Misconceptions of Consumer Welfare and Competition
The Freeman essay by Joel Dean of Columbia argues that consumer welfare rests on a strong competitive process and opposes heavy government control. He contends that prejudice against competition is the main danger, and that advertising and profits reflect service to the public, not waste. A separate note questions a radio license plan to broadcast only advertising, predicting limited public value and urging better programming.
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Freeman
Joel Dean
Political Science
Graduate School of Business
Columbia University
Dean
Two Letters From A Man Behind Bars Eddie Hough
Jim Bishop presents two letters from Eddie Hough a prisoner in Western State Penitentiary Pittsburgh to warn and guide teenagers about life after crime. Hough recounts court delays a stay of sentence and longing for freedom while describing mundane scenes from visits and daily routines and appeals to readers for reform.
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Eddie Hough
Philadelphia
Eddie
Tough Eddie
Western State Penitentiary
Pittsburgh
Jim
Call for Tests on Krebiozen After Ivy Acquittal
The essay argues that juries cannot judge drug value and calls for supervised tests to determine Krebiozen’s usefulness. It notes FDA and NIH resistance to testing, but says Krebiozen is an exception whose testing could clarify health claims without setting a precedent.
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Andrew C. Ivy
Food and Drug Administration
National Cancer Institute
Krebiozen
The Second Letter From Prison to Jim
A prisoner writes of a failed hearing in Pennsylvania and a forthcoming decision. He recalls a hopeful reunion with his wife and their kiss easing his despair. His son visits, planning for the Green Berets, while the writer prays with support from Father Thomas Jackson Sister Mary Edward and Nell Robb.
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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Jim
Green Berets
Thomas Jackson
Western State Penitentiary
Pittsburgh
Mary Edward
Charlotte
North Carolina
Nell Robb
Estherville
Iowa
Crisis in Viet Nam policy stretches to Washington
In Washington the Communist question looms as Congress debates concessions that could enable a Viet Cong role in Saigon. Kennedy advocates negotiation while Johnson foes warn of coalition danger, warning that a U.S. retreat could collapse South Vietnam and risk a broader crisis in Asia.
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Washington
Viet Nam
Saigon
Congress
United States
United Press International
Johnson
John W. Davis
Georgia
White House
North Vietnam
South Viet Nam
Asia
Great Society Some Labor Grievances Surface in Miami Talks
President Johnson's alliance with national labor leaders shows strains after the AFL-CIO Council meeting in Miami. Labor resents wage price guideline limits and seeks a minimum wage rise to 1.80, while opposition to 14 B repeal fuels discontent. White House fights to channel labor views through aides and staff, amid concerns over outreach and staff specialization.
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Washington
Johnson
Afl-Cio Council
Miami
Federation
George Meany
Franklin Roosevelt
Senate
White House
Kennedy
Kenneth O'Donnell
Jack Valenti
Valenti
Marvin Watson
Texas
Watson
Democratic National Committee
Don Ellinger
Tax increases prompt flood of calls to county treasurer
Dave Regan explains residents of Middletown Madison and Lemon Townships faced higher tax bills after recent votes. The column notes the public agrees to better roads schools and buildings but forgets the levy when the bill arrives, urging patience and understanding of public funding needs.
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Middletown
Madison
Lemon Townships
Indira Gandhi Seen Through American Eyes on Aid and Neutrality
Washington column argues Indira Gandhi’s India remains neutral amid U S aid and Viet Nam policy. It notes India has received over four billion dollars in aid, granted a 100 million loan, and faces drought while Nehru’s daughter maintains nonalignment despite pressure from the United States.
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Washington
Indira Gandhi
India
Hubert Horatio Humphrey
Asia
Viet Nam
China
Indira
Nehru
Sam
Humphrey
U. S
America
Insect Control Tests Using Light and Sound
Report from the U S Agricultural Research Service notes methods to curb harmful insects with light and sound. Radio waves target stored grain and wood. ultraviolet light may help against mosquitoes. The piece ends with a quip about applause for preachers.
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U. S. Agricultural Research Service
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Meany
United Auto Workers
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