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Newspaper
Petal Paper
Location
Petal, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1957
Page
2
A 1957 article notes growing auto tags declaring Mississippi The Most Lied About State In The Union. It observes the trend and states that the lies are not confined to out-of-state sources.
A satirical 1955 Mississippi editorial argues to replace the Magnolia with a progressive crawfish as state symbol. It attacks opponents of segregation and the educational amendment, praises Citizens Councils, and mocks Hodding Carter and Joel Blass while endorsing a restrictive voting regime and a future political machine. It portrays state leaders as guardians of progress and warns against dissent as backward.
In Wonderland a large iron pot at the midway entrance transforms sugar into spun sugar with astonishing profit. The spectacle of puffed confections fills the Delta scene as merchants boast high returns. A dialogue line suggests choosing candy or an apple instead.
A trained animal presented at the Forrest County courthouse last Friday entertained citizens council members and spoke on racial integration problems. The performer, known in WCC circles, is a college trained lion with a notable literary and fraternal background, including claims of a best selling book and Shriner involvement. The act featured claims of college education, authorship, and church activity, and the animal was identified as Doctor W. M. Caskey of Mississippi College, Clinton, Mississippi.
The Petal Paper apologizes for omitting a fact in Mr. Componenn Nean derthal's news release. He may appoint Dr. Nelson or, if unavailable, Dr. Caskey as manager for his forthcoming campaign while stressing the need to maintain their way of life.
A speaker describes a satirical medical theory the empty gourd school. He casts snake oil as the addiction and outlines a bitter mixture of virtues as a cure. The piece critiques patient denial and the doctor–patient dynamic while vowing personal reform and seeking a cure for his daughter.
A dated letter reveals a Southern man narrating white supremacy, segregation, and distrust of Black people while acknowledging flaws in his upbringing. He mentions country building, Indian history, and progressivism, promising to "unlearn" earlier beliefs and asking his mother to share regards with Uncle Remus. He asserts God’s will sustains racial separation in the South.
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