De Gaulle risks democracy plan for Algeria and beyond
The piece argues De Gaulle may extend Algeria’s proposed equality and self rule to other French territories like Tunisia and Morocco, warning of risks including loss of territory to Communist influence. It contrasts with Sudan’s path to independence and questions readiness of Algerians for a poll based on self determination. It notes broader Western stakes and the potential for a democ racy driven solution if the plan succeeds.
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Algeria
de Gaulle
Middle East
Tunisia
Morocco
France
Moscow
Sudan
League of Arab States
United Nations
U.S
Censors Crimp Toy Rockets at Nation’s Missile Conference
Frederick C. Othman reports on Lewis Glaser, president of Revell, who makes model missile kits and aircraft models. He notes government secrecy on new models, cites impounded photos of a Lockheed Starfighter, and argues toys can educate youth. He discusses censorship with Rep. John E. Moss and notes other rivals sell lethal models.
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Washington
National Missile Industry
Lewis Glaser
Glaser
Man
Revell Company
Venice
Calif
Bouth
California
Lockheed
John E. Moss
D-Calif
Moss
End of a Long Iowa Strike and Election Highlights
Ten years ago picket lines disappeared as nearly 1500 people gathered at Wilson and Company employment office when the plant whistle blew ending a lengthy strike. Most workers were rehired except those who burned buildings or assaulted employees. Arthur Hickson of Maquoketa was chosen second district commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Anamosa. Frances McFall of Cedar Rapids was named second vice president of the Iowa Federation of Business and Professional Women in Spirit Lake. A drive by New Dealers against Senator Guy M. Gillette appeared swamped by Democratic primary votes as Gillette ledWearin 2 to 1. Dr. W. N. Keck became president of the Cedar Rapids Bird Club. Willis Lamb, Coe College graduate 1927 and former coach, was appointed head basketball coach at Coe. Wilfred M. Kluss was among ten west of the Mississippi earning a Harvard national scholarship. Sylvan Lawson, then 30, was saved from drowning by two companions in a leaky boat on Indian Creek above the dam. Mrs Gene McMasters of Cedar Rapids was elected department inspector of Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War at a state convention. J.8. Adrian named manager of the Roosevelt hotel.
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Wilson and Company
Perepedy
Arthur Hickson
Maquoketa
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Anamosa
Frances McFall
Cedar Rapids
Iowa Federation of Business and Professional Women
Spirit Lake
Iowa
Guy M. Gillette
Otha D. Wearin
W. N. Keck
Willis Lamb
Coe College
Coe
Wilfred M. Kluss
Mississippi
Harvard
Sylvan Lawson
Robert McGill
Marvin Bachelder
Marion
Indian Creek
Lawson
Gene McMasters
Daughters of Union
Adrian
Roosevelt Hotel
Citizens weigh pool money against school needs
Evalyn G. Mollman asks taxpayers to consider allocating about 425000 for year round swimming facilities while noting concerns over kindergarten roundups and scarce storage. Margaret and Montague Brown express gratitude and Victoria’s readiness to help traveling Iowans.
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Bobby
Evalyn G. Mollman
Mound
Victoria
Margaret and Montague Brown
Melbourne
Australia
Time for Reappraisal call to apply beliefs in world policy
A May 30 1958 editorial urges readers to read the unified Presbyterian church resolution on world conditions and security. It argues Christians must translate belief in human dignity and a just God into foreign policy, linking aid to dictators to a guarantee of representative government and a broader reappraisal of U S global role. The piece asserts faith can restore U S purpose and undermine communism.
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Unified Presbyterian Church
CIO
U. K
Communist Party
Supreme Court
Farewell note from visiting couple in Cedar Rapids
A visiting couple thanks Cedar Rapids for hospitality as they prepare to depart for England en route to Australia. They praise Iowa's countryside, reflect on America's image abroad, and cite Fulbright scholarship ties during the past academic year, hoping their stay was beneficial for both sides.
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England
Australia
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Worker Trapped by Red Union in Defense Plant
Emporium Pennsylvania veteran Larue I Berfield a 19 year Sylvania Electric worker faces dismissal under a union shop after a May 16 certification of United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers. Berfield, a white noncommunist, refuses to join the union, citing loyalty oaths to civil defense and a local school board. He seeks relief via the courts as senators study remedial legislation.
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Washington
Larue I. Berfield
Sylvania Electric Corporation
Emporium
5Th Air Force
Southwest Pacific
Berfield
Lawrence “Civil Liberties
Berfie 4
Congress
Senate Subcommittee On Internal Security
United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America
CIO
Senate
U.S
U.K
American Civil Liberties Union
Olin D. Johnston
D-S.c
Fallout shelter drive fades from Detroit Pree Press
A Detroit story notes civil defense shifts from mass evacuation to fallout shelter plans. The piece frames the shelter push as more realistic or practical, contrasting with earlier grand evacuation schemes and suggesting cautious optimism about preparedness efforts.
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Civil Defense
Retired Illiinois Central man recalls Cedar Rapids life
H W Sanford Kerr born 1867 in Dubuque, long time Illinois Central clerk and yardmaster, talks of coming to Cedar Rapids in 1879, his 70 year retirement, travel through 40 years abroad, and views on liquor, health, and a planned retirement home. He recalls the 1922 Rock Island strike, government overreach, and his daily routine. Interview by Bruce Fishwild.
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H. W. Sanford Kerr
Illinois Central Railroad
Magnus Tel
Dubuque
Mechanical Department
The
Rock Island Railroad
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Lewis Strauss
Atomic Energy Commission
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the People's Forum
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Binetook
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Red Union
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