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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1961
Page
6
Local Middletown paper details subscription costs for various delivery options and regions. It lists per week carrier rates, six day and seven day mail plans, and international pricing, all payable in advance, with publication by News-Journal Inc since 1857.
The Cuban revolt against Fidel Castro draws international denunciations with Roa alleging US mercenary involvement, which Stevenson calls false. The article cites Rusk's stance that the United States will not interfere, while Americans watch with anxiety and hope as the counter-revolution unfolds. The piece ends with a note about newlyweds and bill collectors lurking nearby.
The thirteenth anniversary of the State of Israel marks its growth and responsibility among nations. Israel has absorbed over a million immigrants and Americans have invested nearly 500 million dollars in Israel Bonds, supporting development while most proceeds stay in the United States for trade.
The piece describes an abrupt winter relapse in the north central region after spring preparations. Snow returns, snow shovels come back into use, motorists face driveways and ditches, and patience is urged as spring feels delayed yet again.
The piece traces Lou Walters life from a heart attack wake up in a hospital to a comeback. It chronicles his rise as a producer of girly revues, the Latin Quarter startups in New York Miami and Boston, plus a later Las Vegas return. Walters survives the scare, rebuilds, and refuses to accept an final end.
The report notes certain freighters operating solely between the Hawaiian Islands can carry twelve passengers each. It also highlights manhaden as an important commercial fish in the trade.
The president stated there will not be intervention by U S forces in Cuba. He noted military aid could be provided if a new Cuban government asks for help to protect American lives, under international law. The discussion contrasts intervention with lending aid in internal revolts and highlights implications for Latin America and the Monroe Doctrine.
In a satirical account George Dixon describes floating above a chair as if in orbit, sending weightless messages to the party, noting coffee in midair and a cheeky exchange with leaders. He signs off with a self mockery that his name translates to lame duck and friends call him Gaga.
The weather balloon descent ends a 21 day mission with observers noting the long flight and quick landing. The item hints at testing weather data collection and possible stray signals from atmospheric research.
An editorial argues U S policy toward Cuba and Laos shows resolve against Khrushchev. It says the nation should stand firm rather than buy friends, while noting Kennedy’s reply could avert war though brinkmanship remains a risk. Russia tests Western resolve with words, but may fail to ignite a larger conflict.
Broadway Bulletin reports a conflict between Jackie Gleason and Gene Kelly during the Paris shoot of Gigot. They compromis e with Kelly directing morning scenes and Gleason taking over in the afternoon as they await which versions will be used for release.
William Housh, a Central Avenue jeweler, joined Paterson Field Dayton's engineering dept to work on aircraft instruments. Ma. C. Maurer will represent Ohio State University at Penn State College sports day, as a Sophomore on the women's golf team. Police Chief Huch King notes Middletown earned honorable mention in the All Ohio Traffic Safety contest. two traffic fatalities were recorded in 1940.
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