Southern Baptists Open Convention Denounce Ecumenism
In San Francisco the ninety fourth Southern Baptist convention opened denouncing organized Protestant unity efforts. Leaders warned against joining the Council of Churches and World Council of Churches while pledging to remain a separate denomination. About 13,000 attendees heard that the group spends 15000 monthly on the Baptist Hour with plans to reach 30000 monthly. Dr Robert G Lee urged vigilance against ecumenical compromise. Governor Earl Warren welcomed delegates representing some seven million Baptists, marking the first convention held outside the Deep South.
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San Francisco
Calif
Southern Baptist Convention
Council of Churches
World Council of Churches
Southern Baptists
T. C.gardner
Dallas
Tex
Baptist Training Union
Robert G. Lee
Ballevue
Memphis
Samson
South
Samuel F. Lowe
Radio Commission
California
Earl Warren
Deep South
Global Census Gap Narrows But Still Omits Large Population
Officials note that roughly a quarter to one third of the world’s population remains outside official census counts. Experts warn undercounting affects resource allocation and policy planning across regions and economies.
Draft Board Tries Again Subject 82 Year-Old Rejected Before
Palmetto Florida June 21 AP The 82 year old Samuel T Sample received his third draft board notice this year to report for a pre induction examination. He was previously rejected in the Spanish American War for weighing 84 pounds and now weighs about 100. A clerk promised to fix the mix up after forged card earlier. The board says it will see what can be done this time.
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Palmetto
Fla
Samuel T. Sample
Sample
Tampa
Draft Board
Ava Marine Recruit Falkenberry Begins San Diego Training
Marine Pvt. William A. Falkenberry 17, of Ava, announced by East St. Louis recruiting station, is undergoing recruit training at the Marine Corp Recruit Depot San Diego. He will complete eight weeks of boot camp, receive a 10 day post training leave, and be promoted to Marine Private First Class upon successful completion.
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William A. Falkenberry
Otis William Falkenberry
Ava
U. S. Marine Corps
East St. Louis
Falkenberry
Marine Corp
San Diego
California
Ava Marine
Sulphur Supply Driven by Louisiana and Texas Deposits
Ninety percent of U S sulphur and half the world supply come from deposits in Louisiana and Texas, according to industry figures. The note highlights the regional dominance of these two states in the global sulphur market.
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U.S
Louisiana
Texas
Claussner
Road Merger Bill Advances in Illinois Senate
Springfield June 21 AP legislation to consolidate township road duties advances to the Illinois Senate with House approval. Referendums could bond consolidation with two thirds township votes. Backed by Illinois Agricultural association and 12 sponsors including Reps. Dave Hunter and Franklin Stransky.
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Springfield
Illinois Senate
House
The
Illinois Agricultural Association
Dave Hunter
Rockford
Franklin Stransky
Savanna
Stransky
Anna Hospital Vets Visit Haven Near Marion This Summer
Veterans at Anna State Hospital will visit The Haven near Marion in summer groups by bus. The outing is organized by Southern Illinois service officer William E. Wetterington with Mrs. Zella Davis, Townsend F. Dodd Post Anna, Dr. R. C. Steck, Wayne Choate, and hospital staff. Lunches provided by the American Legion Auxiliary. Transportation costs covered by Veterans' Services, Incorporated.
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Anna State Hospital
Haven
Marion
William E. Wetherington
Southern Illinois
Weatherington
The
Zella Davis
American Legion Auxiliary
Townsend F. Dodd
Anna
R. C. Steck
Wetherington
Wayne Choate
Van Zandt Extradition Hearing Set for June 28
Gov. Schricker will hold an extradition hearing on Edgar W. Van Zant, a former Harris Illinois elevator operator, on June 28 at 1 30 p m in the governor's office. Van Zant faces two indictments for embezzling 2548 dollars worth of soybeans. he was previously acquitted in Vermilion circuit court on a similar charge.
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Indianapolis
Henry F. Schricker
Edgar W. van Zant
Harris, Ill
Edgar County
White Stork Believed Strictly Monogamous
A study or observation suggests that the white stork maintains a single mate throughout its life. Researchers note pair bonds persist across breeding seasons and environmental changes. The finding supports theories of long term mating stability in large, migratory birds.
Monroe Drops Contest Against Sen Mueller
James O. Monroe of Collinsville withdrew his election contest against Sen Milton Mueller in the 47th district after defeat last November. A Senate elections subcommittee reported acceptance of the motion to the full Senate for decision.
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Monroe
Sen
Mueller
Springfield
James O. Monroe
Collinsville
Milton
Mink
Highland
Vember
Senate Elections Subcommittee
Senate
Doan’s Pills Promised Relief for Kidney Ailments
Nagging backache and fatigue may signal slowed kidney function. Doctors emphasize kidney health. stress can impair it. Doan’s Pills, a mild diuretic, claim to relieve discomfort by aiding waste elimination through the kidney tubes and filters.
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Dean
Doan
Truman Creates Cold War Strategy Board Leader Named
President Truman established a cold war strategy board and named Gordon Gray its director at 16000 dollars yearly. The board will coordinate psychological operations within approved national policies. Members include James E Webb Robert A Lovett and Lt Gen Walter Bedell Smith.
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Truman
Gordon Gray
James E. Webb
Robert A. Lovett
Defense
Walter Bedell Smith
Central Intelligence
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Louie
S. Nl
Carbondale
Southern Illinois University
Southern Acres Veterans Housing Project
Ernest J. Simon
Direc
Tor
S.I.U. Vocational Technical Institute
Lem
Arthur W. Plumlee
Cambria
Billy Howell
Simon
Ray Mueller
Ava Marine Trains
Shrine Circus
Cline Vice Drug CO
Towansn. Kleer
SHEER
Denier
Herrin Supply Co
United States
Anna Hospital
Freeler
Ches
Sears
North Park Avenue
Herrin
Illinois
West Main Street
Sherwin-Williams
Style Guide
Easterly’s
E. Jackson
Heckel’s Inc
Carterville
Woolwich Beach
Thames River
Nelson Pier
Den
Tower Bridge
Isle of Wight
Geoffrey Tyson
Saunders-Roe
RED Goose
Lalita
Washington
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