National Crime Commission urges broad plan to curb crime
The commission calls for a massive attack on crime and its underlying causes such as poverty and poor housing. It outlines increased police effectiveness, court performance, prisoner rehabilitation, and broader social investments at federal, state, and local levels, funded by all governments and citizens.
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National Crime Commission
Today's Quip on Progress From Frayed Cuffs to Frayed Nerves
A sharp quip frames success as a march from worn cuffs to tense nerves. The remark suggests progress comes with personal strain and heightened stress during advancement.
Daily Crossword and Cryptoquote Challenge
Puzzle items include a six letter backless seat and a large ornamental candle garment. Other clues cover verbs nouns and place names with names like English city and Show Me State inland sea. The cryptoquote credits Longfellow and Addison.
Public Speaking and Notable Voices Mentioned in Dinner Anecdotes
The author critiques modern public speaking and notes witty observations from figures like Fuller Warren, Bennett Cerf, Ilka Chase, Bob Considine, and Myron Cohen. He recalls Johnson’s aides drafting speeches, the dangers of overlong remarks, and a personal bad night after an autograph event with Samuel Friedland’s circle.
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Fuller Warren
Warren
Bennett Cerf
Random House
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Ilka Chase
Bob Considine
Myron Cohen
White House
Johnson
Rosen
Samuel Friedland
Mom's Snooping Is Pure Nonsense
Abigail Van Buren argues that parental snooping can be beneficial for guiding children and preventing bad influences, while noting reasonable surveillance is needed and door-to-door privacy invasion is excessive. The column ends with a humorous anecdote about Bugs Baer at Toots Shor's and a toast to his ego.
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Abigail van Buren
Abby
Bugs Baer
Bill Corum
Bob Considine
Bugs
Letter to the editor condemns ecumenism and praises local government critique
Raymond J. Smith of Norwalk Ohio writes to oppose the Christian Brotherhood Service at Norwalk High School and the Vatican driven ecumenical movement. He argues Bible verses show separation, praises Jack Brown's City Hall critique, and urges readers to engage city government with weekly effort.
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Christian Brotherhood
Norwalk High School
John A. Thomas
Jack Brown
City Hall
Mr. Brown
Raymond J. Smith
Newton St. Norwalk
Ohio
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