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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1965
Page
14
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The piece argues the Johnson Humphrey written agreement offers the best fix to presidential disability gaps while a constitutional amendment lingers. It notes only Massachusetts and six others have ratified the amendment, leaving 32 states needed. It warns that sole control of nuclear weapons by the president makes the safeguard crucial amid Johnson’s hospitalization.
The accords between Johnson and Humphrey, approved by Washington leaders, outline that if the President is communicative he informs the vice president who becomes acting president, and if not communicative the vice president, after consultation, assumes the role. The President decides when his disability ends. It is hoped Johnson remains in hospital under two weeks with little chance of critical decisions, though the nuclear age adds risk.
Berkshire residents learn the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority is studying the feasibility of erecting more guardrails along the median to reduce fatal head on collisions. Since 1957 twelve such crashes caused 25 deaths, with rail barriers shown to be nearly 100 percent effective in preventing these fatal cross traffic impacts.
In Brief notes the tax dispute as the climactic decision for lawmakers this year. It comments on Lee's proposed 1.25 million sewer system and its ambitious extended aeration plans. It cites the Great Barrington bypass name and local response, and highlights Edward J. Farrell's piece on Berkshhire land sales to out of state investors as a new identified trend.
Continent Job Opportunities For Dropouts argues most high school dropouts cannot find suitable work because ads demand experience or diplomas. The piece contrasts low level clerical postings with Wall Street Journal listings for presidents and executives, noting the paradox of jobs requiring leadership while many youths lack access or guidance. It mocks ads seeking top managers and urges dropouts to pursue meaningful employment to keep streets safe.
A digest of notes from western Massachusetts includes a Savoy legend of a haunted tavern and a ghostly traveler. It recalls a town history booklet, a March of Dimes gathering, praise for Visiting Nurses, and a hospital parking reshuffle. Also mentions salt linked to colds in a Bombay study, nurse color trends in Memphis, and Switzerland naming 1965 the Year of the Alps.
Dr William Mahon of Hollister Street sails for France in charge of a consignment of 1500 horses for the French army. Also reports election of Pittsfield Boat Club officers Freeman Miller Piatt and Walker with Benton re elected Williams College Athletic Council president. Funeral of William Foley held. Columbus Day edition of Il Corriere del Berkshire to mark 25 years in Pittsfield printing. Eleanor Stockley wed Edwin Krzynowek at Holy Family Church. ceremony by Rev Ladislaus Rys.
Readers praise Head Start teachers at Tucker School and criticize a public health official’s remarks about Hillcrest Hospital. A Williams College biography of Charles Cuthbert Hall is discussed, while letters debate Pittsfield urban route plans, city planning, and voter interest in future primaries.
In a light exchange Humor Smith chides his wife who retorts that a wife should speak well of her husband. She asserts she means well and notes it as a wife’s duty to praise her spouse occasionally.
Barbara Wiver of Chester writes that Chester High School failed NEACSS accreditation after April 8 1963 and will lose it after December 31 1965. She argues withdrawal was prudent and worries about college acceptance, prep school need, and the town’s reluctance to change. She urges action now to preserve students’ options.
Hubert H. Humphrey, vice president, remains in cautious loyalty to President Johnson amid Johnsons illness and slow convalescence after gall bladder surgery. The piece weighs Johnsons impatience with the need for quiet recovery and Humphreys steady support within a demanding White House dynamic.
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