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Newspaper
Mt Vernon Register News
Location
Mt Vernon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1964
Page
2
Classified listing provides publication rights and staff roles for the Jefferson County paper. It lists subscription prices by region, with advance payment required, and delivers carrier options within the city. Rates include 1 year 7.00 for Jefferson area, 10.00 outside 250 miles, plus shorter terms and monthly options.
A devotional note cites Revelation 22 10 urging not to seal the words of prophecy. It reflects on scriptural continuity between earthly manifestations and spiritual life. Helen Eller contributes a contrasting view about the Bible as a grand science of human spirituality.
A postholiday traffic toll editorial laments rising annual deaths and urges decisive action. It argues for driver education stricter laws tougher licensing and removal of dangerous drivers, calling for more effort cooperation and funding to reduce road fatalities.
A new chemical lures worms from the ground with no digging, tempting fishermen but harming worms. The piece notes ducks are drawn by fake calls, a parallel that underscores potential ecological fallout for fishbait and worms alike.
A compact puzzle listing many clues across and down covering varied topics. Includes geographic hints like a Swiss city and a Mindanao ethnic, plus terms for enzymes, animals, and objects, with several wordplay twists and historical or mythic references.
Washington's Ray Cromley reports cautious estimates that exile groups like Move ment for Revolutionary Re cuperation Junta Revolucionaria Cubana and a coalition led by Eloy Outierrez Menoyo face long odds to establish a foothold in Cuba. Analysts warn of uncertain popular support strong Cuban intelligence and internal rivalries among exiles, but note a deteriorating Cuban economy and a recent internal clash over Marcos Rodriguez.
In La Paz two former Paz allies end a four day hunger strike and vow to unite opposition to President Paz Estenssoro. Vice President Lechin and ex President Siles Suazo join Authentic Revolutionary party and urge other parties to rally against the re elected leader. They state Paz Estenssoro won a four year term on Sunday.
President Johnson vows passage of a civil rights bill to lift 20 million Americans from exclusion. He frames the effort as a long, hard war for confidence and security, with Defense Secretary McNamara commenting on Viet Nam after his latest trip.
The weekly forecast highlights pursuing contact with powerful benefactors and using clever effort to gain benefits. Aries should stay original with associates, Taurus seeks business advice to improve finances, Gemini relies on a loyal friend, Moon Children plan quietly for public acclaim, Leo teams with a friend for data, Virgo keeps books in order, Libra seeks principled talks, Scorpio should endure tough payments, Sagittarius speaks well with a partner, Capricorn stays dutiful at home, Aquarius modernizes appearance and language, Pisces heeds a clever relative and aims for security. A concluding note invites readers to order Carroll Righter’s forecast.
A humorous note on love and gossip. Two neighbor women load the garden with dirt while sharing tales. The piece also jokes about vacation packing revealing what not to leave behind.
Political brief notes a lively campaign prospect with Goldwater as Republican choice. California victory boosts Democratic Johnson's mood. Johnson actions remain guarded while pursuing strategy against Communists in Southeast Asia. Protests flare in Korea as martial law tightens. House Rules Committee likely stays under Democratic 1963 control with some new members. Senate civil rights bill backers dismiss fears of defeat despite California primary and Southern opposition tactics.
A travel page notes that charging a supply of games helps keep children well behaved during a long journey. The article emphasizes portable options and engaging activities to reduce restlessness. It suggests planning a variety of quick, screen-free amusements for hours on the road.
On June 4 events include Rome’s capture by Allied forces in 1944 and Henry Ford’s first successful car trial in 1896. Other notes mention Midway attacks in 1942, Peron’s 1946 presidency, a 10 year ago UN debate on Vietminh in Thailand, Debre’s 5 years ago warning on Algeria, and a 1 year ago corruption indictment of Teamsters leaders.
AP reports Abbe Lane and Xavier Cugat dissolved their 12 year marriage in Juarez Civil Court. Lane said the divorce was swift and she was unsure what she would do next, while Cugat did not contest. The item notes Lane later spoke in San Antonio.
In Washington today a Republican space task force accused NASA of inadequate Gemini safety planning and rescue capability, urging Congressional scrutiny. Senate inquiry into defense spending shifts will focus on military relocations in New Jersey with hearings set for June 21. A tape from the May 7 airliner crash near San Francisco suggests a passenger fired at the pilot, with copilot Andress identified on the recording and a revolver traced to a passenger.
The first scrolls were not found by scientists but by a Bedouin shepherd boy. The scrolls were wrapped in clay jars in a cave hidden high in limestone cliffs along the Dead Sea’s western shore.
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