Flag kit offered to boost Delaware County patriotism
The Delaware County Daily Times urges flag displays on holidays citing a 1959 National Family Opinion survey showing only 26 percent of families owned an American flag. The paper sells at cost a complete flag kit with 50 star flag, six foot staff, halyard and fittings for 3.15 dollars, aiming to spark national pride, especially among children.
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Delaware County
United States
National Family Opinion Inc
Toledo
Delaware County Daily Times
Don't Tax Social Security
A reader argues against taxing Social Security benefits under 1961 tax plans. They challenge legality, noting benefits are not tax exempt or deductible, question double taxation, and compare to dividend tax rules. They urge opinions from others and cite personal impact on retirees and widows. Mrs J E Gilmartin signs from Chester.
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Congress
J. E. Gilmartin
Smithers St. Chester
Book royalties and publishing profits explained
World Publishing breaks down a $3.95 book price showing 43 cents net per copy for the house after manufacturing and overhead, 40 cents for advertising, 10 cents for distributor share, and 59 cents for the author. The piece notes profits hinge on subsidiary rights and textbook demand.
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World Publishing Co
World
Wall Street
Water flow study for Delaware River planned by nine men
Nine men including William D. Mason and Albert H. Greenfield will examine plans to assure fresh water flow in the Delaware River. Governor Fine announced Greenfield will head the study group formed from engineers hired by the Interstate Commission on the Delaware River.
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William D. Mason
Chester and
Delaware County Chamber of Commerce
Sun Oil
Delaware River
John §. Fine
Albert 4. Greenfield
Philadelphia Chamber of Comerce
Interstate Commission On
Pennsylvania's Birthplace: First Tinicum Church and Swedish Colony
The piece chronicles the 1646 Tinicum church built by Governor Printz and Rev. Campanius, its role as the first Christian house in present-day Pennsylvania, and its function as a missionary hub to the Lenni Lenape. It notes the Dutch conquest, Risingh’s cruel actions, and the eventual Dutch takeover ending Swedish sovereignty, with Tinicum as the seed of Pennsylvania’s settlement.
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Fort Christina
Wilmington
Printz
Tinicum
John Campanius
Pennsylvania
Delaware
Fog
Europe
Eagle
Casimir
New Castle
John Claudius Risingh
New Sweden
Risingh
Delaware T River
Brandywine River
Schuylkill River
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
New Frontier Designs Clarified by Kennedy Critics
A Harvard Law School Forum note cites Professor Seymour Harris to argue that the New Frontier mirrors New Deal central planning. The piece warns deficits and federal controls threaten individual liberty, urging reliance on free judgment over centralized governance.
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Harvard Law School
Seymour Harris
Harris
Kennedy
Franklin Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Mt Warvard University
U.S. Treasury
Soviets Eye Heart Pact With U S Experts
ALLEN-SCOTT REPORT: U S and Soviet scientists plan to exchange heart specialists under a scientific pact signed last year to study heart disease. Joint teams will study high incidence towns in southern Russia, U S doctors will work in Soviet centers, and Soviet experts will join the staff of the National Heart Institute.
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Washington
U.S
Russia
Wie National Heart Institute
Lister Hill
D-Ala
Hill
Congress
NIH
Hill-Burton
Dr. Wath
National Heart Council
National Institutes of Health
de. Watt
Soviet Academy of Medical Science
NUL
La Belle Jackie Ignites World Interest in Style and Diplomacy
The piece praises Jacqueline Kennedy as a chic and international figure who distinguishes herself from past First Ladies. It notes her art, wine knowledge, equestrian skills, fashion, and poised public image, contrasting her with Mrs Roosevelt and Mamie Eisenhower. It mentions Dr. White and NIH studies, and outlines ongoing U.S. Soviet medical research exchanges, including heart disease and potential cancer work.
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Jackie Kennedy
Jackie
Mamie
Ike
Grant
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