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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1966
Page
4
The piece argues that President Johnson’s Chicago speech labels critics as unpatriotic yet acknowledges sincere debate over Vietnam policy. It defends free expression, warns against stifling diverse views, and hopes the address is an exception to his consensus push.
Defense Secretary Robert S. McNamara outlined a new urgent policy stance in Montreal, urging broader world engagement and calls to reduce trade barriers. He proposed universal two year service to the Armed Forces, Peace Corps, or volunteer work, signaling whether his views reflect deep conviction or trial ballooning.
The U S Senate backed a non proliferation treaty while China proposed not to use nuclear weapons first Premier Chou En lai and Secretary of State Dean Rusk confirmed the discussion The Chinese proposal sparked criticism as Sen Robert Kennedy urged opening disarmament talks with Peking Rusk argued for strict international controls on any agreement
Dave Felts reviews a Disney Circarama presentation American the Beautiful and the Great Moments With Mr Lincoln. He notes lifelike figures, quiet crowds, and a clean, tasteful setting while detailing a travelogue from Los Angeles to La Jolla and a Santa Fe Superchief trip home.
Drew Middleton argues Rhodesia South Africa Portugal drive Africa’s political future. He notes external aid and pressure are needed beyond UN declarations to curb white supremacist regimes. The piece contrasts Rhodesia South Africa Portugal with independent Black African states amid Cold War tensions.
The rapid education expansion shifts Africa from classical schooling to wider vocational training. Parents support schooling and night courses, while women gain stronger roles. Newspapers lag, and strong judiciaries and independent police are needed to curb corruption. Educated youths now apply modern ideas to guide postcolonial transitions.
A reader protests high speed police chases after a Goreville family death near Evansville Indiana. He questions police justification for speed and traffic endangerment and recalls a past chase ending in a fatal roadblock and a stolen car. He urges safer pursuit methods and accountability.
Susan Casey of Carbondale argues two points on the council manager referendum. She says property taxes cannot rise under the plan as the city is at the legal maximum and funds must be used wisely. She adds that if the referendum fails the City Council will still need administrative assistants to handle growth.
The Lyndon Johnson dinner in Chicago charged $100 per plate while the Barry Goldwater dinner cost $10. The text notes a 1964 style analogy with fashion, and mentions the draft test as a college exit examination.
Don Oakley examines China’s path after the Communist takeover, noting enduring Confucian influence, a population boom, and questions about China’s role in a modern world. The piece argues unity and centralized rule left by the Ch in dynasty contrast with future possibilities as China seeks status among nations.
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