Our Opinions on Federal Role In Urban Problems
The piece argues Congress rejected a Cabinet level urban affairs department, forcing piecemeal federal aid to cities like the Boston New York Washington corridor. It warns that without centralized coordination a permanent national urban plan is needed to avoid costly, repetitive committees and ensure a coherent approach to corridor transportation and other urban needs.
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Congress
Department of Urban Affairs
New York
Chicago-Milwaukee Megatopolis
North Shore
Chicago
Milwaukee
Urban Affairs Department
Open Line to Moscow in Geneva Disarmament Talks
A U S proposal at Geneva envisions an open teletyped line between American and Russian military centers to warn of accidental nuclear strikes. The system would not be a safety net but a signal that peace has failed, concentrating pivotal decisions in a few leaders rather than many.
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U. S
Washington
Moscow
Lumberton Neighbors Rebuild for Fire Victim Family
In Lumberton Mississippi a crippled former saw mill worker named Bob Alford and his family lost their frame home to fire earlier this month. Led by Mayor Ward Hurt, residents mobilized quickly to provide a new house along with a refrigerator stove and furnishings for three bedrooms and the living room. The community’s effort warmed them during a chilly spell as the Alfords faced destitution with strong local support.
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Lumberton
Miss
Oxford
Ole Miss
Ward Hurt
Bob Alford
Mississippi
Khrushchev says no change in world scene
Premier Khrushchev told the Supreme Soviet that no change was needed in world policy and that the Cuban crisis ended with aims met including a non invasion pledge. He acknowledged missiles in Cuba posed a direct threat, while insisting they were defensive in purpose until crisis moments. Kennedy remains silent on the pledge until international inspections are arranged.
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Khrushchev
Supreme Soviet
Cuba
United States
Kennedy
Kheushchev
Costs Of Going To College In Harvard Then And Now
Column recalls Harvard economics from the 17th century to today. It notes four years cost the pay of two years for a laborer, or a small house, then cites current tuition and living expenses totaling about 10 000 dollars for four years. It compares past student costs, scholarships, and basic freshman charges, and recalls Harvard administrator comments on persistent cost parity.
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Harvard Today
Harvard
Tle
Tulion
Rahevah-Rah
Dublin in Beating Weather Sparks City Energy
A New Yorker notes Dublin’s brisk, self confident mood despite beastly cold. Wind and weather shape the pace as locals stride through a tidy center with gleaming doors and busy shops. Dublin’s dynamic economy and fast traffic reflect a lively urban mood.
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Dublin
Olympia Theater
Board of Directors
Panama Canal Demands Push for Changes in Zone
Panama politics ahead of presidential elections push for concessions from the United States over the canal. Demands include flying the Panamanian flag in the Zone, using Panamanian stamps, and gaining jurisdiction over the Balboa bridge and a five mile interior road. Tensions rise as U.S. relations strain despite economic improvements and Alliance for Progress funding.
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Panama
United States
Panama Canal
Republic
Roberto F. Chiari
U.S
Canal Zone
Chiari
John F. Kennedy
Washington
Eisenhower
Balboa
Alliance For Progress
U. S. Citzens
Trust Trial May Change Franchising
United States antitrust case against General Motors and others began in Los Angeles. The trial could reshape franchised dealer networks for cars and major appliances if the government proves efforts to curb discount sales. GM lawyers warn of systemic collapse. supporters say this could trigger new legislation.
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Ray Tucker McClure
Washington
Los Angeles
United States
U. S
General Motors
California
Chevrolet
Thurmond Clarke
America
Asst
Alty
Maxwell Blecher
Uncle Sam
Bobby Kennedy
Homer T. Mitchell
Justice Department
Congress
Reader Defends Shepherd of the Hills Critics
A reader praises Southern Players production of Shepherd of the Hills and objects to Ben Gelman s Dec 2 review in The Southern Illinoisan He calls the play imaginative and sentimental and argues the cast Judy Helton as Sammy Lane and Don Russell as Pete deserve better than Gelman s label of embarrassing. The reader says production faults lie with the playwright not the performers.
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The
Southern Ilinoisan
Southern Players
Ben Gelman
Flawn
Judy Helton
Sammy Lane
Don Russell
Pete
Mr. Gelman
Bob Prince Herria
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