Payments In Gold Reflections On U S Dollar Reserve Strains
An editorial notes the United States faces limited gold reserves and growing dollar deficits. It cites foreign holdings near 20 billion dollars, U S assets around 15.8 billion in gold, and a 1963 first quarter deficit of 820 million. It argues debt, aid, and overseas spending threaten dollar stability and fuel demand for gold payments.
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United States
Treasury
U. S. Monetary Fund
J. Dewey Duane
Federal Reserve Board
Bank of England
France
Switzerland
Canada
West Germany
Italy
Austria
Sweden
Bank of International Settlements
Duane
Gan
U. S
Free World
Laos
Cuba
Social Security tax fears rise as Mills proposes higher rates
The piece notes long standing concerns about shifting tax power and warns of a new push by Representative Wilbur Mills to raise Social Security taxes for higher wage earners. It explains current rates and the proposed rise on the $5,400 taxable salary, increasing maximums for employed and self employed workers.
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Mills
Public statements on Memorial Day address riots over segregation
The analysis notes administration remarks condemn disorders yet align with the rioters. Johnson’s Gettysburg speech urged white and Black unity, but framed justice as a Negro demand. Critics question selective law enforcement stance amid race restriction protests and potential violence.
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Gettysburg
Pennsylvania
Lyndon Johnson
Johnson
U S Military Retirement Law and Costs Rise
The United States has a large retiring military force with rising numbers and costs. Estimates show thousands of officers and enlisted personnel could return to service, while annual retirement payments grow from about 1.0 billion dollars to projected multi‑billion totals by 1980.
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United States
Army
Air Force
Richard H. Schord
Missouri
House
Armed Services Committee
Senate
Pentagon
Carl Vinson
House Armed Service Committee
Goldwater’s strategic silence on Kuchel speech
The piece argues Goldwater wisely avoids replying to Senator Kuchel’s May 2 blast at the Fright Peddlers while warning that the conservative candidate must soon amplify his case against the New Frontier. It notes the campaign value of caginess but cautions against avoiding underlying causes of nutty extremism.
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Senator Goldwater
Tom Kuchel
Goldwater
Kuchel
Senator Kuchel
Arms Control and Disarmament Agency
U. S
United Nations
Rachel
Barry Goldwater
Fearless Fosdick
Republican Party
Ouachita Parish High School names valedictorian and salutatorian
In Ouachita Parish, Edna Mae Vallery and Charlotte Roberts were named valedictorian and salutatorian for the class of 1938 at Ouachita Parish High School. Coroner Wolff reports Charles Richardson died from a skull fracture not drowning, with foul play suspected. Senator Ellender says Roosevelt approved 36000 for old state Capitol improvements.
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Edna Mae Vallery
Charlotte Roberts
Ouachita Parish High School
Ouachita Parish
Irving J. Wolff
Charles
Preacher) Richardson
Ouachita River
Allen Ellender
Louisiana
Roosevelt
State Capitol
To Use Trees That Are Farther Apart
A short note discusses spacing trees farther apart. The focus is on optimizing growth and arrangement, suggesting wider gaps between plantings to improve health and access for maintenance. No specific species or location is mentioned.
Trio to Face Trial Over Desegregation Rioting at Ole Miss
Three men Hinton May and Miles go on trial in federal court charged with interfering with U S marshals during the Ole Miss desegregation riot last fall. Indicted January 15 they are tied to the September 30 clashes that left two dead and many injured as James Meredith arrived. Judge Claude F Clayton will preside over the jury trial.
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James H. Meredith
U.S
How To Keep Well Modern Factory Life Affects Nervous System
The article contrasts assembly line work with traditional crafts explaining that repetitive tasks plus social noise can strain the nervous system. Automation reduces physical hazards but raises inactivity risks and boredom as machines grow. It notes exercise protects heart health and questions long term emotional impact. A reader asks about varicose veins and phlebitis treatment and whether vein stripping is necessary.
Excessive Smoking and Bloodshot Eyes Questioned
Reader asks if heavy tobacco use can inflame eyes and cause redness. Medical guidance notes irritation from smoke exposure may redden eyes but eye pain or vision changes require evaluation by a clinician.
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F. H
Health Qs on hair loss and smoking irritants
A reader questions if female sex hormones restore thinning hair and notes that balding in women has multiple causes. A second letter asks if alcohol worsens nasal congestion and cough. the reply: yes, except with small amounts. A health hint warns never neglect a chronic cough.
Goldwater Feeds Momentum In 1964 Presidential Bid
Arizona Senator Barry Goldwater gains in GOP polls to lead the 1964 nominating race as surveys and experts predict a strong surge. Gallup and other polls show Goldwater rising past Nelson Rockefeller among Republicans and independents, with key delegates and Southern support noted. Governor Paul Fanin forecasts a Goldwater victory if he runs.
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America
Nelson Rockefeller
Rocky
George Romney
Goldwater
Rockefeller
George Gallup
GOP
Congressional Quarterly
Indianapolis News
The
Atlanta Constitution
Arizona
Paul Fanin
Kennedy
Will Heaven Preserve Life After End Times
The answer explains that heaven will be a transformed state with a new heaven and new earth. Marriage and birth cease as in angels, since rulers of heaven do not marry. The redeemed live on a celestial plane, with no sorrow or fear. Names remain written in the Lamb's book of life, urging personal preparation for God.
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Jesus
Heaven
HE Lame
God
Monroe News-Star History At A Glance
The Monroe News-Star traces its roots to 1891 with publication as a daily except weekends. The staff lists John C. Ewing publisher era and leaders including Robert Ewing Jr as board chair, Jack S. Campbell as general manager, and Edmund G. Brown as assistant general manager, with Associated Press affiliations and Branham Company as national ad representative.
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John C. Ewing
Wilson Ewing
Richard Hale
Monroe
News-Star—World Publishing Corporation
Olive
North Fourth St
Robert Ewing, Jr
William H. Bronson
Jack S. Campbell
Edmund
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Vinson
Congress
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Defense Department
West Point
Annapolis
New York Herald Tribune, Inc
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Conservative
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