Soviet Paranoia in Cold War Reflections on Russia
A critique of Soviet isolation and paranoia drawn from Andropov era power dynamics and a Walter Reich report. It contrasts Soviet military independence with Western norms, detailing the regime’s suppression of information and distrust of outsiders. The piece frames Russia as hierarchic, military driven, and suspicious, shaping foreign policy decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andropov
Kremlin
Walter Reich
Reich
Woodrow Wilson Quarterly
Leningrad
Soviet Union
America
Reagan and regulation: early moves in deregulation push
Edward J. Walsh outlines Reagan's first acts on regulatory reform, including the Presidential Task Force on Regulatory Reform, leadership by Vice President Bush, and initial moves to curb price controls. It highlights the $150 billion projected savings, key eliminations like auto air bag rule, and ongoing agency presence amid debunked tallies.
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Reagan
George Bush
Council of Economic Advisers
James C. Miller III
Council On Wage and Price Stability
Carterera
U.S
FTC
FCC
OSHA
EEOC
EPA
CIA Secret Report Links Aeroflot to Soviet Espionage on Flights
A CIA document claims Aeroflot served as a major instrument of Soviet intelligence both for counterintelligence and foreign collection. It asserts KGB officers onboard most flights to monitor foreigners and block intelligence gathering, with overseas flights controlled to prevent defections. The piece notes the South Korean airliner incident over Soviet airspace and Kuril Islands’ military sites as part of the context.
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Washington
Aeroflot
U.S
United States
CIA
U.S.S.R
KGB
Kuril Islands
Defense Intelligence Agency
Kurils
Kuril
Iturup
DIA
Secret papers' claim on sea area and Korea airliner
US and Soviet tensions over the Sea of Okhotsk are examined in classified papers cited by Dale Van Atta. The CIA report calls the Sea of Okhotsk international waters while noting Soviet reconnaissance responses to incursions. Sources say the Kore aairliner was shot deliberately, with speculation of it being misidentified. The 6920th Electronic Security Group on Hokkaido monitored the tragedy. Footnote states no surveillance gear was on the aircraft.
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Soviet Union
Russia
Kurils
Sea of Okhotsk
Dale van Atta
United States
U.S
6920Th Electronic Security Group
Japan
Hokkaido
Letters to the editor reference Soviet air attack and veteran council closure
The letter references the downing of Korean Air Lines Flight 007 by Soviet forces and accuses Communist planners of targeting U.S. Congressman Larry McDonald. It also recounts the disbanding of the Frederick County Joint Veterans Council FCJVC in 1983 after internal conflicts and funding losses, detailing the councils history, aims, and post closure plans. The writer cites concerns over veterans’ advocacy and urges continued support for veteran groups and programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Korean Air Lines
United States
U.S
Larry McDonald
D-Ga
John Birch Society
Stalin
Fort Detrick
Biological Laboratory
Afghanistan
Laos
Cambodia
U.S.A
U.S. News & World Report
Lenin
America
Veterans’ Memorial
Frederick County
Yesterday Items From Files of the News-Post 1933
A roundup of items from September 15 1933 including Frederick May missing the worst of a coast storm. Dr John C Hildt of Smith College commented Germany’s condition and Hitler’s appeal. Plans for CCC camp near Fishing Creek to become winter barracks. Local directors elected to Southern States Valley Cooperative Board. Frederick County Realtors elect officers and discuss home heating developments. Saint John’s Card Club picnic at Baker Park and later gathering at Anna Brown’s home. Kiwanis Frederick heard a film montage of Babe Ruth League playoffs from Brunswick Parkersburg and Farmington for a recent regional and world series.
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Frederick
THE
Saint John’s Card Club
Baker Park
Anna Brown
Upper College Terrace
Mirs
Barbara Koontz
Elizabeth Long
Margaret Murphy
Nettie Grimes
Rita Weiss
Margaret Stevens
Ethel Ewing
Brunswick
Parkersburg
W. Va
Farmington
N.M
Kiwanis Club
Francis Scott Key Hotel
Scot Tom McClean Crosses Atlantic in Tiny Dinghy
After completing a historic Atlantic crossing in a seven foot dinghy, Scottish adventurer Tom McClean states he does not expect to repeat the feat due to numerous other commitments and tasks awaiting him.
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Tom McClean
Atlantic
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Yuri Andropov
Regulation
Edward J. Walsh
U.S. Business and Industrial Council Writer’s Group
Raed
Jack Anderson
United Peature Sync
C. Algire
Washington Rd
Westminster
Vets’ Council
FCIVC
Hospital Fund For Transportation of Veterans
Martinsburg VA
Tepresental ES
Amvets
DAV
Fleet Reserve
Pearl Harbor
Post
FCJVC
News-Post
Auanuc Coast
Germany
John C Hildt
Smith College
Northampton
Mass
Hildh
Hitler
Roosevelt
Civilian Conservation Corps
Fishing Creek
Winter Barracks
Paul Coblentz
Merkle [Fert
Middletown
M. Grossnickle
Myersville
Southern States Valley Cooperative Board of Directors
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