Paying for Big Government and its Escalating Costs
A Washington report outlines how the federal government has expanded to hire more than 7,000 staffers for Congress and related entities, costing taxpayers over 50 million annually. It notes rising staff sizes since 1914, questions the value of many Senate subcommittees, and argues for scrutiny to curb unnecessary expansion.
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Washington, D. C
Congress
Congressional
Carl Vinson
Rep. Vinson
Sen. Ellender
Louisiana
Senate Judiciary Committee
Senate
Spring Fever Talk Promises Warmer Days Ahead
Weather outlook hints at above normal temperatures soon as five flag forecast signals milder, sunny spells. Spring fever grips all ages with lethargy from lingering memories of sub zero winters, yet science offers no inoculation though most recover.
Question Raised of Need for New Agency to Regulate Other Agencies
A Washington report says President Kennedy may ask Congress to create an agency to regulate administrative agencies. The piece argues regulators may need limiting or abolition in favor of market forces, warning a super-agency could spawn new bureaus and raise costs, with likely cuts to commissions like the ICC, FCC, and SEC. It notes potential pruning of powers and even abolition of moribund commissions, in light of 1887 origins and modern competition.
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Washington
Kennedy
Congress
Federal Communications Commission
Interstate Commerce Commission
Securities and Exchange Commission
Western Plains
America
Chicago
Buffalo
Great Lakes
Commodore Vanderbilt
New York Central
High Plains
LCC
1.C.C
T.C.C
Hobby Kennedy
Department of Justice
Muscatine Journal Ad Rates And Publication Details
The Muscatine Journal lists its press affiliation with Associated Press and Iowa Daily Press Association. It provides contact details for the Des Moines office, postal subscription options, delivery and mail rates, and advertising management. The paper notes daily and Sunday delivery terms, regional pricing, and subscription methods within Muscatine and nearby areas.
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The
Iowa Daily Press Association
Dex Moines News and Business Office
BUN Shops
National Desire to Cut Foreign Aid Reflected in Committee Report
Kennedy faces pressure as a 10 member committee led by Gen. Clay recommends trimming foreign aid. The report aligns with Congress economy mood and David Bell’s backing for reduced totals. Kennedy mayLower his next aid request while preserving policy aims against critics.
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James Marlow
Brens
Washington —P
Congres
Kennedy
Committee On
Lucius D. Clay
David Bell
Kennedy le
Coniitear
Congress
Clay
Bell
Benenthal
Jess
Greece
Israel
China
Libya
Saudi Arabia
Venezuela
Committee
the Provident
Value and psychology drive sales in era of advertising
A lecture tale from Dr. Crane explains that value is emotional, not cost based, with Antiques and stamps illustrating subjective worth. A salesman demonstrates how shifting a prospect's memories and feelings can elevate a product in minutes, as in a music store case where a record player becomes the best buy in the buyer’s mind. The piece also notes military entry details for warrant officer flight training and recruitment contact.
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Harry
Dr. Crane
Canadian Baritone London Sees US Culture Gap
Metropolitan Opera star London, born in Montreal, argues American culture lags Europe and needs government support for an arts subsidy. He notes few US opera companies, many American singers work abroad, and calls culture a dirty word here while stress on funding rivals wildlife budgets. He also shares fitness routine and jokes about tenor vanity.
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New York
America
George
London
Montreal
Quebec
Metropolitan Opera
Iowa
Elected officers and meat checkoff vote at Cedar County swine event
Tipton Howard Lenker of Wilton and Edward Crock were elected to 3 year terms for southeast and central Cedar County Swine Improvement associations respectively at the Mechanicsville banquet. Reported TGE in hogs reached 41 of 250, with 2500 head lost over six months, about 17 percent. Members voted 133 in favor and 39 opposed for another meat checkoff bill.
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Tipton
Howard Lenker
Wiltom
Cedar County Swine Improvement Association
Arnival
Mechanicsville
Edward Crock
Prayer reflects Micah law and humble path to God
A devotional prayer cites Micah 6 8 and asks God to guide believers in doing justly loving mercy and walking humbly while acknowledging human failure and seeking growth through Christ our Savior Amen.
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God
Christ
Muscatine News Briefs From March Era
Our Yesterdays notes re opening public schools March 20 after a two week vacation with improvements for efficiency. An auction at Gottard and Pinkham's. Muscatine may run streetcars on electric motors while other towns test propulsion. WIC.T.U. county convention set for Muscatine April 6. Three years ago Muscatine aided flood cities in Ohio and Indiana with a subscription drive near 1000 dollars. Mayor Koehler urged donations. Two years ago health department costs rose to 97 cents per person from 49 cents. Muscatine joins Iowa junior colleges in eighth place by enrollment. The Men’s club plans a second anniversary dinner March 29 at the YWCA. The Muscatine county chapter of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis secured protection. Walter Riley re‑elected county chairman. A state representatives’ conference was held yesterday.
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Gottard and Pinkham's
Muscatine
Muscatine Join College
Iowa
Ywca I
Muscatine County
National Foundation
Walter. Riley
Dear Abby column letters on neighbor dog and aging plans
Dear Abby columns discuss a neighbor naming a dog Wilbur to provoke a spouse, a woman debating legal action for disturbance, and other anecdotes. A widow considers rest home care rather than burdening children. Advice covers manners, kissing memories, and aging plans.
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Wilbur
Outraged
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