Time ripe for new U S China policy Now
Editorial warns that 1961 could bring shifts in U S China policy under Kennedy. It notes Quemoy and Matsu as dormant issues, possible U N recognition of Communist China, and U S public opinion favoring new policy if Formosa Strait tensions stay quiet. It discusses Taipei's challenges, potential political opposition, and risks of a renewed Fosmosa Strait crisis amid a Western stalemate.
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China
Chiang Kai-shek
John Kennedy
Formosa
Quemoy
Matsu
Mhust
United States
United Nations
Taipei
Africa
Asia
Peiping
U.N
Chiang
Kennedy
America
U.S
Formosa Straits
Kouthintang
Washington
Far East
Governor elect Kern maintains Stratton appointees pending replacements
The governor elect says he will keep several Stratton administration figures until better candidates are found, a statement seen as ambiguous. Republicans will likely examine Harvard College records for any hidden motives behind Kennedy's January appointment of two Harvard faculty members to top positions.
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Otto Kerner
Stratton
Harvard College
Kennedy
Harvard
Trade Pact Resolved Between West and East Germany
The agreement renews the trade pact effective January 1, linking West and East German economies despite no official ties. West Berlin remains a political flashpoint, with continuity of West Berlin as West German territory unaddressed. The deal eases economic strain while politics over Berlin’s status persists as a leading concern.
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East Germany
West Berlin
West Germany
Japan
Soviet Union
West Ber
Lin
Berlin
Short-Haul Trips Could Ease Air Traffic Congestion
James M Landis proposed limiting short-haul air trips to reduce crowded skies after the Dec 16 NYC collision. He argues trains can absorb business from routes like New York to Boston, potentially easing congestion in Washington Chicago and Los Angeles as well as lowering collision risk. Practical inducement methods exist but require study and planning.
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New York City
James M.landis
Kennedy
Civil Aeronautics Board
Landis
Tle
New York
Boston
Washington, D.C
Chicago
Los Angeles
France Faces Nuclear Testing Amid Algerian Crisis
The piece criticizes France for a post Christmas nuclear test while Algeria roils, arguing it blunts public opinion against weapon tests. It notes East Germany calls the test a crime, and questions NATO cohesion as De Gaulle pursues deterrence and potential French disarmament talks with the Soviet Union.
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Africa
France
United States
Soviet Union
West
NATO
Treaty Organization
Charles de Gaulle
Other Editors Views Passport As A Symbol
The Christian Science Monitor laments the evolving American passport as a symbol of prestige. It notes the blue plastic cover replaces green cloth and suggests future travel may rely less on passports. It argues visas burden visitors to the U.S. while other nations ease entry. The piece sees passport culture evolving beyond mere appearance.
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Christian Science Monitor
Linless
United States
America
A Tie from Thai land and other holiday notes
Columnist notes a Bangkok gift necktie under the Christmas tree and muses on All American selections, royalties for libraries, Broadway plays about Stephen Foster, and memories from sports and politics. The piece blends light humor with cultural references and nostalgic anecdotes.
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Bangkok
Thailand
Stephen C. Foster
Foster
Stephen Foster
ASCAP
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
Jeanie
Essential Rhythms of Riyadh Amid Modern Changes
A London Observer dispatch from Riyadh notes tenfold city growth yet preserved rhythms of life. Prayer hours structure daily routines, social ranks shape conversation, and evenings unfold around the Amir and royal hospitality with strict alcohol bans and formal dining amid new hotels, commerce, and urban noise.
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Charles Garner
London Observer
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Riyardh
Arabian-American Oil Company
Aramco
Juddah
Geneva
Will
Europe
Lebanon
South Africa
State Teachers Official Calls $100 Million More Needed
Grimm of the Education Association says public schools will need about $100 million more than current appropriations in the next three years. Leaverne Osborne and Hicks filed petitions. the party ticket remains undecided as the state faces rising school costs and welfare expenses in the fiscal plan.
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Addit
Leaverne Osborne
Nojg Education Association
Laster R. Grimm
IEA Legislar
Hicks
Saidjnium
Labor Party
Osborne
Haraldi
Newton
Jasper County
Audra Mae Pence
Elm Claims
Burst
Lock Of Yule Decorations Is Rapped
Editor laments Carbondale’s lack of Christmas decorations and civic interest. Cites Illinois towns with festive lights, recalls past holidays with strings of lights, and urges community effort to revive Christmas spirit through decorating lawns.
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Mlinoisan
Carbondale
Illinois
Carbtmdale
Harold See Slated to Move to Carbondale
Harold WW Lee former SIU vice president and current SIU research professor will move from Edwardsville to Carbondale between January and the 10th. He rented the former E R Fichel residence at 44 S Elizabeth Street. Fichtel moved to Old Rt. 13 west of Carbondale in September. Lee left the Edwardsville campus vice presidency in November and was reassigned to the staff of SIU's new department of higher education led by George Hand.
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Harold See
Carbondale
Harold WW. Lee
Southern Illinois University
SIU
Edwardsville
E. R. Fichel
S. Eligabeth St. Fichtel
Old Rt. 13
Lee
Department of Higher Education
George Hand
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Rocky Seat
Joseph
Nean
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Hungry Horse
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Libby Noxon
Rapids
Portland
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