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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1966
Page
4
The Cape Kennedy test sends the Saturn IB and Apollo Moonship aloft with the Command and Service Modules aboard. The outer shell uses Aeronca stainless steel honeycomb and Armco Space Age Steels designed for high heat during re entry. The Lunar Excursion Module was not part of this flight.
Census Bureau report Americans at Mid-Decade notes 1960 to 1966 urban growth remains rapid, with 60 percent living in 228 metropolitan areas. Suburban flight slows as downtown renovation gains momentum, signaling more stable regions and a national population above 195 million. Emphasis on improving urban life quality as growth continues.
The Patent Office grants patent number 12 235 247 to Clyde A Tolson longtime FBI associate director. The invention is a device that opens and closes windows automatically allowing a bedside button to shut a window on cold mornings. Tolson previously patented a bottle cap in 1960.
Obituary reminiscence about Billy Rose and the contrast between public image and private life. The piece recalls Rose’s pursuit of fame wealth and women, his Manhattan mansion and lavish lifestyle as observed by Jim Bishop.
The writer reflects on public memory and obituaries through portraits of Harry Cohn Mark Hellinger and Jackie Gleason and Kennedy Adlai Stevenson. He notes the ethical challenge of portraying living subjects and the fading glare of fame after death. He imagines his own tombstone remark about escaping judgment.
Washington editorials warn the United States confronts its biggest postwar crisis over Viet Nam. They argue the conflict has global stakes, demand unity, and urge sustained commitment from allied nations to avoid a broader war while criticizing domestic demoralization and misperceptions.
President Johnson, preoccupied with Viet Nam, met Israeli Foreign Minister Abba Eban to reinforce U S commitment in the Middle East and in Viet Nam. Eban urged more arms and conditions on Egypt aid while praising U S protection of Israel and Vietnamese independence as parallel aims.
States the scope of pet theft in the United States with an annual 2 250 000 dogs and cats used for research. Describes alleged theft rings, cruel treatment, and calls for a federal offense for animal stealing. Encourages support for Humane Associations and leash laws to prevent losses.
Paul Harvey recalls Fred Busbey, a devoted public servant and ardent patriot, honored at his funeral. The minister’s tribute emphasizes bravery loyalty integrity and dignity while highlighting Busbey’s service in war congress and the American Legion and his quiet faith.
Hal Boyle jokes about craving change in daily life and world events. He imagines absurd reforms from two paydays a week to Congress banning youths, while noting networks, celebrities, and Viet Nam topics as part of the wishful thinking.
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