Future Of Algeria Under A Shadow
The proposed January referendum under Charles de Gaulle aimed at Algerian self-determination while keeping ties to France. Moslem protests, urban nationalist roots, and threats of Communist involvement fuel uncertainty. De Gaulle maintains a firm stance. the Algerian issue affects wider Western interests and regional stability.
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de Gayle
Algeria
France
de Gaulle
West
Free World
Gener
Abba i
Outdated Blue Book Critique Persists in Illinois
In 1980 the biennial Illinois Blue Book remains outdated, with copies dated 1959 60 and listed as the official reference until 1962. The column notes the book’s persistent lag, its costly production, and its inclusion of long past officials and legislators from the 71st General Assembly, urging reform before the new legislature convenes.
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Tuinola
Springfield
71St General Assembly
General Assembly
Illinois
Call to End Gerrymander in Illinois District Reapportionment
The Illinois General Assembly faces reapportionment after the 1960 census, reducing state House districts from 25 to 24. Readers note potential at large election risk and urge compact, regionally united districts that reflect common interests over personal fiefdoms, despite political motives.
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Ilnois General Assembly
Illinois
Chicago
General Assembly
Madison
St. Clair
Wabash River
Mississippi
Wisconsin
Indiana
Alley
Kennedy Nixon split colors most states by column Byrd for South
Ford President McNamara named secretary of defense. The piece notes most states align with Kennedy or Nixon while several Southern states will fall under Byrd. It contrasts corporate policy at General Motors with Ford’s choices.
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Union
Kennedy
Nixon
Byrd
Ford
McNamara
Defense
General Motors
Needless Jobs Are Eliminated by Tugboat Workers Vote
Port of New York diesel tugboat workers voted to abolish 150 positions no longer needed due to tech advances in engine construction and operation. The union said the agreement, with severance pay and transfers until retirement, sets a first in the United States and balances human factors with modernization. Meanwhile Texas Republicans head for a possible final recount.
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New York
Transport Workers’ Union
United States
Santa Claus Is Strictly American Christmas Lore Recounted by AP
The piece traces Santa Claus origins from St Nicholas to pagan Thor and explains American adoption of the gift tradition. It also describes the Christmas tree’s German roots and the Paradise Play, noting Advent pyramids and the shift to American homes during early German immigration around 1700s.
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Jules Loh
Associated Press
Santa Claus
St. Nick
St. Nicholas
Sinter Klaas
Europe
Strawn
Myra
Asia Minor
New Amsterdam
America
New York
Thor
Northland
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Christ Child
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Christkindel
Kels Kringle
Frances ¥. Weiser
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Mass
Bethlehem
Farm Groups Weigh Kennedy Farm Plan in Des Moines Meeting
American Farm Bureau officials show mixed reception to Senator Kennedy farm proposals while endorsing a federal crop control outline akin to Democratic promises. The National Farmers Union and the Grange join in the discussion as editors and U S News & World Report analyses note voter parity in farm counties and lingering impact of religious issues. Farmers remain divided beyond party lines.
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John F. Kennedy
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Democratic Party
Farm Bureau
National Farmers Union
the Grange
Illinois Farm Bureau
IAA Record
Kenedy
Arctic Blast Project Aims to Study Nuclear Excavation
In Alaska, scientists under the Atomic Energy Commission observe a wide range of life from Eskimo hunters to marine life and tundra vegetation as they plan Project Charias. Five blasts, totaling about 280,000 tons of TNT, would create an underwater harbor chamber near Ogo and Chuckchee Sea to test how nuclear detonations could excavate and shape coastlines.
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Rennie Taylor
Associated Press
Berkeley
Calif
Alaska
Probers
Atomic Energy Commission
AEC
Iffy
United States
Soviet Union
AEC Stilll
Nevada
John N. Wolfe
Dr. Wolfe
Allyn Seymour
Hiroshima
Nagasaki
Ogo
Joruk Creek
Hirak
Japan
Kennedy Plans Farm Policy Push After Victory
The piece notes farm policy concerns and the link between consumer prices and federal policy. It argues Kennedy did not win decisive backing yet will be the next President and push his farm solution. Des Moines farm group meeting signals farmer support for the incoming administration.
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Sonator Kennedy
Farm Organization
Des Moines
Kennedy Era White House Workforce Under Review
Mrs. John F. Kennedy will become chief administrator of the White House household next month as a $505,000 annual budget and 34 domestic staff face routine upkeep. The article notes tight control on staff anonymity, highlights rising maintenance costs, and mentions expected additions for child care as the Kennedy family moves in.
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Nana
Washington
John F. Kennedy
White House
Executive Mansion
Pennsylvania Avenue
Congress
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Crim
Bernstaff
Maurice Stans
Paguin
Sgt
Ace
Kennedy
Solomon
Sly
Campaign couple aided by British policeman
An Air Force sergeant from Champaign and his wife welcomed a new addition after a local Eaton Socon police officer aided them. Ralph and Beverly Paquim were en route to a hospital from Shillington when the incident occurred, with no further details provided.
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Eaton Socon
England
Air Force
Champaign
Ralph
Beverly Paquim
Shillington
Bidwell Named Republican Senate Majority Leader
Springfield reports Sen. Arthur J. Bidwell was chosen as Republican Senate majority leader for the fourth time as caucus narrows to party leaders. The election of president pro tempore and key officers occurs January 4 when the General Assembly convenes, with the Senate ratifying the caucus choice. Drach named assistant majority leader, Friedrich to chair the Committee on Committees.
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Springfield
Arthur J. Bidwell
Senate
General Assembly
Bidwill
Ator
Richard Barr
Joliet
George Drach
Dwight P. Friedrich
Centralia
Everett Peters
St. Joseph
Committee On Committees
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