Civil War Centennial Generating National Celebration Hype
The Civil War centennial nears, with preliminary observances under way. Government agencies and historical societies mobilize for a grand nationwide commemoration of Lincoln Davis Lee and Grant era, highlighted by renewed public interest and extensive preparations.
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Realistic Comparisons See Mixed 1960 Outlook
Economists tracking the 1960 economy note shifting targets for steel, auto output, and market activity. While steel aims remain above past records and auto production trends near best years, stock market declines and revised forecasts temper optimism, with capital outlays seen hitting a record $37 billion.
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Viewpoints on Chicago Port Powers and Labor Reform
The St Louis Post Dispatch urges caution over the Chicago port labor scene. It argues IL A practices slow work, raise costs, and threaten seaway efficiency while urging potential Teamster control to curb abuses and protect US shipping subsidies. The piece links port costs to national commerce and Coast policy.
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Chicago
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International Longshoremen's Association
Health as Seen By Dr Brady
A reader describes relief from night cramps and fewer colds after using quinine and B-1. She credits calcium for jaw and face pain after mastectomy, while Dr Brady cautions that results may be coincidental and notes calcium as nature’s analgesic with a week to effect.
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Daily ration of calcium and vitamin D relief claims
Q and A columns discuss using calcium and vitamin D as a daily dietary aid, noting some relief but warning users that overuse may complicate nutrition. A reader asks about wheat as a staple and its vitamin benefits, with advice to eat wheat for B complex, wheat germ oil, and vitamin E. Another reader asks why heart attacks seem more publicized today, with a response that heart trouble existed then too but is more visible now.
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Sawmill owner finds active WWII bomb fuse in office
Louis Peterson of Close Gall Cottonwood Arizona discovered a live WWII era bomb fuse while cleaning his sawmill office. He alerted nearby Navajo Supply Depot and demolition experts warned a hard impact could trigger a large explosion.
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Louis Peterson
Peterson
New Correspondent Joins Fair Haven Palladium Times Staff
Francesa J. McIntyre of Fancher Ave Fair Haven appointed news correspondent for The Palladium Times in the Fair Haven area. News tips may be telephoned to Whit May 17 1183.
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Higher medical costs for the aged met by tax hikes
Washington reports argue that higher medical expenses for the aged would be funded by increased social security taxes. Debates center on expanding the Social Security base, who pays, and whether relief should come from general revenues or tax raises, amid opposition to a “cradle to grave” welfare system and fears of socialized medicine.
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Washington
Representative Forand
Rhode Island
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Going steady banned at St Joseph High School
In St Joseph Michigan a policy bans students who go steady from holding office or taking part in sports or activities. Parish priests urged parents to discourage exclusivity until late in the senior year. Monsignor Kenny called for avoidance of the practice.
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Used phonograph for sale in Columbus shop window
A Columbus record shop displays an unusual sign offering a used phonograph for sale. The ad repeats sale wording to draw attention, showcasing a playful nod to advertising gimmicks in local commerce.
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Short Cuts We Live By Says Hal Boyle
Hal Boyle notes a culture craving quick fixes from books to medicines and cosmetics. He laments overuse of gimmicks and secret ingredients, urging a return to common sense and straightforward language and ways, slow steady progress over flashy promises.
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New York
Curbstone
Moment of Meditation on Freedom and Christian Values
A prayer-like exhortation urges God to uphold liberty against godless Communism. It argues citadels of liberty must stand beyond conquest or be destroyed, insisting on moral and spiritual standards rekindled among nations to sustain mankind.
Symington Emerges as Cautious Hope in Democratic Race
National Whirligig analyzes Senator Stuart Symington as a potential nonconfrontational Democratic candidate who could attract Southern and farm state delegations if the November contest tightens. It notes his neutrality on controversial issues and the impact of Humphrey Kennedy tensions on his prospects.
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Washington
Stuart Symington
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New York
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Pennsylvania
Daley
Chicago
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Daily Bible Passage citation Psalm 145 6
Verse quotes the might of thy terrible acts and a vow to declare thy greatness. The line emphasizes praise and testimony to God’s wondrous deeds.
Brilliant defense defeats slam in contract bridge example
In a South dealer hand, with no vulnerability, an alert West defends against a supposed spade break and stops the slam. The defender ducked the spade leads, exposing the spade shortage and leaving declarer unable to count the twelfth trick.
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