Television’s presidential vote stirs nightlong viewership
Ex perts will study TV influence on politics after Tuesday’s vote as millions stay up past dawn. NBC and CBS led early coverage, with CNN concessions and Pat Nixon’s look capturing viewers. Nielsen shows top programs include Checkmate and Andy Griffith Show amid balanced production quality across networks.
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Sinatra Aide Convicted Of Battery In Parking Lot Incident
John Hopkins, 42, who said he aided Frank Sinatra in a parking lot strap incident, was convicted of battery. Hopkins denied being Sinatra's bodyguard and said he acted as stage manager for Sammy Davis Jr. A municipal judge heard testimony that Sinatra grew enraged when another attendant drove too close. Moran, the attendant, testified Hopkins struck him, requiring hospital treatment. Moran has a $100,000 civil suit pending against Sinatra. Sentencing set for November 16.
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Radio-TV Highlights on Color TV Day Special
TV tonight features The Witness simulated probe with James M. Curley profile on WHIO at 7:30. Evening lineup includes poker themed Angel game and Ed wards Air Force Base entertainment. Local talent on Jack Paar and Person to Person visit with Jane Fonda and Marv Astor.
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Miami University names Dr W Merion Miller adviser for study abroad
Dr W Merion Miller professor of French at Miami University has been designated as adviser of student study abroad by President John D Millett. He has long advised foreign students and liaises with the Fulbright Program. His office in Irvin Hall will maintain a file on European universities and American colleges with programs abroad and assist credit wording with students and officials.
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Sammy Davis Jr to Wed May Britt This Sunday
Los Angeles AP reports entertainer Sammy Davis Jr and Swedish actress May Britt will marry Sunday after obtaining a license on Wednesday. Davis, 34, declines location details but friends expect the ceremony at his home with a Beverly Hilton reception for close friends. Britt is 26.
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Akron Woman Fatally Struck Crossing Street Near Goodyear Plant
Mrs. Helen S. Poe, 59, of Akron, was killed when a car struck her as she crossed the street in front of Goodyear Rubber Co. plant No. 3 where she worked. The driver was not held.
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Prices On Fryers And Lamb Attract Shoppers
Fryers fell 2 to 10 cents a pound across the East and Midwest while leg of lamb dropped 4 to 14 cents, expanding the top buys in the region. Pork livers and beef moved in, with ducklings highlighted in the East, and butter and eggs rising in several areas. The wholesale food index by Dun & Bradstreet reached its highest since June 1953, signaling price pressures. Vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, green onions, shallots, mushrooms, yellow onions, potatoes, radishes, spinach and turnips were listed as outstanding buys.
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