08 Feb 1962
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Newspaper
Petal Paper
Location
Petal, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1962
Page
1
Obituary notes the death of writer G Gissing Vines in Degradation Mississippi. The piece mocks southern tastes, praises his controversial work, and recalls a controversial debut story. It hints at cultural debates shaping the region and Vines family background.
Book critic notes Frank J. Donner argues HUAC functions as an illegal law enforcement body. The 308 page study begins with the May 13 1960 San Francisco riot and traces the committee’s history, tactics, and collusion with hate groups, detailing its impact on individuals’ careers.
General Lucius Clay is seen as the U S boss in Berlin shaping cautious relations with the Soviet Union. The piece discusses the Berlin crisis and the tension between standing firm and seeking dialogue as Khrushchev’s actions spark debate on nuclear war risks and appeasement.
Dr. Robert Weems former dean of the Ole Miss school of business argues that by 1966 Mississippi whites will outnumber Negroes two to one. He cites historical ratios and warns of social and economic shifts if trends continue, noting losses of trained white youths and possible aging demographics.
The piece argues that youth's confidence and education foster an open mind essential to solving racial adjustment. It cautions against overconfidence and detachment while praising schooling for broadening experience and enabling better, more practical responses to progress.
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