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Newspaper

Berkshire Eagle

Location

Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1964

Page

3

Johnson Beagles Case Sparks White House Stir

Washington AP President Johnson lifted the ears of his two beagle pups to make them yelp prompting mixed reaction. Reporters questioned the method while dog experts and handlers debated its safety and ethics. Critics warned it could harm a dog's welfare, while some insiders argued the action may have been misinformed or not harmful.

White House Johnson Washington John Neff American Kennel Club Neff Carole A. White Georgetown Miss White Claude Williams Ashton Williams

Johnson Wins Warm Reception From U S Chamber Of Commerce

President Johnson drew strong applause at the U S Chamber of Commerce meeting as business leaders signaled support while promising to scrutinize labor unions and policy. He forecast profits after taxes at 30 billion dollars for the year, up nearly 3 billion from 1963, as he addressed the business audience.

Washington U.S. Chamber of Commerce Johnson Dwight D. Eisenhower Chamber Edwin P. Neilan

Insurance Executive Speaks On Aged Health Coverage

Washington AP An insurance executive told the Senate Aging Committee that private health insurance for the elderly is increasing but many over 65 have no help in the voluntary system. Walter Foody Jr of Continental Casualty said affordability ties to average health costs plus a protection charge, noting the group that cannot afford insurance is not growing.

Washington Walter M. Foody Jr Continental Casualty Co Senate Special Committee On Foody

Massachusetts Senate approves early retirement for police and firemen

Massachusetts Senate backed a House bill to allow police and firemen to retire after 20 years with a 40 percent pension. The 21-13 vote faced opposition from Minority Leader Philip A. Graham who warned of pension system strain. Proponents noted similarities to federal rules and potential for keeping a young, aggressive force. Budget and World’s Fair funds measures also moved forward in session.

Boston UPI Massachusetts Senate Philip A. Graham Hamilton James McCormack D-Quincy Pensions and Harry Della Russo D-Revere U.S House Senate Massachusetts World's Fair Commission Stanley J. Zarod Springfield Legislative Commission On the

Catholic Unit Denies Food Aid Diverted

The Catholic Relief Services said no food delivered to South Vietnam was deliberately sold on the black market. A spokesman noted end use checks exist and that aid is distributed to the needy without discrimination. A Saigon dispatch cited a government report alleging corruption in surplus food distribution.

Catholic Unit New York Catholic Relief Services South Viet Nam Fabian Flynn Los Angeles Times Saigon U.S Public Safety Division Washington Henry Cabot Lodge Father Flynn Flynn

Cigarette Trade Codes Ban Teen Ad Appeal

New York AP report states nine leading U S cigarette makers place a 250 million annual ad program under a new administrator with power to fine up to 100 000 for code violations. The code bans teen targeted appeals, requires ads be cleared, and prohibits free samples and campus promotions while models must look at least 25.

New York United States U.S Justice Department

Heller Quitting Adviser's Departure Cited by Johnson

President Johnson said Walter W. Heller head of the Council of Economic Advisers plans to leave government service for financial reasons. Johnson spoke to a task force in the White House garden and urged passage of higher salaries for upper level U.S. officials. No departure date set. Heller to stay until after the November election, Kilduff said.

Washington Johnson Council of Economic Advisers Walter W. Heller White House Heller U.S Malcolm Kilduff

Grant for Worcester Lab on fertility control funds growth

The Ford Foundation approves a 1.45 million grant to the Worcester Foundation for Experimental Biology. The money supports fertility control research building on early work on an oral contraceptive by Dr. Gregory Pincus and related programs addressing global population problems.

New York Ford Foundation Worcester (Mass Gregory Pincus

Alloa Hi One Month Postage Rates Notice

Local Post Office and Berkshire Eagle publish old addresses and new postage rates. One month subscriptions cost two dollars, two weeks and three months shown. notes misprinted and unclear.

Alloa Hi Bneenee ‘Ees Finetity Berkeshire

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