20 Jun 1959
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Newspaper
Seymour Daily Tribune
Location
Seymour, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1959
Page
1
Editorial notes statehood fever in U S possessions with Puerto Rico at the forefront. It argues cultural differences fade after Hawaii and cites Governor Luis Muñoz contrasting views, economic gains since 1940, and fears higher taxes ruin revival.
Indiana survey of 146 cities shows Friday night now the peak shopping period with 50 communities open only on Fridays and 49 only on Saturdays while 26 report both. Wednesday is the midweek shopping day in 65 communities and overall trends point to broader centralization in economics and politics.
Washington notes James W. Riddleberger begins as ICA head after a week on the job. He outlines Greek aid success under the Truman doctrine and U S support, noting Greece remains a bulwark against Communist expansion while funding levels evolve.
The Daily Bible Thought excerpt cites Psalms 1 1 and urges choosing a righteous path over sinful company. It notes that escaping unhappy influence offers an alternative delight and guidance through faith and service.
A confident Indiana high school all-star squad led by Kokomo’s Jimmy Rayl and Indianapolis Shortridge’s Bo Crain prepares for the Indiana Kentucky basketball series in Freedom Hall Louisville. The game benefits the blind in Kentucky and southern Indiana with 8:30 p.m. CDT tipoff. The Indiana lineup includes Rayl, Ray Pavy, Sylvester Coalman, Larry McIntyre, and Pete Auksel, while Kentucky counters with Melear, Bradley, Berrye, Doyle, and Stout. Bob Barton of Covington Holmes is ineligible due to a recent amateur status ruling. The Indiana squad stays in Louisville overnight before returning Sunday and resuming practice for the second game June 27 at Butler Fieldhouse. Willie Mays leads the NL in stolen bases with 31.
The Seymour Reds host Scottsburg in a crucial Tri County league clash Sunday at Gaiser diamond at 2 p m. Both clubs share the league lead as the season tightens.
Nichter's Insurance edged Manufacture 9-7 in the sixth inning to break a 7-7 tie and held on 9-7 as Sunoco rallied to beat Shirt Factory 11-9 in a tense late‑game comeback. Key hits included Ron Nowling's four bagger for Nichter's and Jeffers two doubles for Sunoco.
Friday results show Baltimore beat Kansas City 8 2 and Detroit defeated Washington 6 4 in 11 innings while New York edged Cleveland 3 2. Chicago and Boston rain postponed. Sunday games list Cleveland at New York Detroit at Washington Chicago at Boston Kansas City at Baltimore. Monday card has New York at Kansas City only game scheduled.
Sam Jones dominates after three innings as the Giants rally in the 10th. Jackie Brandt delivers a two run single to lift San Francisco past Milwaukee 4 3 and take a half game lead. Jones improves to 8 6 with key relief in the comeback.
Fresh as a daisy skin care claim promises instant drying and infection relief. The ad urges trying T-4-L for severe cases and notes availability at Cox's with a 48 hour back-from-purchase guarantee.
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