20 Jun 1963
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Newspaper
Port Angeles Evening News
Location
Port Angeles, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1963
Page
1
Police describe James Botnen's crash as a timely reminder of traffic safety for young bicyclists. Lt R Harley Bishop notes the boy's injuries from a collision with a pickup highlight risks as school ends. Adults should supervise and reinforce bicycle rules all summer.
Across the United States wages and salaries rise while dividends and corporate profits hit new highs. Retailers, savings institutions, and housing builders report stronger activity, with auto and appliance sales up as home construction accelerates. Britain sees reduced Soviet jamming of BBC Russian broadcasts, and a new oral contraceptive named Volidap hits Britain’s market with patient-friendly fertility control.
Letter writers dissect Arnold Toynbee and his work, noting his wartime propganda links, later erudition, and shifting views on communism and notable figures. they contrast his influence with calls for classroom discussion and government planning in shaping society. West Coast readers Lloyd and Dering weigh liberty versus control, urging scrutiny of Toynbee and modern governance.
Berkeley AP report cites two psychiatrists at the California School on Alcoholism noting the United States grows more alcoholic. Dr Hardin B Jones cites 160 million gallons of spirits, 90 million barrels beer, 150 million gallons wine annually. He says 2 million Americans drink a fifth daily, with about 4,000 official alcoholism deaths and up to 12,000 deaths yearly from alcohol.
The Supreme Court this week barred states from requiring Bible readings or prayer in public schools, tying the decision to the Fourteenth Amendment and the First Amendment. The long legal journey traces back to limitations on government support for religion and sporadic state practices over decades. The analysis covers historical milestones from Madison to 14th Amendment guarantees and notes the ruling could affect many states.
A collection of brief notes from Port Angeles dated June 20 covering the Odd Fellows float plan, local injuries, a bootlegging conviction, berry festival plans, a fire at 1015 W. 9th, a Roosevelt pledge, naval firing practice, a Scout hike, a 7–6 local baseball win, and a large Chinook catch. Also included: county road project, air attack drill, resignations, a garbage dump request, Navy Mothers Flag Day program, and a landmark school case discussion on church state separation and religious instruction rulings with Civil War echoes.
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