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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1960
Page
6
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Hoffa and his 100 lawyers press lawsuits to delay his corruption trial and seek grounds for appeal. The monitor system faces criticism from Hoffa backers, Congress, and various press outlets, amid management changes and calls for investigations of Judge Letts. A Florida real estate funded charge and leadership shift further frame the dispute.
As Togoland nears independence from France on Wednesday the territory risks a clash with neighboring Ghana. Ghanaian Premier Kwame Nkrumah seeks to fold Togoland into a province, while Togolese Premier Sylvanus Olympio accuses him of imperialism and seeks alliances with French speaking states for defense.
Nixon rejects compulsory socialized medicine and endorses a Bridges proposal to keep Blue Cross and Group Hospitalization voluntary while the federal government insures insurers against high costs. The White House rebuked Health Secretary Flemming for backing Forand.
A Yugoslav bus driver wins first prize a free bus trip prompting disbelief. Mount Etna erupts continuously with explosions every three minutes. Etna, Europe’s tallest volcano, threatens disruption as Ecuador awaits its presidential vote. Three New York junior high boys win awards for shining each other’s shoes in a playful twist on school praise.
In a speech to editors Adlai Stevenson warned that modern voters seek comfort and avoid political responsibility, echoing Britain’s 1950s Conservative win. He and colleagues discuss economic contentment as a tide aiding incumbents, while Republicans tout peace and prosperity as the case for continuity.
Paul Harvey muses on Britain's withdrawal from space projects and massive Earth investments. He praises Britain's judiciary, police, and imperial bonds, wonders at its enduring influence, and questions the source of its power beyond debt and empire.
Stevens, manager of the F. W. Woolworth Store in operation 26 years, was honored at a Manchester Hotel luncheon by the Retail Merchants Association. T. C. Venable received a gold medal from the National Institute of Social Sciences for distinguished service to humanity. Harold B. Royse was reassigned to Port Kembla Australia as temporary director of operations for Commonwealth Rolling Mills Proprietary Ltd.
Columbia University scientists report Peruvians and Mexicans show tougher bites than Americans with jaw pressures of 184 and 127 pounds respectively. Gibraltar is the British Commonwealth’s smallest territory at two square miles. The US Army stopped spiral khaki leggings in 1938. Liechtenstein spans 61 square miles with 15 thousand people and a history dating to 1342 under Count Hartmann II.
Dave Regan notes rapid warm weather sparks a vivid spring display with blooming redbud forsythia and double flowering trees. He highlights a weeping cherry in his yard drawing steady attention and urges readers to visit Brown's Run Hueston Woods and Indian Mounds to enjoy the season before summer arrives.
Cary Cooper’s health worries friends as rumors swirl about careers and rest. Russians allegedly claim credit for My Fair Lady after Moscow opening with a critic’s cautious note. Lopez’s memoir teases Betty Hutton. she signs a release. Norma Donaldson appears with dancer links. Boston previews provoke debate on a British stage import.
The reading notes slight tension in personal relations but suggests optimism and understanding to avoid friction. It highlights strong signals for scientific pursuits and potential uptrends in job and finances around a birthday. For Taurus, May 1 to August 31 brings a turning point in business, health and family during a subsequent four months, with August social activity and possible short journey. December promises new business opportunities in 1961. A child born today is described as generous and artistically inclined.
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