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Newspaper

Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1961

Page

8

What Price Fitness James Bacon on the twist craze

Associated Press writer James Bacon notes Kennedy urges national fitness and cites twist dancers from Peppermint Lounge to Crazy Horse Saloon. Chubby Checker Ernes Evans sheds about 35 pounds on stage, hinting at a trend toward a healthier nation amid the dance craze. Edie Adams reportedly slimmed rapidly during rehearsal, with a Las Vegas twist incident mentioned.

James Bacon Associated Press Hollywood Kennedy New York Crazy Horse America Checker Hank Ballard Ballard Edie Adams Ted Sue Las Vegas

Supreme Court fight shifts as Bristow death looms

G T Banton Lindsay Schaub reports on the Illinois Supreme Court scene amid Bristow’s death, noting party tensions and a GOP nominating contest in the third district. Leading contenders include Elbert S. Smith of Decatur and George E Drach of Springfield, with Smith viewed by supporters as a potential winner for the high court seat.

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