09 Sep 1962
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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1962
Page
1
Arson investigators combed the ashes of St Mary’s Cathedral after a Friday blaze that caused about 2.5 million dollars in damage. The fire forced evacuations of a teen dance and injured a priest and two firefighters. Archbishop McGucken doubted reconstruction of the 71 year old church.
A lighthearted piece notes that a tiny town offers little visually but makes up for it with lively sounds and local humor. The piece highlights community chatter and small-town character, suggesting soundscapes compensate for quiet streets.
Jacquelyn Mayer of Ohio won Miss America 1963 in Atlantic City, succeeding Maria Fletcher. The 20 year old Northwestern sophomore plans theater work after completing education and had been in Austria as an exchange student. Finalists included Miss Wisconsin and Miss Texas, with Mayer greeted by cheering crowd and her family on stage.
The United States consults with Britain France and West Germany on joint steps to counter potential Soviet or East German pressure in Berlin. President Kennedy seeks authority to call up to 150000 reservists, while allied talks in Bonn Washington and West Berlin focus on limiting armored Soviet transport and preserving Western rights in Berlin amid Khrushchev’s East German peace aims.
Middletown's school system grew from a single 1806 log cabin to 23 modern buildings. Teacher and historian George Crout recounts the evolution with sketches of old structures, noting Old South is Fenwick High School. Ted Pollard explains why unlicensed Moonlight Plumbers may seem cheaper but costly in the long run in two stories.
Burt Lancaster wins best actor for Birdman of Alcatraz as The Infancy of Ivan from the Soviet Union and Family Diary from Italy share first prize. Emmanuelle Riva earns best actress for Therese Desqueyroux. Festival honors reflect cross national cinema spotlight in Venice.
CORNING Iowa AP A shortage of meat in grocery stores and meat markets is likely within a week the president of the National Farmers Organization said Saturday.
An elderly man in a nightgown chased two frightened girls who had fled a stalled car near a railroad crossing. The girls led him to a home, then returned to the crossing just as a train struck the car. No injuries reported, authorities said. Meanwhile livestock holders warn of meat shortages as 16 state program pressures buyers to sign long term farm contracts, lifting prices.
Gov Michael V. DiSalle officially launches reelection bid in Ohio's urban heartland. He says rural welcomes have been strong and notes rival James Rhodes started campaigning early. At Case Institute he receives a merit certificate for services to the mentally retarded and cites mental health gains and renewed hope for families.
British and Commonwealth Labor leaders said Britain's entry into the European Common Market is unacceptable without a second prime minister's conference. They demand precise terms instead of vague promises before any final steps. Opposition leader Hugh Gaitskell warned that if government pursues unacceptable terms, a general election should be sought.
Willard Brown, candidate for Cleveland mayor, elected permanent chairman of the GOP state convention to be held in Columbus. Other officers include Letha Astry vice chairwoman Salem. Rosemary Gilronon secretary Youngstown. State Sen. Kline Roberts Columbus. Carl Griffith sergeant-at-arms Columbus.
Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson reported that people in Lebanon Iran Turkey Cyprus Greece and Italy see Americans as friendly and considerate. He said a strong awareness of the Berlin Wall existed everywhere and cited a shift from direct foreign aid to long term development loans due to tax burden and Congress resistance. Greece and Iran faced aid cuts of 20 and 30 million dollars respectively.
Army officials say a new reserve mobilization would avoid major flubs seen during the Berlin crisis last year. Streamlining and new record-keeping aim to place the right people in suitable jobs and curb repeated mistakes amid calls for standby authority to mobilize up to 150000 Reservists if needed.
Dr. Robert A. Soblen's condition showed slight improvement after a third day of coma. Heart exhaustion eased and blood pressure rose toward normal at Hillingdon Hospital, with doctors optimistic he may regain consciousness in a day or two before any possible deportation.
A 1000 mph F101B Voodoo crashed into a cornfield near Washington Court House Ohio during a practice intercept. Capt James D. Baker and Capt David Arey ejected injuring but survived after the Blue Angels witnessed the event. Both windburned from the high-speed jet. convoy from Lockbourne Base found no armament danger.
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