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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1964
Page
8
AP reports two veteran senators Barry Goldwater and Lyndon Johnson, once friendly colleagues, set for a hard fought presidential race. The piece notes Goldwater may press aggressive attacks while Johnson aims for measured, dignified campaigning and a calm contrast in the general election.
An Army helicopter crashed during Lyndhurst Home Day, but Capt. Milt Mayhew the pilot and sole occupant escaped injuries. The craft tipped during takeoff from Lyndhurst Park near Akron, damaging the tail section after the rotor struck the ground.
A general observation notes alcoholism commonly strikes individuals in the 35 to 55 age range, with implications for health, productivity, and social welfare. The statement relies on broad demographics rather than specific study data.
The 1964 campaign centers on farm policy with Republicans criticizing federal controls and subsidies while proposing voluntary programs and soil bank style diversions. Democrats maintain subsidy support but GOP proposals target price supports and beef import restrictions amid farm income concerns.
State Chairman William L. Coleman appears likely to cede the Ohio Democratic national committeeman post to ease party tensions. Reports say Cuyahoga County Chair Albert S. Porter could be named to the national post, while Coleman may give up dual roles ahead of the August caucus in Columbus to choose delegates for Atlantic City. The caucus could be held August 7 8 or 10 at the Neil House with 225 delegates and alternates eligible. Coleman has led the state party since 1956 and was national committeeman since 1960 after defeating opposition from Sen. Stephen M. Young. Young has endorsed Coleman for state chairman, making him a strong contender for the caucus.
Gov Edward Breathitt will urge enactment of a state public accommodations law in Kentucky despite political risks. He has called lawmakers to an informal special session after the assembly rejected a civil rights bill, arguing federal law leaves gaps and state action is needed. Former Gov Hap Chandler warns civil rights will deeply divide the state.
U S Steel Corp announced the purchase of two Pittsburgh Chemical Co divisions and 50 percent of Oxo Chemicals Co stock for about 8.25 million dollars. The Industrial Chemicals and Protective Coatings Division was bought at the Pittsburgh Chemical Nev ille Island Plant near Pittsburgh. Oxo Chemicals of Haverill Ohio, an Archie manufacturer, was jointly owned by Pittsburgh Chemical and Standard Oil of Indiana.
First of 23 contestants will arrive late Monday after noon for Cedar Point events. A two mile parade Tuesday evening features over 20 marching units and contestants. Gov Rhodes has proclaimed the week Miss Ohio Pageant Week as three nights of public program begin Wednesday in Cedar Point ballroom.
Coleman cooperates with Porter, a rising power in Ohio's populous area, aiding the Cuyahoga County engineer in statewide activities. Porter’s selection as national committeeman signals party stalwarts’ push for unity at the caucus and convention.
Atlanta report notes rabies rising 18 percent versus last year due to wildlife outbreaks. Dr. Robert Scholtens says trapping wildlife is only partial control while vaccines remain standard for bite cases. The CDC studies rabies in animals, with domestic cases down from 8000 to 600 annually and wild cases rising toward 3000.
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