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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1960
Page
4
A devotional note cites Galatians 3 8 and 3 9 about God counting the Gentiles as righteous by faith. It contrasts faith with fishing nets cast at God’s command and cites Francois Fenelon on spiritual revelation through trust and obedience.
Uncle Sam, the largest debtor, owes nearly 300 billion dollars and faces growing refinancing needs as securities mature. Secretary Anderson navigates Congress tied interest limits while investors seek yields in industry real estate and savings, pressing the shift to short term notes.
The article notes that Congress has not matched campaign rhetoric on big federal outlays. It says eight major bills totaling 330 million dollars were cut below administration requests, with further cuts possible from defense funds. Projections show a near 4 billion dollar surplus by June 30 1961, amid built in spending and a slow start to the anticipated spending surge.
The article argues Secretary of State Herter admitted misjudgment over the Tokyo invitation and that Japan failed to maintain order during Eisenhower's planned visit. It questions American responsibility, noting diplomatic considerations and partisan commentary after Herter testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Fifty years ago Father Olivier of Bluefield and Father Gilsenen of Gary left for New York on a European tour. Sen George E Chamberland of Oregon spoke at Bluefield’s Chamber dinner. New directors for the Bluefield Chamber included F M Archer C S Cheyney Roy Evans W E Koepler and E A Leonard Jr. Twenty years ago F W Vaughn became Worshipful Master of Bluefield Lodge 85 at the Masonic Temple. Ten years ago central state floods left 17 dead and 25 missing.
A Daily Telegraph stringer favors sticking to facts as they fall and leaving phrasing to the rewrite man. He notes the role of hand-outs from press agents in filling local pages while warning such copy lacks journalism craft.
The piece critiques club scrapbooks and urges editors to value general news over filler items. It notes obituaries require editing and recounts a mortician's “hand-out” obit causing newsroom chuckles over phrasing. It also mentions two funeral viewings scheduled closely, complicating notices.
Ray Tucker outlines a long-term Soviet and Chinese strategy to gain industrial and military power in Europe and Asia. He argues that despite boasts of gains, the West will not be matched quickly, and Germany and Japan will lead key industries needed for future warfare and global influence.
Analysis notes Communist aims to push the United States from the Far East and force economic links with Japan. It discusses Mao Zedong seeking Soviet-favored reunification terms, pressure on West Germany via Krupp and on Japan via Matsushita, and the potential impact of a future Kishi administration.
Lou Schneider notes potential rise in housing starts to about 1.2 million this year with a rebound after a low cycle. He cites government rate cuts, predicting 1.3 million in 1962 and 1.4 million or more by 1963 64, while tolling rising costs and cautious profits in the container and can making sectors amid antitrust actions.
The article notes a predicted rise in home construction as a positive economic sign. It mentions car muffler durability issues and Ameri can Motors extending Rambler exhaust life with a ceramic coated system, costing about $2.30 per car to potentially boost sales. An interview with a banker cautions the national economy may stay flat for six months.
Newsweek polling 50 Washington correspondents finds Johnson with the highest rating, Rayburn and Halleck next, Kennedy low with no votes for Symington. Ford and Arends receive notable support, while Mansfield, Fulbright, and Humphrey follow in the Senate. The piece notes Kennedy’s rising publicity contrasts with Symington’s neglect and Johnson’s standout record.
A column mocks national polls and presidential primaries, notes secret U‑2 photos from Russia, and contains quips about Gardner Massachusetts chairs, teen psychology, and wartime morale. The light editorial tone weaves disconnected item quotes and humorous observations.
Senators spar over Vice President Nixon's letter to Abel Katz of Bnai Brith pledging support for free transit through the Suez Canal while Egypt deepens the canal with a Nasser loan. Gruening and Humphrey question double standards as press coverage allegedly hides criticism.
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