Tarkington promotes Georgia tourism at Cleveland Travel Show
Former football great Fran Tarkington spoke at the Cleveland Travel Show, listing Thomasville Valdosta and Savannah among notable Georgia cities. He visited the Georgia Department of Industry and Trade booth to highlight tourism efforts that drew nine million visitors to Georgia attractions last year.
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Millions Enroll in Extra Medicare Benefits Campaign
The Social Security Administration reports over 17 million Americans paid 3 to enroll for additional Medicare benefits extending doctor bills and hospital coverage. Enrollment surpassed expectations with a 90 percent turnout among those eligible. The deadline was extended to May 31 and final counts are expected within weeks, with estimates around 17.3 million.
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Farm Bureau Reports Record Thomas County Membership
Thomas County Farm Bureau announced a May membership of 700, up from about 600, the largest since its 1958 organization. Georgia Farm Bureau, founded 1915, is a volunteer family farm group giving farmers a voice in government. The Medicare and hospital insurance changes take effect July 1 with a $3 monthly medical fee per person.
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Eden Plan for Viet Nam Brings Neutral Indochina Idea
Anthony Eden proposes a neutral belt for Laos Cambodia North and South Viet Nam under a Geneva framework to avert control by China or the U S. He cites the World War I bombing of Britain as a morale boost and notes Geneva Conference ties. Jean Arthur to star in CBS comedy as a lady lawyer with writers sharing scripts.
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