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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1962
Page
4
An opinion piece criticizes federal overreach during civil rights demonstrations in Mississippi. It questions the speed of desegregation, cites the Meredith affair, and argues authority should balance state rights with prudent action, warning of further demonstrations and scorched-earth tactics.
The piece weighs whether Cuba is an American problem and if allies should curb shipping to block Soviet supplies. It notes mixed responses in Europe and questions if Washington’s approach, led by Secretary Rusk, is sufficient. It argues the central choice is allied cooperation to pressure ships while avoiding armed conflict.
The October Economic Letter from First National City Bank argues U S tax focus on income and payroll taxes crowds out investment capital. It notes U S receipts total about 85 percent from personal and corporate income taxes and payroll taxes, with only 15 percent from excises and duties. Bank economists say this burden slows industrial progress compared with Europe and Japan.
Dr George W Crane presents a case of singer Norman Clayton who uses a rule that children must say thank you for any treat to foster a positive mindset. He cites schooling as a public good and urges parents to attach pleasure to learning, promoting a "halo" over education through high school and offering a home tutoring booklet.
Dear Abby columns recount a 55 year old man experiencing severe hot flashes and sweating. Abby urges his wife to seek a doctor’s help for examination and treatment.
A reader seeks guidance on infidelity and divorce amid family loyalties. Abigail Van Buren condemns the louse for breaking a home and urges primary duty to one's spouse, while another letter celebrates a deaf, blind child as a gift of faith and love from a grateful mother.
Governor Ross R Barnett directly blocked James Merediths enrollment at Ole Miss prompting a court contempt finding and a federal response. Kennedy marshals and National Guard moved to enforce the court order amid riots leaving Barnett boxed between court and president with lasting political impact in Mississippi.
Sidewalk comments of a Pavement Plate critique the go getter ethos of the 20th century and praise the constructive dawdler as the real driver of progress. It argues that bustle does not equal achievement and urges slowing down to ponder worth. The piece contrasts modern urgency with reflective patience.
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