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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1962
Page
4
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A commentary on the rise of motion pictures capturing historic moments from John Glenn’s orbital flight to future lunar missions. The piece argues public access will grow, shaping attitudes and political decisions as people witness events once confined to reports. A presidential commission targets railway featherbedding, prompting a push to hire more firemen to quell the debate.
House Appropriations Committee trimmed the Secret Service budget and fewer than 30 new agents. Chief James J. Rowley warned of a near doubling of counterfeit notes last year and urged an expanded force to avert a broader threat to the monetary system. Surgeon General Luther L. Terry also announced a major campaign against the common cold.
The piece cites Roger Tubby and quoted Kennedy urging officials to speak civilly to Communist leaders. It notes Rusk’s belief that bluster does not win the cold war and that direct, open channels between East and West are vital. It asks whether hostile personal attacks or violence would aid U.S. aims.
California lawmaker Rep. John Rousseidt urges the House Banking and Currency Committee to probe the finances of 32 nonscheduled carriers after three fatal crashes within a year. He claims their precarious status contributes to a disgraceful safety record. Crashes cited include Arctic Pacific Air Lines in Toledo in 1960, President Airlines in Shannon in 1960, and Imperial Airlines in Richmond in 1961, with many victims including students, workers, and military recruits.
Rep Rousselot and Rep Walter press a private investigation into the Civil Aeronautics Board era and FAA oversight. They cite six bankrupt non sked lines including Arctic Pacific Aviation Westair Seattle and Conner Airlines among others, alleging dangerous maintenance and unsafe operations.
David Lawrence argues that while global friction persists, the urge for sovereignty and self-determination remains. the United Nations is a realistic tool to curb imperial ambitions and preserve independence. He warns the cold war relies on strength and honest governance over self-serving alliances.
George Dixon Johnson lauds bipartisan support as Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson sits beside John Glenn in the orbital parade. The piece notes Glenn’s credit to the American people and recalls Eddie Hebert’s cropping anecdote. It also covers Sen Pow ers’ testimony before the Senate Armed Services Committee and the broad bipartisan praise from both parties.
Dr W S Keller of the U S Public Health Service told the executive board of Middletown Red Cross that civil defense work would intensify. Dr J A Carter was named chair of the medical division of the local Defense Council to ensure rapid treatment in air raid emergencies. C W Elliott announced 300 neighborhood wardens have been named to support the preparedness program.
Mr Hebert entered to find himself face to face with Glenn who had been commandeered for a private session by the Old Swamp Fox. Chairman Vinson and Republican Whip Les Arends of Illinois were present with the ranking Democratic member Rep Mendel.
A report notes thieves break into a Bethune meat packing plant described as a mile of sausages in a dispatch. Grandpappy Jenkins quips about popularity by five words. A two man team winds about 300 clocks in the Capitol Building in Washington. In Belgrade a man won a bet by butt drinking from the bottom of a keg with his head.
Dave Regan reflects on March as a month of anticipation. He links St Patrick’s Day spring and opening day of baseball with daily plans and summer trips, noting practical limits like money, clothes, and cars. He argues anticipation can surpass realization and urges early planning.
Dorothy Kilgallen reports industry actions against party record discs that alter lyrics to be risqué with two women singled out for test litigation. The column also notes social figures, Broadway figures, and entertainment industry movements in New York and London, with brief updates on performers and events.
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