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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1960
Page
4
Fulton Lewis Jr reports minimal support for Rockefeller at the Chicago National Convention as Nixon faces personal commitments. Delegates from Empire State falter, with Connell’s take on Rockefeller’s impact, while Stratton and others fear shifting power and potential vice presidential picks.
Paul Harvey argues that paid demonstrators flooding the convention floor distort genuine political discourse. He condemns staged chaos as a perversion of democracy while defending free protest within limits and urging authentic delegate expression over scripted, marketable spectacle.
The end of the Malayan insurgency marks a turning point as the federation plans major spending on roads bridges water supply power health and rural welfare. Government tallies show 6700 guerrillas killed 1300 captured 2700 surrendered with police casualties and civilian deaths. Sultan Selangor declares brighter days ahead and renewed resolve to oppose the Malayan Communist Party.
Cyprus moves toward independence with elections for a Republic to be proclaimed on August 1. Archbishop Makarios to lead the new government with Fazie-Kutchik as Turkish vice president. Britain to retain base areas totaling 29 square miles and 25 sites, prompting mixed reactions as Cyprus seeks aid and stability amid unresolved nationalist frictions.
A brief note describes petunias as modest beside roses begonias chrysanthemums and delphiniums. It notes funnel shaped blossoms typically white or pink and mentions the petunia’s restrained charm in floricultural discourse of the era.
Indiana delegates reject Rockefeller on the ticket saying his inclusion would cost the party wins in the state. South Dakota threatens to back Goldwater for vice president unless Rockefeller disavows liberal views. Anti Rockefeller sentiment runs through the Midwest West and South while eastern backers prefer Lodge. Rockefeller appears politically isolated.
A jumble of notes mentions an engineer’s mechanical device for baseball, India’s president offering to cut his salary, a giant arapaimia fish, a whale misnomer, and rising vehicle numbers. The piece also alludes to domestic chores and a doctor’s remark about wives’ workloads in a breezy, informal style.
Chicago witnesses a massive crowd of at least 1,009,000 rallying behind Dwight Eisenhower who touts a record of keeping the nation out of war and fostering economic strength. He contends the administration offers prosperity, security, and a peace driven by strength.
George Dixon visits the press pit at the International Amphitheatre and laments mixed metaphors from reporters. He notes a barrage of clichés about the Nixon Rockefeller marriage and quotes observers, including Sen. Barry Goldwater and Sen. Kuchel, as he flees the scene after a flood of weak lines.
Laura Kimball, 135 N Broad St, ends a long retail career at John Ross Store after starting at Edson Johnson Dry Goods. GOP rally speaker Farry N Reutzman from Ohio's Third District addressed the Butler County Fairgrounds gathering with eight southwest counties present. Ross Snyder, board of education secretary treasurer, spoke at the Community Mission.
Simone Signoret faces long separations with Yves Montand amid love and worry over marriage. Maynard Ferguson dispute delays Quaker City Jazz Festival billing. Domenico Modugno's Stay Here With Me tops Europe. New York cab security debates resurface. Proposals to arm cabbies circulate after frequent night robberies.
Johnny Nash impressed Basin Street club management with Greensleeves style performance and will return on a full week schedule ahead of plan. Congo independence stamp from Belgium features a white girl and a black girl with a doll symbolizing United Nations forces.
Comedian Artie Dann sues the Fontainebleau Hotel for 250000 after slipping on soap in a bathroom. He suffers serious injuries and claims a role in a Jerry Lewis film was lost due to a wheelchair confinement. Agriculture Secretary Benson shocks Republicans by saying he was asked to campaign. Farm state candidates.
Former accountant turned comedian Bob Newhart leaps to No 1 with The Button Down Mind of Bob Newhart. Dr Joyce Brothers appears stressed during a strained dinner at Bruno's Pen and Pencil with an NBC escort. Faye Emerson continues to back Stevenson for President.
Deborah Kerr speaks about finding inner peace after public scrutiny. She notes that many seek fame and publicity but must accept the worst, and recalls a childhood lesson that nothing is fair. She reflects on generational upbringing and enduring trouble.
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