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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1950
Page
8
The piece explains how children measure time by events and sleeps rather than calendars. It notes that even adults struggle with abstract durations and cites Indian and Roman methods of time reckoning, contrasting daylight hours with perceived elapsed time.
The Shelton brothers and relatives in Downstate Illinois have a long-running string of killings with several members dead and others wounded. Police have not identified attackers and authorities face pressure to break a code of silence surrounding the cases. The piece places the killings in a broader context of national concerns about crime, war, and politics.
Advertisement touts a pen as "approved by banks" but past experiences with bank pens suggest the claim may be marketing hype rather than a solid endorsement.
Officials promote a citizen effort to ensure inclusion in the 1950 census and note changes tied to population classifications. The plan affects probate courts in some counties and alters county board supervisor numbers, while state aid and city lines may shift in Eau Claire and other areas. Citizens are urged to vote and be counted.
A quirky note on a publisher claiming a new book uses stern economy in its prose and a department featuring breezeweight straw hats. The piece also jokes about a motor scooter for chasing trends and mentions Eden's divorce amid other satirical lines.
Army Secretary Frank Pace Jr. told West Point graduates that the U S is developing a tactic using revolutionary weapons carried by small numbers of highly trained ground troops A few soldiers could fend off large enemy forces lacking super weapons The remarks echo debates from World War I over trench warfare and the role of infantry on future battlefields
The French counterintelligence bureau cites about 400 of 4,000 spies in France as women, a trend mirrored by rising female involvement in espionage. The piece notes Hollywood’s appetite for such figures and comments on gender roles in espionage across France Britain and the United States.
A man charged for carrying Communist pamphlets is acquitted because he could not read them and did not know their content, a note that literacy would matter for others too. The item also mentions a Canasta player freezing the deck and a New York socialite posing for charity portraits.
A man planned a beach weekend with a friend and families for June after meeting in January. But unforeseen circumstances force him to cancel despite earlier promises and hopes for good weather and quiet, with both families disappointed.
A Milwaukee Journal excerpt notes that U S government employment rose 525 percent from 1900 to 1949 while total employment grew 115 percent. It contrasts 1900's one in 23 workers in government with 1949's one in eight, warning that by 1960 one in three could be government payroll.
A Lake Mills Iowa Graphic note cites a controversial stance where many schoolboys wish for something dreadful to befall the Quiz Kids due to perceived unsportsmanlike eagerness to learn. The item reflects local sentiment and media commentary on competitive intellect.
David V. Felts reflects on Phi Beta Kappa values from college days and the honorary awards given to F D Roosevelt and Harry S Truman. He contrasts true scholars with honorary recognition and comments on radio news delivery.
A columnist catalogs pop culture from Einstein’s era to radio and stages. Mentions Atomic Maid and Volomite in harness racing dreams and Lombardo’s Royal Canadians. Reviews Twenty Questions show antics and long song titles from the 1920s through mid century.
Oak Ridge researchers weigh embedding radioactive material in golf balls to aid recovery in rough. Proposal suggests direction aids guiding balls to the green and into the hole. Potential safety and environmental concerns are noted as the concept attracts attention.
A local store clerk voices strong frustration saying customers are always wrong and signals a desire to quit. The remark reflects mounting dissatisfaction amid daily interactions with shoppers.
Rosa Zagnoni Marinoni reflects in the Chicago Tribune on conscience as a fickle guide within the human heart in search of a higher power.
The article analyzes how off year primaries reflect party dynamics with Truman’s influence fading. It highlights Iowa Republican gains led by B. Hickenlooper, Democratic disappointments in California and North Carolina, and California candidate Jen Gahagan Douglas framing her campaign around issue positions and records.
Economist outlines a plan to cut taxes and balance the budget by selling securities to the public, reducing revenue needs by three to four billion annually. Proposes self financing for loan and public works agencies, tighter federal loan limits, and financing via open market sales. Also suggests phasing out foreign aid and veterans education costs, and broadening ownership of national wealth.
A Bureau of Mines report details using liquid carbon dioxide to smother a mine fire in Valier Illinois after sealing attempts failed. Five tons of CO2 were delivered about an hour after sealing, flooding the area and cooling the fire within hours, though the area was under a large fall and previously withstood water sealing.
A concise note on individuals possessing a strong grasp of their own beliefs and political systems. It highlights the value of a principled approach rooted in knowledge and critical thinking. The passage stresses informed reasoning over mere opinion.
Dorothy Thompson argues that Mr. Truglie of the United Nations cannot create binding law or enforce it. She cautions that universalist aims fail without shared concepts of right and wrong. She questions universal rights, Chinese representation, and predicts war is deterred by power realities, not UN platitudes.
The report notes cooling of one seal to nearly normal temperature with little smoke and outlines steps to prevent similar fires. It details admitting carbon dioxide gas and shows sealing off the burning area along with mine air analyses. A free copy of Information Circular 7563 is available from the Bureau of Mines in Pittsburgh.
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