The Synonym Trap in Defining Core Ideas
The article discusses how true synonyms are rare and explains the importance of using words with precise, fixed meanings. It emphasizes semantic clarity, contrasting terms like belief faith and conviction, and notes that exact definitions help avoid argument and miscommunication.
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McNamara Faces Uncertain Pentagon Future Amid Resentment
The article explains Defense Secretary McNamara’s precarious hold as officers resent his civilian leadership. It notes pressure from Johnson's circle, the influence of Cyrus Vance, and a possible shift of military policy initiative toward the Senate, with Dynasoar and MOL program changes cited as signals.
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Defense
Robert McNamara
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Army
Cyrus Vance
Johnson
Pentagon
Manned Orbiting Laboratory
Defense Secretary
Senate
Economic isolation and the Schachtian tax critique
The article argues against a proposed tax on American purchases of foreign securities seen as a Schachtian device. It warns such measures hurt free investment and provoke retaliation, urging adherence to capitalist principles to avoid undermining the dollar and trust in American finance. It compares past British capital flows to modern pragmatism and warns the balance of payments policy could backfire.
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Schacht
United States
Te Alliance For Progress
United States of America
Britain
Kenya's Path Toward Democracy and Afri can Socialism
The piece surveys Kenya's post independence direction under Jomo Kenyatta, noting tribal tensions, KANU dominance, and potential drift toward one party rule. It contrasts Kenya's opportunities with challenges from the Northeast Somalis and border risks with Somalia, while praising Britain for initial support and outlining economic gains and exports. It highlights recent Public Security Ordinance tightening and implications for a plural, open society under a black African majority.
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Jomo Kenyatta
Kenya
Tanganyika
Kenyatta
KANU
Kenya National Union
Free Africa
Congo
Johnstone Kamau
Nairobi
Somalia
Uhura
Britain
Uganda
Zanzibar
Oginga Odinga
Tom Mboya
Market pressure builds as Common Market farm policy deadline nears
Foreign ministers of the European Common Market converge in Brussels amid talks on a common agricultural policy. Charles de Gaulle warns France may quit if no package by year end, with Dec 31 as the looming deadline and grain prices at the heart of the dispute.
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Brussels
Charles de Gaulle
France
de Gaulle
Britain
West Germany
Turning in a False Alarm Prank Yields Community Service
Two 17-year-olds in Troy received three hours of daily cleanup work for 20 days after turning in a false alarm prank. Initially sentenced to 60 days in jail, the punishment was suspended on condition of the community service. The case sparked debate over the balance of punishment and reform.
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Troy
Washington Window exposes wasteful spending by top brass
The piece criticizes Defense Department waste, citing Comptroller General audits and examples like the Air Force spending 323000 on unneeded furniture. It urges accountability from McNamara and cabinet officers, noting reports reach the Speaker and Senate leaders and urging Johnson to require reading.
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McNamara
George Anderson
Naval Operations
Curtis LeMay
Air Force
Ford Motor Company
National Defense Department
National Defense
Pentagon
Comptroller General
United States
Consolidated Armed Services
U.S. Congress
Congress
Comptroller
Earl Wilson
R-Ind
House
Army
Navy
Defense
Robert
S. McNamara
Senate
Johnson
Venture Spirit and Faith in Daily Living Prayer
The reader emphasizes a venturesome spirit tied to Jesus teachings ask seek knock and faith. Dr Roy Chapman Andrews notes adventures around each corner inspiring ongoing exploration. The prayer asks for strong faith to venture in the cause of Christ.
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Jesus
Roy Chapman Andrews
Christ
Little kingdom system eyed in Pennsylvania highways plan
Plans discussed in Harrisburg would decentralize highway programming to individual district offices, creating district kingdoms with wide local control. Critics warn of loss of statewide uniformity and central checks, while proponents claim benefits for public service.
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Little Kingdom
State Department of Highways
Harrisburg
Yesteryear
Department of Highways
Scranton
Pennsylvania
Capitol Hill
Cornfield
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