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A reflection on space exploration and freedom. The essay links the advent of a new telescope with humanity seeking new realms while warning that power and education shape whether freedom thrives or slides back into servitude. It argues that free press and expression are essential to avoid bureaucratic control and to sustain personal enterprise.
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Simon Degrees
Pericles
Athens
Trade Revival Needs New Spirit Across Borders
The article argues that world trade stumbles on isolationist sentiment among US farmers and manufacturers and similar localism in other countries. It calls for firm tariff reductions, freer exchange, and consistent policy to meet commitments, warning that US reluctance weakens global trade and may push allies toward regional trading blocs.
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United States
Canada
Great Britain
British Commonwealth
United Kingdom Car Aims At 400 M.P.H.
English speed driver John Cobb plans to push the Railton to 400 mph at the Bonneville salt flats in Utah. The car, powered by two Napier aero engines, uses Dunlop tires tested for 420 mph on a seven mile run. The attempt, likely late August, ties to Utah centennial celebrations.
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John Cobb
London
Salt Flats
Utah
Railton
Dunlop Rubber Company
Finland A Nation Stalwart in Face of Russian Pressure
This article traces Finland from ancient Finnish tribes through Swedish and Russian rule to independence in 1917. It highlights leaders, reforms, and culture including St Henry, Mannerheim, Paavo Nurmi, and Kalevala, noting Finland's hope in the United Nations to restrain great powers.
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Finland
Sweden
Russia
Asia
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Lutzen
Gustavus Adolphus
North
Peter the Great
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Helsingfors
Helsinki
Nicholas II
Germany
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von der Golz
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United States
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Yrjo Nikkanen
International Olympic Committee
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Vision of a peaceful future reshapes world in ten years
In a frank letter the author argues there will be no new world war with Russia and envisions a coming era of abundance. He cites India's liberation as imperialism ending, a synthesis of Western democracy and Soviet social aims, and a world parliament guiding humanity toward humanism within a decade led by U S leadership.
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Asia
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United States
Infertile Plants Rendered Fertile
Experiments at Long Ashton Research Station show chemicals called hormones can regulate plant growth and fertility independent of seasons. Proper administration yields winter tomato crops and can turn infertile blooms fertile, producing up to 20 pounds of ripe tomatoes per harvest with careful use.
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Long Ashton
Bristol University
Different from us yet not crude or lazy says insight
A reflective line notes that people can differ without being crude crooked or lazy. It emphasizes understanding diverse traits and dismisses harsh judgments. The message promotes tolerance and open mindedness.
Guildford Cathedral chapel link to Canada revealed
The Bishop of Guildford announced a commemorative chapel in Guildford Cathedral to honor Canadians who aided in two wars. It emerges that a £40,000 gift for cathedral site purchase, previously attributed to "a Canadian," was made by the late Lord Bennett, former Canadian Prime Minister.
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Guildford
Surrey
Canada
Lord Bennett
Tooth tartar and its dental dangers explained
Tartar on teeth forms from lime minerals in saliva around decaying food and bacteria. It creates a rough gum edge and harbor germs, risking gum injury. dental authorities urge a twice yearly oral exam to remove it before damage occurs.
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