Debt Frenzy Warns of Mounting Borrowing Burden
A Federal Reserve Board report shows December consumer debt rising by 894 million after seasonal adjustment, with total household debt reached 2.5 trillion. Credit card use and installment loans surge as Americans store up debt, while government and corporate borrowings heighten fiscal strain and public rhetoric warns of a looming debt crisis.
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Japan
Speculation Reigns Over Hua Elevation and China Future
The column weighs Hua's rise as acting prime minister in a chaotic China. It compares Mao era power dynamics with Soviet politics, notes Hua's public safety role, and questions whether a post Mao China might seek deals with Russia, urging continued Taiwan defense commitments and caution toward Peking. It cites Lelyveld and Nixon symbolism while musing on Taiwan's strategic value.
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Republic of China
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Public thanks to Andrew Johnson for aid after assault
Mrs Mabel Connolly writes in The Mailbox to praise Andrew Johnson of The Light for helping during a barplur attack. She recounts losing sight in her right eye and urges more people to assist those in danger.
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Ike Mr. Johnson
Marrohien
Mabel Connolly
Congress Grips Hoof-and-Minute Disease In Disputed Act
A fragment suggests Congress debates a controversial measure amid partisan posturing. The brief references “hoof-and-mouth” disease as a metaphor for ineffective governance, portraying lawmakers as guardians of the people yet divided on policy.
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Ghergls
Congress
Gas industry at mercy of federal controls, jobs at risk
The essay argues that federal regulation of natural gas keeps prices low and exploration risky, forcing manufacturers to shut down and waste productive capacity. It blames the Federal Power Commission for failing to spur new gas supplies and warns energy independence hangs on regulatory reform led by visionary leaders in Washington. Jeff Mines McKinney
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Jeff Mines McKinney
Libraries Represent Sound Investments
San Antonio moves to modernize reading access with a master plan for 11 new library facilities across districts including Nogelitos Park San Pedro and North Freeway Culebra near St Marys University and Universal City. The plan outlines general areas for branches, not fixed properties, and contemplates a spring bond package to fund new libraries. Some council members question closing the San Pedro Branch Library due to traffic and patron loss. a parking plan with low cost meters is to be reviewed this week.
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Washington as Father of His Country in a Modern Light
The article reflects on George Washington as a revered yet distant father figure. It contrasts reverent memory with loved myth, noting his iron will, discipline, and integrity. Washington’s leadership forged the Declaration and Constitution, refused kingly power, and sought to keep power in check while yearning for Mount Vernon’s quiet solace.
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Hlaworth
Picklock
Stephen Vincent Benet
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