10 Oct 1964
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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1964
Page
1
Emperor Hirohito formally opened the Games of the 18th Olympiad in Tokyo with a ceremony blending modern spectacle and ancient pageantry. Athletes from 94 nations paraded as 80,000 spectators noted the event, with USA and USSR expected to dominate in 20 sports over two weeks.
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip arrived aboard Britannia in Quebec as separatist rallies and campus protests tested security measures. Police dispersed demonstrators after shouts of we want independence and calls for the gallows, with Laval University students also voicing opposition.
An explosion at the under construction Hara Arena in Dayton Ohio ripped out a large section of the building. One man William Sellars 40 was injured and taken to Good Samaritan Hospital. Three workers in the arena office escaped injury as the section blew out rather than caving in. Officers blamed a gas leak.
A hush fell as Yoshinori Sakai, 19, born near Hiroshima on Aug 6, 1945, carried the flame into the stadium. He raced the track then trotted up 167 steps to ignite the cauldron, which burned from the air of Greece Mount Olympus through Oct 24.
Firemen from Cincinnati unit 23 responded to an overheated water heater at 2 23 PM Friday. They left for 2823 Bedford Street and returned after a total run of 2 minutes and 2.23 miles. Cindy was not injured.
President Johnson campaigned in Louisiana and Mississippi with a controversial line on race, asserting all must observe the Civil Rights Act. He urged unity while noting some areas seek to influence voters with prejudice. The remarks sparked applause from a mixed audience at a New Orleans Democratic dinner.
Mrs. Lyndon B. Johnson rests at the LBJ ranch with President Johnson after four days and 47 stops across eight Southern states. The First Lady defended the South against bitterness while the campaign briefly eyes electoral impact as eight Dixie governors greet her, with George Wallace absent from rallies but sending roses.
In Levittown Pennsylvania Hubert H. Humphrey says the main campaign issue is trust to lead the nation through a nuclear era. He argues Lyndon B. Johnson has unmatched experience and energy, noting Jefferson in comparison and aiming to build Philadelphia area support for November 3.
A quip notes that living on a tight income is feasible if one avoids costly secrecy. The humor centers on frugality and practical budgeting.
Rep. William E. Miller paused in Erie Pennsylvania amid a cold campaign run to promote a motorcade through eastern Ohio. He criticized Secretary Dean Rusk as a danger to the nation if retained in office and planned stops in Ashtabula Painesville and Elyria before returning to Washington.
Senator Barry Goldwater campaigns in the Pacific Northwest arguing Johnson expands federal power. He speaks on Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco and in Spokane Portland and Salt Lake City urging Americans to defend freedom by personal effort and limited government. He cites immigrant stories and the need to keep liberty with civic action at the ballot box.
Chiang Kai-shek ridiculed Mao Zedong's claim to territory beyond mainland Red China. The Nationalist leader spoke as part of commemorations marking the 53rd anniversary of the October 10 overthrow that founded the Republic of China and disputed Mao's Siberian frontier assertion tied to Manchu rule.
Washington AP reports today marks the deadline for drug makers to file safety and effectiveness proofs with the FDA. About 5,000 drugs must be documented as part of a wide review of medicines since 1938, with years of work anticipated. The Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association has sued to exempt around 1,000 long used brand name drugs while the FDA suit proceeds.
All state liquor stores and agencies will be closed Monday to observe Columbus Day. State Liquor Control offices will also be closed, according to State Liquor Director Donald D. Cook.
Army rejects California congressmen demand to close Ft Ord despite 84 cases of meningitis this year and 13 deaths. Gov Brown urges quarantine as health officials report the outbreak centered at four training centers including Ft Polk Ft Leonard Wood and Ft Jackson with other services largely spared.
Detroit AP reports local UAW negotiators trimmed plant demands as GM walkout grows. About 300000 workers idled nationwide with 32215 in the United States and Canada. The GM Canada operation nearly shut down by week’s end due to supply shortages.
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