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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1955
Page
6
Adam, watching from an opposite wing, offers two show tickets to the pretty coworker across the hall. He imagines a connection with her, sensing a rare chance for companionship beyond lonely routines.
The Department of Commerce and other figures show federal debt near $270 billion and local government debt around $27.7 billion, totaling public debt at about $317 billion. Adding private debt brings the gross U S debt to roughly $659 billion, with private debt rising about 10 percent from last year. Corporations owe $176.7 billion, individuals $165.3 billion, and mortgage debt among farmers and nonfarm borrowers continues to climb. Consumer credit and installment debt also increase, including auto and household purchases.
The article argues Geneva conference prospects are uncertain and notes a tempered U.S. view of Soviet intentions. It recalls Soviet signals at San Francisco and Eisenhower's arms exchange offer as a strategic gamble with asymmetric knowledge of Russian capabilities.
The piece condemns a culture of impropriety and cover-ups in Washington. It cites Talbott and Eisenhower amid calls for resignations and contract cancellations. Federal agencies face accusations of serving two masters while trying to shield private interests at taxpayers' expense.
Adams alleges government pressure to delay action until after the Dixon-Yates appropriation vote. He cites General Services Administration corruption and waste, plus Agriculture’s Commodity Credit Corp losses for FY 1955. The Congressional Record lists $53,660 in unrelated relief donations and $138,212.05 in price support program losses, including school lunch and veterans aid.
The Beacon urges voters to evaluate candidates like employers. Government hires affect everyone, so choose office seekers with business experience who manage others money prudently. Seek officials who run public affairs as a practical enterprise and distrust hollow promises.
A veteran may receive the additional aid and attendance allowance even if a family member provides the services. No separate attendant is required to qualify. TVA investment in seven states since 1933 totals about 1.5 billion dollars, with income taxes in 1933 and 1963 reflecting returns. The TVA figures exclude Treasury payments, avoided losses, and lower electric rates benefits. Florida's acquisition from Spain is referenced via 1819 U S claims and settlements.
A garbled list of crossword style clues appears, referencing numbers and odd phrases such as Malay ibbon and 63 Fathers 64 Spreads. The text includes partial hints for various words and a Book of hours motif, with scattered terms like Wild buffalo and King of nail.
Center ville Redlegs catcher second baseman nicknamed Black Cat defies superstition on Friday the thirteenth. After three early strikeouts, Centerville loads the bases and he hits a grand slam to win nine to eight. Birth day party follows, ending the superstition for the season.
The piece notes Archie Moore as a potential dethroner of Rocky Marciano, cites three bouts with Exzard Charles where Moore faltered, and mentions Exzard's ongoing up and down form. It also references a 1958 resumption of Naval Academy sports with the Middies visiting Atlanta and Engineers playing in Annapolis or Baltimore in 1959.
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