Signs of thaw in Cold War tensions emerge in 1984 reflections
A columnist weighs signs of improved U S Soviet relations through moves like Poland martial law easing, Helsinki accords reviews, and Reagan era policies. While grain trade and potential arms talks spark optimism, author cautions against counting on an early thaw amid ongoing tensions and looming cold waves.
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Reaganomics critique flags Africa's rigid regimes and Ivory Coast praise
The guest editorial argues many African states are misgoverned by dictators while blaming socialism and Soviet arms for economic woes. It contrasts Ghana Tanzania Nigeria with Ivory Coast where Houphouet-Boigny fosters liberty, private investment, and growth, calling Reaganomics effective there.
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Julius Nyerere
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Ivory Coast
Felix Houphouet-Boigny
United States
Canada
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France
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Indianapolis Star
Aug 4 1983 in History Highlights and Notable Births
On August 4 1802 Lizzie Borden was charged with the axe murders of her father and stepmother in Fall River Massachusetts. The Senate approved a proposed constitutional amendment requiring a balanced budget. Queen Mother Elizabeth’s birthday is noted and a Buddha quote closes the column.
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Associated Press
Lizzie Borden
Fudd River
Mass
Alepmother
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Congress
Britain
Elizabeth
State welfare panel to review county aid efficiency
Public health nurse Fila Yeager reported that a state task force will be named by the governor to assess the welfare agency. Panel members will investigate whether food and other emergency assistance needs are being met in the counties. Mrs. Helen Orr hosted a Golf Workshop for Ladies at Municipal Golf Course with 17 local golfers including Mrs. L T Jones and Mrs. Larry Hoffman.
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Fila Yeager
State Welfare Agency Panel
Helen Orr
L.T. Jones
Larry Hoffman
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Department of Health and Environment
Department of Human Services
Department of Corrections
Department of Energy and Minerals
Department of Transportation
Department of Licenture
Navy Divided Over 600-Ship Fleet Amid DDG-51 Cost Debate
A 1981 GAO secret study cited by sources outlines the battle within the Pentagon over a 600 ship navy led by 60 DDG-51 guided missile destroyers. Navy Secretary Lehman argues the fleet would shield carriers in a conventional fight with the Soviets while DeLauer warns the program is too costly and vulnerable.
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John F. Lehman Jr
Richard DeLauer
Defense For Research and Engineering
Caribbean
Lehman
DeLauer
General Accounting Office
Donald Goldberg
Dale van Atta
GAO
Gender gap widens as women pull away from Reagan in 1984
The article notes a persistent political gender gap with women leaning toward Democratic viewpoints and opposing certain Reagan policies. It cites polling on presidential support, state elections, and the growing influence of working and unmarried women, suggesting strategists seek ways to narrow the gap before November 1984.
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Seni
Wome
Ives
Reagan
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Emen
GOP
Equal Rights Aent
Carter
Ap-Nec
White House
Cbs-New York Times II
U.S
Lawyers and lawmakers clash over state governance
Column by William Coblentz argues the state relies too heavily on attorneys in agencies and lawmaking. He cites high attorney representation in departments and warns every new law creates legal work, urging more production-focused minds to improve productivity.
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Department of Cultural Affairs
Paul Bardacke
Paymiere
Coblentz
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