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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1957
Page
1
The Defense Department disclosed that atomic rockets have been developed to blast down attacking bombers and are now available to U S air defense forces for high altitude use. The United States states it is prepared to employ these weapons if needed.
Secretary of Defense Wilson described atomic rockets as the most effective defense against air attack. The Pentagon outlined safety measures and tests, noting stored weapons do not radiate dangerous levels and would explode at high altitude if deployed. Speculation persists on hidden guided capabilities and overseas deployment.
The Soviet Union vetoed a Western bid to send United Nations mediation to Kashmir, the ninth such veto in the long dispute. The plan sought to have Gunnar Jarring travel to India and Pakistan to seek a settlement possibly via a UN force, while India objected to any move toward force.
U S Air Force Globemaster carries last supplies to 18 Americans at McMurdo as Operation Deep Freeze concludes its initial phase. Bases at Little America V and others part of IGY efforts, with next phase planned for October to resupply stations through Antarctic winter.
In Albuquerque Rio Grande Valley crows swarm the city causing noise and mischief. The birds peck at garbage, raid gardens, dive bomb pets, and perch over new TV antennas. Residents worry as legal limits keep them from being removed, while the clever flock displays organized behavior and a strong communal system.
A Demon jet fighter crashed into the Perquimans County High School garage in Hertford North Carolina injuring two mechanics named Van Roach and Preston Morgan. Coast Guard from Elizabeth City dispatched helicopters and lighter-than-air craft to search the area while the injured were taken to Chowan Hospital in Edenton.
A slight warming trend is forecast as high pressure moves east. Today and tonight reach a high near 45 with a low around 2. Friday looks cloudier and warmer with a high near 48 and occasional showers. Middletown recorded 35 for yesterday's high and a 15 degree low this morning.
Ohio State University women students prepare for Co-ed Week starting Monday. The highlight will be the Golddiggers Ball as part of campus activities and celebrations.
Abba Eban, Israel's UN envoy, greeted by 40 right wing demonstrators in Jerusalem urging no retreat from Gaza and Gulf of Aqaba. Government to state position after Eban's report, amid Eisenhower radio address reactions and press critique. No surrender, say editors.
President Eisenhower backed U N sanctions against Israel in a radio speech urging withdrawal from Gaza and the Gulf of Aqaba. Israeli leaders prepared a response as Nasser and Arab states pressed for action while Britain Denmark Canada and Australia opposed sanctions. The U N General Assembly faced a Friday decision with two thirds support needed.
The General Assembly delayed its Middle East debate until tomorrow as the United States seeks renewed efforts for Israel to withdraw from Egypt and the Gaza Strip. Abba Eban arrived to report to Ben-Gurion, while the U S calls for moves behind 1949 lines.
In Dallas a $1.26 million City Hall remodeling project halted after 175 construction workers picketed over Jamison, a one-armed Black elevator operator earning $50 weekly, with the firm offering $112 weekly union scale. Jansen Construction faced 200 layoffs at other sites as union officials denied blocking Jamison.
The Chuckle features a bantering scene where a lovesick engineer accuses Beauteous Blonde of dating others. She retorts that his heart is hers but the rest of her will enjoy life for a while.
In Goepplingen Germany the 8th Infantry Division commander urged officers to avoid dating German maids employed in Army housing and other local workers. Spokesmen denied an official policy but warned such relationships could be embarrassing or lead to perceived favoritism.
International Brotherhood of Teamsters head Dave Beck says he will attend union meetings in Europe through March. He had previously said he would be available late next month to testify before the U.S. Senate Labor Committee investigating labor rackets.
Letters in Shimbun debate bathhouse behavior as women quarrel over propriety. Ayako Taimaki, 39, condemns loud singing and undignified conduct while Kiyoko Kosuge, 35, argues nudity and self admiration are feminine privileges.
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