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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1955
Page
4
New revenue commissioner Russell E Harrington announced a reversal of the Andrews order restricting staff from assisting taxpayers in preparing income tax returns. The change aims to aid middle class filers who face complex laws and help prevent errors, while preserving professional advice for business and rich income scenarios.
Norway protests U S Post Office delay in sending first class and parcel post to nine Nordic countries. The article argues mails should be carried on the fastest vessel available, respecting if practicable and avoiding unnecessary delays. It urges timely use of American ships to improve goodwill between nations.
The Dionne Quintuplets four surviving sisters in Montreal deny their father’s charge they neglected the Callander family on Christmas Day. The sisters were unable to return home for cards due to nursing training commitments but deny sending no cards. Papa Dionne hosted several of his eight other children, and the family faced Christmas without bitterness and without public accusations.
Western allies build up air and ground defenses in Europe and reveal plans to send six more Corporal guided missile battalions to Europe in early 1956. The move aims to deter a Soviet surprise attack and bolster NATO firepower amid Soviet jet bombers, rockets, and major airfields expansion. The Kremlin understands the language of force.
A notable commentary highlights an individual who can recite all state names and capitals, alongside recalling favorite sons. The piece emphasizes encyclopedic memory and civic familiarity.
A quip notes Christmas toys resemble automobiles when paid for work is incomplete. The comment highlights frustration with items broken before payment is settled.
A Kentucky discovery by explorers claims to reveal the world’s most spacious cave ideal for storing surplus farm goods. The find highlights potential long term storage and regional significance.
The Miami golf event concludes as rain halts play with officials deciding to resume later. Organizers, players, and spectators adapt to the weather with rescheduling in the local sports section.
The piece argues the United States must decide whether to defend Quemoy and Matsu amid a rapid Chinese buildup. It warns of potential invasion, questions aiding Nationalists, and compares to Dien Bien Phu and Korea, urging a clear U S policy stance.
David Felts recalls two obituary items, Mrs. James Blaine Walker 58 in New York and Dr. Thomas J. Preston 93 in South Orange N J Frances Folsom Cleveland Preston widow of Grover Cleveland died in 1947 and her life connects to presidents and public memory. The column also riffs on money and old jokes about Patti Graham and cultural memory.
Col Lyons of the United States Air Force in Europe warns that Americans bathe too often and wash away skin oils. He suggests showers as less harmful and notes many people feel dirty midweek. The piece reflects a past era’s hygiene debate and hints at social pressure to bathe more sparingly.
Washington Hall of President Eisenhower faces a grave personal decision after medical teams declare recovery. The piece notes his physical fitness and mental resolve but asserts the ultimate choice about running rests solely with him, influenced by political pressure and his own judgment.
General James Van Fleet, former UN Korea commander and U S military mission head in Greece, discusses Middle East stability. He emphasizes Greece’s strategic value, self determination for Cyprus, and private investment as a path for Greek economic recovery amid Soviet pressure in the region.
Washington reports Internal Revenue Service will aid taxpayers in preparing returns next year after commissioner Russell Harrington countermanded prior orders that restricted help to the illiterate handicapped and non English readers. The original directives were issued October 17 under ex-commissioner T Coleman Andrews, drawing congressional protests.
Secretary of Health Education and Welfare Marion B. Folsom outlined next year’s expanded federal health programs in a straightforward briefing. He cited increases to Public Health Service research grants and noted a national health outlay approaching 2.6 billion dollars, with Defense and Veterans Affairs as large outlays.
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