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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1955
Page
4
An opinion piece mocks overemphasis on patriotic symbolism. It compares beavers chewing trees to people who work only because a holiday commemorates leaders and artists, suggesting a critique of idle patriotic fervor.
A federally aimed study by the Inter-Governmental Relations Commission led by Meyer Kestnbaum argues for state and local empowerment to curb centralization. It contends Congress cannot reverse centralization alone and urges Illinois lawmakers to expand autonomy, broaden revenue tools, and reapportion to meet needs.
A witty observation notes there is one servant for every 25 households and adds a joke about the servant who volunteered for free by saying I do. The remark underscores social expectations about domestic service and marriage.
While on a New England swing in Concord and Berlin New Hampshire President Eisenhower avoided a firm answer about seeking a second term reporters noted his quip about White House residence. Observers said the remarks were likely cautious talk not a decision.
A New Yorker accidentally locked in a laundry over the weekend will receive overtime pay. News photos display a Davy Crockett style haircut with tail, while a group of individuals is depicted attempting to scalp pioneers.
Illinois bans dangerous fireworks except sparklers while Missouri allows more types, prompting expected higher accident risk in Missouri. A supermarket display in Missouri recently exploded, killing three people including a woman and two children. Illinois cites its statewide ban as reducing mishaps and urges public responsibility to enforce the laws.
The column covers Kantor's Andersonville manuscript from World Publishing with 320 000 words and Civil War themes. It also notes Father’s Day success and council plans, plus light personal reminiscences about media, TV Guide ads, and old club stag dinners.
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