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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1961
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists subscription rates and mailing details for Middletown Ohio and surrounding areas. Rates include 6 cents per copy on weekdays, 15 cents on Sundays, 50 cents weekly in-city, $10 yearly for six-day delivery, and $20 or $35 yearly options outside the trading area or in the USA.
General James A. Van Fleet apologized to U.N. Ambassador Adlai Stevenson for an erroneous claim that Stevenson blocked U.S. air cover in the abortive Cuban invasion. The piece notes his public remarks were ill advised, given his military status, and criticizes the indiscretion and potential political misjudgment. Khrushchev comments on Communism are also cited.
The Smithsonian hosts Tutankhamen treasures to raise part of the 75 million dollars needed to move Abu Simbel above a higher Nile waters level caused by the Aswan dam. Objects include gold amulets collars and winged snake staffs. The display tours 14 U.S. museums to fund the rescue.
Harvard University faces rising costs that may reach 4 000 to 5 000 dollars annually by 1970 beyond tuition, reducing the number of American families able to send children there. Wilbur J. Bender warns trends will shrink income groups from which undergraduates come, alarming higher education and American civilization.
Jim Bishop profiles Reming Willie Fugazy, a 37 year old travel impresario whose Fugazy Travel Bureau expanded from one office to a nationwide network. He brokered deals with Montgomery Ward and Tower Acceptance, promoted fights, and earns from multiple roles while directing a sprawling, lucrative travel and sporting empire. Fugazy works nonstop, relying on a constant telephone thread and sharp business instincts to push growth beyond the family bank legacy.
Washington social set featured Eva Adams as new Mint director at a dinner hosted by Jane and Tim McIneroy. Guests included Senator Mansfield and Mrs Mansfield, Rep. Casey, and Molly Magee. The evening revolved around humorous, risqué tales of toe picking, horseshoes, and a shipboard goblet contest, ending with Magee joking about Nevada regent status.
Washington weighs why unemployment remains around seven percent despite rising total employment. The piece argues wage-price pressures, labor costs from unions, and tax policy delays hurt American enterprise, urging prompt tax reform to revive plant investment and lift volumes without triggering inflation. It cites construction and manufacturing jobs as core to unemployment and warns against relying on war spending as a remedy.
James Buchanan of 212 McKinley St. retires as meter department time keeper after 15 years with Middletown division of Cincinnati Gas & Electric Co. He previously taught school about 20 years in various Midwest locations. Mrs. W. W. Sebald seeks old yarn donations for British war relief sweaters. George Denny, past commander of American Legion Post 218, named to the distinguished guests committee for the national American Legion convention.
Dave Regan writes about Richie a one-man dog who lived almost sixteen years in the home he ruled. A gentle, bird-loving pet who adored family, welcomed visitors, and guarded the crib with quiet loyalty. The dog’s life reflected deep bond and lasting sorrow.
Dorothy Kilgallen notes Shelley Winters Italian marriages and love for Alex Viesti while Kim Novak buys a Beverly Hills home for her parents. Judy Garland not dating Jimmy Cannon. Dion’s Runaround Sue nears a million in sales. Mimi di Niscemi and Yves Montand visit. Rita Hayworth and Gary Merrill amid their first major tiff.
The text notes two savants from north of the border signaling valuable personal discussions at social gatherings. It mentions a rice ceremony described as stylish with the emperor in Western attire and references Chicago planning a $400000 horse race next year.
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