Sunday voting sparks debate and customs change
Senator Dirksen faces heavy mail opposition to a plan for a November first Sunday general election arguing it could boost turnout and ease polling logistics. The issue hinges on church attendance and secular views of politics as well as a separate shift in duty free exemptions for returning travelers starting Oct. 1. The new rules compute value on retail or wholesale depending on arrival dates, with a $55 million annual balance of payments improvement cited.
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Watch On The Potomac Espouses City Manager For D. C. Government
The column argues for a nonpartisan city manager style for Washington D C as Home Rule nears. It notes a likely first Mayor could be Black, cites leaders like Joseph Rauh Jr and Walter Tobriner, and praises Howard University and local figures. Opponents warn of congressionally driven politics and corruption risks. The piece supports skilled, nonpartisan administration to model municipal democracy.
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Joseph Rauh Jr
Walter Tobriner
Howard
James Nabrit
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Walter Washington
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John B. Duncan
Arthur Krock
Continental Congress
Philadelphia
Krock
District of Columbia
Cost of Living Is Supposed To Be Unmentionable
Column on inflation talk during Johnson era, noting HCL as the shrinking dollar measure. CEA chair Ackley predicts continued expansion through 1966 while housewives and Republicans react to rising prices. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows dollar purchasing power declines since 1939 with wage increases tied to cost of living.
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Gardner Ackley
President's Council of Economic Advisers
CEA
Ackly
Louis J. Harris
Ackley
Republican Congressional Committee
Harris
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Bureau of Labor Statistics
LBJ
U S Arms Worldwide Used Despite Defense Pledge
UPI reports the Kashmir war prompts a reevaluation of U S arms aid. Since 1950 the U S has given over $20 billion in military equipment to more than 50 non Communist nations. Critics warn that arms supplied for defense have fueled conflicts.
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United Press International
Kashmir
United States
India
Pakistan
Defense Department
Office For International Logistics Negotiations
Pentagon
U.S
Cyprus
U. S
France
Aid policy review urged after India Pakistan war
The analysis notes Pakistan receiving $1.5 billion in U S military equipment over a decade while India has $200 million since 1962. India has $5.9 billion in U S economic aid since 1947, enabling more arms purchases. A complete re appraisal of military aid policy is possible under a new aid authorization bill and the India Pakistan war triggers a thorough study.
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Pakistan
Mideast
Southeast Asia
India
Red China
Lightning damage minimal across neighborhood
A Friday night lightning strike caused minor damage to several nearby homes including the Elbert O. Bakers and Paul H. Nitschkes with a TV set harmed at the Nitschkes. The writer notes roof shingles were knocked loose but the new roof remained largely intact and describes cautious rooftop inspection.
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Paul H. Nitschkes
Nitschkes
Bakers
Beckley Newspapers list of subscriptions and rates
Public notice lists Beckley Newspapers Corporation address and editor John Hodel. It outlines subscription rates by mail for daily and Sunday editions, daily only options, and home delivery charges. Tax rules and contractor disclaimer are included, with instructions to provide old and new addresses for changes.
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