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Newspaper
Mt Vernon Register News
Location
Mt Vernon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1954
Page
2
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A devotional line echoes I Samuel 17 47 promising that victory comes not by sword or spear but by the Lord and his protection. The text urges faith over earthly might and places reliance on divine deliverance against danger.
Capital editors argue against reviving the excess profits tax in wartime. They claim it rewards corporate advertising spending, spawns hardship cases, and fails to draft capital as wartime needs require. They favor higher general corporate taxes and renegotiation of war contracts to recapture excess gains.
The Army sends officers to Syracuse University to learn money management, arguing a margin is needed for national security. Wastefulness in military spending is common, but the Army acknowledges the issue and seeks internal controls to curb inefficiency and unscientific practices.
A quirky critique notes France plans to replace short present-day rails with half mile strands to save costs. The writer laments losing the old train clack, calling a railroad a road of iron and suggesting lawmakers have hearts of iron if drama and travel spirit are dulled by frequent halts.
In Jacksonville a white man and four Black men dueled over a love rivalry on the front lawn of a mixed district landlady. Two men died Mack Carr 59 and William Wilson 69. Chief Flynn cited undetermined cause and no witnesses to the actual incident.
A compact solution key for a mixed across and down word puzzle. It lists clues and expected fills such as Roast of lamb, Hires, Harvests, Black, Skin orifice, Snoop, Citrus fruit, Russian city, Chocolate milk, Landed property, Compass point, Row, Honey, Violent reaction, Fruit drink, Small island, Feline, German articles, Let it stand, Trimming, Dash, Soft drink, Engine noises, Part in a play, Entertained, Babylonian god, Communion plate, etc. The entry set includes citations for many common crossword words and their clue topics.
James Marlow argues the Guatemala invasion is a limited, unclear clash with both sides withholding losses. He notes 5,000 invaders versus a 6,000 strong government force, plus 2,000 tons of arms aiding the government and possible peasant mobilization. He warns a Communist victory would strengthen Moscow allies and harm U.S. aims in Latin America.
Dr Edwin P Jordan notes that modern child health gains stem from clean water and food, milk stations, and infant clinics reducing diarrheal deaths. Improved nutrition, vaccination against diphtheria, and advances in diagnosing and treating congenital heart disease enable many affected individuals to live normal lifespans.
A terse notice notes septic water and sewage foundation footings. It lists Anderson 775 or Fields lines and references Cal 577. The brief item records site work details and involved parties in a municipal or construction notice context.
The item notes Mark Twain's playful stock reply to snobbish claims about lineage. He would joke that his grandfather was cut down in the prime of life and his grandmother quipped he might be alive if killed 18 minutes earlier.
An essay on optimism in Christianity contrasts pessimism in other cultures with Christian hope. Observations cover sunlit June weather, fear of hard times after drought, and a mother’s cancer, plus a parable about Sat Tal birds. Ends with an affirmation and publication credits.
One way to show you care is by asking about a friend's family. Inquire after Sue's mother when she returns home and ask Jin's father about his health when you see Jin again. By setting aside personal concerns to attend to others we demonstrate genuine friendship.
Notice of claim day for Marina W. Frazier estate in Jefferson County Illinois August 2 1954 claims must be filed by that date. Guy A Woot administrator with will annexed DeWitt and Woodruff Mt Vernon Illinois. Sealed bids due July 6 1954 for one rubber tired tractor road disc and 24 inch discs from Mt Vernon city clerk. Hearing July 9 1954 7 30 PM Jefferson County Board of School Trustees. City of Nason Illinois wells open hazards must be filled within 30 days Louise McGovern city clerk. Notice of claim day for Harvey L Hart estate August 2 4 1954 claims may be filed without summons Leonard J Donn attorney West Frankfort Illinois.
On June 12 1954 a petition was filed with the Jefferson County Board of School Trustees signed by two thirds of the Territory voters proposing to detach from Black School District No 78 and annex to Summnersville School District No 79. The territory described includes Section 15 NE quarter of Section 15 NE quarter.
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