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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1950
Page
4
Dr. George W. Crane frames mothers as sculptors shaping children into capable, self reliant individuals. The article likens mothers to artists behind historical figures and emphasizes daily, patient guidance over grand deeds, noting trifles form perfection in usual routines.
A family writes about their back porch and yard turning into a center of daily life. The shaded area with a comfy glider hosts lunches, reading, naps, and watching birds while the kids play, color, and stage make believe. The radio on the porch and afternoon tea parties boost the cheerful scene.
The piece notes President Truman assigning John Foster Dulles to press for a Japan peace treaty, weighing benefits like unified occupation under MacArthur and rapid economic integration against risks to Far East defense and Russia’s stance. Observers caution against haste amid uncertainty and regional power dynamics.
Sen Wayne Morse clinched the Republican renomination in Oregon. An observer notes Morse’s opponent likely seems morose. The editorial remark about pork appears on the front page more than in the market section.
The piece notes Soviet insistence that most German POWs released while about 1.5 million remained missing in Russia. It cites West German, U S and British concerns, mentions the New Times attack on publication of war dead lists, and touches on French accusations about Alsace Lorraine D P s. It ends with a New York aside on lost atomic blueprints and bees near a postal truck.
A musician sues a hairdresser in England over a dye that allegedly caused hair loss. The judge rules that hair condition does not affect genius or earning power, dismissing damages claims.
Commentary on American hotel comfort versus European practices. European innkeepers aim to copy American luxuries, risking the charm of travel. A Michigan dog pound incident and a society writer note about brides and cast are mentioned for contrast.
The Anti Defamation League in Chicago canceled its invitation to Benjamin J. Buttenwieser after reviewing his speech draft. He is praised as a capable aide to High Commissioner McCloy and his proposed remarks diagnose Germany’s situation and U S efforts there. The move draws criticism for denying a qualified witness a hearing.
About 7 000 medical students entered U S medical schools from over 20 000 applications amid a national 150 million population. Physicians are overworked, and blame shifts focus from causes to solutions. Compulsory health insurance is unlikely to ease the strain.
Auguste R. Pottier argues in a New York Times letter that two engineers and two firemen should operate each diesel electric locomotive. He suggests a four-person crew, with one dummy running the train on bridge sections.
In a witty dialogue, Twitchell and friends joke about TV hosts like Godfrey Emerson and Mrs. Roosevelt, imagining a set that channels only specific performers. They muse on endless appearances by Bill Slater, Faye Emerson, and Arlene Francis, and tease upcoming devices that limit or direct broadcast access. The piece ends with a rural advertorial couplet about garden products.
The narrator, awaiting visitors who may arrive between 8 and 10:30 PM, laments the anxiety of not knowing when they will come. Sleep is disrupted by every car sound as the wait extends past 11 PM and plans remain up in the air. Christopher Billopp.
The excerpt presents Dickinson praising America as simple broad and grand in design with coasts mountains plains and parallel ranges. It contrasts this with Europe noting its lack of symmetry variety irregularity and caprice suggesting geography foreshadows civilizational differences.
Government action proposes reducing taxes on economy brand cigarettes if prices drop and on chewing tobacco with no clear quid pro quo noted. Milwaukee Journal cites H. V. Wade.
Wisconsin Democrats face disunity as they search for a single candidate to challenge Sen. Alexander Wiley. Tom Fairchild emerges as favored, while William Sanderson and Andrew Biemiller contend for influence. McCarthy’s fragile standing and Stassen’s Pennsylvania bid loom over Wisconsin politics as battles continue in Washington.
The article discusses how McCarthy charges damaged confidence in American policy and Acheson's ability to commit, with foreign ministers' meetings underprepared. While abroad attacks subsided, they may resume on his return. Democrats defend him more, and Dulles allies suggest isolationist critics are de facto accomplices of the Communists.
Secretary of State Acheson returns to Washington with higher prestige and broader support in both parties. Evidence suggests he displayed strong purpose and skill while advancing U S aims at building an Atlantic defense force. He stood out as a powerful figure at the foreign ministers meetings and backed balanced allied effort.
A review discusses Paul Schmidt, Hitler associate, and his memoir Silent Actor on the Diplomatic Scene 1923 1945. The critic notes Schmidt’s pacifism claims, usefulness to Hitler, and partial truthfulness, especially on the 1933 London economic conference where the author was a participant.
Acheson’s performance at the foreign ministers meetings surprised friends and Washington observers. Upon leaving for Europe he appeared very weary and discouraged, with time and energy spent handling ongoing concerns adding to his fatigue.
Reports say Dean Acheson considers resignation but not from the White House or his allies. The President brushed aside an early offer to quit, and observers note Democrats in Washington see both risk and potential asset value as tensions unfold.
The account covers Hitler and Ribbentrop from 1934 to 1944 with Schmidt present at major international meetings. It highlights their misjudgments of the surrounding circumstances, noted as a central insight of the book.
A remark notes that as secretary of state he is held in greater respect in the Senate than at any time in recent months, implying a rise in standing during current political pressures.
Schmidt notes that Ribbentrop and Hitler were shocked by Pearl Harbor and had not been told of Japan's plans despite contacts. Hull claims a prewar German pledge to follow Japan, which Schmidt denies. Hitler chose to beat Roosevelt to war and hoped the U.S. would be occupied in a prolonged conflict.
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