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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1963
Page
12
Editorial examines a Committee on Federal Tax Policy report on Taxes Economic Stability and Growth. It notes spending growth outpacing GNP and population, with defense and space costs only part of the rise. New programs and expanding projects drive overall federal outlays despite defense claims.
A private panel led by Roswell Magil urges a three year ceiling of 95 billion dollars on federal outlays, arguing for expenditure reduction and tighter control. The report favors curtailing federal roles in state and local activities and reappraising established programs while opposing new ventures unless strongly justified. It notes high tax rates hinder growth and calls for balanced budgets through spending restraint.
Norman Thomas, long time Socialist Party nominee, told party members Kennedy is a better choice than any Republican for president in 1964. He said Kennedy can be pressured to be pretty good, a standard socialists use. Thomas questioned nominating a Socialist candidate, suggesting support for a major party nominee who can be swayed toward progressive aims.
Readers respond to a prior letter urging responsibility after a drunken driving incident. They debate jail vs. consequences, democracy definitions, and civic duty. Also thanks to Avon Lake Jayceeettes and blood donors for Ralph Holfelzer Jr. battle, with public support and prayers.
The Chronicle Telegram issue from October 10 1963 presents staff roles and publishing details for The Lorain County Printing and Publishing Co including editors managing editor and business staff. It lists publisher A Hudnutt and offices at 225 East Ave Elyria Ohio with date specification.
Washington debates echo Eleanor Roosevelt critique as Kennedy delays on two crucial actions. The first is aiding anti-dictatorship moves in Latin America, the second the wheat sale to Communist nations. Despite cabinet input, Congress, GOP readers, and allies quarrel over timing, risking Soviet gains and economic drain as Latin dictators advance and American wheat purchases waver.
A reporter profiles Jacqueline Lowe an educational counsellor in Harlem New York City She blends humor with hard insight about her community and the challenges of integrating schools Her remarks reflect concern over overcrowded classes lagging academics and the cultural gap between Harlem families and white schools She fears the risks of pursuit of quick solutions and envisions thoughtful gradual change lasting years
Exiles traveling from Havana describe a collapsing economy with scarce food and rising prices. Razor blades cost up to 60 dollars a dozen, cigarettes from Russians fetch 3 to 10 dollars a pack, and ice, meat, and clothing are nearly unavailable or sold at black market rates. Refugees recount lines for ice and rice rations shrinking dramatically while authorities stage counterfeit abundance.
The piece contrasts Randolph and Melman’s claim of vast U S stockpiles with Dr Stefan Possony’s critique. It explains that future warfare would target enemy launching sites and anti air defenses rather than cities, noting Soviet capabilities of bombers missiles and submarines and the high number of delivery vehicles required to suppress defenses and prevent retaliation.
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