Signs Indicate Pork-Barrel Bill Will Be Passed
Washington report on the House vote fight over Kennedy public works funding. Democrats claim enough votes to approve 450 million of 500 million requested for temporary jobs while Republicans denounce the program as wasteful spending and seek specific projects. The 22-19 Appropriations Committee vote set up a floor roll call as party leaders worked four days to line up support.
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Pope warns atomic war unthinkable in encyclical
Vatican issued a five part encyclical by Pope John XXIII urging peace through negotiation in the nuclear age. He warned atomic war could wipe out mankind and tests could have fatal earthly consequences and pressed for integral disarmament. He addressed all people regardless of faith or politics.
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Nigeria’s TV Rollout Tied to Civil Service Loan Scheme
When Nigeria started television broadcasts three years ago the government loaned civil servants money to buy sets. The program linked public employment with access to home TV sets, reflecting state involvement in media adoption.
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Bellmon Bill Would Wreck Oklahoma Merit System
Sen. Fred R. Harris charges that Gov. Bellmon backed bill would destroy the state merit system by removing 330 jobs from it and threatening 83 more with promotions. Harris argues the measure would enable patronage and end career service while policy making positions remain exempt. He predicts the Senate will reject the bill and urges against eroding the merit system.
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Mississippi Officials Face Federal Trial Over Contempt
Mississippi Governor Ross Barnett and Lt. Gov. Paul Johnson Jr. must stand trial for criminal contempt as the U S Supreme Court decides if judges or a jury will hear the case. The 5th Circuit split 4 4 over a jury trial, sending the matter to the high court. The dispute follows civil rights clashes surrounding James Meredith's enrollment at the University of Mississippi, with a riot last fall leaving two dead.
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Doan’s Pills Promise Quick Relief For Back and Ailments
This vintage ad touts Doan’s Pills for fast relief from nagging backache headaches and muscular pains, plus soothing bladder irritation and mild diuretic action. It claims three mechanisms and invites readers to ask for the large size for a good night’s sleep and enduring relief.
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Colonalp bowel relief promises overnight constipation cure
Nervous tension disrupts colon nerves causing constipation. Colonalp tablets use a colonic nerve stimulant and bulking action to return the colon to regularity overnight. Clinically proved with an introductory price of 43 cents.
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