Foreign aid debate questions Senate power in aid policy
The editorial criticizes the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for restoring 110 million of 339 million cut from foreign aid authorization and for adding a Battle Act amendment that widens presidential powers to aid Soviet satellites. It argues existing authority suffices and warns broad discretion could backfire, noting Yugoslavia Poland and Hungary as examples of limited independence under Soviet influence.
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Belgrade
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Washington highlights tax dollars and policy shifts
A Raymond Vernon overview notes how grants flow from Washington to states and back, with California receiving far less return than sent. It cites farm pond safety, small business contracting, the B 58 Hustler supply chain, and US policy tensions with Canada and Mexico. It also discusses federal vs state responsibilities and Talbott's view on national versus nationwide issues.
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Washington
Uncle Sam
South Dakota
California
Delaware
National Treasury
Soil Bank Payments Hit 1957 Costs and Ceilings Call
Sen John J Williams cites 1 26 million farmers receiving soil bank payments averaging 487 each in 1957 totaling over 600 million with 2500 farmers getting more than 10 000 and firms receiving 809 902 while urging a payment ceiling to curb waste and excess. Whitefish Pilot notes study blames homes churches and schools for youth crime.
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Del
Sen. Williams
Congress
John W. Baughman Farms Co
Garvey Farms
Kansas
Harris Ranchers
Sahuarita
Ariz
Whitefish
Mont
Letters Question Pool Operation Sparks Local Dispute
Monahans News prints a reader letter from Pyote Texas arguing a pool operation report was untrue. The writer defends free swim perks for Pyote students and children under six, notes others pay 25 cents, and urges accuracy to avoid community ill will.
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Pyote
Ward County
How To Deal With Your Tensions booklet
An advertisement invites readers to request a free booklet on managing tensions. It stresses that even the best medicines cannot replace personal understanding and suggests sending for the guide to learn more about this vital problem.
Eisenhower payroll rise signals shift in government spending
A Congressional report shows Eisenhower's executive office payroll increasing from 2.2 million to 9.8 million with 115 more staff than Truman and a 75 percent rise in topflight positions earning 15 000 to 25 000. The House Labor and Education Committee killed a school construction bill 15 to 15 with 13 Republicans and two Democrats voting against.
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Eisenhower
Nixon
Truman
House Labor and Education Committee
Independence Texas May 3 1858 News Highlights
Texian editor notes Belton court house planned at over thirteen thousand dollars. Western counties report good health and ongoing home-hunting. oats suffer from rust in Washington County. Cass county silver discovery excites settlers. Northern Texas sheep sent to New Orleans at four to five dollars each. Freestone crops lag due to heavy rains. oats may fail. Nine killed by Indians near Weatherford. Keechi Creek forts rising. A 1200 head sheep drive from Mexico observed. Williamson County assessors report acres planted: corn 10908, wheat 10278, cotton 1208, others 983. Railroads seen as future growth with emigration. Medical woes described as severe and painful, often from foot nails. Legal education offered with moot courts starting June, required texts listed. Tuition forty two dollars per session. board twelve dollars monthly. Independence Texas May 3 1858.
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Quitman Herald
Wood County
Texas
Bonham Independent
Washington County
Jefferson Gazette
Cass County
New Orleans
Freestone County
Weatherford
Parker County
Keechi Creek
Mexico
Geo. W. Glasscock
Williamson County
Blackstone
Kent
Stephens
Greenleaf
Farson
Chitty
Independence
Weekly crossword puzzle hints and clues list
A compact list of crossword clues covering horizontal entries and various definitions. Includes references to state symbols, cities, currencies, measurements, and abbreviations. Clues range from simple synonyms to specific terms like Ireland and Tellurium awaiting solutions.
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University of Houston
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John Sayles
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