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Ike Plan and UN Loopholes
A summarized look at how Eisenhower sought authority to deploy U.S. troops in the Middle East to counter a Communist threat, relying on UN Charter loopholes and the Security Council’s veto power. It explains the sequence of action and the effect of Article 51 on self defense, with focus on U.S. and Soviet distrust shaping the UN’s design.
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Eisenhower
Middle East
United Nations
U.N
United States
Russia
Congress
U.N. Security Council
Security Council
Council
James Mariow
Expansion of minimum wage coverage eyed for 1957 session
Secretary of Labor James P. Mitchell said the President will again push to broaden the Fair Labor Standards Act to cover more workers. He noted 24 million were covered in 1955 and urged extending to about 2.2 million more, likely including retail and service workers, while specifics await congressional hearings.
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James P. Mitchell
Mitchell
Senate
Eisenhower
Labor Department
Senate Labor Subcommittee
Congress
Paul H. Douglas
Who Represents Weaker Sex In Endless War Of Love
Curbstone comments on the war between the sexes. The author cites psychologists and argues women are biologically superior and more adaptable than men. He suggests marriage as a perpetual armistice and recommends either hermit life or marrying the strongest minded woman to soften hostility.
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New York
Curbstone
Allison Davis
University of Chicago
America
Davis
Detroit
Sigmund Freud
New Federal Police Power Sparks Senate Clash
The article argues a pending civil rights bill would grant federal police power in states, challenging state rights and Supreme Court limits. It notes Southern fear, injunctions, and the potential for filibusters to block such measures, stressing Senate rules and minority protections.
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Washington
Senate
Congress
Union
Supreme Court
U. S. Circuit Court of Appeals
Dwyer Speech Targets Sex in Politics at Washington Dinner
Washington reports Florence Dwyer, the first Republican woman from New Jersey in Congress, challenged use of sex appeal in politics during a Women’s National Press Club event. The crowd’s reaction mixed as she renounced femininity as a political tool.
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Washington
Women's National Press Club
Congress
Elizabeth
Sam Rayburn
House
Joe Martin
Rep. Dwyer
Italy
C.B. Luce
Aelurophiles and aelurophobes in a quirky note
Sheridan readers discuss cats with humor and history. The column defines aelurophile as a cat lover and aelurophobe as someone who hates cats, cites Johnson and Byron as examples, and jokes about Napoleon fearing cats. It also parodies aging and longevity notes and ends with a critique of horn happy motorists.
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Samuel Johnson
Carlyle
Byron
Henry James
James Mason
Napoleon Bonaparte
Dorothy Lamour First Wore a Sarong in Jungle Princess
A reader asks which film featured Dorothy Lamour wearing a sarong first. The answer: in the picture titled The Jungle Princess.
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Dorothy Lamour
Aquarius Women Traits According to Stargazers
Women born under Aquarius are described as incurably romantic and in love with love. They are hard to win but affectionate once attached, typically one-man women who may marry more than once. Career success is also noted, though these statements reflect zodiac beliefs rather than proven facts.
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Aquarius
Edgar Vincent Darling and Saint Vincent Confusion
A reader notes that Argentine naming laws favor saints and cites the name Edgar Vincent Darling. They acknowledge no Saint Edgar exists but reference Saint Vincent, who is described as the patron saint of drunkards.
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Argentine Republic
Edgar Vincent Darling
Edgar
St. Vincent
Weather Blues And Mental Mood In A Gloomy Day
A reflective piece on how gloomy weather affects mood and health. The narrator notes rain and cold dampen spirits, with comments on aging, bodily aches, and the struggle to stay upbeat. Observes that external conditions can influence daily well being more than mental stimulation.
Weather Reflected In Yesterday's Mood and Tomorrow
A brief meditation on yesterday's weather shaping expectations for tomorrow. The passage notes how prior conditions set a tone for plans and mood, implying a hopeful view of what comes next.
Cuban Odyssey Part Three Lightening my duties in Havana
Dorothy Kilgaller recounts a Havana visit on Mothers Day as Jill and Dick contribute reports. Jill reviews the Tropicana club amid high stakes betting by book makers and a $20,000,000 offer rejected by the owner. Dick covers Jai Alai, noting fast times, betting odds, and a personal pelota gifted for practice.
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Havana
Jill
Tropicana
Nightlife at Tropicana and Jai Alai Court Tour
A travelogue describes the Tropicana nightclub entrance with palm trees and colored lights, a circle of nude statues, and a large stage with Spanish and Cuban performers. It notes a dull floor show, some boos from a critic, and a Jai Alai fronton seating area where teams Pita and Quintana played Sassimendi and Ariona in a match.
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Tropicana
Pinkie
Dick JR
Jai- Alai
Gogi
Tchichinadze
Pita
Quintana
Sassimendi
Ariona
Observation on luck and gratitude for day off
Supplementary remark from Dad notes a better chance at this game than roulette and thanks the staff for the day off. The message expresses gratitude in Spanish with Muchas gracias and appreciation for the staff.
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Dad
Triple birthday party honors Catalpa drive residents
A 20 years ago note recalls a January 1937 birthday gathering at Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hoover’s Catalpa Drive home. Celebrants included A. E. Dean and Mrs. John Schupert plus Mrs. Lou Schupert, with fourteen schoolmates helping Mary Louise Nunlist. Armco plant shutdowns tied to a CIO strike affected five thousand orders across General Motors and related industries, while prize winners Mildred Strauss Jean Pressler Chardelle Weber Peggy Connors were among many guests listed.
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Paul Hoover
Catalpa Drive
A. E.dean
John Schupert
Lou Schupert
Mary Louise
Mildred Strauss
Jean Pressler
Chardelle Weber
Peggy Connors
Eleanor McClain
Martha Cummings
Mary Margaret King
Margaret Ann Kieswetter
Francis Witt
Minnie Rees
Catherine Lenhart
Vivian Layfayette
Agnes Dillon
Dinner at Grace Kitchen Home on Superior Avenue
Grace Kitchen hosted an informal dinner at her Superior Avenue residence attended by Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Clarke Betty Banker Kenneth Milt Harry Ward and Mr. and Mrs. S H Kitchen.
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Grace Kitchen
Superior Avenue
C. R. Clarke
Betty Banker
Kenneth Milt
Harry Ward
S.H. Kitchen
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