Unbeatability of Great Traditional Art Explored
Sydney J Harris argues that modern art and experiments struggle against the enduring strength of traditional masters like Mozart and Rembrandt. He notes how figures such as Joyce or Picasso test boundaries yet warns that much modern work is mediocre. The piece stresses discerning quality and supporting the true standout art across eras.
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Mozart
Rembrandt
Beethoven
James Joyce
Ulysses
Picasso
Stravinsky
Piccaso
Goldwater Weighs Presidential Run Amid Reluctant Resolve
The article analyzes Senator Barry Goldwater’s hesitation about a 1964 presidential bid. It cites his Senate leadership of conservatives, fear that defeat could damage the movement, and hints that activist supporters push him to campaign while he weighs risks to his Senate seat and conservative influence.
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Mr. Goldwater
Senate
Robert Taft
William E. Borah
George Norris
U. S
Maine
Hawaii
Alf Landon
Goldwater
Sen. Goldwater
A Fresh View of the Air Force Academy Mecca for Youth
President Kennedy visits Colorado Springs for graduation at the Air Force Academy. Writers compare the academy to West Point and Annapolis, noting its space age appeal and its rapid growth to 2,500 cadets. Critics praise leadership training but call for stronger civilian and academic integration.
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Kennedy
Colorado Springs
Air Force Academy
Holy Land
West Point
Annapolis
Disneyland East
David Boroff
Harper’s
Boroff
Harvard
No Substitute The New York Stock Exchange Cautions Investors
The NYSE President Keith Funston warns that uninformed investors are dangerous to the economy and prone to rumors schemes and panic. He notes the exchange has improved access to factual information to protect investors while stressing individual intelligence remains essential.
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NEW York Stock Exchange
Exchange
Keith Funston
One Place We’re Behind Featherbedding Outlawed
The Washington Daily News argues the nation lags Russia on featherbedding. It cites John Santo's House unedited testimony that such practice does not exist in Hungary and calls featherbedding an insane idea gradually being eliminated in America, though too slowly.
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Washington
D.C
Daily News
Russia
House On American Activities Committee
John Santo
Red
Hungary
Bicycle riders urged to follow traffic signals rules
Bristol authorities warn bicycle riders must observe traffic signals and road rules just as drivers do. Officials urge parents to teach youngsters safe and sane bike riding to prevent violations and accidents.
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Bristol
Kennedy extends Peace Corps plan to tackle domestic ills
The Everett Herald reports President Kennedy proposes expanding the Peace Corps into a three pronged effort to fight domestic problems. It argues that while youths can aid abroad like in Nigeria they should also address idle time at home, and warns that government payroll jobs alone won't restore prosperity.
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Everett
Wash
Kennedy
Peace Corps
Nigeria
Washington
Feaf
Legal duties in termite disputes and child support
A buyer may rescind or seek damages if the seller misrepresented termite presence or knew of infestation. Damages can include termite eradication costs and property damage. A lawyer should be consulted for specifics. A wife can seek child support regardless of custody, and the husband’s obligation to support may continue until divorce unless misconduct allows termination of support.
Debate Over College Placement Agencies Sparks National Talk
The column analyzes the rivalry between USES and College Placement Council Inc as they vie to place new graduates. It argues for congressional inquiry into their roles and policy, noting conflicting claims about scope and illegality and urging a long, cool legislative review.
London hospital faux doctor rises through ranks
A 29 year old former drug salesman at a London hospital posed as a bachelor of medicine and, though not a qualified doctor, he impressed senior physicians with ward duties and preoperative prep. The consultant offered help to find another job, citing rigid laws safeguarding the public good and urging personal fidelity to the law and divine will.
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London
God
Man
Conante
Jesue 1
Religious appeal on race equality and church stance
The text argues for equal rights regardless of race, citing Jesus and a 1944 World Council of Churches declaration that segregation is sin. It pleads for conscience and open fellowship, ending with a prayer asking for help to overcome prejudice.
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World Council of Churches
Sports stir into action as millions take up athletic pursuits
A columnist cites National Recreational Assn and other groups reporting 7.5 million softball players and 3 million volleyball players, 36 million boating enthusiasts with 7 million owning boats, and 4 million golfers, arguing that Americans are increasingly active. He contrasts this with the view of some elites and urges parents and readers to join in dancing or skating while reflecting on cultural pressures. He references Kennedy’s push to rally the public to physical activity and warns of the consequences of apathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Willie Mays
Mickey Mantle
Ernie Davis
America
National Recreational Assn
American Camping Assn
Fundation
White House
New York
Madison Square Garden
Kennedy
Working Lieutenant Governor Shafer Expands Pennsylvania Role
In Harrisburg lieutenant governor Raymond P. Shafer presides over the State Senate and chairs the Board of Pardons while joining Governor Scranton in promoting the Pennsylvania Story. He travels frequently for speeches, assists with tax programs, and sits in on cabinet meetings, highlighting a hands on approach unusual for the office. Shafer, a former PT Boat commander, is 46 and plans to attend Allegheny College’s 25th reunion later this month.
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Raymond P. Shafer
State Senate
State Board of Pardons
Winers Semigon
Shafer
Bill Scranton
Pennsylvania
Scranton
Bill Greenee
Mr. Shafer
Mr. Scranton
Kennedy
Crawford
General MacArthur
Corregidor
Philippines
Raymond Philip Shafer
Allegheny College
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Roscoe Drummond
Sen
Barry Goldwater
Drummond
Tion
Arizona
Mr. Kennedy
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North Mercer Street
New Castile
Richard E. Rentz
Jesse Treadne
Anderson
Treas
J. Psidhumz
Treas Eleevor Tieaswll Fayson
Leone d T. AO
Aemski Eee Ee Mar
James W. Tievari
Bell Teleonone
Oliver
Wience
Buvier
Beaver
Lee
Fenmaly
Washington, D.C
U. S. Employment Service
USES
College Placement Council Inc
Robert F. Herrick
Bethlehem
Robert C. Goodwin
Bureau of Employment Security
Mr. Goodwin
BY Holmes Alexander
Herrick
Goodwin
Alexander
By James Keller
Gene Stone
John Chamberlain
Young
Libertine
Chamberlain
Mason Denison
Harrisburg
Capitol Hill
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