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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1962
Page
4
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NASA Administrator James E. Webb and aides urged optimism after the Soviet twin orbital flight but urged not to rush a manned moon mission. They stressed reliability and safety over haste, noting the prestige of being first cannot justify risking astronauts or the project.
A power boat helm stirs the tiger in a man as speed temptations rise. Reckless bends toss passengers, swimmers may be struck, and capsizes or crashes can follow from overconfidence. Emphasizes water safety as boat use grows, nearly as vital as highway safety.
The article notes James Monroe ranked highly by popularity and nearly unanimous re election in 1820 with one dissenting vote. It credits his enduring legacy to the Monroe Doctrine and mentions his name gracing the Polaris submarine, signaling lasting recognition of his impact.
Jim Bishop narrates a tense encounter with Theodore Dreiser in New York after a Kentucky trip. Bishop seeks a denial and an autograph but Dreiser refuses, sketching a plan for a lead on Dreiser’s alleged links to Harlan County miners. The exchange ends with Dreiser giving up the book and Bishop filing his piece.
The piece argues for a national tax reform plan and a non political commission to study federal taxation. It stresses shifting from short term revenue aims to long term economic growth through fair regulations and reduced top tax rates. It highlights potential gains in employment and national revenue from thoughtful reform.
A Washington paper column jots Senate intrigues and oddities. It notes George M. Humphrey profits on a nickel deal and ironies around a gift salmon from “the king” of Puget Sound anglers. It recounts antics at formal dinners, Amb Harman’s TV quip, and jokes about Senate aging powers and elevators in the Capitol.
A striking feature notes that the large standup Cashah collars can be flattened for a sleek look. The design enables a fashionable woman to accept dinner invitations with ease, blending practicality and style.
A letter laments Middletown street names for missing local honorees and urges a committee to create a logical system. It notes many streets bear generic names while deserving contributors remain unrecognized, proposes honoring residents through properly named avenues and streets.
Dorothy Kilgallen recalls Dr Curphey's omission about Marilyn Monroe's Friday night overdose and contemplates housekeeper Eunice Murray's role. The column also surveys Hollywood gossip from Sophia Loren to Brigitte Bardot and notes new ventures in TV and space policy.
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