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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1951
Page
4
A Senate move to cut 625 new cars and eliminate chauffeurs for 30 federal agencies is praised as economy. The piece jokes about painting government cars yellow and urges broader cuts, warning against any sign of leniency and urging stern discipline for spending projects.
In a briefing from Eniwetok Air Force Gen Elwood R Quesada notes that post blast radiation effects are greatly overstated and no ill effects appeared in personnel entering the blast zone minutes after detonation. Brig Gen James Cooney adds that high altitude bursts would leave no radiation, easing civil defense fears of long lasting contamination.
Dispatches from Paris note strong De Gaulle position as communists protest electoral law. Queuille plans to step down citing ill health while moderates hold the majority. Labor unrest looms, but public sympathy for Red strikes appears limited as France eyes a potential rightward rally.
The piece argues roll calls waste substantial time in Congress and notes Edison’s 1870s invention of automatic roll call machines. It compares House and Senate procedures, discusses quorum calls, and suggests that an automated system would speed proceedings though it might curb recorded votes on contentious issues.
Davis California editors blame the British Labour Government for a failed African poultry scheme and a weekly hen-portion in England. Meyersdale Pennsylvania writers fault government meddling regimentation and high taxes for spiraling prices and costly living.
A guide for parents and teachers on building a relaxed atmosphere to encourage smiles. It emphasizes looking others in the eyes, cultivating humor, and modeling easygoing behavior, noting laughter should be genuine and not self mockery. Children respond to warm, calm environments.
Edgar A. Guest reflects on the gravity of shame and the duty to keep promises. He notes the value of a steadfast name, warns against laughing at others or one’s own mistakes, and urges living up to responsibilities as time changes.
Cambridge reports Warren R Austin says 53 nations answered Korean aggression with a free spontaneous response. New York quotes Hednte Massing predicting underground communist actions. New York psychologist George B Vetter suggests practicing a hymn as a bomb panic preparation.
Marquis Childs warns that the growth of bureaucratic decree threatens American constitutional rights. He cites Justice Jackson's opinion on communist conspiracy cases and cautions that vast centralization can erode law and press freedom, urging defense of foundational freedoms.
Mayor Haven and Police Chief Hanna announce two existing laws will be enforced this summer. Cyclists who ride passengers on handlebars or crossbars will be stopped, fines may rise if it continues. Firecracker use and throwing crackers from cars are illegal and can injure, with penalties impacting behavior in the community. Citizens share responsibility to uphold the law.
A Bennett Cerf item notes MGM executives strained by global tensions as a commissary necktie and shoelace removal joke circulates. Harry Kurnitz, in Wilshire Boulevard misadventure, is nabbed for running a red light with a dramatic companion. Soviet Supreme Council backs Stalin as Premier.
State Police note dangers at intersections and highways while Barbara Moore Pataleewa, 50, of London, asserts she lives on air and water, believes she is as strong as a man, and predicts living to 150 despite aging.
Paul Gallico nibbles at TV advertising a piece on how different commercials affect him. He mocks repeated catchphrases and parasitic interruptions, notes Dave Garroway’s gentle sales approach, and laments uniform car spots and sponsor clutter.
A West Hartlepool tale of six collies owned by George Roberts being unable to identify which dog bit Ernest Raddle. The magistrates order Roberts to keep the biting dog under control, leaving the decision to him. The anecdote mirrors how people judge others and ourselves.
A devotional note quotes Hebrews 10 23 urging believers to hold fast to their faith without wavering because God is faithful to his promises. The brief reflection emphasizes steadfast trust and perseverance in Christian belief.
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