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Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1971

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Gilligan Challenges Ohioans To Speak

Gilligan sworn as Ohio's 62nd governor pledging that Ohioans set their own course and that government reflects the will of the people. He urged citizens to prioritize general welfare over personal comfort and warned against environmental neglect while noting the nation’s achievements.

Columbus, Ohio John Joyce Gilligan Ohio Gilligan C. William O'Neill William J. Brown Joseph T. Ferguson Gertrude Donahey Ted W. Brown John W. Brown Statehouse America

Ten Sailors Missing In Tanker Collision Near England

In thick fog, two oil tankers collided nine miles off England's east coast. Texaco Caribbean 13404-ton ship sank after explosion. Patacas towed to shore. Coast Guard said 20 crew rescued, 19 by a Norwegian ship and one by a fishing trawler, with one rescuer critically injured.

Folkestone England English Channel Texaco Caribbean Coast Guard Patacas Ter Panama Dover Dungeness Paracas

Dry weather continues in Ohio with cold air incoming

Dry weather prevailed Sunday night across Ohio and is expected to continue though clouds increase. Temperatures were mostly in the 20s with Toledo at 17. Lows tonight will be mostly in the 20s as a cold high pressure mass from western Canada moves into the northern plains and brings 30s into Ohio. Yesterday's high was 31 and this morning's low 23.

Ohio Toledo Canada Plains

Governor Gilligan Keeps Busy On Inaugural Day

Governor John J. Gilligan's schedule on inauguration day included an 8 am mass at St. Joseph Cathedral a noon oath of office at the Statehouse ceremony and a gala at the Ohio Theater. He planned lunch with 50 to 75 Gilligan family members at the executive mansion and evening events at the Ohio State Fairgrounds with a reception and dinner in the Lausche Building.

Columbus St. Joseph Cathedral Statehouse Ohio Gilligan Executive Mansion Ohio Theater Ohio State Fairgrounds Lausche

Bolivian government crushes right wing army revolt in La Paz

President Juan Jose Torres announced the uprising had been quashed as loyalist troops surrounded the military headquarters in La Paz. Rebel leaders from The Nationalist Troops of the Armed Forces claimed to defend the revolution against imperialism while seeking refuge in foreign embassies.

LA Paz Bolivia Juan Jose Torres Torres Peru North America Jorge Sanchez Luis Roque Teran Col. Sanchez

Bigger Paychecks From 69 Tax Act Take Effect

Washington AP The Tax Reform Act of 1969 trims federal taxes by $9 billion over several years starting 1970 with this year’s $3.5 billion cut hitting singles hardest. A 4 percent Social Security tax rise is offset by higher standard exemptions and a new low income allowance. Benefits favor unmarrieds, the rich, and low earners. higher exemptions reduce paycheck deductions, and non itemizers get a tax break.

IRS

Who's Doing The Dishes For Gilligan Inauguration

Executive Caterers at Colum bus firm handles meals for incoming Governor John J. Gilligan. Over 60 000 pieces of china silver and glassware will be used for the inaugural dinner and ball at the Ohio State Fair grounds. Two days needed to clean after the event. 3000 pounds of tenderloin and 47000 small potatoes prepared, not counting cooking pots and pans. About 200 servers for the meal with contributions from well wishers at 100 or 135 a couple.

Columbus, Ohio Columbus John J. Gilligan Ohio State Fairgrounds

Tupamaros Kill Cop in Uruguay Kidnap Negotiation Warning

In Montevideo the Tupamaro urban guerrillas shot and killed off duty detective Jose Leandro Villalba as he left a bar with 45 caliber pistols. A note claimed the killing as payment to an informer while the group pressed government for talks on British Ambassador Geoffrey Jackson's kidnapping. Villalba was the 11th police officer slain by Tupamaros since 1965.

Montevideo Uruguay Geoffrey Jackson Jose Leandro Villalba Villalba

Humphrey Reenters Scene as Democratic Elder Statesman

Hubert Humphrey, after two years out, remains wary about another presidential bid yet sees potential in 1972. He labels Muskie the clear leader, notes Nixon as a strong opponent, and hints Nixon might forego another term. He positions himself as a tutor to Democrats and ready to counsel and raise funds if the party coalesces.

Carl P. Leubsdorf Washington Hubert H. Humphrey White House Minnesota Senate Humphrey Edmund S. Muskie Maine Nixon Lyndon B. Johnson Johnson Hubert Humphrey

Chuckle Class Reunion Confusion Looms Over Haircuts

A humorous note predicts future reunions will be muddled by evolving hairstyles as classmates meet again after many years. The quip suggests style changes will complicate recognition and social dynamics at gatherings.

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