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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1966
Page
6
A National Education Association report notes growing harassment of schools from groups across the spectrum. It argues citizens may seek change but must avoid threats and ultimatums, urging support for educators and elected boards to guide reform within the American tradition.
The piece surveys the Batman craze with 1960s TV sound effects and serial replays, hints at Broadway Superman comedy and Wonder Woman and Green Hornet TV, then shifts to Secretary Rusk rejecting Pax Americana and US role as gendarmes of the universe. It notes critics’ view that U S actions often imply world dominance despite denials.
The piece praises J C Penney at age ninety for his steady, modest life. It recounts his humble Missouri origins, religious faith, and refusal to overexert. It cites six core principles shaping his career: preparation, hard work, honesty, confidence in others, spirit, and applying the Golden Rule.
A mother writer notes her 11 year old son wants to imitate her daily news briefs and witty editorials. She worries about libel, language, and whether his ambition signals a future in journalism or mischief.
In Washington President Johnson abandons hope of repealing section 14 B as Sen Dirksen filibusters to block a vote. Majority Leader Mansfield shows no drive to push the bill, while Dirksen lines up over 40 senators to sustain months of debate. Labor fears defeat could signal a winter of discontent for Johnson.
The AFL CIO fights into 1966 to repeal Taft Hartley Section 14b while Everett Dirksen defends states rights and reapportionment. Meany faces pressure as Meany staff counter tales of a potential deal with Dirksen. Public sentiment and congressional unease frame a tense political clash.
A widow describes a 17 month battle to access her husband’s estate. She details bank withdrawals, life insurance, Social Security benefits, and legal fees draining the estate. She contrasts treatment of rich and poor clients and warns of looming socialized law schemes masquerading as reform.
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