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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1960
Page
4
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The American Medical Association demands a retraction from AMA criticizers who accuse the group of opposing federally funded medical services for Social Security beneficiaries. Dr. Louis M. Orr says the memo distorts truth and refutes all 14 allegations. The AMA asserts it opposes harmful health measures, not voluntary sickness plans.
The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association marks 25 years. The Cleveland Plain Dealer lauds rural electrification with 96 percent farm service, but notes only 20 percent of new customers are farms and 80 percent are rural non farm users. The piece argues REA should borrow at market rates and be self supporting rather than rely on government subsidies.
A Newsweek piece by Raymond Moley stresses a clear line between business and businessmen in politics. He argues businessmen should push civic participation to support a democratic system, allowing voters access to all sides of issues beyond labor or corporate perspectives.
Jim Bishop chronicles Captain Young and co-pilot on Eastern 325 a flight from Point Pleasant to Andrews. The Electra maintains 410 mph climbs and descents, navigates by radar and markers, lands at Baltimore area, confirms clearance, and completes the leg before beginning the next.
A reader claims a simpler method exists to earn 19 700 dollars with less effort. The statement suggests a practical approach but provides no concrete steps or verifiable details.
A Michigan reader asks if candidates practice their civil rights stance in private life and examines state actions against motels for alleged civil rights violations. The letter notes questions of racial inclusion, economic impact on minority guests, and potential penalties for owners, urging caution over public retaliation.
Grand Rapids Press clipping argues the West Michigan Association has become a punitive club enforcing an attorney general ruling. Executive members insist American principle requires a day in court for the accused, noting defendants have not had one, and no complainant to the attorney.
Washington report from the Republican Women’s Conference notes strong emotional support for Dick Nixon among 6000 attendees. Reporters describe supporters as eager for a running mate and discuss Thruston Morton’s fears of a conservative ticket, with Barry Goldwater named as a potential ally or rival.
Letters echoing that social customs are private and businesses should choose customers, citing Truman’s comment on sit ins. Boycotts used to intimidate independent business activity. The issue spans the South and northern cities as civil rights tensions threaten private rights.
National Geographic Society notes Ice Age in Europe and America ended about 10 000 years ago. It recalls Sahara once hosted abundant rivers and fertile plains. Madagascar orchids are pollinated by Xanthopan morgani with an eight inch proboscis. About one million insect species exist, with roughly three quarters identified.
Dave Regan writes from the Valley of the Sun about relentless heat with daily highs near 80, air conditioner habits, and a quick razor repair. He extols Route 66 as a joy of travel, notes escalating highway division, and estimates travel costs at about $20 a day for two people with affordable meals and lodging.
Dorothy Kilgallen notes Kay Summersby now Kay Morgan in CBS costume department with a wartime memory stirred talk. Italian gov officials discuss a Kremlin pact amid Hollywood gossip about Elizabeth Taylor Eddie Fisher cafe near UN. Adlai Stevenson backers push Adair for president via chain letters. Abbe Lane to perform with Xavier Cugat’s 65 piece orchestra in South America. Meredith Willson praises Arlyne Frank for a major role. Lew Ayres may wed Joanne Dru as she bakes recipes on the phone. London critics pan Flower Drum Song. Danny Kaye near Las Vegas gig. A glamor girl helps Bob O’Shea Martha Raye’s ex-husband as model. Simone Signoret Oscar win sparks wishful revivals. private eyes monitor disc jockeys for leverage.
Tomorrow brings happy hours for Family affairs social activities and intellectual interests. Outdoor pursuits like gardening sports and real estate dealings are favored. If tomorrow is your birthday you enter a period where past anxieties lessen though effort may increase. August September and late December promise travel romance and lively social activity. A born child will be talented ambitious and prone to lasting resentments.
On April 11 1940 city commissioner Ralph Pearson was named head of Middletown's new Safety Council and will attend the Ohio Safety Congress in Columbus. Other members include Ralph Reed tire Robert Schultz traffic Mrs W A Pennington home Dr F E T Storer health Arthur Albaugh public safety E E Grant safety education Ralph Z Mooe safety engineer C M Allen industrial safety B E Sooy public relations T K Wenrick schools C H Pippert City Commission and Walter J Braun city manager.
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