Editorial on Kenyatta and Kenya’s path to independence
The piece recalls Jomo Kenyatta as Kenya's postwar leader whose bloodied path secured independence and whose 83 or possibly 87 year life bridged revolt and nationhood. It argues independence was inevitable, credits Kenyatta with stabilizing multiracial Kenya, and contrasts him with other African leaders while noting his enduring impact.
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Africa
Kenya
Jomo
Kenyatta
Kwame Nkrumah
Idi Amin
Patrice Lumumba
Kenya Kenyatta
Kenyatta’s influence sought for Africa’s postcolonial paths
The text argues Kenya’s legacy could shape final stages of decolonization in Rhodesia and South West Africa Namibia. It notes Namibia’s withdrawal by South Africa and white participation in economy, while Rhodesia struggles toward biracial transition. Deep racial and political tensions persist. It suggests a strong Kenyatta as missing leadership.
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Kenyatta
Rhodesia
South West Africa
Kenya
Namibia
South Africa
Change in mutual fund industry reshapes investing landscape
In New York AP report, mutual funds shift from go go stock frenzy to diversified products. Growth of money market and municipal bond funds, options strategies, and lower sales charges mark a modern era as no load funds rise to 43.7 percent of sales. Alabama note included as a state area fact.
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New York
Wall Street
David Silver
Investment Company Institute
Industry Trade Group
Wiesenberger Investment Companies Service
Today in History bursts with events from 1620 to 1977
Highlights include the Pilgrims sailing on the Mayflower in 1620, McKinley shot in 1901, Peary reaching the North Pole in 1909, the Battle of the Marne in 1914, Romania's king abdication in 1940, and Panama Canal talks. Also notes Swaziland independence, Tony Boyle arrest, Torrijos visit to Washington, and Sen. Melcher's 54th birthday with a thought from Earl Wilson.
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William McKinley
Buffalo
N.Y
Plymouth
England
New World
United States
China
Robert Peary
North Pole
Marne River
Carol of
Romania
West Pakistan
Swaziland
Africa
United Mine Workers
W.A
Tony’’ Boyle
Joseph Yablonski
Boyle
Carter
Panama
Omar Torrijos Herrera
White House
John Melcher
Montana
Earl Wilson
California faces Proposition 5 on smoking restrictions
Californians readied for Proposition 5 the Clean Air initiative to restrict smoking in enclosed public spaces and workplaces with a $50 fine for violations. The measure excludes bars and private rooms, while supporters and opponents debate economic impact and privacy.
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California
Campaign For Clean Air
Common Sense
Big Brother
Thier
Health, Education and Welfare
Joseph Califano
Washington Merry-Go-Round: oil ties in government spark probe
A Defense Department probe into Vinson and Elkins clients after Texan Lynn Coleman joined energy law and was pledged to recuse himself, raises conflict of interest fears. The memo shows Coleman supervising an investigation into a $1.4 billion oil price scandal tied to at least three Houston-area clients, with possible broader cartel activity and stalling accusations. Also notes Navy overspending on sunglasses and gear for aviators.
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Jack Anderson
Washington
Lynn Coleman
Energy Department
Houston
Treasury
John Connally
Vinson and Elkins
Exxon
Mobil
Shell
Texaco
Union Oil
Coleman
White House
Senate Energy Committee
U.S
Energy
John O'Leary
Landesman
Department of Justice
Aminoil
USA
Westland Oil Development
Permian
Occidental Petroleum
Department
Justice Department
Aminoi
Westland
Senate
Shula Beyer
Army
Air Force
Naval Air Station
Pensacola
Fla
Defense Department
Pentagon
House
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Etta Fort Worth Star-Telegrana Hulme Nea
Alabama
NEA Inc
Merry
Maine
Buster Jacobs
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