Editorial on Reason and Race in America
The piece argues the nation faces racial tension and violence but urges calm. A reader letter from Ethel J. Goins of Chester emphasizes pride in being American and Negro, while the editorial contends the real issue is how to solve conflict without escalating extremism.
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Mississippi
NAACP
Daily Times
Morning
Chester
Ethel J. Goins
Jeffrey St
Robert Kennedy
America
United States of America
Speller Maria Crist Falls Just Short Of National Bee
The county champion Miss Maria Crist spelling the right word but missing one to advance. The column lauds her poise and notes most readers are winners by trying, then discusses lawn mowing tips and a Springfield resident proposing a 8 to 9 day cycle.
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Maria Crist
Miss Crist
Washington
Crist
Delaware County
Swift Kick to Delinquents Proposed by Jones
Jenkin Lloyd Jones argues for swift punishment of juvenile delinquents. He cites failed reforms and proposes a four weekend work purge with strict discipline, no glamor, and harsh conditions to deter crime. He highlights real cases where humiliation and public accountability reduced youth misbehavior. The piece advocates a quick sharp punishment approach as a last resort to curb juvenile crime.
Race Issue Is No Simple Matter Editorial
The editorial argues race questions are complex, urging equal voting rights and law for all, while warning against overreaching federal mandates. It notes desegregation can relocate discrimination, cites Kennedy's call for freedom by lawful means, and stresses local responsibility and historical context in striving for true integration.
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van de Mich
Kennedy
Aise
Mayors Conference
District of Columbia
Why Special Education Education Roundtable in Delaware County
Russell L Williams, supervisor of special education, outlines the aims and scope of equal access to special programs. He notes 12 percent of school age children may not benefit from standard schooling, cites underfunding, and highlights federal, state, and university involvement to train teachers and develop materials for exceptional children. The piece discusses national trends, legislative interest, and the need for functional effective programs in isolated local districts.
Do You Remember When Hook Farmers Watch Late Wheat
Marcus Hook farmers predicted wheat would not be ready before the Fourth of July due to a backward heading season from intermittent cold weather. Col Samuel M Wood, longtime 4th Ward businessman and former Army figure, died Saturday at his home. Three boys aged 11 to 15 died in a Delaware River accident near Upland Street. One boy remained unidentified. Powell Polk Hi and Herbert Daniels, both 12, were among the identified victims. Attorney William S Sykes and his family suffered injuries in a house fire at 22 East 4th Street. Finnish community leaders and Crozer Park officials marked cornerstones for a Finnish monument to be dedicated June 29. Upper Darby trash collectors ended a three-week AFL strike with claimed 98 percent victory.
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Springfield
Marcus Hook
Samuel M. Wood
4Th Ward
Army
Ure
East Broad Street
Delaware River
Upland Street
Powell Polk
East 2Nd Street
Herbert Daniels
2Nd
Market Streets
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William J. Obermiller
Whiting
Indiana
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Lester H. Loble
Helena
Teveille
Menew
Mrs
Querener
Ine
Space Svecr
Pletcher Knebel
Look Magazine
South Africa
Nations
Africa
Russia
Wall Street Journal
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Williams
Chisses County
Supt. of Schools
Hook
William S. Sykes
East 4Th Street
Crozer Park
Upper Darby
Robert Callahan
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employes
AFL
Callahan
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