Air Force faces manpower crisis at Davis-Monthan
Cordiner Committee findings show the core issue is not headcount but the level of competence, skill and experience. Retention costs for skilled technicians and aircraft commanders are high, prompting calls for balancing long service with turnover while ensuring readiness through training and incentives.
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Maine moves to align presidential election with nation
The piece notes Maine historically set its election in September as a bellwether but now seeks a constitutional amendment to move the presidential vote to November. It suggests Arizona could also gain a similar pace setting role by shifting its date slightly earlier.
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Eyes of an Eagle How Owls See Daylight and Darkness
A Desert Museum note explains owl vision beyond human sight. The article compares owl pupils and iris behavior in daylight and at dusk, highlighting precision that enables hunting from high altitudes and acute daytime perception.
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Court Aspirants Suffer Setbacks In Superior Court
Local lawyers face setback as J. Mercer Johnson denies rumors of leaving private practice. Clark H. Johnson and Edward J. Valeski had both aimed for Judge Johnson’s seat, but Johnson’s decision preserves the incumbents’ positions and delays potential races.
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Clean bombs and the irony of a gentler war stance
James Marlow discusses Eisenhower’s push for a truly clean atomic bomb within four to five years, warning that rushing a ban on tests could leave the world with dirty bombs. He contrasts U S and Soviet aims, cites Lawrence Teller and Graves, and recalls Hiroshima Nagasaki while noting public concern from May Craig. The piece weighs military ethics, battlefield use versus civilian risk, and the danger of arming both sides with safer but still deadly weapons.
Good Times Ahead Or Not Economics In Midyear
Economic outlook for the year suggests a fall pickup in industrial activity and further price rises driven by wage and steel aluminum costs. Jobs may stay plentiful with auto production defense spending and public works boosting demand. Wages for steel and aluminum rise in August, oil prices climb, and monetary policy may keep rates steady while a possible tax cut remains debated.
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Who Makes Wars Voroshilov Speech in Indonesia
Soviet President Voroshilov on a state visit to Indonesia condemned wars imposed by enemies. He argued eighteen years of the USSR’s history have been wasted in such wars, warning that Russia’s next big war would come from her own threats against Western democracies that helped in the last conflict.
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Reverie at the Typewriter Keys on Gout and Global Minds
HAL BOYLE notes a shared fate linking famous figures from Alexander the Great to Isaac Newton through gout. He sketches musings on where people wish to live, the appeal of exotic foods, and a practical diet lesson. He questions romance in New York, noting the high costs for bachelors chasing fame and fortune.
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Eisenhower Defends Judicial Appointments Amid Calls for Elections
President Eisenhower rejects popular elections for Supreme Court justices and defends appointive system. He notes nominees are vetted by the American Bar Association and approved by the Senate, while aiming to shield the judiciary from political pressure and maintain life tenure. He cites rising Republican influence in federal judgeships and favors nonpartisan reform.
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Russia’s scare tactics unlikely to derail NATO
The Sheboygan Press argues Moscow’s threats are hollow and urges Allies to ignore Red scares. It contends Communist promises are worthless and that ignoring threats strengthens the free world against aggression.
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Reading the Commission on Government Security Its Value
The writer questions the 840 page report on government security. They note figures like James P. McGranery and Francis Walter, argue SCOTUS decisions undermine security efforts, cite Jencks and Watkins, and doubt a central security office would aid counterspying given high court limits.
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God Opens The Door To The Next Milestone And Beyond
Devotional reflection on God guiding believers through life’s milestones. The author cites scripture from Revelation and Ephesians, notes humanity’s sin and trust, and affirms Christ as Alpha and Omega. A prayer asks Jesus to reside in hearts today and always. Courtesy Tucson Council of Churches.
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