Editorial Quote Sparks Debate on Free Speech
A Voltaire attributed line about defending free speech is cited and discussed for its impact on public discourse and constitutional rights. The piece notes the enduring relevance of rights to express opinion despite disagreement.
Young voters face narrowing experience warns columnist
National Industrial Conference Board data show a median US age of 28 with millions lacking memory of earlier eras. Bill Watkins argues youth’s lack of political and economic lessons risks lawmakers following popular fallacies and eroding liberty for security.
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National Industrial Conference Board
United States
Esco Ladle
Bill Watkins
Watkins
Inflation Trends Hint at Possible Tax Cut Delay
Inflationary pressure may be easing as November food prices declined, helping the CPI rise to the smallest in six months. Excluding food, the cost of living still edged up, keeping debate over a tax increase to curb demand open. The decision hinges on broader economic trends before the policy is set.
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Congress
A Dirksen Challenger in 1968 Illinois Senate Fight
The piece notes Adlai E. Stevenson III, 37, son of a former presidential candidate, as a rising Democratic vote-getter in Illinois. With Charles Percy defeating Paul Douglas and voters favoring youth, Democrats may consider Stevenson as a potential 1968 Senate challenger to Everett Dirksen, who remains a powerful Republican leader in his mid-70s.
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Adlai E. Stevenson III
United Nations
Stevenson
Illinois
Charles Percy
Senate
Paul H. Douglas
Everett M. Dirksen
Slavery Persists Worldwide Despite 13th Amendment
The Anti-Slavery Society in London cites slavery in 26 countries including Mexico Brazil Colombia and Peru with the practice persisting covertly in many regions. The piece urges UN action and notes continued hidden slave trade while praising gradual global progress and calls for persistent government effort to root out the evils.
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London
United Nations
Asia
Africa
Mexico
Brazil
Columbia
Peru
Saudi Arabia
Faisal
Philippines
Publishers clash over uncut Kennedy book piracy concerns
On Line columnist cites global copyright tensions as Chiang Kai-shek may threaten pirate publishers on Taiwan while Soviet and Chinese actions spark debates. He recalls Hemingway and Ted Lawson works pirated abroad, notes publishers profiting, and questions rights clearance for William Manchester's Kennedy manuscript.
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New York
Chiang Kai-shek
Taiwan
William Manchester
Kennedy
Chiang
Quick Quiz From The Grab Bag Answers
Frequency modulation inventor is Edwin Howard Armstrong. Beethoven's Ninth uses a choral finale and diverges from his earlier symphonies by featuring vocal soloists and chorus. Oklahoma is based on the stage musical by Lynn Riggs is for Green Grow the Lilacs is the source play for Oklahoma. My Fair Lady is based on Shaw's Pygmalion. St Louis Blues was composed by W C Handy.
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Oklahoma
Edwin Howard Armstrong
Lynn Riggs
Green Grow the
Shaw
Pygmalion
William C, Handy
Sleep Mastery Lesson From Spring Air
Washington humor column recounts a jokey press release on sleep skills. Dick West reads the "Ten Commandments of Good Sleepmanship" from Spring Air and jokes about practicing sleeping with his legs tangled and head off the bed, wife urging twin beds.
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Washington
UPI
Blackboards Turned Into Pianos In Vancouver Schools
Vancouver schools adopt a Japanese built transistorized music board that lets teachers chalk notes on a surface while speakers play corresponding tones. The device provides simultaneous audio and visual notes, praised as a perfect audio visual tool by music supervisor Fred Turner.
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Vancouver
B. C
Fred Turner
Terre Haute Tribune Carrier and Publication Notice
The Terre Haute Tribune dated from 1869 outlines delivery, contact procedures, and subscription rates for various regional editions. It notes call times for missed copies and directs readers to special messenger service, with pricing for domestic and rural routes and a postal disclaimer.
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Terre Haute Tribune
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the Tribune
Cail
Mati Indiana
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Tribune
Indiana
Islandis
Terre Haute
Horoscope by Zodiac Signs for New Year Eve
A reader oriented forecast outlines daily traits for each sign. Capricorn to Sagittarius offer tips on rest, self control, health, and goal setting as the year ends and a new one begins.
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Scorpio
Plaza Hotel Legend and Life Through Changing Times
The Plaza on 59th Street and Fifth Avenue stands as New York’s landmark hotel with a continental ambiance and storied past. Jim Van DykePresence, famous guests, and long serving staff illustrate its enduring charm, while debates about its grandeur compare yesterday and today.
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Dick van Dyke
van Dyke
the Plaza
America
Plaza
59Th St
Fifth Avenue
New York
Goulds
Jack Benny
Groucho Marx
Ann Southern
Cary Grant
Gregory Peck
Bette Davis
Marlene Dietrich
Joseph Urban
Palm Court
Rendez-Vous
Rudolph Voelentino
F. Scott Fitzgerald
Mas Murray
Constance Bennett
Powell Faces Challenge to His Seat in Congress
AP Analyst John Beckler notes Powell's bid to bar Rep Powell from the House could lead to a six month to year long inquiry. Powell remains a member with salary but no voting rights while a special committee investigates misconduct and possible ouster.
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Associated Press
Washington
Adam Clayton Powell
Congress
Harlem
Border
Utah
Germany
Powell
Lionel van Deerlin
D-Calif
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