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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1960
Page
4
Our editorial urges adopting a short ballot for Illinois state government, reorganizing the state court system, and implementing a council-manager form of local government to streamline operations, reduce waste, and improve accountability.
An editorial calls for county level taxpayers associations and a regional federation in Southern Illinois to push constructive reforms. It advocates long term programs, responsible leadership, and cooperation with officials to improve government, school district consolidation, and tax systems while avoiding anti tax backlash.
Congress moves toward legislation to insure medical costs for the elderly with the House passage of a bill opposed by 23 members. The measure targets medically indigent seniors, estimated at 500,000 to 1 million yearly, funding largely from federal sources. Debate centers on cost, liberal amendments, and presidential approval prospects.
The piece notes Israel’s economic isolation amid the Arab League boycott as British and Polish lines align to halt trade with Israel in exchange for access to Arab markets. It warns tighter restrictions could come, while lamenting Western indifference and urging broader action to keep Israel connected to allies.
An analysis of Communist China’s non coexistence stance and its methods in Asia. The piece warns of potential military escalation, subversion, and propaganda as Beijing seeks to expand influence while many Asian peoples remain under Communist domination. It notes shifts in Southeast Asia and India and the challenge for Western democracies.
The aged Chancellor Adenauer, back from a month’s vacation, dominates government and leaves questions about future leadership. A recent book labels West Germany a Chancellor democracy and warns of a vacuum in political ideas once he steps aside, risking democratic vitality.
The piece argues the enduring domestic problem of African American rights, noting Republicans taking the lead on civil rights, the Warren Court ruling against segregation, and Eisenhower’s Civil Rights Commission. It highlights limited progress in the South, increasing Northern migration of Black families, and Southern resistance summed as not in my time.
Jean Bernard and his wife Jacqueline defend their 250 acre farm near Chebri Algeria with barbed wire shutters and multiple guns as rebels patrol the Mitijda plain. Bernard argues for a future shared by Muslims and Europeans, aiding 14 Muslim workers while seeking coexistence despite upheaval.
Patrick O Donovan recalls American cities where Black communities face poverty and crime amid pride and resilience. He notes rising direct action by Southern students, cautious optimism in Northern Democrats for civil rights, and the limits of legislation alone to change hearts.
Mohamed Driss, an educated Algerian Moslem, argues deeds matter more than slogans as Algerians seek dignity and a political solution. He favors home rule with strong ties to France and warns against paternalism while acknowledging rebels’ influence.
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