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Newspaper

Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1956

Page

3

Editorial: Free World Alliances and UN Cooperation

The editorial argues for integrated Free World coalitions beyond NATO to cover global interests. It discusses Dulles and Lloyd proposals for unilateral action and a supra parliament, urging closer coordination among alliances like NATO, SEATO, and OAS, and greater European-global balance under UN spirit.

Dulles United States NATO America Lloyd Free World Europe Britain France OAS Americas Mr. Lloyd United Nations

Freedom For The Poles Marks Subtle Shift In Soviet Ties

A swift Warsaw Moscow pact on move ments of Russian troops signals limited but real gains for Gomulka against Moscow. Troop numbers and locations must be mutually agreed with government approval, and troops cannot be used for political pressure. The USSR can break the pact, yet its existence marks a notable shift from prior postwar ties.

Poland Soviet Union Warsaw Moscow Gomulka Yugoslavia Tito Europe Hungary Free World Russia Germany Shepilov Zhukov

Britain aims to mend ties with U S costs in Suez

London seeks amicable relations with Washington but balks at what it calls exorbitant costs. Eden's government shows no admission of error over the Suez move, fearing political retaliation from the opposition and abroad. Selwyn Lloyd defends Britain's Egypt attack in a radio interview after a cordial Dulles meeting. The piece notes possible damage to Ancre understanding and Conservative im credibility.

London Washington Eden Suez Selwyn Lloyd Dulles Britain Egypt British Tales Party

Crop Report Reveals Record 1956 U S Farm Output

The 1956 crop report shows U S farmers harvested far fewer acres than in 1936 yet produced a record quantity due to mechanization fertilizers and better methods Despite drought and planting limits output remained high But income lagged behind overall economy highlighting the need to revisit farm policy and Benson as secretary and Congress committees are urged to act

U. S Eisenhower Truman Agriculture Department United States Secretary of Agriculture Benson Agriculture Committees Congress

Coleman Biographer Aims to Correct Lincoln Record

Dr Charles H Coleman of Eastern Illinois State College writes a definitive biography of Thomas Lincoln to counter unfair portrayals in the Abraham Lincoln saga. He cites research on Thomas and Sarah Johnson Lincoln and promotes Sarah Bush Lincoln as a surviving mother.

Charles H. Coleman Eastern Ilinois State College Abraham Lincoln Ruth Painter Randall Thomas Lincoln Coleman Woodrow Wilson Lincoln Dr. Coleman Charleston Coles County Lincolniana Thomas Sarah Johnson Lincoln Lincoln Herald Sarah Bush Lincoln Dorothea M. Coleman EISC Thomasincoln

Poland rebuilds under Gomulka Lange plan despite strain

A Western-aimed profile of Poland's postwar recovery under Gomulka and economist Lange. It notes rebuilt industry, doubled coal output, rural shifts, and the challenge of scarce foreign credits. Lange advocates a selective Five Year Plan to raise farm output and modernize consumer goods while seeking Western loans and trade.

Warsaw West Germany Poland Russia Wladyslaw Gomulka America Lange Gomulka Soviet

Night at the South Pole 120 Below Zero

McMurdo Sound Antarctica witnesses nine scientists and eight Navy volunteers endure a 15 month winter night with air too cold to breathe unaided. They plan snow tunnels and heated fuel oil supplies while facing six months of isolation after March 21 as no planes can land in darkness.

Leverett G. Richards McMurdo Sound Antarctica Housekeeping Navy South Pole Polar Paul Siple Pole

Request to Santa for a Television Set

Child writes a letter to Santa asking for a television set. The note politely explains the wish and mentions good behavior and holiday joy. A postscript asks Santa to attach the aerial while he is on the roof.

Sata Claus

Memo on keeping Christmas gifts from freezing

A brief note advises those worried about hiding presents to leave items in a garage only if they would not be harmed by freezing. It suggests that good quality gifts may withstand cold exposure.

George Thiem Chica Daily News The Daily News News- T le Ptthe the Fisherman

Reader Pleads Judge Not In Fight Over Arlie Pate

A letter from F. J. Beasley SN USN Philadelphia argues against branding undecided youths serving overseas as traitors. He urges readers to consider the pressures on servicemen and questions the justice of labeling.

United States Sin F. J. Beasley

Reader Speaks On Pate Case Letter to Editor Sparks Strong Reaction

Dorothy Bowman of Marion writes in defense of Arlie Pate and American patriotism in response to Clyde Whitlock. She rejects Whitlock's views as unpatriotic, asserts blood and nation myths, and questions the value of Whitlock’s analysis for farmers and others.

Southern Illnoisan Clyde Whitlock Whitlock America Mr. Whitlock Arlie Pate United States Dorothy Bowman Rt. 1 Marion

Joe Louis Trust Funds Seizure Reported By Tax Delinquent

Tax delinquent boxer Joe Louis arranged a trust for his children as authorities moved to seize parts of his earnings. Managers and handlers were involved as the case drew attention to the seized assets and potential penalties.

Uncle Sam Joe Louis Joe

Elvis Declares Rarity in Pacific War Memory

In the Pacific theater Japanese soldiers still found unaware that World War II ended, while in this country a few people may ask who Elvis is. The remark underscores lingering wartime myths and changing pop culture.

Pacific

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