City eyes flexible reform to strong mayor system
New Castle considers shifting from a commission form to a strong mayor model with a council and an administrative aide proposing programs. The Charter Revision Committee studies a code that avoids over detail while leveraging state charter powers. Support comes from Senator Muskie and chamber figures urging modernized local government to meet rising demands and avoid federal dominance.
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Caroline Knox Memorial Fund awards two full tuition scholarships
The Caroline Knox Memorial Fund establishes two annual full tuition scholarships in memory of Lewis William and Mrs. Caroline Knox. Since 1959 the fund supported community projects and now selects two top high school graduates to fund college.
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New Castle News details and staff listings
New Castle News published by The News Company lists executives Richard E. Bents president and general manager Jessie Treadwell vice president J. Fred Rentsak secretary ass't treas Eleanor T ass't secretary Leonard T Mer editor James W Triwry advertising and credit managers Bell Telephone and Asian number listings and mail rates shown for subscription options.
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Parents of Teenagers Need Courageous Stand
A New Castle column argues the Parents of Teenagers group lacks a strong lobby to discipline children and set rules. It notes teenagers wield power, schools absorb home duties, and parental laxity leads to permissive outcomes in driving, dress, and graduation party norms.
Thoughts on freedom and humor by Sydney J Harris
The column argues freedom means choosing what is best for oneself not just doing as one pleases. It cites Eric Hoffer on justice and forgiveness, laments totalitarian humor decline, and critiques money, friendship, and statesmanship. It notes the paradoxes of freedom and the dangers of hidden evils in society.
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Two Parties Stretch Truth in Political Climate
Washington commentary argues both parties exaggerate, citing Dirksen Ford criticism of Johnson, McNamara defense disputes, and LBJ wage policy. It notes misstatements in Vietnam hopes, Dominican Republic actions, and employment figures, concluding politics breeds exaggeration and honesty is rare.
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Today's Living by Gene Stone
Advice on coping with stress and the desire to escape problems urges turning inward to faith and peace from God. The piece cites the Psalmist and emphasizes contentment and strength through prayer and spiritual trust. It notes friendship as a strong support, ending with a biblical proverb about friendship.
Debate on Vietnam War and Peacenik Arguments
John Chamberlain argues that China and the Soviet Union benefit from U.S. entanglement in Vietnam. He warns a U.S. withdrawal would appear as a paper tiger and urges brinkmanship or talks with Taiwan to pressure Beijing and Moscow toward peace talks.
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Vietnam
Shapp Faces Labor Backing as Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate
Commentary argues Milton J. Shapp’s labor support stems from his role as the Democratic nominee, not his personal union ties. Labor leaders historically back Democrats, with ongoing questions about future alignment despite Shapp’s labor-leaning posture.
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Shorty Powers Expands Space Publicity Ventures In Florida
Col Ret John Shorty Powers, famed Voice of Mercury Control, hosts a busy space related hub at KMSC in Cape Canaveral area. He runs a public relations firm Powerhouse Inc and a space news column while broadcasting for 80 stations during space launches. Powers recently married the former Women’s Editor of the News and remains deeply involved with NASA and space publicity.
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MSC
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