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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1952
Page
4
The piece warns of perceived Soviet infiltration of the Boy Scouts and argues for strict disarmament policing. It compares job hardships across professions and contemplates atomic weapon use in Korea while noting no commitments to germ warfare. The author cites Delegate Cohen’s direct Kremlin address and suggests Russians will interpret the message accordingly.
Governor Adlai Stevenson in his first major nominating speech argues a principle of local government with federal backing when states fail. He warns against rising Washington power, urging removal of causes for federal overreach rather than merely limiting federal reach. He appeals to both parties to accept shared responsibility.
A playful note on a late musician avoiding the conductor and on headlines that mislead by fine print hinting whether old Baldy refers to a hill or a political candidate.
The piece argues the U S faces a critical engineer shortage with an estimated 50 000 needed and only 20 000 likely to graduate next June It calls for programs to attract youth to engineering while warning against a proposed draft policy that would give special status to engineers The author asserts general conscription should apply equally and stresses hiring and education reforms over selective drafting
The article notes a counselor advises a girl to present a cheerful front on dates. It adds that a sweater is helpful and comments on delivery of hot asphalt for highways in two-ton thermous jugs on wheels.
Dr. Mohammed Mossadegh the Iranian premier faces a possible loss of power as he begs Britain for funds to avert a slide toward communism. He claims 50 million pounds from Anglo Iranian Oil Co while Britain doubts Iran’s legal entitlement. The United States fears communist encroachment and urges a settlement to keep Iran allied with the free world.
A critic notes the star’s acting fall short of his norm while a fan’s remark hints the performer’s reputation as weak. Tomato prices reach eight fifty per bushel prompting a gardener to compare costs. The two major party presidential candidates share a view on avoiding any Truman label.
The United States nears a disarmament stance, insisting it will not disarm in exchange for promises. Cohen states the U S reserves right to use weapons if needed, framing the note as not a threat but a position on safeguards amid Red propoganda concerns.
The article notes a woman’s belief that a super six has seven cylinders, highlighting her limited knowledge of automobiles and engines. It presents a humorous misunderstanding of automotive terminology and engine design.
A New York case shows a Marine corporal painted lemons on his car to vent three months of trouble with a purchase. The piece argues dealers and manufacturers owe buyers value or refunds, noting the current sellers' market will reverse.
J P Marquand created The Late George Apley long ago and his demise spared him from hearing Gov Paul Dever of Boston deliver the Democratic convention keynote, a jab noted by readers.
A mystery surrounds a truck delivering tools and materials to a house with neighbors guessing back porch, wing, or playroom. The piece argues for a visible sign to spare neighbors from speculation and wasted time while owners renovate privately.
A lighthearted column recalls a station prize cue about mothballs in a mail box to deter wasps, a Greek life initiation memory near campus, and a wandering camper letter hunt. It notes witty radio bits by Bob and Ray, a stoker ad warning, and reflections on King Farouk pictures and Jordan stories.
The U S Navy treasure a letter received aboard a destroyer from a large book club. It informs the wardroom mess the subscription is about to run out. The letter is addressed to Mr Wardroom Mess and begins Dear Mr Mess in a witty note.
Stevenson forms an eight man Brain Trust plus Mrs India Edwards creating a nine member advisory group with women in the majority. The Illinois State Fair judged the Grand Champion Bull amid political chatter on advisory panels and policy outcomes.
Beulah B a Baptist Sunday school teacher recalls a 75 person factory party where only she voted against liquor. The boss ridiculed her with tomato juice while others followed the vociferous minority. The piece urges courage to stand up to mob pressure.
Editorial notes ecumenical efforts to fuse denominations into one universal church amid ongoing sectarian divides. Projects include Episcopal Methodist merger and Baptist Congregationalist unions while African American and Jewish groups show different levels of unity. The National Council of Churches links 29 denominations in a 32 million member union, but fundamentalist factions resist mergers and close cooperation.
The United States tax court allowed a doctor to deduct an $8500 loss from a Spanish prisoner scam as a theft deduction while a Californian who paid police to operate slot machines faced income tax on the payment. The column notes quirky tax implications and asks whether the system truly punishes or rewards enterprise.
Across the nation reports of strange shapes and green fireballs renew interest in flying saucers. Scientists cite weather balloons aircraft clouds birds meteors or misperceptions as explanations for 80 of 1 500 cases since 1947 while others offer laboratory recreations radar effects and atmospheric mirages as possible causes. Some still entertain the idea of visitors from space despite practical objections.
The piece argues the Korean War reveals U S failures as prisoners of war become captors of their own men. It blames top generals for missteps in Dodd and Coulson cases, cites propaganda, and notes Nam Il leveraging Geneva Convention issues amid ongoing fighting.
An editorial in the St Louis Post Dispatch notes President Truman urging Americans to vote, compares U S turnout with Belgium Italy Great Britain Sweden France Japan and West Germany, and asks if turnout will fall below 50 percent in the upcoming election or match Japan.
The notorious gangster Frank Costello will be restricted to spending $10 per month while imprisoned. The remark about lighting cigars with $1 bills is noted as a colorful aside.
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