Annual Legislative Fiction Drives Debt Limit Debate
A House vote of 228 to 164 raises the federal debt limit to 328 billion for the new fiscal year, with the current debt totaling 817.7 billion. The piece notes the recurring use of a “temporary” limit, the ease of changing rules, and calls for aligning spending with income while warning of rising debt retirement obligations for taxpayers and future generations.
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Entire Nature of War In Viet Nam Is Changed
Washington reports quote Ambassador Maxwell Taylor stating the war’s nature has shifted and US lives and money will cost more without rapid combat support. The piece notes uncertainty over President Johnson’s stance, cites a colonel on underestimating Viet Minh strength, and describes Hanoi’s growing army and Saigon’s collapsing governance.
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Our Yesterdays Ten Years Ago Invention by smoke neighbor’s chimney
A humorous note recalls a man who avoids subscribing by borrowing a paper and has built a device to cook his dinner using the smoke from a neighbor's chimney. Rev. John Armstrong is to be installed as pastor of the Presbyterian church this evening.
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Question Arises What Does U S Do Next in Viet Nam
Washington analysts note American foreign policy is unsettled amid Johnsons focus on domestic matters. Viet Nam and the Dominican Republic are the main fronts, with South Viet Nam’s unstable governments raising questions about future U S actions and potential full scale conflict if North Vietnam or China escalate.
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Dr Crane's Worry Clinic Explains Quieting an Active Child
Dr George W Crane describes Dolly B a five year old with boundless energy. He compares energy drainage to a steam boiler safety valve and urges more outdoor activity and chores to release energy constructively.
Glass origins debated with finds in Egypt and Syria
Archaeologists debate whether glass was first crafted in Egypt or Syria as ancient glass vessels discovered in both regions suggest early adoption. The evidence hints at earlier use than previously documented, with researchers weighing archaeological contexts and production techniques across centuries.
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Dear Abby column questions about in law ties and trust
A Long Beach reader asks Abby how to handle a wife who communicates constantly with her mother and a husband who locks the cellar and car, fearing trust issues. Abby suggests the mother daughter bond is strong but unchangeable and recommends counseling for the husband.
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Blue Knights Fly Hard Against North Vietnamese Mig Threat
In Vietnam a select group of U S Air Force pilots known as the Blue Knights of the 476th Tactical Fighter Squadron have racked up over 750000 miles in 570 sorties since April. They defend bombers by keeping MiGs at bay while hoping for real combat. The Skycatchers emphasize speed and effectiveness of their F104 Starfighters with two Sidewinder missiles and a 20 mm Gatling gun. Maj Walter W Irwin leads from Apple Valley California at age 42 as operations chief, while the outfit pursues a chance to engage the enemy in air combat.
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Daily Across LAtthe Masthead 1 6 Essential 1 Indian coins
Across clues appear in a cryptic style with partial entries listed next to numbered positions. The puzzle references items such as coins, authors, languages, deceptions, and various nouns, outlining a dense crossword style fill.
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Prayer extract on faithfulness and Caleb
A devotional fragment praising steadfast faithfulness and trust in God. It reflects on biblical figures who believed in Thee and remained faithful under pressure. The prayer asks for continued trust and full obedience, honoring the Savior.
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