Many-Headed Monster on Steel Prices and Inflation
Kennedy pressured twelve steel firms to hold prices as October 1 looming. Executives deny price hikes but warn inflation demands sacrifice and risk of liquidity loss if wage costs rise further. Critics argue government action fuels inflation and labor costs. The piece notes broader responsibility across labor business and government. It ends with a quotation about reform and a foreign policy aside on British Guiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kennedy
White House
Charles E Wilson Defense Secretary and Colorful Cabinet Figure
Charles E Wilson the first defense secretary under Eisenhower, former GM president who left a million dollars in stock and pay to serve government. Critics blamed his neglect of missile and space age needs while he spoke his mind, provoking labor anger and controversy. His death at 71 ended a storied industrialist career.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles E. Wilson
Defense
Eisenhower
Wilson
General Motors
Charlie
Cance
Russia
Finis
New Driver's First Drive Showcases Caution and Courage
A newly licensed driver blends nerves with responsibility as he stays in his lane signals with care and maintains safe distances. The piece argues that retaining this caution could cut accidents even as experienced drivers grow more complacent.
Yankees Feel Pinch As Reds Clinch NL Pennant
The article notes the New York Yankees lost about $3000 per man when Cincinnati won the National League pennant, reducing Yankee enthusiasm for a possible World Series against the Dodgers. It contrasts Dodgers at the Los Angeles Coliseum with Crosley Field in Cincinnati and mentions World Series earnings and general sentiment. It ends with remarks on color TV and the working man’s buying power.
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Cincinnati Reds
New York Yankees
Yankees
Los Angeles Dodgers
Los Angeles Coliseum
Dodgers
Chavez Ravine
Crosley Field
Cincinnati
Reds
Hurricane Facts and Myths From Jim Beshop’s Talk
Jim Beshop explains hurricane origins and behavior with counts by ocean basin. He notes averages, eye structure, wind speeds, rainfall patterns, landfall paths, and how trade winds steer storms, citing personal experience from 1926 Miami to Sea Bright, N J.
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Caribbean
Western Pacific
South Indian Ocean
South Atlantic
Puerto Rico
Canada
Mexico
Carla
Gulf of Mexico
Texas
Florida Keys
Florida
Donna
Bermuda
Hatteras
Virginia Capes
New York
New England
Pacific Ocean
Miami
Sea Bright
N. J
Dear Abby Readers Seek Advice On Love Handshakes And Heritage
A widow asks about marrying a 19 year old. Abby counsels delaying marriage for maturity. A reader questions etiquette about handshakes and is advised that ladies do shake hands. A parent wonders how to handle a son choosing a partner of different background and religion. A Luxembourger asks to correct misperceptions about Luxembourg and its language.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abby
Doctor Crane's Personal Cases and Blood Kinship
The piece discusses a court case where a 69 year old mother’s adult children fought over her medicine and estate, highlighting that blood kinship does not guarantee harmony. It argues for adoption as a better path when would be parents cannot have biological children and emphasizes spiritual bonds over blood ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert R
California
Cain
Abel
David
Try and Stop Me by Bennett Cerf 1961 humor
Brief humor column notes about Sir John Gielgud in New York Hamlet taxi ride and a joke about his name. It also mentions Rose Carlebach chairing meetings and quips about marriages and dates. Observations by Jim Backus and Bob Melvin.
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Bennett Cerf
Sir John Gielgud
New York
Hamlet
Sir John
Gielgud
Jim Backus
Bob Melvin
King Features Syndicate
Local Families Visit Over Weekend in Oak Hill Area
Lanesville Langsvill e guests include Mr and Mrs Duane Barr of Oak Hill and Mr and Mrs Blair Cadwalder of Columbus visiting Alpha Barrs. David Wright of Point Pleasant visited his father Dale Wright. The Lansbury family of Oak Hill hosted Earl Lansbury and daughter Robin. Larry Gene Hoffman begins freshman year at Ohio University studying engineering. Mrs W G Davies of Wellston visits daughter Mrs Dale Wright for two weeks.
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Langsville
Duane Barr
Oak Hill
Blair Cadwalder
Columbus
Alpha Barr
David Wright
Point Pleasant
W. Va
Dale Wright
Earl Lansbury
Robin
Charles Lansbury
Larry Gene Hoffman
Leslie Hoffman
Ohio University
Athens
W. G. Davies
Wellston
Kennedy policy critique and call to streamline foreign affairs
George Sokolsky argues President Kennedy relies on Eisenhower continuity and critiques State Department rivalries. He urges reorganizing policy under the President and limiting aid to nonaligned leaders like Sukarno, Tito, Castro, and Nkrumah, while emphasizing responsible leadership and UN diplomacy.
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Khrushchev
Sukarno
Tito
Castro
Nkrumah
Soviet Russia
Kremlin
Soviet Union
White House
United States
United Nations
Chester Bowles
Williams
Africa
Adlai Stevenson
Stevenson
Requests and Commands in Child Rearing
Advice on handling very young children through patient requests rather than commands. When force or quick action is needed, use a single clear command and proceed to completion. Plan ahead to avoid time pressure and easing washing and dressing tasks with minimal resistance. The piece discusses routines like bedtime and hygiene and notes gentle firm handling during brief standstills.
International Club invites Athens to first Ohio University meeting
The International Club at Ohio University invites Athens residents to join its first meeting Sunday October 1 1961 at 7 PM in the Baker Center Ballroom. The club showcases international understanding with over 100 foreign students and diverse viewpoints. Carlos Arbelaez Athens.
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Rose Carlebach
Westchester
Athens Messenger
Sunday Messenger
Ohio
U. S
Possessions
Athens
Boca
THE
Associated Address
Air Mail
the Messenger Publishing Co
Union St
International Club
Ohio University
Baker Center
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Madam Swetchine
U.S
British Guiana
Jim Beshop
Allegheny
Baguio
Philippines
Hatlo
Qrullers
Klimbers
Otis
Dear Abby
Abigail van An Buren
Torn
Luxemburg
States
Germany
Luxemberg
France
Belgium
Beverly Hills
Calif. Inc
Doctor Crane
George W. Crane
Lanesville
George Sokolsky
United Nations General Assembly
State Department
Indonesia
New Times
Soekarno
Sukarn
Soviet
Garry C. Myers
the Messenger
Carlos Arbelaez
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