Cold War Front Line Standoff Tests American Resolve
The article recounts a 52 hour clash on the East German autobahn as American convoys faced Soviet inspection demands near West Berlin. It notes Washington’s stance and field commanders outlasting Soviet pressure, framing a broader pattern of American stamina despite calls for détente. The piece questions whether a true easing of tensions occurred amid Moscow’s rhetoric and diplomacy.
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West Berlin
Berlin
Cuba
Moscow
Khrushchev
Averell Harriman
Andrei A. Gromyko
White House
Kennedy
United States
Rockefeller and Goldwater clash on debates for GOP unity
The piece notes Governor Rockefeller inviting Senator Goldwater to a series of debates on GOP issues to build consensus, while Goldwater declines arguing debates would divide the party. Goldwater says he will attack Kennedy’s administration and is not seeking the nomination, though polls show him as front runner.
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New York
Nelson A. Rockefeller
Arizona
Barry Goldwater
Goldwater
Rockefeller
Kennedy
Scranton Warns States To Reclaim Power From Washington
Pennsylvania Governor William W. Scranton argues centralization grows as public demands stronger federal role while states drag feet. He urges state houses to reclaim responsibility and curb dependence on Washington. Also notes Brazil’s coffee bean feed experiments and lipstick from red berries. Lost work days in the U S averaged 514 per worker yearly through June 30 1961 with illness causing three times more time lost than accidents per an insurer study.
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Washington
Pennsylvania
William W. Scranton
United States
The New York Mirror Death and Legacy
The New York Mirror died suddenly after a long wild history. It rose with readers and faded, boasting famed editors and reporters like Phil Payne Walter Howie and Ray Doyle while delivering bold city journalism. It aged into a sedate paper at 39, with only Jack Benny’s age noted as a final parallel.
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New York Mirror
Phil Payne
Atlantic Ocean
Walter Howie
Chicago
Arthur Brisbane
the Mirror
Ray Doyle
Bob Considine
Gene Fowler
Dan Parker
Jimmy Whittaker
Jack Lait
Arthur Pegler
John McNulty
Sam Boal
Hettie Cattell
45Th St
Brisbane
Mirror
Jim Whittaker
Whittaker
Doris Duke
Lawrence Quinn
Broadway
Gladys Glad
Mark Hellinger
Walter Winchell
Telegraph
Pegler
Oliver
Izzy Kaplan
Romania
Charlie Barth
Mary Pickford
Art Department
St. John
St. Luke
The
Jack Benny
Dear Abby letters reveal DIY dental myths and family roles
Readers ask about Do It Yourself dental kits and the feasibility of dental work at home. Abby explains there is no such kit and dental skill requires years of study. Other questions touch on women’s club presidencies and personal replies about balancing family duties with social leadership.
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Abby
Sears
O.J.J
Life Begins At 40 Bernard Baruch Rival J C Penney
A profile of J C Penney at 88, his rise from a Missouri farm to leading a 1700 store retail empire. He recounts personal losses, a hospital kidney surgery, and recovering through faith and new marriage. Penney discusses health, diet, and his belief that opportunities now exceed past eras. He notes stepping down as chairman at 84 but remaining on the board. He shares views on opportunity, education, and the secret of success: set a goal and work toward it.
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Bernard Baruch
J. C. Penney
Australia
New Zealand
Penney
Missouri
the Messenger
Diane
Diane G. Conquers Elevator Fear with Gentle Coaching
Diane G. aged 18, terrified of enclosed spaces, rides an elevator one flight with guidance. After resting she returns for a second ascent, faces fear, counts pulses, and exits on the first floor, pushing through anxiety with parental psychology tips.
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Diane G
Education Bills Lost in Conflicts
Washington AP reports major education bills in Congress face delays from conflicts over church state, segregation, and funding. Measures seek federal aid for vocational education, college facilities, student loans, and support for districts. passage depends on cross currents and expenditures.
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Washington
Congress
Burlingham-Darwin social notes hit local visits
Mrs Earl Cowen visited sister Mrs Luella Haning recently. Mr and Mrs William Hart visited Mrs Hart s mother Mrs George Ziegler Sr Sunday. Mrs Alice Goldsberry Athens called on Mrs Martina King Pratts Fork. Mr and Mrs Bernard Paulson and baby Columbus visited her parents Mr and Mrs Frank Burson Burlingham. Mr and Mrs Vernon Stacey Springfield called on Mr and Mrs William Hart recently.
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Earl Cowen
Luella Haning
William Hart
Hart
George Ziegler
Alice Goldsberry
Athens
Martina King
Pratts Fork
Bernard Paulson
Columbus
Frank Burson
Burlingham
Vernon Stacey
Springfield
Grandfathers Have A Place
Harold V. Streeter gives humorous odds on grandfathering as a public pastime. He notes 34 million grandfathers and each with two grandchildren implies a vast, amusing potential for spoiling heirs. He recalls Walt Alston longing to go squirrel hunting with his grandson after the Dodgers beat the Yankees.
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Los Angeles Dodgers
New York Yankees
Walt Alston
Ohio
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