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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1963
Page
4
Our Editorials argue that nuclear threats are self created. Cartoons portray the H Bomb as a monster, yet mankind holds the power to confront and resolve the self made danger without surrendering to defeatism. Diplomacy remains essential despite Cold War tensions.
Democrats have enjoyed Senate leadership with a 67 to 8 edge but in 1964 Republicans gain ground. With 25 Democrats up next year and nine Republicans, GOP hopes range 8 to 20 seats unless Kennedy wins decisively. Barry Goldwater, possible bid for president, may delay re election. Southern Democrats face internal opposition. Stennis may face Barnett primary challenge.
The social committee ponders a humorous dancing party titled Up on the city for Farm Bureau members in silly costumes. A Washington crop dusting crash report lists two cows and 38 people as casualties or near capacity. Dillon calls for a two step tax cut while discussing political views and a Birch Society misgivings.
Spain’s Franco regime grants a measure of autonomy to its West African possessions, seen as conciliatory to new African nations and as a nudge to Portugal to loosen control over Angola and Mozambique. Franco privately urges Portuguese premier Salazar to ease colonial policies amid UN and African pressure.
Dave Felts notes the Reno divorce of Mrs Marshall Field Jr after a 15 minute hearing. Judge reads a book about Marshall Field's store, while plaintiff was backed by three lawyers and two defended by others. Also mentions new books and Stan Musial retirement musings and Look Magazine critique of folk singing.
The 1963 to be released reports to McNamara weigh three carrier plans from 12 to 18 22 ships and determine if new carriers will be nuclear powered. The decision hinges on the future mix of attack and ASW ships and propulsion, with the Enterprise as a benchmark and a potential six reactor design under review.
A UK columnist contrasts 1937 and 1963 Britain, noting postwar optimism amid political clashes. He observes ease about large war risk, rising confidence in living a planned life, and shifts in leadership attitudes toward the Soviet Union and China, with Kennedy’s Cuba stance shaping Western strategy.
Reader Irma Goedecke of Chester criticizes Crab Orchard Lake law enforcement. She cites many first time violator tickets and $10 fines with no warnings, claiming clear signs and aggressive enforcement drive visitors away and hurt local business.
The Southern Miinoisan outlines policy for letters to the editor. Letters must be sand and confidential when withholding names is necessary for safety. Names may be withheld only if job or safety is at risk.
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