Franklin’s Niche: Benjamin Franklin Reexamined
The article notes Franklin born January 17 1706 remains vital as a myth and man. It cites Verner W Crane and Carl Van Doren while Yale prepares the complete Franklin papers. It argues his greatness lies in self discipline enterprise public service and enduring role in American heritage.
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Benjamin Franklin
Franklin
Richard
Carl van Doren
Verner W. Crane
University of Michigan
Yale University
Ben Franklin
Maldives Air Base Plan Signals British Far East Ties
A Maldivian air base at Gan is reportedly being reactivated by Britain to sustain a direct air line to Australia and the Far Southeast. The move follows pressure from Sri Lanka and hints at rerouting Far East traffic via the Maldives and central Africa.
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Maldives
India
Ceylon
Equator
Gan
Australia
Britain
Gan Garanaike
Egypt
Malaya
Syria
Africa
London
Strategic Cyprus Role Echoes Mediterranean Island Influence
The base in the Indian Ocean mirrors Cyprus as a strategic outpost near Middle East oil fields and the Suez Canal, offering limited use but notable importance due to location.
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Indian Ocean
Mediterranean
Cyprus
Middle East
Suez Canal
Editorial Digest Hersey in Moscow
A Denver Post editorial from The Wall Street Journal dispatches from Moscow arguing that Soviet leaders may adopt consumer credit and installment buying. It notes potential shifts from military to civilian production and warns this could introduce capitalist ideas and undermine Communist zeal, altering Russian life.
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Wall Street
Moscow
Ivan Ivanovich
Russia
Ivan
Ife
America
The Whip Replaced by Letters to the Editor
A humorous note recalls a past era when subscribers vented via noisy threats of flogging editors. Today they opt for calmer channels such as letters to the editor which ease tensions and replace the old whipping custom with written rebukes and public discourse.
Why car costs seem high and the tax tally
A 1955 look at auto prices shows a $2000 car would cost about $1440 before taxes. The Auto Mobile Manufacturers Assn details 1955 taxes: $158 in materials and transport, $330 income taxes, $146 federal excise, $34.81 dealer taxes, $57.85 state sales, $12.76 plates, and $0.42 gas and oil taxes, totaling $559.85.
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Uncle Sam
Assn
Borah's 1937 defense of the South on race and home rule
Excerpts from Senator Borah's 1937 speech defend Southern handling of race problems. He argues the South faced a difficult postwar era with few whites and many freed slaves, praising patience, tolerance, and local self government while urging not to condemn the states. The piece links his views to contemporary civil rights debates and anti-lynching proposals.
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William E. Borah
Idaho
United States
Senate
Franklin D. Roosevelt
U. S
Democratic New Deal
Congress
Borah
South
North
Winchester Memorial Hospital Earns High Praise
A letter to The Star commends Winchester Memorial Hospital for progress and service, comparing its facilities to major cities. The writer lauds modern care, dedicated nurses, and staff, noting support from local physicians and surrounding residents while opposing socialized medicine.
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Winchester Memorial Hospital
Winchester
Baltimore
Washington
Norfolk
New Orleans
Winchester Hospital
How's Your I Q Memory Quiz Tells All
A 10 day scoring quiz lists questions on history geography religion and language. It includes true or false items about Oregon settlers 1856 and Dew, plus comparisons with no in speech and proverbs attribution to Ray or Old Testament.
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Oregon Territory
Syria
Tabernacles
Ham
New York
East River
Hudon River
France
Bastille
Hospital plan for small and moderate means in Clarke County
James M. Thomson of Gaylord outlines a hospital plan intended for residents of small and moderate means in Clarke County. The note signals community health access goals and local involvement.
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Chester Hospital
James M. Thomson Gaylord
Clarke County
Strength For The Day by Earl L Douglass
Earl L Douglass argues the core Christian teaching is that Jesus Christ has never left the world and remains present with believers in every age. He cites Matthew 28 20 to stress the ongoing spiritual proximity of Christ beyond the resurrection.
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Jesus Christ
Rainfall Figures For January Through December
Rainfall data show 24 hour total to 6 30 am and year to date figures for 1957 and past 44 year period. Monthly inches are listed from January to December with values ranging from 2.00 to 4.00 inches. Average annual rainfall is 36.99 inches.
Carbon Monoxide Dangers From Home Heating Systems
A health advisory warns that carbon monoxide, an invisible poison produced by faulty heating devices, clogged vents or poorly vented appliances, can cause headaches dizziness nausea and confusion. Immediate fresh air and ventilation are required for suspected exposure.
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