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Newspaper

Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1961

Page

4

Editorial warns officers on public statements by General Walker

The piece critiques Maj. Gen. Edwin A. Walker for alleged remarks linked to the John Birch Society. It argues the Army reserves duty to maintain loyalty and that officers must temper public statements to avoid hindering the service. It notes Walker’s denial of charges and urges restraint for military unity and the fight for freedom.

Edwin A. Walker Pentagon Walker John Birch Society U. S U.S America

McNamara calls for five year foreign aid plan

Secretary McNamara urges dropping yearly renewals and giving five year funding for economic aid and military aid. He warns against strengthening individual armies and favors a NATO style pooled defense while boosting regional, underdeveloped countries with long range plans and regional controls.

Ert MacMatharae U. S Congress McNamara United States Korea Pakistan Iraq Viet Nam NATO

Defining infinity in heated public speeches

A fragmented reminiscence compares grand public oratory to the difference between heart attack and a strained back. It contrasts Jin Haggetty and Pierre Salinger as hypothetical leaders, suggesting a broad, satirical view of political management.

Jin Haggetty Pierre Salinger

Regional Plan for Great Lakes Development Proposed by Governor

Governor Otto Kerner proposes a regional Great Lakes development plan comparable to TVA. Experts would outline a framework for governors, Washington, and Canada, aiming to coordinate water resources and major projects like St Lawrence Seaway power while weighing diversions from Lake Michigan for Chicago.

Great Lakes Otto Kerner Tennessee Valley Authority Washington Canada TVA St Lawrence Seaway Leake Michigan Chicago Sanitary Canal Congress Illinois Lake States Chicago Lake Michigan Great Lakes Basin Ilinois Chiesgo

Los Angeles Considers Outdoor Charcoal Grill Ban

Los Angeles officials debate a ban on outdoor charcoal grills to curb smoke and heat pollution. The move targets backyard and public area grilling amid air quality concerns and city health goals. Local residents and businesses weigh compliance costs and enforcement.

Los Angeles

GOP Needs New Faces in 1964 Presidential Plans

The Republican Party weighs bringing fresh, youthful faces into national politics as it plans for 1964. William Miller urges new TV exposure through Dirksen Halleck conferences to broaden candidate options beyond Nixon Rockefeller and Goldwater, aiming to show a vibrant party with a future.

Republican Party GOP William E. Miller Miller Nixon Nelson A. Rockefeller New York Barry Goldwater Arizona Evereth M. Dirksen Charles A. Halleck Congress House Senate Goldwater Dwight D. Eisenhower

Latin in the News Sparked by Graduation and Letters

Dave Felts surveys Latin in modern culture from Yale and Princeton valedictorians to President Kennedy’s Latin letter to a boarding school girls, noting errors, tradition, and the lingering pull of Latin in English. The column shifts to reflections on grammar, media, and seasonal rites like roses, weddings, and graduations.

Columbia University New York Times United States White House Kennedy New York Herald Tribune Yale Columbia Princeton

Threat From Foreign Producers U.S. Industry Faces Stiffest Competition

Ray Cromley reports that U S industry must innovate and modernize to contend with rising productivity abroad. British, European, Australian and Japanese factories grow stronger, while American firms face obsolescence despite large investments. European managers gain efficiency, and U S leaders warn of losing global share unless next generation machines and products lead.

Ray Cromley Assa Washington U.S Olivetti Germany Britain Western Europe Japan India Iself Australia Italy Rostor Dream Detroit

Reader Cites Red Menace Editorial Critique

The Southern Trinatian editorial dated June 7 questions the claim that above ground American Communist Party is not aligned with underground radicals. It argues the CPUSA serves Moscow and has trained leaders at the Lenin School, asserting it seeks to overthrow the U S government and works with radicals.

The Southern Trinatian Communist Party U.S.A Moscow Soviet Union Lenin School Eugene Denis Claude Highfoot Carl Winter Nat Ganley Albert Lannon Gus Hall Communist Party of the Soviet Union Uss.a Soviet Communist Party USA Supreme Court

Are Modern Miracles Weakening The Human Race

Statisticians warn that despite gains in surgery and medicine the average life span may dip in coming decades as old age killers like cancer and heart disease strike earlier. Insurance figures show life expectancy rose from 47 in 1900 to 70 now, with only a modest two-year gain over six decades.

Institute of Life Insurance Companies Continental Assurance Co U.S Eastern Life Insurance Co

No Smoking Sign Welcomes Miami University Campus

In Oxford Ohio the new Miami University academia buildings are funded by a tax on cigarettes. The first visible sign upon entry reads No smoking.

Oxford, Ohio Academia Miami University Ohio

Underground and aboveground lines in the Communist Party

The writer argues that full revolutionaries must be dual in structure with both public and underground wings. He contends Supreme Court actions that push members underground harm the party, undermining mass support and agitation. He cites Lenin on dual levels and recommends J Edgar Hoover's Masters of Deceit for context.

Supreme Court Communist Party U.s J. Edgar Hoover USA

Hearing on Arthur Ellis case at Anna State Hospital

Clergyman Anna Hospital praised editors as investigations into the death of Arthur Ellis proceed. The hearing before a legislative committee on June 10 drew a roomful of attendees who offered sympathy to Ellis’ family and friends. The author notes staff dedication and argues for more state funds to hire enough employees.

Arthur Ellis Anna State Hospital Legislative Committee Rep Holloway Sparta Anna State Hos Ellis

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