Room At The Top Reprinted From WALL STREET JOURNAL
Economists and officials warn that the economy may be governed by a few large firms but J Stanford Smith of General Electric argues monopoly danger is overstated. He cites growth in small firms, shifts among the top 100, and adaptability as keys to enduring strength rather than sheer size. The piece urges antitrust laws to reflect a dynamic, changing economy.
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J. Stanford Smith
General Electric
U.S
Smith
New York
First National City Bank
Quip on town gas stations and wrong directions
A witty observation notes that in any small town there is someone at the gas station who will give you incorrect directions. The playful remark highlights local stereotypes and the humor found in everyday travel mishaps.
Daily Crossword Across Clues and Cryptoquote
Puzzle lists clues for a daily crossword with definitions like Postage and Verdant and a substitution cipher message. The sample shows encoded quote and a name SIDNEY at the end.
Grandpa’s Just the Kissin Kind and Birthday Club Conflict
A reader complains about a 77 year old husband who kisses constantly causing injury and urges training or tranquilizing him. A second note describes a petty birthday club debt dispute over borrowed items and an apology. A third letter defends sexual frankness in marriage, contrasting with frigid spouses.
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Abby
Living a Lie and Advice Letters in Dear Abby Page
A reader laments adulterous behavior and seeks relief from years of failed psychiatry while confessing marriage and infidelity. The letter, signed Also Living a Lie, contrasts reputations with suburban life and critiques anthropology and a reader's frugal foreigner claim.
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Abby
Altho
Africa
FHA looks at love life when screening home loans
Washington humor columnist Dick West notes the Federal Housing Administration checks marital stability for loan applicants. He jokes that mis matched couples are high risk and suggests the FHA could extend follow ups, even sending marriage counselors if problems arise to protect its interests.
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FHA
Cape Cod
Stringsaver
Patching Slum Blight In New York
UPI reports U S Gypsum Companys experiment in slum rehabilitation in East Harlem. No 307 is transformed from a derelict 149 violation tenement into a secured, livable building with 24 mailboxes and guarded entry. Project cost 219019 and annual rent 22700, suggesting profits and potential for broader urban renewal.
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New York
UPI
U.S
East Harlem
102Nd Street
Harlem
Paige
U.S. Gypsum
Metro North Housing Organization
Citizen’s Committee
Kate Maremount Foundation
100Th Street
Church of the Resurrection
St. Lucy’s Church
Union Settlement
Obey
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Wall Street Journal
Daily Crossword
Longfellow
Afb
Sidney
Cornered
Haven
French River
Jae
Viet Nam
Doc
Snuffy
Deon Axbby
Newcomers Club
Lake Forest
Dick West
Washington
Federal Housing Agency
Linus
Madame Xeva
Quisling
Zion Paige
Warren Obey
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