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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1960
Page
4
Middletown Journal announces subscription prices for week day and Sunday editions, with in city and suburban carrier rates, mail rates for local trading area, outside area, and international, all payable in advance. Established 1857. Bible verse quoted.
Riots near Salisbury and Bulawayo rise as three NDP leaders are arrested. NDP aims moderate reform but fears of independence and white minority control grow. Banda seeks secession, while Welensky pushes federation with Nyasaland and Northern Rhodesia under British protection.
A joint resolution proposes naming Election Day National Voters Day to promote citizen education, simplified voting rules, shorter ballots, and removal of low importance offices from popular vote. The plan urges civil groups to aid voter education and seeks steps to ease legal voting obstacles while retaining the election date.
Bitter reactions sweep Midwestern politicians as Nixon contemplates Henry Cabot Lodge as running mate. Indiana condemns Lodge while favoring Goldwater or Morton, Illinois and Wisconsin leaders urge a shift, and Minnesota Michigan and North South Dakota delegates clash over the choice. Lodge’s loyalty record and 1952 landslide contrasts fuel opposition.
City Commission discussed appointing George Wedekind of Queen City Flying Service as manager of Middletown Airport during a regular session. The Nazarene Young People’s Society re elected Rev Charles Henderson as district president at the Ohio District assembly in Columbus. Governor Bricker spoke on democracy after reviewing 4000 marchers in Hamilton Preparedness Day parade with troops from Middletown Hamilton Lebanon Franklin and Cincinnati.
George E. Sokolsky argues after a six thousand mile tour that Americans, though imperfect, show rising living standards and faith in God. He cites ordinary workers, a policeman with a tight budget, and a Northwestern University student, noting optimism, honesty, and self reliance amid growth and crime.
Hollywood star George Murphy served as ringmaster for the Republican National Convention amid a chaotic atmosphere. He recounted fears of imposters and a bunting scam, then realized he left cue sheets on the platform after a long night as staff scurried to manage the event.
Nudists from the United States Germany France Canada Greece Spain and other nations gather in Solbakken Sweden for a historic Naturist Olympic Games event. Medals are awarded to top performers in various naturist sports while participants embrace the sun and sport in a peaceful gathering.
Paul Harvey notes both major parties see a tough race after the 1960 convention. He observes GOP and Democratic leaders lack enthusiasm and fear a brutal campaign driven by personalities and religion. Both sides vow defense, tax cuts, and civil rights rhetoric while courting liberal and conservative bases.
New York night club owners seek relief from slumping business while Hollywood figures swing in and out of headlines. Vic Damone headlines a West Coast cafe show. Teddy Wilson negotiates a separation. Joan Crawford’s romance and Clip Squires’ pursuit loom large. Major names like McCarthy, Gable, Balin, Dors, Swanson, Grant, and Lerner Loewe pepper the scene as industry shifts unfold.
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