Constitutional revision urged as a path to simpler government
An editorial argues nine proposed amendments to the New York constitution should be revised through legislative action rather than voter referendums. It states the document has grown unwieldy, with over 800,000 words, complex laws, and mounting difficulty in application, urging the Senate and Assembly to restore direct lawmaking power and reduce voter burden.
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Nye Sent Home Over Cuba Plot Allegations
A U S citizen Nye is sent home after alleged meddling in Cuba affairs and possible links to Castro foes. The record questions Nye's presence in Cuba, cites vague charges, and notes lack of concrete evidence tying Nye to rebel support while urging accountability and safe return to the United States.
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Almgusa
Robert Alia Nye
Indiana
Ji Citta
Fidel Castro
United States
Nye
Cuba
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Caatro
Vye
Flavia
Dante
Duttore
Cula
Celia
Cruise liners to face smaller faster ships era
The article discusses ship builders shifting to smaller faster passenger vessels as Cunard and others plan new ocean liners likely nuclear powered. It notes trains, jets, and travel shifts enabling broader European trips for average Americans, with governments potentially subsidizing transoceanic travel, and remarks on Dulles and U S foreign policy leadership amid health concerns.
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Cunard
Maservier
United States
la Lever
Europe
Thisles
Mattes’ Alte
Tle
Eloge
Rock of Gibraltar
Khrusheley
Dulles
Kremlin
Lebanon
Quenroy
Berlin
Burles
Sep
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Elate
A. Herter
Renysueigs
Wr Valles
Amerionds
Kasay
Thilex
Aire
Tess
Republicans Pick Chicago for 1960 Convention Site
The Republican party will nominate its presidential candidate in Chicago to mark Abraham Lincoln’s centennial and to save money on venue costs. Chicago’s central location, lower expenses than San Francisco or New York, and neutral ground appeal influenced the choice, despite California bids and Nixon from the state. Financing remains a concern with considerable campaign spending projected.
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Chiguie
Howl
Ibiois
Imith
Chicago
Ticais
Chicuzo
Abraham Lawdy ii
San Francisco
New York
Philadelphia
Tow
California
Nixon
Los Angeles
San Francises
Rockefeller
Higlary Das
U. Lowden
Illinois
Alfred E. Smith
New York City
Thouston
Texas
Moore
Sam
Macy’s as propaganda tool in Soviet exhibit claim
A Cleveland Plain Dealer piece argues Macy’s is falsely cast as a Soviet propaganda agent. It contends American workers can afford decent homes and goods, countering claims that Macy’s shows a model of capitalist excess. The letter denounces Soviet propaganda and asserts Macy’s is not a state instrument.
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Macy's
Cleveland Plain
New York
Gimbel’s
Macy
United States
Amerian
Moscow
Bombay
Buckingham Palace
Tass
Amanda
Pass Bis
Natil
AMmer+ jean
Iromes Bhnk East
Unig -Conphry Vehane
Howe
Uno Rossi
Ian
Letters From Readers Recount Safety, Charity and Child Sales
A reader column discusses anonymity in letters to The Record Newspapers, the right to edit and shorten letters, and concerns about fundraising practices. The piece recounts worries about youth groups like the Girl Scouts and Camp Fire selling items to support activities, noting the burden on families and the need for adult supervision.
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Record
Tuullyer
Sud
Ant
Prutal
Winls
Girl Scouts
Jetter Af Rocann
Phanvelisty
National Whirligig By Ray Tucker
Washington The FTC has filed antitrust complaints against Kroger Co and National Tea Co accusing them of reducing competition by acquiring small independent stores. The action cites 309 retail units and over $2.5e11 in annual sales across chains, with multi-state consolidation and vertical control from processing to retail. If upheld, orders could force divestitures after hearings and potential prosecutions by the attorney general.
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Washington
Coogres
Federal Trade Commission
Kroger Co
Nationa Tha Co
Ibis
Targe
Breis
Couutted
Tiowever
Middle West
West South Central
Texas
Pacific Coast
New York
Philadelphia
Detroit
Chisago
Holby
Des Moines
Mosl
FTC
Roe
Tigut Conti
Ig Wefelt
Kroger
Fea
PTC
Vega Holdings
Lottorney
William
Ragers
Interpreting The News By Ray and Moley on Foreign Aid
Ray and Moley argue for sustained Japan and Southeast Asia aid to prevent Indochina backsliding, noting Japan’s postwar debts, aging leaders, and corruption challenges. They urge Americans to support Japanese American cooperation, effective aid, and infrastructure that actually serves local needs.
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Yokyo
Ihow
Japan
Tidia
Diyeur
Congress
Ladin
Southeast Asia
India
Casawater
Moat Traveigd
Vanappseanios
Asia
sSelfe
Loa Dearce
Hugh
Jabyoad
America
Words Wit And Wisdom by William Morris
A fragmented essay discusses terms like vintage dating and slang in Japan, noting officials and business leaders seek to coordinate cross cultural know how. It proposes a plan where Japan provides know how and technicians while India supplies capital under proper conditions to boost Asia oriented economic cooperation.
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William Morris
Japan
Srs
Encyelopedia Britaated
Asia
Japanese Housing Corporation
Thehedraf
Dapan
Begest Bank
Lieth & Shree
Lsla
United States
India
Sines Lidia Bas
Question Box Quiz From The WS And Old Portraits
A mixed Q and A item discusses a copy of the Googe Washington portrait by Gilbert Stuart and mentions Eisenhower’s Christmas message and a space transmission claim. It also asks about cotton variety naming and US Army regulation pace, noting quick time at 10 inches and double time at 36 inches.
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Googe Washington
Gilbert Stuart
Eisenhower
America
Teeny
Santos Calice
Suites
Macha
United States Army
Britannica Slang Roundup Sparks Debate On Phrases
A 1958 linguistic survey highlights brief fashion terms like Sack and trapeze and notesBeatniks and beat as controversial. The piece mocks popular etymologies while praising new slang terms, inviting readers to submit favorites for a forthcoming Real Gone Lexicon update.
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Pst
Li Meneken
Lewis Armstrone
Leslar Young
Pla Fitzgerald
Hank
The Forgotten Years of Childhood and Parental Insight
The article urges parents to understand their children ages six to twelve by recalling their own youth experiences. It stresses the value of empathy, remembering how peers influenced growth, and navigating rules without stifling development. It cites a guidance pamphlet titled Windler and Your Child for further reading.
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