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Newspaper

Petal Paper

Location

Petal, Mississippi, United States of America

Date

Sep 03, 1959

Page

2

Mississippi voter critique over Barnett Faubus praise anger

A East Side reader questions August 25 election due to Governor-elect Barnett praising Arkansas Governor Faubus. The letter alleges Faubus aided a Communist anti American campaign and predicts Mississippi will move backward into darkness under Barnett. The writer says optimism is unlikely and laments the state's direction.

Barnett Mr. Faubus Arkansas Mississippi

Mary Myers quotes Paul B. Sears on science’s destiny

A note from Mary Myers in Los Angeles includes a Sears quote about science’s aim to enable man to walk upright without fear in a world he will understand. She adds that she highly regards the statement and hopes it is understood.

Mary Myers Los Angeles Paul B. Sears Mr. Sears

Morning Report on Republican Candidate Qualities

Orrin Alfred in San Francisco cites Abe Mellinkoff's Chronicle piece listing Ike's ideal president traits: vigorous, straight-forward, honest, courageous, experienced, and trustworthy. The note adds loyalty, helpfulness, friendliness, courtesy, kindness, obedience, cheerfulness, thrift, bravery, cleanliness, reverence, Boy Scout dues paid, and being a strong vote-getter.

Orrin Alfred San Francisco Abe Mellinkoff Chronicle Mellinkoff Ike Fe K

Book Review of Drury and Senate Life

The reading shows Drury’s portrayal of figures like Felix Frankfurter Drew Pearson Wayne Morse and Herblock as unkind heartless and ruthless. As the President dies the scene depicts public figures with stark judgments and shifting political tensions. The novel shifts from philosopher to reporter revealing insight into the Senate and its inner dynamics.

Washington Drury Felix Frankfurter Drew Pearson Wayne Morse Herblock South Carolina Hec Uc Senate Somer Citele

Readers Letters Grow Long From Readers to Editor

A long letter from Joseph Gerle of Roslyn, Palbear recalling belief in life after death and urging open mindedness. He praises Roosevelt while criticizing Roe velt's portrayal and laments editor censorship. He reflects on editor letters, ambitions, and the value of truth and harmony.

U.S.A Hell Leffingwell Washington Roevelt Roosevelt Devil

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