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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1952
Page
4
The text notes settlements in tax cases are now opened to the public officials and newspapers with a legitimate interest. It suggests Americans who pay taxes in full will study these settlements closely and recalls the term compromise with its specific connotations beyond its dictionary meaning.
Prime Minister Winston Churchill plans a U S visit in the spring of 1953. The briefing notes indicate the travel interest from the U S Bureau of the Budget and related officials. The item notes the anticipated diplomatic significance.
Gov Adlai Stevenson told American Legion delegates there are two patriotisms. The frenzied, clanging type used as a political club and the steady, tolerant devotion that tempers power with restraint. He urged balancing military strength with freedom and warned against militarism. He refrained from naming McCarthy directly, but all understood the reference.
A career criminal, unable to make ends meet due to rising prices, turns to hijacking Brink's trucks to fund his lifestyle. The move highlights economic strain driving crime activity and targets security-laden cash transports.
In the wake of 1951 revelations of corruption in the Bureau of Internal Revenue and justice agencies, concerns rise that tax compromises could involve bribery and influence. The piece urges a full investigation by the Truman administration, calls for cleansing the Democratic Party, and notes some settlements may have been lawful while others cost taxpayers millions.
A public service notice discusses radio networks possibly broadcasting a taped recording of a school bell. The excerpt emphasizes educational use and audience engagement for younger listeners.
Secretary of Agriculture Charles F. Brannan describes the insect situation as disturbing and urges action while addressing concerns about crops and pest control.
A Senate subcommittee report accuses waste fraud kickbacks and theft in North African air base projects. It argues the Army paid almost double for a rush job and delivered less than half a completed project while defense spending could be cut without harming security. President Truman urged closer scrutiny of all defense spending.
Gene Sarazen, named among golf's 10 greatest, argues modern players overanalyze and delay rounds. He notes British Open times of two to three hours per round vs four hours in the U S Open. Fans would enjoy faster play if pros stopped mental calculations and just hit the ball.
Political platform carpenters, with growing experience and finesse, are now applying their skills to cabinetmaking, pursuing a more meticulous craft beyond their public duties.
A spirited member of the local social set declares readiness to tackle the crowded stadium gates this summer in the face of anticipated traffic and long lines. Her confident stance reflects the group’s persistence and optimism for event day.
Mr. Billopp explains marigolds require careful seed bed care Regular watering and protection from sun and pests are essential Transplant seedlings to the border when large enough Weed regularly and avoid distractions from neighbors and chores Guard against weekend gardeners mistaking marigolds for weeds With proper care they should bloom by August and brighten homes before cut arrangements end in praise Yet hay fever affects nearby readers in the lament by Christopher Billopp.
A golf fan laments the habit of players spending excessive time lining up shots on fairways and greens. The piece notes that while pros display power and accuracy, the process of surveying shots slows play and irks spectators.
Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt's Native Dancer, a son of Polynesian and Discovery, shines for trainer Bill Winfrey at Saratoga. The colt won the Flash Stakes by two and a quarter lengths over Tiger Skin, his third victory and second stakes win, after an earlier April 23 Youthful Stakes triumph at Jamaica and a prior shin injury sidelining him.
A collection of light pieces on talking birds and bird walks in parks, a humorous dig at bird walkers, and a critique of advancing Eisenhower speech texts. The column also notes basement cleanup gains, a forthcoming release from the University of Illinois Press, and a tease about H Allen Smith.
Tokyo contends with two gambling issues at opposite ends of society. International gamblers allegedly used a Chinese restaurant for private games with high rollers gambling up to 100 pounds per spin. Separately Pachinko parlours draw massive time and money, with about 7,900 in Tokyo and 28,458 nationwide, equating to one machine per ninety Japanese, raising concerns over social and economic impact.
A critical look at roasting meat on spits versus ovens, praising even heat equalization through revolving spits. It notes the dirt and effort of open-fire gear, warns about maintenance and the challenge of finding a crank operator, and reflects on the nostalgia for kitchen stoves as outdoor pits fade from use.
Dr George W Crane advises that calm mental attitude helps childbirth. Case Catherine R recalls long labors and minimal meds, notes first contractions resemble menstrual cramps, later ones intensify but can be managed with stoicism and anesthesia when needed. Regular checkups, happy living, and avoiding worry are urged, with his bulletin available by mail.
General Eisenhower fails to "send them" at the Eastern campaign opener before the American Legion in Madison Square Garden. He tones down remarks amid a patient, polite audience, while supporters grow anxious for a show of strength. The piece notes political realities and pressures of a presidential campaign.
A Des Moines Register editorial laments a growing odor fixation in modern life. It cites soap scents aerosol products and a new fragrance claiming to mimic the interior of a Cadillac. The piece imagines future scents like eau de 1000 bill and yacht varnish.
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