Troy Record finances show first-year surplus in years
The Troy Record notes that Troy's 1957 operating balance turned positive for the first time in years, while warning that state and federal deficits threaten local finances. It calls for disciplined budgeting, ongoing reform, and a shift toward steady management to avoid repeated financial lapses and costly capital delays.
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Troy
Department of Audit and Control
Fox
New York State
Thor
Iiere
Brig
Gromyko comments on world situation amid nuclear talks
Russian foreign minister Andrei Gromyko spoke in Moscow about Berlin and the world situation while indicating Russia’s willingness to pursue a broader, stronger stance. He denounced Western optimism and dismissed the Geneva talks as meaningless without a verifiable inspection regime.
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Andrei Gronivka
Russia
Moscow
Olen Day
Berlin
Ruseh
Gromyko
Fassia
Nuclear tests policing demanded no half measures
Apologists argue that unless a safeguard detects violations, a Geneva style proposal to ban nuclear tests is meaningless. The empty plan would allow Lip to survive while continuing to tear at will within her borders, leaving the world exposed to nuclear horrors with no enforcement.
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Olie
Mussia
Geneva
Waitigg
Growiyko
Perlussine
Lip
Social Security Tax Hike Takes Effect in 1958
A 1958 Social Security overhaul raises taxes for about 74 million workers and beneficiaries. Benefits for retirees and survivors rise, with payments increasing on average, while employer and employee payroll taxes also jump. Projections show higher costs through 1960s, sparking debate on solvency and policy motives.
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Fis
Congress
Selb
Gas Tax Rise Coming In New York State
The New York State Automobile Association leader warns of higher gasoline taxes to balance the 1954 budget as state costs rise and services expand. Critics say motorists bear the burden. officials point to needed funds as rail and road services shrink. Tax rise may extend to cigarettes, with broader fiscal pressure on families.
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New York State Automobile Association
Milkin Av Rockefeller
Puernorel
Narreman
Gayerine Harriman
Afdeo
Ooder
Nave
Tess Bi Crowley
Automobile Grap
Passamere Bureen
Othelode
Crowlay
Smoking trends show rising U S cigarette use
Readable portions indicate the United States faces rising cigarette consumption per person over three years, with projections suggesting average yearly intake around 1475 units and debates over public health responses and moderation.
Cigarette smoking debate and public appeal across eras
The article surveys evolving attitudes to smoking from the 19th century to wartime, noting persistent use despite attacks and limited proof of cancer links. It highlights a cultural pull for cigarettes as an enduring habit and cites the tobacco industry’s vast profits and a projected four billion dollar market, with a 220 million dollar profit referenced.
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Ullink
East German trial signals limits of communist justice
A brief East German news report notes four priests convicted of espionage and overthrow charges, sentenced up to ten years. The piece argues the case illustrates the regime’s substitution of due process with state control, contrasting it with lawful standards and human rights.
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Springfield
Maas
Wien
Pmper
East Germany
Ol- Fiial
Ghip
Sehrader
Luet
Tuest
Utha
Tran
Hungary
Republican tensions loom as new Congress opens
Republican survivors face intraparty splits over minority leadership and committee seats as Democrats push a civil rights agenda. Rayburn and Johnson advocate moderation while major clashes loom in the House and Senate. Arkansas segregation case and filibuster opposition threaten early battles with party unity in a pivotal 1960 legislative year.
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Newark
Congress
Democrate
Ani
Tor Sant
Hetter
Democratic National Advisory Committee
Rayburn
Tegun
Lyndon Juanson
Senate
Sunate
Sonn
Jonke Ol
Mapua
Words Wit And Wisdom From A Liverpool Native
A humorous column on language and regional terms cites Liverpudlian origin, old city demonyms, and a typographical joke about a tweed overcoat. The piece illustrates British humor and notes the shift in usage seen in newspapers and ads.
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Willeam Morris
Avocent
St. Fouls Eader
Liverpool
Urius
Glastow
Cambridge
Ltngland
Harvard
New England
Harvard and
Cartridge
New York City
Gondig
Mall
Interpreting The News By Raymond Moley
A critical look at post election mood and the new Congress as Raymond Moley surveys the political scene. He notes doubts about the New Deal’s momentum, debates among economists, and references to Galbraith Keyserling and housing policy amid a torn party landscape.
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Raymond Moley
Washington
Green
Alfred Iitehcook
Fiman
Eisinhower
Congress
Heer
Toosevelt
Wes
Maz Gordon
Gordon
Roosevelt
Supreme Court
Joint Economic Committee
Cansusian
New Deal
Fair Deal
New Republic
Agin
Leon Keyserling
John Galbraith
Galbraith
Keyserling
U.S
Ube Trey
Debt Limit Must Be Raised Again in 1959
Congress will be asked to raise the debt limit again in 1959 to 200 billion dollars or more. The piece outlines the current ceiling of 208 billion, with projections of deficits and the likelihood of continued red ink into the next fiscal year. It notes anticipated spending growth, tax reform debates, and inflation pressures shaping budget plans.
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Washington
Congress
Hilton
Java
Bulgel
Sovers
Gath
Hifi
Sinite Aananry
Treasury
Wilbur
Gress
Senate
Lyndon T Johnson
D.tex
National Whirligig By Ray Tucker and Aiken Cooper split on Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill faces a deep intraparty split as Dirksen Bridges and Aiken Cooper symbolize opposing Republican lanes. Aiken’s belligerent principles threaten the White House and could shape 1960 elections. Veterans pensions loom as a target amid budget battles and a future probe into veteran benefits.
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Washington
Republcan
H. Gy
Dirkson
Bridges
Aiken
Cooper
Capitol Hill
Republican Party
Una Westen
Dyoak
Gerhart Hoov
Congress
Eisenhower
Senate
Lyndon B. Johnsyn
Buller Trumany Stevenson
Democratic Party
Johnson
Alio Nate
Rept Heans
Tity
Aiken-Cooper
Butler
Aitken
Sertur
White House
Bridges- Dirksen
House
Nixon
Modh
Charleston
Asian and American leaders urge united anti Communist front
Filipino journalist Vincente Villamin and MIA leader John Wood urged delegates from 30 nations at the Assembly of Moral Re-Armament for America and the Pacific Nations to foster free world unity. They called for a vigilant, intelligent effort to meet communism and defend postwar unity, stressing leadership and resolve across Asia and Africa.
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MRA
Los Angeles
Nfutty
Asia
Alriga
Assembly of Moral Re-Armament For
America
Pacific Nations
Vincente Villamin Andohn Wood
MIA
New York City
Nust
IL Nust
Villamiy Pal
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