adults remain cautious behind the wheel to ensure safety.
Gold versus Paper in the US currency debate
Economists and leaders debate backing currency with gold versus paper. The piece argues gold retains lasting value beyond Fort Knox and could still mobilize international support in crises, while warning the US has fallen in international esteem and could lose influence if gold reserves dwindle.
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United States
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Ian
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Gold reserves and bargaining power in foreign trade
The author argues that the United States would gain leverage if it held more gold, noting that foreign buyers value gold highly even if domestic views dismiss its worth. The piece stresses preserving gold reserves to strengthen negotiating position.
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Uncle Sam
Buying Theories Shot Down
New York AP reports that consumer buying hypotheses are undercut by ongoing factors like the Vietnam war inflation and tax uncertainty. Professor George Katona argues that savers may persist and that affluent buyers will still adapt by upgrading as progress stimulates new wants, challenging the view that savings will end soon or that material desire wanes.
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George Katona
University of Michigan
Katona
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Letters on Latin America and tolerance in Lawrence
A reader argues Americans are not broadly concerned with Latin America while noting many are apathetic about regional ties. He cites U S aid history and anti American sentiment, urging tolerance but condemning support for dictators linked to U S interests. He signs as Luis Mata.
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Old Home Town Snapshot From Lawrence 1958 Sports
A retro note recalls KU basketball star Bob Billings and Wilt Chamberlain rivals, with Billings as mainstay and strong field and free throw totals. It also mentions 87 Girl Scouts in 1930 and 1943 All-Conference honorees Ray Evans Otto Schnellbacher John Buescher. Additional 1928 cultural notes cover kindergarten exhibit rugs and local Bush Party chaperoned by the mayor and others.
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Clyde Lovellette
Wilt Chamberlain
Billings
John Cleland
Ray Evans
Otto Schnellbacher
John Buescher
Brown
Griffin
Lawrence Art Club
S. W. Atkinson
Queen Elizabeth of England
FAU
R. C. Rankin
Irving Hill
Daily Bible Message Prayer Reflects Repentance and Forgiveness
The excerpt presents a prayer inviting fruits worthy of repentance from Luke 3 8 and asks for pardon of past sins. It seeks strength to imitate Jesus Christ today and in days ahead and ends with the traditional Our Father prayer.
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Fiasco over Rhodesia row stirs global reaction
The column argues the Rhodesian executions provoke anger across India Kenya U Thant the United States and England. It contends India and Kenya react to imperial policies while the UN and US blame London yet question its authority. It condemns Queen’s reprieve as cynical and a sign of English parliamentary barbarism.
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India
England
Ian Smith
Kenya
U Thant
United Nations
United States
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Thant
State Department
Rhodesia
Commonwealth
New York Times
Andrew Faulds
Mark Lane
Canada
Montreal
Jackie Watchers Rally To Track Mrs Kennedy Moves
A witty glimpse into Jackie watchers, detailing a newsrooms mock war room tracking Mrs Kennedy. The scene shows a wall map, fake movements toward Merida and Palenque, and a flurry of photographers and reporters as they weigh diversions and potential headlines.
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Buchwal
Pentagon War Room
Jackie-watchers
Mrs. Kennedy
Mexico
Yucatan
Uxmal
Merida
Palenque
Rockefeller Moderates Pressure Oregon Bid After Summit
After a Fifth Avenue meeting, GOP insiders favor Rockefeller entering Oregon's May 28 primary. George Hinman signaled the shift, and New York figures like Lindsay and Wells pressed for a campaign. Oregon leaders McCall and Dellenback urged a strong personal push to beat Nixon, framing a national campaign shift.
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Nelson Rockefeller
Fifth Avenue
George Hinman
John B. Wells
Rockefeller
Oregon
Jacob Javits
New York
Javits
Sen
Hugh Scott
Pennsylvania
Cooper and Morton
Kentucky
Hatfield
Percy
Illinois
Scott
Nixon
New York State
John V. Lindsay
William E. Miller
Barry Goldwater
Charles Goodell
Miami Beach
Tom McCall
John Dellenback
McCall
Romney
William Scranton
Scranton
Ted Agnew
Maryland
Quotable Notables Quote From Shaw
A famous George Bernard Shaw line urges readers to seek their preferences to avoid being forced into undesired outcomes. It distinguishes between the adaptable and the unreasonable, claiming progress hinges on the latter’s stance.
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George Bernard Shaw
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