Summit hopes fade as Khrushchev fuels tensions
The Summit in Paris faces dim prospects as Khrushchev accuses the West and claims a U S plane was shot down by Russians. Critics question Eisenhower's attendance while Lyndon Johnson suggests the incident may be leverage for East West talks. The atmosphere damages trust and raises fears of failure.
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Vote Today in the 1960 Democratic Primary
Pre primary campaigns have closed and voters now choose candidates to fill offices. The piece urges participation, arguing every vote matters to uphold democracy and that abstaining diminishes the right to complain about elections.
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U. S
Hypnosis Claims Help Pass Drivers Tests In England
A driver asserts he aided several people to pass driver tests through hypnosis. He admits inconsistent results and notes hypnosis is not yet used in tests here. Some motorists seem hypnotized or in a trance while driving, though.
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England
Death and Taxes Compared in Wry Proverb
A quip on mortality and taxation notes death is worse than taxes. The speaker remarks that while both are certain, people spend more effort avoiding taxes than facing death. The tone blends humor with a philosophical edge about inevitability.
Taxing Breathing Sparks Satirical Caution in Column
A columnist quips that breathing is the only human act not taxed in the country, warning softly that the government might hear and act on such musings. The piece uses humor to critique fiscal overreach and public policy.
Advice Column Line Sparks Humorous Lockjaw Joke
A reader asks how to mend a two week silence from his wife. The reply humorously suggests medical treatment if she is still breathing, implying a joking, irreverent tone rather than practical counsel.
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Jetter
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal 1960 May 7 Page 6 Section A
The page contains publication details of the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, listing staff roles, ownership, and subscription rates for Lubbock and broader mailing options. It includes pledge of allegiance text and identifies the edition as Morning and Evening, with imprint in Lubbock Texas.
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Kennedy Humphrey duel stirs West Virginia primary mood
In Harletonon West Virginia Kennedy and Humphrey traded sharp barbs on Eisenhower and national aid. The exchange came amid a tense primary scene as locals noted regional pride including the Greenbrier and golf great Sam Snead.
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Princess Margaret to Britain’s Kensington Palace Home
Princess Margaret and Prince Philip will relocate to a rent free 10 room dwelling at Kensington Palace after their Caribbean honeymoon aboard the royal yacht Britannia. The stop gap home features six servant rooms and a three story layout, with gifts and furnishings from royal stores ensuring a period filled residence. The couple will face space limits for future children and relies on royal relatives in the palace for family needs.
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Labor Divided by Ray Tucker Shapes 1960 Election
Labor leaders split on which Democrat to back for the nomination as Hoffa scandals fuel distrust. Humphrey faces limited union support while Kennedy, Johnson, and Stevenson loom, with Symington gaining early endorsements from Harrison and Carey. Higher education costs add to the political strain.
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Four Tech student officers chosen in May 4 1940 election
James Snyder of Moran and Roy Wilkes of Floydada win president and vice president by acclamation at Texas Tech. John Williams of White Deer is business manager nominee. Emily Ann Mack Fort Worth becomes secretary with Paul Redding Punxsutawney Pa. as athletic council rep and W C Sanderson and Lois Nance named cheer leaders. Meanwhile, a Dickens county official urges extra sewing material funds as West Texas Works program sews. In Norway, Allies withdraw from Norway below the Arctic circle, surrender discussed, Getz warns Britain and France abandoned support. London disputes the armistice claim.
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Texas Tech
James Snyder
Moran
Roy Wilkes
Floydada
John Williams
White Deer
Emily Ann Mack
Fort Worth
Paul Redding
Punxatawney
W. C. Sanderson
Lubbock
Lois Nance
Post
Advice About Manners By George E Sokols ky
Barnard College and Columbia University figures confront campus dress norms as Millicent McIntosh urges more clothing. The essay argues attire signals manners, recalls Lippmann’s critique of dressing ideas, and contrasts public display with disciplined effort.
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Barnard
Grayson Kirk
Columbia University
Bermuda
Competency Of Child Witness Gets Ruling
North Carolina Supreme Court ruled a child's competency rests on understanding rather than age. The decision affects a Winston-Salem father and his 7-year-old son David who seek $25,000 in an auto liability case after David, then 4, was hit in 1957. The court sent the case back for mental capacity evaluation before ruling on testimony.
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J. H. Artesamj
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