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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1963
Page
4
An editorial argues taxpayers actions boost the economy more than federal spending. It says private consumption creates jobs across sectors, while government purchases favor skilled workers and do not raise productivity enough to curb unemployment. It concedes essential government spending but denies that more federal spending solves joblessness.
The Cottonwood in Pittsburg is challenged by ordinance as a nuisance while Garden City townsfolk defend big trees for shade and beauty. The piece argues against banning fast growing cottonwoods, noting the value of shade and symbol in prairie towns and resisting restrictions on mature trees.
Hal Boyle muses on dreams that haunt adults as civilization speeds up. The piece imagines a push button dream machine to swap nightmares for happy visions where everyone gains wealth and status, but warns such dreams could dull waking life and get workers punished by bosses who prefer honest effort.
The Garden City Telegram lists daily publication details and subscription rates. It notes carrier and mail rates for Finney and nearby counties, with annual and monthly pricing, and mentions delivery compliance and Associated Press rights.
Drew Pearson reports the Navy League annual conclave trek to Puerto Rico, with 161 free tickets for admirals and captains, funded by a Travel Consultants gimmick. Top admirals may use government planes, while industry figures press for influence amid defense contracts and the league’s steel-backed roots.
Washington dispatch notes Kennedy and Khrushchev appear restrained amid global strains from Laos to Vietnam. With Cuba still tense and Berlin not yet on edge, both leaders show quiet caution while Russia and Red China loom as potential future shocks.
A humorous monthly calendar for May lists odd observances and satire such as Remembrance of Vess Ossman and National Arm Garter Day. The spoof entries parody quirky holidays with playful names including Paramecium Day and Bluebeard's Wedding Anniversary, creating a lighthearted May amusements section.
Kentucky Derby hopeful Never Bend, a Cain Hoy colt by Nasrullah, hearts the mood before Saturdays race as trainer Woody Stephens aims for a strong performance after a stubborn display in the Forerunner Purse at Keeneland. Simultaneously, eight sophomores race in the Derby Trial as Derby prospects drift toward Louisville. The British House of Commons approves sweeping nationalized rail overhaul to restore profitability.
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