Cotton subsidy clash over US Department rules and farm bill
The essay attacks the Freeman led USDA for bungling cotton policy. It warns drastic acreage cuts in the omnibus farm bill threaten the South Plains Texas and national cotton economy. It cites surpluses reduced exports and potential growth of foreign cotton while urging market expansion.
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Texas Cotton Ginners Association
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Avoiding Choking Hazards From Small Metal Objects
The piece warns of choking dangers from placing nails, tacks, pins, and safety items in the mouth while working. It cites the National Safety Council reporting about 1,400 U.S. deaths last year from such incidents, including many children, urging caution to prevent painful injuries or death.
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National Safety Council
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Cuba Prize Winners Prefer Consumer Goods Over Travel
A Cuba report shows 420 of 500 cane-cutters chose motor bikes or refrigerators over a trip to a Communist country. It argues that while Communism may promise progress, poorer nations often prioritize tangible goods, contrasting Free World living standards with life in slave countries and freedom.
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Castro
Cuba
Rest And Exercise Humorist on Work and Fatigue
A humorist notes that many finish work and rest but now choose exercise. He argues laborers need rest after the day, while office workers may need exercise to compensate for nonphysical strain. He warns that some may have mitigating circumstances.
Federal law to cover presidential assassination moves through Congress
Autumn 1963 coverage notes that a federal statute for presidential assassination is pending after passing both House and Senate with minor differences. Supporters say the bill strengthens national law and deters the crime, while acknowledging no guarantees of never repeating such a crime.
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Books and politics clash over Kennedy era disclosures
Ruth Montgomery argues that tell all books about Kennedy aides and officials undermine history while praising Rusk for steady diplomacy during Viet Nam tensions. The column questions the value of sensational revelations and defense of Rusk’s cautious approach against critics.
Governors' Association opens Washington office in bid for moderates
The Republican Governors' Association unveils a Washington headquarters after a Minneapolis meeting, aiming to push a moderate GOP line and counter the Goldwater era image. Governors like Romney and Evans plan a joint strategy to regain party voice while seeking an executive director and fundraisers for a 1968 bid.
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Daniel Evans
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Wayne Dumont
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Ohio
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Limelight On Drugs Sparks FDA Reporting Battle
Washington editor Andrew Tully notes pharma and 41 firms challenge FDA demands for periodic reports on older drugs cleared before 1962. He cites safety doubts, high costs, and calls for on-site plant inspectors to ensure purity while warning that lax self-policing can be deadly.
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FDA
Senators urge guaranteed work for all in public hearings
In Washington a group of U.S. senators pressed for government guarantees of employment as a test of private enterprise. In Manila General MacArthur's headquarters announced that Japanese residents would be warned within 72 hours of explosive or incendiary attacks on their cities. In Shallowater a home demonstration club discussed hooked rug making. In Chicago Adm. William Halsey’s new western saddle was packed for shipment to the Third Fleet commander who wished to ride Hirohito’s horse in Tokyo.
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Shallowater
W. W. Stanton
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Ecumenical Gatherings and Space Thoughts Stir Debate
The World Council of Churches leader warns ecumenical tea parties may dilute theology while Col. Leonov likens space to a playground. An emperor’s controversial Beatles honor sparks earlier talk of titles and orders in a chaotic public discourse.
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An. Itall
Caligula
Jan
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China Mindset Shapes Vietnam War Policy, Taylor Warns
Henry J. Taylor argues Mao Zedong and the Peking leadership drive Vietnam policy. He cites Red China’s alleged aggression, distrust of the West, and belief in conquest, noting Nam II’s failed cigarette lighter moment and China’s broader regional aims.
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Lo Jul-Ching
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Growth of Texas Western College Marks Rising Status
El Paso Times notes Texas Western College now planning for University of Texas at El Paso status as Regents approve a 1965 66 budget of 7 380 227 for TWC with faculty raises 379 to 1351 and three Benedict Professorships. President Ray says salaries reach levels to compete with peers and strengthen community support.
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Joseph M. Ray
Harry Yandel Benedict
el Paso Times
Post Office Proposes Cheaper Rural Carrier Car Use
Postmaster General Gronowski urged congress to allow rural carriers to use fleet cars at nine cents per mile, saving over 29 million dollars annually. He noted 31,000 carriers averaging 100 miles daily could log 3.1 million miles a day, 9.6 billion yearly, if the change is approved.
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John’ A. ‘Gronouski
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Raleigh
N. C
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