18 Sep 1958
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Newspaper
Petal Paper
Location
Petal, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1958
Page
1
A Mississippi speaker jokes about receiving monthly funds from Moscow to subvert the southern way of life. He notes the recent arrivals in Confederate money and quips that its par value has fallen, implying readers have studied southern history.
A film featuring Brigitte Bardot drew harsh words from a self described aging fan who disparages Bardot’s acting and appearance while praising Greta Garbo. The reviewer insists Garbo offers more substance than Bardot and scoffs at the era’s emphasis on physical displays over craft.
A North Carolina editor advocates a plan to promote race mixing in public facilities drawing praise from Congressman James Roosevelt. Roosevelt cited the scheme in the Congressional Record. the piece notes Roosevelt praised Harry Golden for his plan to mix drinks at fountains. The note claims the idea envisions signs reading Out Of Order over white fountains and argues against mixing races.
A critique of Professor Redding's book on Negro racial leaders notes the author's personal warmth and clear biases. The reviewer complains of minimal detachment and portrays Louis as virtuous while Williams as villainous, predicting discomfort for Louis if he reads it. Continued on Page 2.
A column by Karl Wiesenburg argues the state legislature reflects democracy in action with honest, courageous members who defend lost causes despite relentless hounding and jeering. The piece labels the legislature as benevolent tyranny and notes continued discussion on page two.
Alfred Nobel founded the Peace Prize and dynamite transformed industry yet the most explosive force today is printer's ink. It can ignite ideas with lasting impact, shaping minds more than atomic power, and ideals the Nobel Prize honors through disciplined use of writing. Dun's Review.
A satirical overview contrasts modern painting with poetry. It cites reactions to Gregory Corso in Europe, including an Oxford reading that prompted violent hostility and puzzled responses. The piece mocks critics who reject avant garde art while praising Corso’s bomb themed performance.
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