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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1960
Page
3
The Middletown Journal informs readers of subscription prices including per copy and mail rates in-city, trading area, outside trading area, and outside U S A. It notes advance payment and lists publication details and a biblical quote.
The article defends trademarked drugs against generic-name mandates, arguing brands help physicians identify distinctive药 products and preserve safety, quality, and incentives for innovation. It warns compulsory licensing could lower drug reliability, curb new developments, and erode standards, with FDA limits insufficient to inspect all lots.
A Hong Kong AP bulletin warns that Communist China could obtain nuclear bombs within two years, possibly via Soviet aid. It argues Mao and Chou may wage war to reshape the West and urges careful policy response, noting disarmament talks as a potential path to limit Red China’s arms.
Fulton Lewis Jr reports on Joe Martin and Harold Stassen at the 1960 Republican National Convention in Chicago. Martin, a former five time presiding officer of conventions and ex House leader, sits dejected as Halleck ousts him in 1959. Stassen, aged 53, faces broad voter rejection and dwindling influence as Nixon forces and Rockefeller drafts overshadow him.
The city heated over a forecast error as temperatures stayed above 100 degrees for the 11th day. Police Chief Hugh A. King and street superintendent W. S. Conklin discussed painting pedestrian crossing lanes at intersections with traffic lights. Joseph T. Riley named business manager at Middletown Hospital by the Board of Trustees.
Statistics show the United States at 63 621 000 telephones while the Soviet Union has 3 558 000 sparking jokes about communication. A rare flower is found only in North Carolina and Japan per a botanist. Chiang Ching ku o, son of Chiang Kai shek, is promoted to second grade general amid sharp quips about his rank.
The Chicago Republican convention left delegates hopeful and energized after Nixon Lodge acceptance speeches and Eisenhower influence. Rockefeller’s tactics and Judd’s keynote were pivotal as Republicans vow limited federal intervention and steady private enterprise growth while avoiding new wars.
Dorothy Kilgallen reports Vivien Leigh ready to cooperate with Laurence Olivier on divorce and remarry soon. Rumors swirl around Mayor Wagner and Kennedy circle. Dovima sues Eileen Ford for defamation. Ray Anthony flirts with Diane Hall. Saint Lubber eyes Jean Arthur return. North Brunswick murder mystery widens to dr Clarke remarriage rumors.
The column notes Audrey Hepburn, newly a mother, will return to film with Breakfast at Tiffanys, and Bette Davis linked to a Broadway musical It Gives Me Great Pleasure. Maria Callas and Aristotle Onassis rumored marriage looms, while Paul Anka attracts large bids for his autobiography at eighteen.
Histories note the jackrabbit earned its name from ears thought to resemble a jackass. European miles varied greatly from 3,300 to over 36,000 feet before metric adoption, with the kilometer replacing the mile officially.
Middletown residents report the Miami Valley Chautauqua opening at the new Franklin Hydraulic Co site. The grove along the Great Miami River features 1200 trees, a 5000-seat auditorium, Tent Town with 200 white tents, and modern hotel facilities. Champ Clark opened the first session with wit and eloquence as crowds arrive by tram, boat, and horse-drawn carriage.
At the Republican National Convention Leverett Saltonstall, Massachusetts senator and Nixon ally, faced an awkward moment amid Nixon-Rockefeller ties. Dixon Lloyd of Wyoming misidentified as Rockefeller, while a Winthrop Rockefeller widow appears among Massachusetts delegates. Senator Gordon Allott urged endorsement of Nixon Rockefeller education points, amid questions about principle and leadership.
Mrs Angela McAlpin a Rockefeller kinwoman from Massachusetts hosts a “Massachusetts get-together” party for delegates at the Pal mer House Wabash Room. Cocktails flow as photographers photograph the hostess with an orchid, pressuring Sen Saltonstall to provide dramatic orchid placement.
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