Irony of communism in Europe and U S response
The piece argues U.S. law allows Communist Party activity but labels the party weak domestically while highlighting Europe where communist influence rises. It notes France under De Gaulle cracking down amid five million votes and Italy's PCI signals and calls for unity, suggesting a leftward trend in European communism contrasted with American restraint.
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France
de Gaulle
Fifth Republic
Europe
Italy
Marx
Mao
Castro
Guevara
Japan’s Postwar Rise Sparks Economic Powerhouse Image
Japan, once defeated and occupied, has rebuilt into a leading industrial nation. It ranks high in shipbuilding, motorcycles, radios, and autos, with strong steel and power sectors. Mergers threaten to revive oligarchic strength, though the 21 year old constitution bans war.
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Douglas MacArthur
McCarthy Appeal Faces Voters With Mixed Views
Primary watchers debate Senator Eugene McCarthy's appeal as a coalition government advocate, guaranteed income supporter, and FBI director replacement proponent. His stance on recognizing Communist China and Watts criticism of Powell show demagogic signals, while New York's Kennedy ally contrasts him on a guaranteed wage and jobs. Voters will seek issue depth and seasoned experience in the November showdown.
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Eugene McCarthy
South Vietnam
J. Edgar Hoover
FBI
California
Robert Kennedy
Oregon
China
Watts
McCarthy
House of Representatives
Adam Clayton Powell
Watson Revises Tune As Postmaster General
Evans Washington reports turmoil as new Postmaster General W Marvin Watson alters White House fiscal belt tightening. He orders lavish renovations at taxpayer expense and hosts civil servants on Sequoia cruise, triggering backlash. Also notes volatile Paris crisis risking a lost top secret pouch on Vietnam talks and political shifts in California and Oregon politics.
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W. Marvin Watson Jr
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Watson
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Post Office Department
Johnson
Marvin
Paris
Vietnam
Orly Airfield
U.S
Bui Diem
Brussels
Inflation Threat Pushes Tax Hikes and Spending Cuts
Washington reports the inflation crisis deepening as the administration and business leaders demand tax increases and budget trimming. An Okun memo cites rising prices and wages, urging fiscal restraint to slow demand and avert a hard landing ahead of elections. The council warns that even with tax action the road to price stability will be long.
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Washington
Chamber of Commerce of the United
Council of Economic Advisers
Congress
Flag of Anarchy Flies Over Student Unrest in Europe and US
The essay traces anarchist symbols in Paris and New York protests, contrasts anarchism with communism, and argues modern political science education fails to learn from history. It cites Bakunin, Dutschke, Rudd, and Mussolini as context for anarchist attempts to run economies, then critiques the appeal to youth and the supposed “power structure” in today’s student movements.
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Arts Bourse
West Berlin
Rudi’ Dutschke
New York City
Columbia University
Mark Rudd
Michael Bakunin
Germany
J. Leslie Mitchell
U. S
Benito Mussolini
Lenin
Nechayev
Russia
Spain
Catalonia
Mark Rudds
Rudi Dutschkes
Sorbonne
Americans No Savoir Faire in Paris Peace Talks
In a Washington restaurant a trio of French diplomats discuss savoir faire amid Paris peace negotiations. They contrast American bluntness with refined diplomatic tact, illustrating how a South Vietnamese diplomat might subtly handle a sensitive room without causing embarrassment or jeopardizing talks.
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U.S
Paris
Geneva
Switzerland
California
Ronald Reagan
William Bagley
Bagley
Nixon
Richard M Nixon
Sacramento
Reagan
Nelson Rockefeller
Washington
Hanoi
South Vietnam
Bible Digest H. B. DEAN Watchful Christ Return Message
The piece urges readiness for Jesus return citing Revelation 22 20 and presents exhortations to watch for the Lord's second coming. It emphasizes personal accountability with questions about preparation and faithfulness awaiting Christ.
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Jesus
Poor People Camp Amid Shower Shortages and Riots
The piece notes 4000 residents in a Poor People camp with only four showers and no queue. It comments on Malcolm X's birthday celebration, LBJ’s Farewell Address, and critics doubting delivery timing. It also cites Rose Kennedy on family wealth and compares U.S. power to Paris unrest sparked by TV news coverage.
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LBJ
Monroe News-Star Publication Details and Policy
The Monroe News-Star, entered second class at Monroe post office June 1, 1909. Published daily except Saturdays and Sundays by News-Star-World Publishing Corporation, Atlantic North 4th and Olive, Monroe Louisiana. Staff includes Robert Ewing, Joan D. Ewing, Wilson Ewing, William Johnson, Jack Campbell, Edmund G Brown, Jack C Gates, Willem C Hardin. The Associated Press content policy and office ads list are also noted.
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News-Star—World Publishing Corporation
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Joan D. Ewing
Wilson Ewing
Willam Jonson
Jack
Campbdell
Edmund G. Brown
Jack C. Gates
Willem C. Hardin
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Dallas
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Los Angeles
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News-Star
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