Balance of power Editorial on Johnson Congress
The Democrats hold Congress with 293 to 140 in the House and 68 to 32 in the Senate, plus two vacancies. Critics warn of a rubber stamp Congress, while supporters credit large majorities for passing many bills. The piece notes shifts in public sentiment could alter the House, but the balance now favors Johnson.
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Halloween Safety Rules for Ghosts and Goblins
The piece urges parents to ensure children wear white on Halloween costumes so they are visible. It advocates removing masks before street crossing and looking both ways before traffic. It notes Halloween can be fun if simple safety steps are followed to save lives.
China loses influence as Afro Asian confab delays
The article argues Red China's prestige is crumbling as it pressures to postpone the Afro Asian conference set for November 5 in Algiers. It cites China's Asia troubles from Kashmir to Indonesia and its aggressive moves in Africa, including Zanzibar Burundi and Kenya, weakening Beijing’s global standing.
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Peking
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Ahmed Ben Pella
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Kashmir
Ihaia
Indian Subcontinent
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Chou En-lai
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Review of Congress 89th completes a productive session
The first session of the 89th Congress is over with active passage of measures across foreign, domestic, economic and social areas. President Johnson’s "Great Society" goals are echoed in enacted laws on voting rights, Medicare, immigration, urban development, education, and poverty programs, sustaining a six-year prosperity and streamlined government.
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Rhodesia mirrors American Revolution in Africa debate
Barry Goldwater argues Rhodesia’s push for independence resembles the American Revolution, warning the move may trigger conflict with Britain and UN sanctions. He contrasts Rhodesia with other African nations and urges careful, morally attentive U.S. response while noting the risk of violence if voting rights for Africans are denied.
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Rhodesia
Africa
U.S
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Morrissey affair tests Kennedy power and judicial picks
The Morrissey nomination rekindles debate over Kennedy influence in selecting federal judges. While critics cite poor qualifications and political manipulation, supporters argue the case prompts needed reforms to judicial fitness and removal processes. A Tydings proposed independent commission could limit political sway and address clogged courts and denial of justice.
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Joseph D. Tydings
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Tydings
American B. Association
ABA
LBJ scar shown as badge of honor in White House talk
Column recounts LBJ displaying his surgical scar to audiences and journalists. It references his recovery at Bethesda Naval Hospital and jokes about political optics. It also mentions Richmond Flowers' Liuzzo trial stance and Kennedy leaving the Metropolitan Club over racial policies.
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Free World
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LBJ
Bethesda Naval Hospital
Alabama
Richmond M. Flowers
Liuzzo
Robert Kennedy
Kennedy
Metropolitan Club
Washington
Opinion and Satire on Federal Deficit Figures and De Gaulle
The piece critiques the Fowler deficit figure of 33.0 billion and the per person debt of about 1 635 dollars. It notes metric system shifts and parodies a speedometer analogy. It ends with a humorous image of General de Gaulle and a dressing room mirror.
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Gen. de Gaulle
Scottsdale Daily Progress front matter and date
Scottsdale Daily Progress issue details include editor Jonathan Marshall and Dan Byrne along with managing editor T Frank Stewart and advertising director. The paper is published every afternoon except Sunday by Scottsdale Publishing Company from 302 Ball Park Plaza Scottsdale Arizona, 835252. Volume V number 215 dated October 27 1945.
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