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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1962
Page
3
Editorial questions why Chester and Crozer Hospitals do not merge into a single 500 bed facility. It argues one modern system could offer better equipment, train top interns, reduce duplicated costs, and better indigent care, urging community input and public pressure.
The piece notes Delaware County drug stores closing for a Humphrey price fixing rally opposing the proposed Quality Stabilization Act. It argues the bill is ineffective and would allow manufacturers to refuse sales to price-cutters, while praising Houston zoning requiring one off street parking space per dwelling unit and pondering its applicability to large vehicles.
First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy plans a transatlantic itinerary with Caroline visiting Mexico for a two day state trip on June 29 30 then a stay in the French Riviera possibly with the President joining later. The administration weighs talks with De Gaulle as Rusk explores satellite cooperation limits with the Soviet Union.
Sylvia Porter details the NYSE floor atmosphere after the crash, describing the chaotic clutter of paper, chewing gum, and open outcry trading while contrasting the frenzied activity with the cold precision in the traders’ eyes. She recalls her access, the president’s invitation, and the floor dynamic from gallery view to the trading posts.
In the Mekong delta near Soc Trang 500 Marines man a tented airbase facing Viet Cong danger as helicopters hinder enemy moves. A judge of war’s oddities, Col Carey of Minnesota receives two bulls from a Viet Namese officer, sparking a humorous crisis over their fate and a barbecue plan.
Secretary Goldberg released long awaited statements showing the ten wealthiest unions in 1961. United Steelworkers led with over 105 million in gross receipts, followed by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and United Auto Workers. The list includes the Teamsters and other major unions with salaries for leaders noted as surprisingly modest.
Ingrid L Gleeson of 727 Second Ave Prospect Park argues for street repairs in Nassau Boulevard to Darby Creek area, claiming inequity in tax dollar benefits and demanding paved streets with sidewalks and curbstones. She asserts lower priced homes also deserve a fair share of city tax funding for road upkeep.
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