Jefferson Viewpoint on Prayer in Public Schools Sparks Debate
John Chamberlain de Stewart contends the Supreme Court ruling on Lord's Prayer recitation in public schools reflects Jefferson's philosophy. He argues Jefferson favored local choice and public funds for broadly conceived religion, not establishment, suggesting morality and religion were inseparable and prayer could align with civic education without imposing a sect. The piece critiques the Court's interpretation of the First Amendment as not mirroring the Founders' intent.
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Supreme Court
Freedom Is Hard Bought And Should Be Protected
An opinion arguing that freedom, including economic liberty and the right to choose fuels, is under threat from government policies and producers. The piece warns that a national fuels policy could end freedom of choice and honest competition, urging citizen vigilance.
The Fourth of July Remembered and Sweetened by Change
The piece recalls old Fourth of July scenes with games picnics fireworks and speeches by leaders from Washington to Franklin. It notes national pride remains but warns a vital spirit may be missing as times change and prosperity grows. Each reader is urged to reflect on national faith courage and destiny.
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Peanut Butter Trust
Count What's Left From The Point Of View Of The Taxpayer
The piece argues taxpayers care about net take after all levies. It notes federal tax cuts may be wiped out by higher state and local taxes. It warns that even with some federal relief, social security and other levies rise, urging a full view of the overall tax burden.
Statement of faith in freedom and Christian welfare
In Pecos Texas the Independent paper quotes a belief that freedom is a divine gift not a political grant. It asserts freedom aligns with Christianity and that welfare rests on individual initiative with government chiefly protecting liberty.
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Texas
Local officials urged to publish regular public fund accounting
In Marksville Louisiana the Weekly News endorses public finance transparency urging every elected or appointed official who handles tax funds to publish regular accounts detailing spending. The stance frames such disclosures as essential to democratic government and anti corruption.
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Marksville
Moon Race Waste or Prestige, Ruark Says
Robert C. Ruark laments a $40 billion space program as a prestige quest not value driven. He argues Congress and presidents push moon efforts for politics while scientists doubt its necessity, noting parallel bids like Concord and Pan-American jets amid budgetary boondoggles and a peanut butter subsidies controversy.
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GOP Crisis Aims at GOP Nominee in 1964
William S. White reports a GOP leadership crisis as Goldwater gains ground while Rockefeller declines. Eastern Republicans shift from Rockefeller support to a Stop Goldwater stance, boosting Goldwater's image amid civil rights clashes and resistance to federal intrusions on private business.
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William Scranton
Pennsylvania
Goldwater
Robert A. Taft
Ohio
Dwight Eisenhower
Rockefeller
Senate
Kennedy
Make Your Life Count in This Living Prayer
A short prayer reflection by Gene Stone urges making the single life count. It compares limited chances to five or ten lives and asks for guidance to live for God, advancing His kingdom, with gratitude for life given.
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Civil Rights Focus Turns to Congress for Equality
The President urges Congress to enact broad civil rights legislation to guarantee equal opportunity in voting, education, public accommodations, and employment. He stresses national citizenship over regional interests and calls for a bipartisan effort to end racial injustice, warning time is running out.
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Bible Thought and Language Notes
An item defines impugn as to attack by words or arguments with Latin origin. It lists Farrago as a medley and notes Bible verse from Matthew 21 22 about prayer and belief. The piece presents a glossary style readout with brief definitions and origins.
Senseless stockpiling and political venting in Washington
Congress critiques government stockpiles of castor oil valued at 55 million dollars and feathers at 38 million dollars. Sen Stephen Young mocks the situation while Barry Goldwater defends conservatism and jokes about being a mossback. David Powers hosts a birthday at the White House and is humorously nicknamed Under Secretary in Charge of Baseball with gifts and quips.
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Stephen Young
Ohio
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R-Ariz
Senate
Mossback
Goldwater
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America
New Frontier
David Powers
White House
Kennedy
Powers
Excuses Foiled by Virginia Game Warden
A Roanoke River incident reports a 21 year old man caught fishing without a license. The warden issued a summons noting licensing rules for ages 16 to 60 and the man claimed he was practicing. The piece closes with a reflective moral and a Bible verse urging accountability.
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Virgina
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