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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1966
Page
4
Initial signs suggest Medicare may soon prove its worth within the Social Security system. Officials pushed to sign up those 65 and over and ensure they understand procedures as hospitals largely cooperate. The real tests will be the medical profession’s attitude and the capacity of care facilities to meet rising demand.
The piece notes ongoing right wing strength within the Republican Party, with Ronald Reagan defeating George Christopher in California, Steven Derounian renominated in New York, and Goldwaterite candidates in Montana Wyoming and the South. It argues the 1964 split endures, despite calls for unity from the party leadership.
The piece notes fans prize aggressive play like the Gas House Gang but rejects throwing at batters. It cites incidents: Jim Perry injured with the Twins and White Sox manager Eddie Stankie, and a Cubs Met clash where Ron Santo was fractured by Jack Fisher. It argues beaning is not provable as intentional and urges managers to deter near-misses.
Jim Bishop highlights safe boating practices with his family on Away We Go IV a 1960 Richardson cabin cruiser. He outlines a safety checklist covering gasoline sniffers bilge blowers hatches pumps ship-to-shore phones barometers radios life preservers and regular system checks before and during voyage.
Washington grapples with preventing large scale airline strikes that would disrupt travel and the US mail. Five carriers dominate two thirds of air passenger business and employ 94,000 workers, yet a national solution remains blocked by labor unions and incomplete statutes. A fact finding board's recommendations were rejected, prompting renewed talk of compulsory arbitration akin to Kennedy era rail settlements.
Paul Harvey argues against imposing American representative government abroad and cites the Dominican Republic election turmoil. He recalls Balaguer's decisive victory, Bosch’s defeat, and subsequent violence, warning against foreign meddling and the dangers of gunfire in enforcing democracy. He contrasts U S restraint with revolutionary regimes and warns against aggressive intervention.
The article argues for permanent arbitration in transportation and shipping, noting government regulation already exists in these sectors. It criticizes Congress for avoiding action on labor problems while unions flood campaigns and organize across districts. It also faults the President for not pushing timely legislation.
The United States endures painful strikes as lawmakers show indifference to labor relations statutes. Observers note the strike issue may influence voting nationwide in November. Republicans show mixed support for labor, while Democrats largely back unions, and a broad nationwide tie up could sway congressional districts against the party in power.
Dave Regan notes summer television has been weak but sees improvement this season with Rowan and Martin John Gary and John Davidson leading replacements for regulars. He suggests summer programs may tempt audiences back and even influence winter schedules as daylight hours remain long.
Ruth Montgomery argues Reagan should consider George Murphy as a serious threat in California politics. Murphy, a former song and dance man turned senator, has raised millions, spoken in 32 states, and advocates bold bipartisan stance. He targets poverty programs, defends free enterprise, and leverages Hollywood appeal to boost GOP fundraising and campaigns nationwide.
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