God is Dead fuels Protestant upheaval in theology
The piece surveys the God is Dead movement challenging core Christian tenets across Catholic and Protestant churches. It notes figures like John Robinson and Thomas Altizer arguing God is dead, prompting debates, university debates, and defended rights of expression amid calls for dismissal at Emory University and warnings about the faith’s future.
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House of Protestantism
Neitzsche
Thomas J. J. Altizer
Atlanta
Emory University
God
Altizer
John C. Bennett
Union Theological Seminary
New York
Jesus
Such Eating Is For The Birds
A light essay humorously notes birds eat very large amounts, comparing a human diet to a bluebird. It urges feeding birds generously to enjoy a colorful spectacle while acknowledging personal overindulgence. The piece ends with the tongue in cheek idea that big meals aren’t only for birds.
Watch On The Potomac Opines Viet Cong Lay Down Arms
Washington column argues President Johnson chose a risky, courageous path in Vietnam, despite domestic controversy. It assesses protests by Peace groups and Norried figures, contrasting tactics of withdrawal versus demand for Hanoi’s unconditional surrender, warning protests could prolong the war if misread.
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Washington
Sane
Viet Nam
Johnson
South
LBJ
Southeast Asia
Mr. Johnson
U. S
Wayne Morse
Norried
North
Thomas-Gottlieb
Peking
Hanoi
U.S. weighs aid to United Arab Republic amid regional pressures
UPI reports the United States likely to decide within a week on granting near 300 million dollars in economic aid to the United Arab Republic for the coming year. The decision weighs U.S. interests after Congress approved a 3.22 billion foreign aid bill in October.
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UPI
United States
United Arab Republic
Congress
U.A.R
U.S
Johnson
Cairo
John F. Kennedy
U.S. Information Service
Gamal Abdel Nasser
Nasser
Ahmed Ben Bella
Algeria
U S Seeks Cautious Aid to Egypt Under Nasser
Washington weighs new U.S. assistance to the United Arab Republic tied to conditions. Nasser faces Yemen withdrawal, Congo aid fallout, and domestic Finance strains as U.S. aid nears 1 billion dollars with strings on resale of surplus foods to fund future ventures.
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Nasser
U.A.R
U.S
U.ar
Washington
Congo
Yemen
One Can Be Thankful For The Holiday
John Hodel reflects on the Union Thanksgiving service and the tensions of gratitude amid poverty and global inequality. He notes a large clergy presence, a self critical mood, and a domestic routine of gutter cleaning interrupted by guests and a homey feast. He quotes a NFIB update on metric system adoption with state variances and closes with a prayer attributed to N Sayres of Lancaster Theological Seminary.
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John Hodel
Price Of Peace In Viet Nam Three Ho Chi Minh Demands
Washington reports indicate Ho Chi Minh may seek a three part peace price in Viet Nam. The Viet Cong and National Liberation Front would gain formal political military control of designated South Viet Nam districts as a base for expansion. A coalition government would place cabinet posts to the Front with influence over foreign affairs defense and police.
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Washington
NEA
Ho Chi Minh
Viet Nam
Viet Cong
National Liberation Front
Geneva
Red
Pathet Lao
Laos
South Viet Nam
Communist National Liberation Front
Communist takeover risks in Vietnam described
The analysis warns that representation in defense and foreign affairs and police could nullify curbs on Communist activity. Control of South Viet Nam’s economic offices would allow land redistribution and socialization of industry during coalition disorganization. Advocates veto power on international inspections to shield violations, a condition the United States rejects.
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South Viet Nam
United States
Winter Indoor Activities for Children Suggested by DAVID NYDICE
UPI specialist DAVID NYDICE outlines solutions for keeping kids engaged during long indoor periods. He advises involving children and siblings, planning with input from kids, varying scenery with trips to museums movies or gyms, and enlisting community resources. For sick children schools may provide home instruction and parents should stay active with assignments and creative in-home programs.
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David Nydice
UPI
Ie Sagara
Speers
Power Failures Are Boon To Generator Makers
The massive northeastern blackout was eased by Hurricane Donna, prompting a surge in demand for emergency generators. Cummins Engine Co. president E. Don Tull said hospitals airports prisons and media facilities flooded his firm with standby power inquiries after the disaster. He noted power failures are a nationwide risk and standby power is increasingly needed.
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UPI
United States
Canada
Donna
Florida
Massachusetts
E. Don Tull
Cummins Engine Co., Inc
Columbus
Ind
Tull
California
Alaska
Ohio
Louisiana
Texas
Kansas
South Dakota
Wisconsin
Ilinois
Michigan
Indiana
Missouri
Boston
John Hancock Insurance Company
New England Mutual Insurance Company
Washington & Lee beat West Virginia in 1915 football dispute
In a 1915 Raleigh Register note a Charleston classic ended in controversy as to whether a Virginia player was downed on West Virginia’s line, leading to a forfeit and Washington & Lee awarded the game 1 to 0. The piece also mentions a marriage announcement for W. C. Potts and Hazel Duvall on October 26 in Paris Kentucky.
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Charleston
Washington & Lee
West Virginia
The
Register
Bunch
W. C. Potts
Hazel Duvall
Paris
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Prince St
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W. Va
Hinton
United Press International
Ward-Griffith Company, Inc
Chicago
Detroit
Charlotte
Philadelphia
San
Phil Newsom
Egypt
Ben Bella
Unitarian
National Federation of Independent Business, Inc
Federation
Georgia
N. Sayres
Lancaster
Lancaster Theological Seminary
Ray Gromley
Tony
William D. Laffler
UPI Financial Editor
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