Sugar coated six million study on cereal and kids
A broad defense of the FTC probe into TV advertising for sugary cereals, arguing the $66 million price tag is excessive and unnecessary. The piece cites nutritionists and educators, questions constitutional grounds, and contends advertisers and networks would resist any ban on high sugar commercials aimed at children. It also notes Senator Weicker’s opposition and suggests simple parental limits as an alternative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Federal Trade Commission
FTC
Consumers Union
John Walsh
New York Institute For Child Development
Chi
Shivers
Madison Avenue
Weicker
Battle Over Who Should Grace New Dollar Coin Faces Senate
Treasury chief hints Liberty figure could replace Susan B. Anthony on future coin as House women push for Anthony. Critics fault inflation and politics, while supporters argue women’s rightful tribute, and a late Nixon defense book prompts reflections on virtue and rehabilitation.
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Congress
Administration
Treasury
Blumenthal
Liberty
House
Susan B. Anthony
Hell
Louis Nizer
Richard Nixon
Nixon
David Frost
Middletown Embraces Bicycle Craze and Local Sports Scene
Spring 1894 notes a bicycle boom led by the Columbia bicycle made locally by Miami Cycle & Manufacturing Co. Women ride safety bicycles. YMCA Wheelman's Club plans trips to Hamilton and Franklin. Local horsemen keep racing at the Middletown Driving Club track south of the city. the Gun Club opens with new electric traps and live bird shoots. An undercover sport captivates interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
Miami Cycle & Manufacturing Co
YMCA
Wheelman's Club
Ymca Club
Hamilton
Franklin
Isaac Hale
Middletown
Local news and scenes from Middletown Ward 1
The piece notes illegal cockfighting in Ward 1 drawing criticism of local law enforcement and pastors calling for change. It then shifts to springtime scenes on South Main Street with lovers strolling near riverbanks and a kissing bridge history, ending with a cautionary note about a north side affair on Second Street bridge and nightly meetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Street
West Middletown
Middletown
North Side
Second Street
Readers Debate Recreational Swim Slide in Middletown
Letters from readers argue pro and con over building a recreational swim slide in Middletown at 2504 N Verity Parkway. Some insist it benefits youths and city progress, while others worry about noise traffic and vandalism. The editor notes planning plans were tabled due to errors and the proponent may seek another site.
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Middletown
Verity Parkway
Maple Park
Don Gardner
Howard Ave
Waller
Leona Brown
N. Verity Parkway
Dairy Queen
Howe Motors
City Commission
Susan Conrad
Jackson St
Planning Commission
Herman Land
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Alan Levin
Commission
New York Times
Connecticut
Lowell P. Weicker Jr
Jeal MY
Langley, WA
The
Journal
Elwood Richardson Business Manager
Pavel
Jim Mills
A. Siebenthaler Sr
Miss Liberty
Heavenly
George Crout
Middletown Driving Club
the Journal
News Journal, Inc., Sr
First Ave
Onio
Ohio
USA
U.sa
Walter
Jefferson Road
Oxford State Road
Water Street
Hydraulic
Donna Griffin
Grand Ave
Crer
Crus
vAz
Ben
Shabbona
Aseh
Miligh Indian
Sue
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