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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1964
Page
4
The Detroit Free Press notes a House committee studies federal retail excise taxes dating from World War II and Korea with expected reductions or repeal within two years. Critics argue taxes burden everyday items like toilet articles, handbags, coats, and wedding rings, calling for scrutiny beyond income tax as emergency levies persisted.
New York figures Arlene DeFava and Frank Felicetti face grand jury action over unlawful weapons. DeFava, 27, arrested after using a switchblade to repel an attacker. Felicetti, 81, awaits action after firing on burglars. DA O Connor explains legal distinctions in weapon legality and self defense rights.
A Canadian appellate court ordered a jury trial in a widow's damages claim after her husband fell to his death at an inn. The ruling says bartenders must avoid serving to customers who are already intoxicated, creating a duty to judge patrons' capacity.
Columnist compares Goldwater campaign organization to a fortified army at a San Francisco convention. Describes tight security, regional HQs, and disciplined delegates, citing past campaign recalls and forecasts no early surprises for Scranton.
In a pivotal shift Florida’s delegation aligned with Barry Goldwater, undermining Gov. William Scranton’s presidential bid. The volatile Florida right, including state chairman Tom Fairfield Brown, moved past old intra party feuds to back Goldwater, altering southern dynamics at the convention. A separate friction involving New York Assembly Speaker Joseph Carlino and Platform Chair Melvin Laird also colored the political drama as Goldwater’s forces adjusted their convention strategy.
Dr Crane discusses sex determination in human reproduction citing Tjio and Levan findings 46 chromosomes and Y sperm preference. He advises a baking soda douche to tilt odds toward Y sperm and promotes a booklet on pregnancy and foster children. The column then notes Burma joins China in calling for a 14 nation Geneva conference on Laos.
A reader seeks to marry a married man who plans to divorce his wife in nine years. The letter-writer claims patience and warns others against waiting. Abby responds with blunt, humorous rebuke about the man’s lack of ethics and timing.
The Goldwater backed Republican platform mixes pledges with vagueness on foreign policy and trade, praising a dynamic strategy while promising to restrict aid and cut taxes. It also faces a likely floor dispute over civil rights despite pledging full implementation of the 1960 Civil Rights Act.
A HAL BOYLE column surveys quirks of hearing and youth, noting women hear higher tones than men but not as well as dogs. It cites 85 percent of U S families vacation annually, a 60 000 fee for a pianist in the 1920s, and 50 million Americans lacking birth certificates.
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