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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1959
Page
6
Editorial lauds the Soviet Union for landing the first man made object on the moon, praising its scientific achievement and international pride while noting Russia's lead in long distance rocketry. It mentions a larger 858 pound payload and precision in timing, contrasting with U.S. plans.
The Soviet lunar achievement is seen as a powerful propaganda tool ahead of Khrushchev’s United States visit. It demonstrates technical prowess, reinforces his claim of matching American capability, and aims to influence global opinion while warning against misread intentions.
The Berkshire Street Railway settlement ends a bitter strike with resumption under the present contract and immediate talks on a new contract. The agreement reiterates use of company personnel for charter work if equipment is available and credits Mayor Haughey for helping bring a quick end. The episode shows the community’s continued dependence on bus service and argues for compulsory arbitration in public-franchise labor disputes.
American Telephone and Telegraph lowers rates for calls 300 miles or more starting tomorrow after a Federal Communications Commission order. The Bell System seeks a steady 6 percent return on long distance, down from past boosts, while prices from 1919 to today show a persistent downward trend from $16.50 to $2.25 for major routes.
Various short items note harsh words toward John Fraser at a City Council adjournment on the bus issue, a favorable weather tilt for the Barrington Fair, Kala mazoo turning Main Street into a mall sparking bypass talk, GE ordnance jobs potential dip in 1960, Berkshire Life building impressing visitors, a call for a church and tree planting leader, and a Worcester Telegram quote on roles in business and technical work.
At Barrington Fair yesterday Jim Trainor of Tampa who drives with the Hell Drivers stunt show described smashing about 1,500 autos over 13 years without a crash. He selects cars up to 1947 for softer metal and more glass and notes odd finds under mats like whisky bottles. The trade demands safety belts, quick reflexes, and a limit around age 40, with pay up to 350 dollars weekly. Infield spectators saw a 1950 Dodge launch onto wrecks, barely damaged, while drivers displayed a lucky charm cross and business card relics from the plunge.
Years ago the Building Trades council posts a list of fair contractors for union sympathizers. Stockbridge sixth grade to be installed in town hall. Robert Howe injured falling from a staging on a Merriam roof. Milne's Orchestra conductor injured in car crash. A 1000-gallon distillery operation in Lanesboro halted by police raid. Mrs Van S Rice and Mrs Pelton lead Berkshire Mister Bif contest prizes. Arthur Wheeler Sr. wins top ribbon at Lee Grange fair.
Washington follows Khrushchev’s arrival with a guarded view of the tour. Ike greets the Soviet premier at Andrews with a 21 gun salute and seeks to ease Cold War tensions while aiming for a balanced budget and reduced military outlays.
Letter describes a Good Knights group of three Searles High School students who aided three stranded teens after a flat tire. The writer praises the hot rod safety group for helping keep teens safe and on the right side of the law and notes their origin in Great Barrington.
A Letter to the Editor by Charles K Brodhead of New Lebanon NY argues that Khrushchev and Soviet ideology pose a covert threat beyond direct war. He cites Stalin era and Molotov statements to warn Americans to question trade and cultural exchanges as potential ideological infiltration.
A letter condemns Khrushchev and Soviet actions dating to 20 years ago, accusing him of aggression and betrayals from Poland to Ukraine. It warns he seeks influence in the United States, urges united anti communist action, and calls for peaceful demonstrations in cities visited by Khrushchev to demand freedom for captive nations. The piece urges backing words with deeds and urges public pressure for freedom and decency.
Washington plan assigns Henry Cabot Lodge to host Khrushchev and respond from the rostrum if needed, with Nixon recommending Lodge to balance public display and candid dialogue. The aim is to show strength without provoking a propaganda clash while preserving progress in private talks with President Eisenhower.
In Bern two adult brown bear couples share adjacent pits separated by a wall. A male from one pit gazes at his mate in the opposite pit as the other male mourns his situation. The keeper sighs that partners change monthly, a recurring joke from John Phillipe's Odd World.
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