Death of God debate pits church scholars against orthodoxy
United Press International reports religious freedom clashes with Christian atheism as Dr. Thomas J. Altizer of Emory University and Dr. William Hamilton of Colgate Rochester Divinity School advocate radical theology. Presbyterian officials defend publishing Altizer’s views asserting open debate helps the church. Emory faces alumni backlash but tenure and university leadership defend Altizer’s right to discuss controversial ideas.
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Louis Cassels
United Press International
Thomas J. J. Altizer
William Hamilton
Altizer
Emory University
Atlanta
Hamilton
Colgate - Rochester Divinity School
Rochester
N.Y
Westminster Press
United Presbyterian Church
Westminster
Walter L. Jenkins
Presbyterian Board of Christian Education
Jenkins
Carl F. Henry
Christianity Today
Emory
Sanford S. Atwood
Is Patriotism Dead In Our City
An editorial laments dwindling public patriotism amid Memorial Day and Fourth of July without many flags or ceremonies. It cites bell ringing efforts from 1963, cites Ellwood City as the only county bell program, and asks why officials and residents neglect flags and respect for the day commemorating independence.
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Connecticut
Congress
Lawrence County
Ellwood City
Freedom
New Castle
Viet Nam
Stigler critiques liberal conservative clash in economy debate
University of Chicago economist George J. Stigler argues the debate over government's economic role is stalled by both sides. He splits the discourse into four areas, starting with liberty, noting conservatives fear state power reduces freedom while liberals deem freedoms largely intact.
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University of Chicago
George J. Stigler
Goldwater
Stigler
Conservatives and liberals in debate on public policy
Stigler surveys conservativ e and liberal positions on humanitarian aid efficiency state competence and the role of government. He argues conservatives favor broad policy costs and market solutions while liberals defend targeted aid. The piece suggests both sides sharpen critique and respond to challenges about government effectiveness and competition benefiting consumers.
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Stigler
Professor Stigler
Securities and Exchange Commission
I.C.C
How to Find a Lawyer in Your Town
A person seeking legal help can ask an employer for attorney referrals or consult local chambers of commerce or the Better Business Bureau. Local bar associations may offer a lawyer referral service. contact the county Prothonotary’s Office to reach the service manager. Psalm 91:2.
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Chamber of Commerce
Better Business Bureau
Rare early books found at Baker University Kansas
Three minutes a day recalling a storeroom discovery unearthed rare volumes at Baker University including an 1813 Somerset Bible the first Bible printed west of the Allegheny Mountains a Webster Bible from 1833 and an 18th century Methodist hymnal from London The find prompts reflection on reading scripture daily and applying its teachings to modern life Romans 15 4 cited in the text.
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Baker University
Kansas
Allegheny Mountains
Noah Webster
London
New Castle News presents local publication details and rates
The New Castle News announces its publication by The News Company with offices at 29 North Mercer Street New Castle Pennsylvania 16101. It lists key staff Richard E. Bents president and general manager Jessie Treadwell Anderson vice president and secretary Eleanor Treadwell Payson Pimdbedisd assistant secretary Leonard T Koiasi and James W Trevitt as editor. Advertising and credit manager is Bell Telephone private exchange. Subscription rates are 50 cents weekly and 10 cents per copy with mail rates for Lawrence Butler Beaver counties and outside the counties.
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News Company
North Mercer Street
New Castle
Richard E. Bents
Jessie Treadwell Anderson
Ecee
Treas
Eleanor Treadwell Payson
Kooeeresas
Leonard T. Koiasi
Eevese
James W. Trevitt
Bell Telephone (Private Exchange
Lawrence
Butler
Beaver
Strictly Personal Thoughts at Large on Merit and Morality
A collection of aphoristic reflections on self perception and society. It critiques mirror reality, modesty, money, patriotism, truth, parenting fairness, executive blame, sin’s wages, human evolution, and political shortsightedness, arguing both conservatives and liberals misread time and truth.
Crisis to Opportunity The Biblical Guide to Facing Crises
Gene Stone writes that crises need not spell disaster and can become opportunities. He cites biblical figures such as Jesus and Paul as examples, stressing that victory comes from attitude and guidance from God, ending with a prayer for direction and strength.
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Jesus
Gethsemane
Paul
Post Office seeks bigger parcel limits amid private carrier clash
The Post Office, led by Postmaster General Larry O'Brien, pushes for congressional authority to double parcel weight and cubic-foot limits, arguing it would boost revenue while threatening established private carriers like Railway Express Agency. Critics warn of harming private businesses and jobs. REA employees and rail lines face potential losses as postal expansion looms.
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Larry O’brien
Post Office
Pony Express
Wells-Fargo
Railway Express Agency
United States
REA
Larry O'Brien
General Motors
O'Brien
Government Post
Kent Kennedy
O’brien
Congress
C. L. Dennis
Brotherhood of Railway and Steamship Clerks
Afl-Cio
REA Express
U.S
You
James Meredith A Lone Figure With A Mission
The piece portrays James Meredith as a solitary, earnest figure with a wary self view. He expresses fear of death and seeks a racially classless America while resisting hero worship and aligning with a cautious stance on civil rights groups and activism. Meredith reflects on politics, fear, and purpose.
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Meredith
NAACP
Vietnam
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Mississippi
National Press Club
Walter Tobringer
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