Growing Opposition to Foreign Aid Amid Costly Backlog
After 15 years of aid, opposition in Congress grows as costs mount and results lag. While State and Defense Departments push continuation, critics note stagnation in recipient economies, especially India and Latin America, and warn aid fuels socialism and weak private initiative.
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Japan
Congress
Louisiana
Otto Passman
State Department
Defense Department
Free World
Europe
United States
India
Latin America
Alliance For Progress
United States of America
Bokaro
Strange Arguments For Nuclear Test Ban Debate
Washington observers note puzzling push for ratification of the nuclear test ban. Joint Chiefs back ratification with caveats including underground testing and readiness for atmospheric resumption if needed. Dr Edward Teller opposes, arguing atmosphere tests are vital to deter Soviet advance and to develop defenses. Secretary McNamara stresses limited risk and testing in diplomacy, while fallout fears are deemed exaggerated. Senate debate expected for weeks as uncertainty persists.
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Washington
Joint Chiefs of Staff
United States
Congress
Joint Chiefs
Senate
Edward Teller
Capitol Hill
DR. Teller
America
McNamara
Russia
Soviets
Averell Harriman
Government targets outdoor recreation in new federal program
A 60 million dollar annual program proposal would last eight years to assist states with land acquisition and development for outdoor recreation. The piece notes the Department of the Interior oversees national parks and outlines a bureau setup to supervise recreation planning, surveys, and education while questioning government involvement in leisure.
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Department of the Bio
U.S. System of National Parks
Department of the Interior
House
More Crops Hope From U S Farm Planners Perspective
The piece argues that government planning in other nations worsens problems while U S farmers, driven by hardship, have built a resilient rural economy. It highlights increasing production from fewer acres and portrays planners as late and distorting compared with independent farmers.
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United States
Rural population drop sparks youth farm training plan
The piece notes fewer acres of stilt and a shrinking farm labor pool across the South and Midwest. Washington plans to train thousands of youths to operate farm machinery, a move that may help youth unemployment temporarily even as farm jobs fade.
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Mid- West
Washington
Leviathan of Big Statism Still Drags Across Land
Washington essay argues against federal overreach in domestic policy and park expansion. It cites Douglas installment lending rules, Burns Creek hydro project, and a Prairie National Park push. It notes Republican Idaho Utah Wyoming opposition and Michigan petitions to resist parkland seizure.
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Leviathan
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Congress
Senate
Burns Creek
Snake River
Idaho
Wyoming
Utah
Wyoming Natural Resources Board
Burns Creek Project
America
Interior
Udall
Kansas Prairie
Kansas
Dunes
Michigan
Phil Hart
Pat McNamarra
Secret police arrest Vienna official at border
The German secret police detained Captain Thomas Kendrick, British passport control officer for Vienna, as he crossed the German Swiss border. The News-Star notes this as a top 25 year old event from August 20, 1938. City of Monroe water and sewer improvements authorized with 1 896 482 dollars in Works Progress Administration funds. Columnist Westbrook Pegler mocked a sculptor by wearing artist garb to carve a model mouse for a St. Francis statue on a San Francisco hill.
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Thomas Kendrick
Vienna
State Planning Board
Works Progress Administration
City of Monroe
Westbrook Pegler
St. Francis
High Hill
San Francisco
Managing Hyperthyroidism During Pregnancy Proved Safe
A reader outlines that pregnancy restricts medical options for overactive thyroid. Treatments like propylthiouracil and methimazole harm the fetus, while radioactive iodine is unsafe under 30. Surgery is advised if diagnosis occurs early, with Lugol’s solution followed by thyroidectomy and ongoing thyroid hormone for the baby.
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Nancy
Convulsions and Related Brain Disorders Explored
A note lists disorders other than epilepsy that can cause convulsions. It cites infections, brain tumors, and vascular brain disorders as possible underlying conditions and invites readers to request a leaflet by sending a stamped self addressed envelope.
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R. F
Outlawed Heroin Question Answered
J P writes that heroin is not used legally by physicians or hospitals. The reply states heroin, though a potent pain killer, is outlawed in the country to prevent serious addiction.
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J. P
Restlessness Warning Sparks Reader Inquiry
Mr P H comments on health hints praising some tips and asks for more on restlessness. He notes restlessness can raise blood pressure harm digestion and sleep and appetite. He seeks guidance on dangers and remedies.
Does medicine help an enlarged heart
FE. C. writes that medicines can influence an enlarged heart. Drugs that lower blood pressure may reduce heart size. Digitalis and diuretics are helpful when dropsy occurs due to cardiac enlargement.
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M. F
FE. C
March Leaders Red History March Leaders Red History
The piece centers on Baynard Austin dubbed Mr March On Washington by A Philip Randolph ahead of a large DC rally. It also notes Frederick Rustin’s controversial background including FCC investigations, prior imprisonments, and associations with leftist causes. mentions Averell Harriman's potential Senate bid and his past gubernatorial loss as context.
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Washington
Baynard Austin
March-On-Washington
A. Philip Randolph
Randolph
Rustin
Austin
Thurmond
Young Communist League
Communist Party
Conversion Explained as a Spiritual Change in Life
Conversion is a supernatural transfer where a person shifts from self centeredness to God. It involves recognizing sin, feeling unworthy, and turning faith to Jesus Christ who forgives sins and enables holy living through the Holy Spirit.
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K.D
Lord Jesus Christ
Monroe News-Star masthead and staff details
The Monroe News-Star presents its masthead with founder John B. Ewing and later publishers Wilson Ewing and Richard Hale plus staff roles including Robert Ewing Jr as Chairman and William H. Bronson as President. It notes AP membership and Branham advertising reps with offices nationwide. The paper brands itself as independent and impartial in its political stance.
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Robert Ewing
John B. Ewing
Wilson Ewing
Richard Hale
Monroe
News-Star- World Publishing Corporation
North 4Th and
Olive Street
Robert Ewing, Jr
William H. Bronson
Jack S. Campbell
Edmund G. Brown
T. Gen
Jack Gates
Bert Hatten
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