Editorials Thought for the day and tax humor
A collection of quotes and anecdotes includes a Bible verse from Matthew, a quip about women and back zippers, a tax day tale in Washington Iowa with Dickens and Carton references, and a humorous exchange about paying taxes. It closes with commentary on Congress debating the draft and an all volunteer Army, noting Hebert’s remark about drafting volunteers.
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U.S. House of Representatives
Strange Black Holes in the Sky and Their Mysteries
The article explains black holes as theoretical yet plausible objects formed when a star collapses under gravity. It describes space time distortion, horizon effects, tidal forces tearing matter, and the difficulty of detection. It notes possible signs via X rays from accretion in binary systems and the lack of light escaping from inside the hole.
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Lewis Carroll
Alice
Black Hole
Earth
Index Base Year Change Sparks CPI Update Debate
The Consumer Price Index, also called the Cost of Living Index, dipped to 120 from a high of 138.5 after February 20 figures. Iowa State University economist Richard Maxon notes the base year shifts from 1957-59 to 1967 to keep the index meaningful, while the Labor Statistics agency aligns with this nationwide update. A 1947-49 base would yield 169.9 today, but living standards have evolved. A new expenditure survey is planned for 1912 and 1973 to refresh measured items.
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Richard Maxon
Iowa State University
Yo Buren
Labor
Satitics
Public curiosities on sleep love and TV legends
A collage of questions and quotations on sleep needs, gender differences in attraction, and crime victim compensation. The piece mocks modern studies and lists enduring top TV shows such as Red Skelton Sullivan Gunsmoke Andy Griffith Jackie Gleason Bonanza You Bet Your Life Lucy and more.
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Red Skelton
Ed Sullivan
Andy Griffith
Jackie Gleason
Record-Breaking Contract Bridge Duel Recounted
In a 1965 Italy vs United States world championship match a rare misplay allowed declarers to make an unmakable game. At one table US players, Dorothy Hayden and partner, reached five diamonds after bidding chaos. If West had led clubs rather than hearts the Italian declarer would have been down four. The contrasting play across the room produced striking, unusual defense slips.
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Italy
United States
Dorothy Hayden
King Peature
South
Heart
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