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Satellite race fuels alarms in 1955 Cold War policy
Joseph Alsop analyzes the swift U S decision to build a small earth satellite to preempt a Soviet announcement at Copenhagen. He argues secrecy eroded under pressure, notes Soviet leaders predicted a larger, more capable satellite, and warns a bigger craft could undermine Geneva style aerial reconnaissance claims.
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Habeas corpus and corpus delicti explained in law terms
A concise primer distinguishes habeas corpus as a writ to review lawful detention and corpus delicti as the crime elements requiring proof of an unlawful act by human agency. It notes that a dead body or burned building alone does not prove murder or arson without showing unlawful causation by a person.
We The Women We The Women Advice For Living With A Married Child
A mother in law faces a major life transition when moving in with her married son or daughter. The piece urges preparation to avoid friction, noting common mistakes like intruding on privacy, overreach in finances, and a gloom that dims family life. It advocates social balance and minimal interference.
U.S. May Recognize Red China Next Year In Dulles Era
Washington column notes Kremlin push for people to people ties with the United States and reports rumors that the United States planned to recognize Red China after the 1956 elections. It cites Molotov meeting in San Francisco and Dulles remarks on China. It also covers Air Force contract politics in Delaware.
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Charles Evans Hughes
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TV to Film Star Rise in Hollywood Intrigue
Hollywood expands its television talent pool as actors move to movies. James Daly, famed for 39 chapters of Foreign Intrigue, now plays an attorney beside Gary Cooper in The Court Martial of Billy Mitchell. Daly left the Europe shoot, saying the work felt routine. Reporters accused the series of propaganda and were barred from sets on location. Daly’s rivalry with Bob Mitchum for Intrigue’s screen version echoes history, as he previously acted with Judy Holliday on Broadway but lost Born Yesterday to Holden.
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Gary Cooper
Billy Mitchell
Daly
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Bob Mitchum
Judy Holliday
Bill Holden
Quotations on Justice and Wisdom for Ruler’s Favor
A compact reflection cites Proverbs on rulers and Wendell Phillips on divine justice guiding right and honest leadership. The text frames justice as a divine expediency observed in governance and judgment.
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Lighted City Becomes Safer With Street Lighting
Reports from cities and the National Street and Traffic Safety Lighting Bureau show safer streets after installing extensive lighting. Police Chief Risinger of El Paso says lighting drives off criminals. Peoria saw a 41 percent drop in traffic deaths. The author urges Lawton to implement an orderly lighting program, noting many areas lack lights and prowlers exploit darkness.
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Preparedness and the all‑volunteer era defense debate
The piece argues that postwar policy requires a strong reserve and universal training to deter aggression. It emphasizes that readiness, discipline, and skilled personnel are vital, framing enlistment and reserve duty as essential to prevent future war and to deter potential enemies despite a lingering peace.
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Congress
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Kremlin
Germany
Asia
Free World
Qualified Man Before U S Ambassador Heads to Geneva
A. A. Johnson, the U S envoy to Czechoslovakia, traveled to Geneva for talks with Chinese Reds. State Department friends teased him about his names Ural and Alexis, noting his Occidental College background and Kansas origin as reasons for his selection.
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Kansas
Auto Mechanics Course Added At Altus High
Altus senior high to add auto mechanics this year. William Shafer will teach the course in a new lab with space prepared. Enrollment limited to 20 boys who pass an aptitude test. This adds to other vocational offerings in the Altus curriculum.
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Altus
Clifford Peterson
William Shafer
Peterson
Postal service improvement idea from bill mailing cessation
A note quotes broad sentiment that the postal service would improve if people stopped mailing bills, reflecting public opinion on costs and efficiency. The remark highlights concerns about volume and resource use within the postal system.
Frederick Baptist Church Names New Music Director
Frederick Oklahoma special report announces Ben L. Prince of Madill will become director of music and education at First Baptist Church in Frederick. He will move next week with his wife and two sons, after directing four choirs and youth programs in Madill and prior posts in Oklahoma City. Prince, a Oklahoma City University graduate, is a World War II veteran.
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Temple Baptist
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City University
Night Temperatures Drop Beside Bluegrass Sod
Tests show that night temperatures near bluegrass sod can be as much as six degrees lower than at shoulder height, indicating significant vertical cooling differences in turf areas and surrounding fields.
21st U. S. President ACROSS Puzzle Clues
A crossword style clue list referencing the 21st U. S. President Chester A. Arthur and related terms. Includes entries like Fairfield Vermont he bor at, W House host sister, fiddling Roman emperor, various short words for be, stay, and tools, plus animal names and objects such as puma and cot fed fabric.
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