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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1958
Page
4
The Carbondale League of Women Voters seeks about 450 dollars to support voter education and information efforts. It does not solicit publicly but asks interested citizens for donations to fund its programs. The board notes past constructive work in informing voters on issues and civics.
An executive from Sears Roebuck argues wealth does not guarantee happiness with marriage. A separate tale notes a crane used to remove four cows that fell into a quarry, underscoring humorous mishaps. The remark about cows and the moon adds whimsical irony to the column.
The judge's two and a half year postponement of integration in Little Rock High School faces criticism as yielding to mob influence. The ruling delays desegregation while highlighting Governor Faubus and local officials' roles in the crisis amid national opposition to prolonged delay.
An 83-year-old bachelor named Reilly lives in a sprawling 300-room VCA hotel. The unusual setup and the resident’s identity draw curiosity within the local community.
A weeklong downpour drenched Illinois with six inches of rain. Even violets in the gardens appear to be exhausted by the wet spell.
President Eisenhower urges Congress to create a unified air traffic control authority saying the aviation system has become too unruly. He argues a centralized agency would streamline oversight, safety, and coordination across the growing airspace.
An advertisement for a step-in chemise prompts debate over the garment’s level of intimacy and suitability for public display, reflecting changing norms in fashion advertising and women's undergarments.
Farmers approve wheat acreage allotments and marketing quotas by 83.7 percent, sustaining government price support around 1.81 a bushel. Critics call the program bankrupt as storage nears one billion bushels and a bumper harvest looms, urging Congress to revise the farm program.
General Trujillo dispatches a man to Los Angeles to collect his son amid rumors of potential passengers. Governor Stratton warns state officials to scrutinize gifts and avoid free hotel rooms or valuables.
TVA reports 5.27 million dollars in payments to states and counties for the year ending June 30 in lieu of taxes and about 8.5 million from municipal distributors. The agency is described as the largest single tax payer in Tennessee, while Illinois Power reports total taxes approaching 18 million dollars. The piece notes TVA’s tax-free status gives a竞争 edge but cautions figures are not directly parallel.
David Felts writes of finding mushrooms growing from an old elm stump and discards them after noting expert advice from Dr Marcus Selden Goldman. The piece discusses edible mushrooms, field guides, and local interest in mycology with references to publishers and authors. The column also touches on weather, gardening tasks, and amusing current events.
Rowland Evans Jr analyzes Sherman Adams influence at the White House as Republicans debate Adams resignation to halt a growing party rift. The piece contrasts Adams power, the presidency’s expanding staff, and Democratic pressure amid Eisenhower era politics.
Scientists sketch early blueprints for Moon settlements noting need for oxygen, food, sealed habitats, and shielding from meteoroids and cosmic rays. They discuss lunar day night cycles, one sixth Earth gravity, moon cars, tunnels, and psychological challenges as rockets reach the moon.
Fortune forecasts a strong recovery with GNP rising from 420 to 470 billion dollars by end of 1959. Defense, budgets, construction, inventories, consumer spending, and credits all show gains. Exports remain modest with imports and exports set to grow as the economy expands.
The Crab Orchard Unit District 3 received conditional recognition while Colp and Hafer grade schools were given probationary recognition by the State Superintendent. Sixteen Williamson County schools earned full recognition and will keep state aid. Colp must improve facilities and teaching materials before a higher rating. One room schools in the county hold probationary status. Hafer is the only one class school. Colp consolidated to raise its rating amid a court case over integration after white pupils refused attendance. The Crab Orchard Unit faced board controversies with the superintendent fired by a 4 to 3 vote.
Cecil B De Mille, 77, Hollywood producer, is in Cedars of Lebanon Hospital for observation and treatment of a circulatory disorder. He fell ill several days ago with a virus infection but is listed in satisfactory condition.
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