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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1960
Page
4
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Congressional discussions on sex and violence in films and prints spark warnings about civil rights and press freedom. Subcommittee heads consider a self regulated purity code, while experts urge let courts decide obscenity and push for tougher penalties and broader Post Office powers.
Public health officials expect this flu outbreak to be lighter than the 1997 epidemic that affected millions. The piece traces influenza from 17th century stars to the 1918 pandemic, notes vaccine advances and antibiotics reducing related deaths, and cites advice to rest, stay warm, seek medical care, and avoid relapse.
Washington report outlines internal GOP bitterness as Rep. William E. Miller is chosen to lead the Congressional Campaign Committee after Richard Simpson's death. Old Guard versus Young Turk factions clash as Nixon seeks party unity and a GOP House in November. Reece resigns in protest, with Nixon planning a dinner to mediate.
Recent tabulations show Middletown would collect 17278 dollars less in 1940 than in 1939 from classified and tangible personal property taxes. E S Myers, publisher of the Middletown Journal, was re elected vice president of the Associated Ohio Dailies. Frank Dobrozs and F A Badger said 604 voters were declared ineligible to vote in the May primaries for failure to vote in the past two general elections.
The piece questions Democratic claims that Republicans seek to politicize defense policy and argues that defense contractors donate to both parties. It notes Republicans used top Defense Department officials at a fund dinner to present their case while Democrats accuse unethical practices. The author cautions against singling out defense contractors and calls for fair play across parties.
George Dixon recaps a two part tall tale from Washington about Lyndon Johnson hosting Humphrey and Waters for deer hunting at a Texas ranch. The story includes humorous misidentifications among Sparkman Lausche Aiken and Kirwan’s ear injury from a Tennessee governor's gunfire. A bill removing the excise tax on aromatic cashew nuts has passed both houses and awaits Ike’s action.
Factographs note that Negrito girls of the Philippine islands carry perfume on their ears. The item presents a peek at customs without commentary.
A rescued dog found eight puppies with new owners after being kicked from a car hours earlier. The grateful mother bonds with her eight hungry young, and the adoptive couple vow to place them in homes when weaned. Some readers know the owners, though names are withheld to prevent possible reclaim.
Dorothy Kilgallen notes Yul Brynner’s romance with Doris Kleiner as she flaunts an engagement ring. Tony Christi ani courts Ricky Nelson in Los Angeles while other showbiz figures face scandal and new ventures from a dipping theatre owner to a water‑proof car prototype.
Horoscope notes possible business situations and a pragmatic outlook will help you stay on track. Look for glamour in romance while avoiding overoptimism. Birthday guidance warns of March to August financial challenges but with courage they can be solved.
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