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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1966

Page

4

Nimitz Led Pacific Fleet In World War II Legacy

The article honors Chester W. Nimitz as commander in chief of the Pacific Fleet, noting his role alongside Douglas MacArthur and William F. Halsey. It recalls victories at Coral Sea and Midway, the island hopping campaigns, and Nimitz’s status as a five star admiral who did not write memoirs but earned lasting historical praise.

Douglas MacArthur Philippines Pearl Harbor Chester W. Nimitz William F. (Bull) Halsey Pacific MacArthur Nimitz Halsey Japan America

92 Million Jobs By 1975 In This Decade

The Occupational Outlook Handbook forecasts job growth in the United States through 1975 with total employment rising about 25 percent to 92 million. White collar and professional occupations expand sharply while agricultural and some manufacturing areas change, signaling increased need for education and training across 700 occupations. The 862 page volume is available from the U S Printing Office in Washington DC.

Jos United States U. S. Department of Labor U. S Washington, D. C

Macy's predicts thriving market as boomers age

David L. Yunich, president of Macy's New York, told an American Management Association conference that 19 million Americans over 60 will no longer defer spending due to illness fears. Medicare plus voluntary plans will cover hospital costs, freeing retirees to spend on fashion, hairdos, books, shows, and experiences.

David L.yunich Macy’s New York American Management Association Yunich Oldster

Late Start Program Aims for Broader College Graduate Opportunities

The program mirrors Head Start by assisting graduates with inadequate education through post graduate studies. Rockefeller grants will fund the initiative, avoiding use of public funds.

Rockefeller

Fulbright Seen as War Critic With No Clear Exit Plan

Senator J. W. Fulbright, chairing the Foreign Relations Committee, is cited as a model critic of the Vietnam War who lacks a concrete exit. The article contrasts his June and March statements proposing withdrawal or neutralization with Red China, and notes upcoming hearings to explore China policy and the risks of an open-ended conflict.

Washington J. W. Fulbright Viet Nam Senate Foreign Relations Committee Fulbright Johnson Red China Viet Nam Jis U. S Seppinn Johrsen Southeast Asia Asia United States China

Rowland Evans and Robert Novak Inside Report

Inside the civil rights movement there is grumbling over Rev. Walter E. Fauntroy’s selection as vice chairman of the White House civil rights conference. Critics view Fauntroy as allied with militant groups like Snick led by Marion Barry and resent his backing of Barry’s boycott of District merchants over home rule.

Martin Luther King White House Uncle Toms Fauitroy SCLC Washington District of Columbia Fauntroy

Fauntroy's White House Role Probed in Civil Rights Rift

The White House debates Fauntroy pick for civil rights leadership amid tensions with Snick and Bar ry. Johnson aides see Fauntroy as aCalculated risk to shift policy, while Heineman relies on him for guidance on economic equity proposals. Sen. Frank Church remains unrecorded on Morse’s Viet Nam amendment, deepening White House doubts about his stance.

Fauntroy Frank Church Idaho Senate White House Church Johnson Viet Nam Wayne Morse Oregon Morse Frank Lausche Ohio Daniel Brewster Maryland

Causes of Doctors Shortages Spread Across Nation

The article surveys multiple factors behind the doctor shortage in the United States. It highlights high medical training standards limiting output to about 8 000 graduates annually, rapid advances in drugs and techniques expanding patient care needs, and the demand for 24 hour ICU staffing. It notes only 43 of 100 doctors practice privately, many train abroad, and new schools struggle with cost and long lead times. It cites calls for curriculum reform and better pay to attract and retain personnel across pediatrics, psychiatry, nursing, and hospital support roles.

Pat New York City U. S United States Canada Eliot Corday Los Angeles American College of Cardiology Michael E. de Bakey Houston Tex W. Albert Sullivan, Jr University of Minnesota Medical School John Knowles Massachusetts General Hospital Boston

Two Danger Ways to Die in Congo Driving Mob Rule

Michael R. Codel reports from Leopoldville on Congo driving hazards. The piece contrasts mercenary risks with daily taxi chaos. It describes rampant reckless driving, poorly maintained cars, missing safety features, few traffic cops, and blame shifting between locals and colonial legacies.

Michael R. Codel Leopoldville Congo Lepoldville England

Today in History highlights 1945 to 1966 events

A concise history note for March 8 lists notable past events including 1945 Inter-American conference at Chepultepec planning united action and treaty, 1848 Fre mont expedition to Sutter's Fort, 1916 Portugal war entry, 1941 lend lease passage, 1942 Rangoon and New Guinea actions, 1944 U S air attack on Berlin, plus brief decade and year-ago items.

Associated Press Chepultepec Mexico John Charles Fremont Sutter Fort Calif Germany Portugal Senate Rangoon New Guinea U. S Berlin

Daily Messenger notice of publication and delivery details

The Messenger Publishing at 43 Union St Athens Ohio 45701 announces daily weekday single copy and Sunday editions, carrier delivery, and mail subscriptions. Rates show one week, three months, six months, and one year plans with delivery by rail or mail to U S and possessions.

Carrier Daily Survey Obie U. S Possessions Athens Associated Press the Messenger Union St

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