Fence Talk and Foreign Tax Sparks Trade Tensions
The article argues for a firm US financial stance with Western Europe as a foreign investments tax proposal wavers. It notes Italian bankers blaming White House fiscal irresponsibility, Italy’s shoe exports rising while imports surge, and lawmakers urging a clear policy to avoid alarming European partners. It highlights Kennedy Khrushchev era demands, missile withdrawal, and the two way trade pressure shaping relations.
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Europe
White House
Italy
Henry J. Taylor
Kennedy
U.S
Khrushchev
Salazar Defends Africa Policy Amid UN Tensions
In a major policy address Salazar reasserted Portugal’s claim to its African provinces and pledged to defend them. He accused UN critics and emphasized a multi racial society while opposing “black racism.” The UN Security Council had just voted to limit arms embargo on July 31.
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United Nations
Antonio Salazar
Portugal
Africa
Goa
Nehru
V. K. Krishna Menon
Hong Kong
Menon
Salazar
Unit- Nations Security Council
Salazar warns of Africa domination by Soviet union in prophecy
The elderly Portuguese premier urged a ban on weapons to African territories and accused the West of paving the way for Soviet domination. He contrasted American policy with Russia, saying both pursue control under different ideals. He cited the State Department’s Africa for the Africans slogan as aiding Moscow’s aims.
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Portugal
United States
Britain
France
Unon
Salazar
State Department
Africa
Russia
Anniversary of the Berlin Wall Prompts Wary Parades
On the second anniversary of the Berlin Wall a West Berlin group paraded with a banner asking When Will the Wall fall The slogan reflects the wall as a barrier rather than a target of demolition Diplomats struggled to ease tensions while President Kennedy reportedly stared at the structure in Berlin this summer The wall remains a functional barrier despite critique of its construction and aim
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Free Berlin
Free World
Kennedy
Berlin
Racial Demonstrations Challenge Equal Rights Doctrine
A New York Herald Tribune column argues that federal law through the Taft Hartley Act enforces a union shop that forces workers to join unions or accept discriminatory hiring terms. It claims the provision violates equal rights and urges repeal to remove compulsory unionization across states, noting liberal protests are absent.
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Washington
Senate
House of Representatives
Congress
New York Herald Tri- Dune, Inc
Dirksen Defies Pressure on Civil Rights Stand in Senate
In a rare display of principle, Senator Everett Dirksen refused to pander to the NAACP and public opinion over the Civil Rights bill's public accommodations section. Meanwhile House Republicans pressed a Powell-named anti discrimination amendment to the Vocational Education Act, risking political rifts as they backed race neutral language to gain favor with voters. The amendment failed 217 to 181, exposing sharp party divides.
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Republican Party
Capitol Hill
Everett Dirksen
House
Dirksen
Senate
NAACP
GOP
House of Representatives
Mercy on us cry from Luke seventeen digest
A Bible digest citing Luke seventeen thirteen asks readers to turn to God as a last resort after trying everything else. It emphasizes the promise “It will never leave thee nor forsake thee” as a comforting assurance.
Storm Hits Lake Charles Area: One Dead
In August 1939 the News-Star reported a Gulf storm with winds to 50 mph striking Lake Charles killing one person. Cameron was noted as the first town hit on the Louisiana coast. James J. Hines faced trial in New York on conspiracy charges tied to the policy racket. Major General Julian L. Schley urged $200,000 in federal funds for an Ouachita River dam project.
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News-Star
Lake Charles
Cameron
Louisiana
James J. Hines
Tammany Hall
New York
Army
Julian L. Schley
Ouachita River
Arkansas
Skin Reactions to Chemicals in Daily Life
Health column discusses skin reactions to cosmetics and house chemicals. It notes homemakers face 400 to 600 cosmetic ingredients across 20–30 products, with about 2 percent affected. Advice emphasizes label reading, hand hygiene, and wearing gloves. includes reader questions on oily skin from fatty foods, risks of neglected finger infections, and girdle use for support.
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James W. Burks
New Orleans
Dr. Burks
Test Ban Treaty Debate Shapes Nuclear Policy
Washington faces a winter crisis with potential Soviet and North Korean advances. U S military leaders warn of possible tactical nuclear use if needed, while the State Department may require a 90 day wait under the Moscow treaty. Experts note loopholes and require Congress to abrogate treaties to alter policy.
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38Th Parallel
U.S
Pentagon
Joint Chiefs
State Department
Moscow
Averell Harriman
Senate
Soviet Union
United States
Congress
Thomas J. Norton
The
Minnesota
Hubert Humphrey
Congressional Record
There is a way that seems right to man, yet ends in death
The verse warns that human plans aside from God lead to judgment and sorrow. Truth comes only from God's revelation through creation, providence, Christ, and Scripture. Ignoring this holiness, justice, love, and mercy blocks eternal happiness and forgiveness.
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K. M
Monroe News-Star masthead and credits
The Monroe News Star declares itself an independent newspaper. It lists publishers editors and staff across years 1929 to 1952 and notes Associated Press affiliation and advertising representation nationwide. It describes its stance on printing the news and supporting what is right.
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John DB. Ewing
Wilson Ewing
Richard Hale
Monroe Post Office
News-Star— World Publishing Corporation
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Olive Street
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William H. Bronson
Jack
Campbell
Edmund G. Brown
Mor Jack Gates
Bert Hatten
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al News
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Detroit
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Memphis
Dallas
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Los Angeles
Charlotte
Monroe News-Star
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