Political Satire Draws Blood From English Leaders
The British satire scene shifts from fringe to mass movement as BBC television's That Was the Week That Was gains 9.75 million viewers. It targets figures like Prince Philip, Macmillan, Wilson, de Gaulle, and Kennedy, with broader freedom for writers under looser codes.
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London
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Tess
Britain
Church of England
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Canterbury
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Macmillan
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Kennedy
Pierre’ Salinger
Television satire stirs overseas viewers and BBC protests
Guardian critics accuse a TV program of attacking father figures as BBC switchboards jam with complaints. Skits include Cardinals singing Arrivederci Roma after the Vatican Council and a cut version of a MacMillan statement. The broadcast mocks the prime minister and features the Queen aboard Britannia with a sinking launch and the commentator detailing her attire and smile.
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Britannia
Nasser Faces Troubles On Anniversary
Cairo AP reports President Gamal Abdel Nasser faces economic strain and military challenges as he marks the seventh anniversary of his rule. Egypt spends heavily on a war effort, battles shortages, and struggles with Yemen, while Nasser pursues a unity plan that frays at the edges amid Western economic pressure.
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Gamal Abdel Nasser
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Leaders Bible Class Opens at Calvary Methodist Church
A Leaders Bible Class session led by Millard Crum Sr. at Calvary Methodist Church in the educational building. Joseph H. Wolfe presided as LASS president. The group sang with Mrs. Edward Mantz at the piano. Preston Best gave the opening prayer. William T. Kreh delivered July’s message titled Re-
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LASS
Joseph H. Wolfe
Calvary Methodist Church
Millard Crum Sr
Edward Mantz
Preston Best
Matthew P. Suarey
William T. Kreh
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