This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 26 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1949
Page
4
In a dramatic Dr George W Crane column a wife describes her husband Fritz aged 49 turning irrationally temperamental. She cites sudden tantrums accusing her of adultery ripping dresses tearing furniture and even damaging a vacuum cord while asking if these are typical of male menopause.
A diarist chronicles an unsettled schedule disrupted by doctor visits and a minor toe injury. She plans a picnic with two fryers, stocks supplies, and imagines a screened porch dining area for next summer, finding pleasure in planning as well as doing.
A San gamon county Young Republican group urges legalizing gambling to fund state government, adopting a formal resolution. Critics warn legalized gambling breeds lawlessness and corruption, hurts working families financially, and is inequitable compared with other taxes. The editorial mocks the youth group’s lack of experience.
Vice President Alben Barkley, a Kentucky gentleman, assisted his female companion onto a plane in St Louis before a trip to Paducah for the airport dedication. A younger man might have yelled to hurry. A farmer admitted cribbing corn but denied cheating the government.
The article explains Soviet radio jamming of Voice of America signals and the need for more funding. It notes the Kremlin’s effort to block American broadcasts, while the US seeks $7.5 million plus $11.5 million more to expand VOA reach and wavelengths. It emphasizes American engineering and calls for more support.
A reflective column describes a tense age with short cigar ash phrases and a young boy eager to push a lawn mower though still too small to mow. The piece blends social mood with domestic detail about daily life and childhood curiosity.
Suspicions spread that two high ranking officers aided 50 percenters in contract talks prompting Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson to suspend them pending investigation. President Truman backed military aide Harry Vaughan despite growing allegations, with later information suggesting deeper implications.
The writer speculates that President Truman may change or keep his stance toward General Vaughan. It notes Truman’s stubbornness may stop him from taking decisive action and suggests only a public assertion that he will not be advised how to run his duty.
The navy objects to Admiral Byrd's proposed Antarctic voyage citing economy concerns, a concern linked to the admiral's brother Senator Byrd who favors restraint on spending.
Ezra Van Horn resigns from the three member coal miners welfare fund board while Senator Bridges plans to quit. John L. Lewis could become sole trustee, sparking questions of union dominance as hearings allege Lewis has a monopoly over wages and indirectly coal prices and mine operation days.
A column argues cautious use of insecticide bombs noting limited supply, risk of waste, and potential for better long term control through patience and non chemical methods. It warns against unauthorized use by children and favors discussion of pros and cons before installation.
A collage of brief items notes Cohen telephone tapping rumors, Truman and Marshall jokes, General Baker’s mislocated grave and Baker’s career, historic records, and a riff on vintage recordings. The piece weaves pop culture, history, and travel glimpses with casual asides and trivia.
A narrator admits a rival neighbor who studies seed catalogs and soils, while they lag behind in garden upkeep. They recognize failing to improve soil, experiment with sprays, and learn from the neighbor, yet wait as the rival vacations after Labor Day, leaving the narrator to fend for themselves and harvest from what is available.
A poem from Washington Post by R. H. Grenville describes a cold wind across a windy bay. Red leaves fall as the day fades and a single star seems to write finis to it all.
The United States is the hardest market to enter and survival hinges on cutting costs and prices rather than salesmanship. British buyers depend on American willingness to buy from Britain, and both nations must be partners and co investors in a sane, healthy world.
Four past presidents of the American Bar Association back Tom C. Clark for the Supreme Court vacancy while in 1916 seven ABA presidents opposed Louis D. Brandeis. The contrasts highlight differing views on civil rights and judicial philosophy before the Senate Judiciary Committee as Brandeis’ revered tenure is noted.
A psychiatrist discusses how men and women experience menopause differently, noting husbands often project anger onto wives and fear sexual decline. The piece links male insecurity to accusations, surveillance, and abuse, urging readers to request a bulletin on impotence prevention.
Bernard M. Baruch, age 79, jokes his doctor says he may live well past 100 unless harmed. He rules out a birthday party. Mayor O Dwyer announces a new Lower East Side public housing project will be named Baruch Houses in honor of his father Dr Simon Baruch.
Dorothy Thompson argues that postwar Germany shows widespread apathy and distrust of nationalist appeals. She notes a vacuum in leadership, with Social Democrats and others competing in nationalist rhetoric, but Germans doubt promises and judge by daily reality. The Bonn constitution and personal dwelling protections are questioned as daily violations persist.
Hollywood August 19 AP Mack Sennett says the feminine beach costume may become lipstick rouge and a hair ribbon. He notes women and perhaps men are moving toward nudism, recalling raids and ruler measurements of legs. He cites sun suits in cities and plunging necklines as evidence, while not advocating nudism.
The passage portrays a fragmented Western Germany split into 11 states with large government structures and self serving democratic elites. It critiques Allied praise for currency reform while condemning profiteering by manufacturers and black market activities in LR.O. camps, leaving ordinary people stripped of their life savings.
An observer abandons faith and hope and longs for truth and stability rather than nationalism or democracy. He seeks an exemplary German model to emulate but finds none. The piece contrasts idealized ideals with the absence of a worthy example.
As pennant races heat in the two MLB leagues, cities without teams like Baltimore face mixed views. Health educators favor citizen participation in sports over spectator pro baseball, while sports crowds lament the lack of a local major league club in a city larger than St. Louis and Cincinnati.
The text notes a speaker urging self awareness and appearance changes to fit social expectations for summer 1959. He advises trimming the waist, achieving an overall tan, and practicing "getting along without pockets" to blend into the social scene.
A runaway grain truck roared through Laramie on August 19 injuring five people and damaging nine cars and two buildings. The wreckage caused about 30 000 dollars in damage on Main Street.
The piece argues schools waste time and money on team sports such as baseball football and basketball. It notes few adults join these sports after graduation and advocates more instruction in individual activities like golf tennis swimming and bowling to foster lifelong participation.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.