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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1950
Page
4
A Worlh Clinic discussion on selecting wall art for homes and offices. Emphasizes using intrinsic interest paintings, avoiding fruit bowls and modernist chaos, and framing children’s art to boost interest. Horizon scenes act as mental windows to reduce tension, while large rooms allow portraits or animals. Avoid nudes and sexual stimulation for youth.
The Soviet Union delegate Jakob Malik, presiding officer for August, is viewed as expendable by Moscow and Washington. He failed to secure a peace in Korea or recognition for the Communist regime, stalled council actions, and likely will be recalled when rotation brings a new chair.
Store managers eye ceiling and column specs as Christmas decorations near. The report mentions unnamed Egyptian swimmers in the English Channel, noting Fatty Farouk is not among them nor the current favored dancing girl.
The crew sport returns to Amherst College after an absence of 75 years, signaling a potential transformation of campus life and the barber industry serving students and staff.
The piece argues against waiting for a major fire to prompt action. It urges proactive inspections of fire hazards and equipment before schools reopen and the heating season begins. It cautions against post disaster warnings and stresses timely safety measures to prevent future tragedies.
Johnson predicts the Korean conflict may extend to about February. Marines are warned to stay disciplined to protect Pentagon logistics. A cleancut quip and a dental anecdote are included alongside news of a toothpowder with penicillin and a retiree questioning its effect on dental plates.
Robert Sherwood, Pulitzer Prize winner and former Roosevelt aide, spoke at the International Congress of the Pen in Edinburg Scotland. He condemned Russian politics and warned Stalinists would not precipitate a new world war. Two writers left in protest over his remarks.
The article quotes opinions on international affairs, contrasting Ervine's sharp rebuke with Sherwood's prose. It notes a preference for Sherwood's interpretation and signals anticipation of his future analyses on global events.
A playful line of wordplay links Farouk the Fat spending in Deauville to strain on the Nile banks. Meanwhile a St. Louis army reserve unit managing occupied cities runs a practice called Sanlu. Illinois cities are staging operation Snafu as well.
Charles Luckman former Lever Brothers president and Illinois alumnus who rose as a toothpaste and cosmetics figure resigns from Lever after London policy rift. He plans to partner with a classmate in an architectural firm and has visited Washington meeting with President Truman about his move back to architecture.
A report notes Oliver Twist as a nominee for head of the Loyal Order of Moose, a choice that will test paragraph writers who may fail the forbearance test. The item hints at controversy without detailing specific outcomes or reactions.
A lighthearted note on the blistering heat making it hard to open the back door without brushing against skin. The speaker imagines a simple change that would ease the daily discomfort and bring a small moment of relief.
Mr Billopp argues that fly screens fail if left open and invites flies and mosquitoes into homes. He notes windows and screen doors are frequently left ajar during conversations or routine chores, creating a false sense of security. He urges having a fly swatter and citronella as a second defense.
The Milwaukee Journal argues Congress should authorize a committee to watch the so called 5 per centers in Washington. Representative Scrivner cites how wartime contract demands invite the racket, though Hoey committee reforms largely reduced it. The piece warns the practice remains persistent and urges continued scrutiny to protect businessmen.
Eleanor Roosevelt discovered books of poetry in Campobello New Brunswick and lamented modern neglect of serious poetry for children. The column reflects on reading aloud, old American poets, and the writer's small daily anecdotes about yard work tomatoes and chickens.
A New York Times reviewer labels the film Noah’s Ark a chaotic, tasteless French import. The scene centers on a decrepit houseboat with wandering companions, while the critic questions the film’s artistic merit and the value of a foreign tag.
The piece notes multiple spellings for Malik the Soviet U N Security Council representative and contrasts them with Charles Malik of Lebanon. It discusses Russian to English transliteration, German Jakob, and English Jacob usage in reference to leaders like Stalin.
A newly developed Russian tree grows at double pace and yields four times the usual wood, a fact noted by a Kansas City Star columnist. The story hints at propagandists using such claims to push broader narratives.
Former Illinois football coach Bob Zuppke weighs his two favorite Harolds, Pogue and Grange, and may skip voting in November.
Top military leaders are briefed on a new U N policy to conquer all of Korea and establish a democratic republic with elections and a party system. The plan departs from returning to the 38th parallel and reflects State department proposals under War ren Austin and White House pressure.
As election approaches President Truman faces morale problems within his party amid disputes over war aims and foreign policy. Democrats urge stronger leadership from Truman and advocates like Harriman push for clearer defense of Acheson and Johnson, while critics accuse Johnson of fueling Republican attacks with belligerent statements.
The speaker outlines a worrisome plan to democratize Asia through occupation, labor unions, and cooperatives, with aims to install U S versions of democracy. It cautions that Koreas conquest would rely on vast sacrifice and risk alienating allies like the United Nations.
The speaker argues forces will confront Red China in Manchuria and near Soviet Russia within 50 miles and claims the plan ignores outbreaks inspired by Russia far from Korea. They say Kremlin smiles at the tactic as it drains American strength and serves Soviet aims.
In Los Angeles, searchlights used as bargain and specials beacons draw shoppers from hot-dog stands to housing developments. Film-Ad Corp. popularized renting lights after adaptions from film premiers, coaxing customers into stores. The tactic helped shift shopping nights from Saturday to Friday.
Frank Sinatra, fresh from six Atlantic flights and a Palladium engagement in London, is back in Hollywood briefly. He praises England's Princess Margaret and plans a new television and radio career while preparing for further travel and performances.
Bertram Benedict surveys the 30th anniversary of ratification of the 19th Amendment, recalling the varied arguments against national women suffrage. He cites state rights, Wilson era positions, militant picketing, religious and social objections, and fears of destabilizing home life and roles.
The text argues against guilt by association in politics, noting Bolshevik support for women voting would not justify denying women the vote in the United States. It suggests Americans eventually rejected such logic as missing the big picture and accepted women’s suffrage on its own merits.
Frankie Valle describes England's younger princess as witty and fashionable, predicting she would be a smash in the United States. He notes her taste in ballad records and a liking for the film On the Town. Valle met the Duke of Edinburgh and plans a TV show in New York. He will make a film next June and may return to MGM, saying he asked for release years earlier for TV freedom.
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