On the Cover
Direct from the New York World's Fair, It's a Small World, Walt's "personal salute to all the world's children," prepares to open at Disneyland in the Summer of '66. 

Inside Highlights
"All New For '66" (Page 1)
A preview of the three attractions scheduled to open at Disneyland in the Summer of 1966:  It's a Small World, New Orleans Square/Pirates of the Caribbean and the Grand Canyon/Primeval World Diorama on the Santa Fe and Disneyland Railroad.
     Fun Fact:  The Disneyland version of It's a Small World was expanded to include Antarctica and the South Pacific Islands, which were not part of the original New York World's fair attraction.

"General Sarnoff Gives Bright Glimpse Into Home Center of Future" (Page 5)
Walt presented General David Sarnoff, board chairman of RCA, with the Screen Producers Guild (later Producers Guild of America) Milestone Award.  In his acceptance speech, General Sarnoff predicted the technology that would eventually become part of a home "entertainment and communications center" including remote controls, high-end audio, wall mounted TV's, and "two-way sight and voice communication."  He went on to say that "tomorrow's homes will have libraries of great films . . . Every form of information . . . will flow directly into the home from any source and over any distance."  The Internet, perhaps?
     Fun Fact:  The Milestone Award is presented to an individual who has made "an historic contribution to the entertainment industry."  Walt received the award in 1957.

"Peace at Disneyland Due to Quiet, Polite, Firm Security Force" (Page 6)
A look at Disneyland's 160-man security force.  They carry no weapons and are trained to handle the "growing teenager, male, who is likely, in his bursting enthusiasm for letting off physical steam, to disturb others."

"'Boxoffice' Lauds Walt, Notes Debt Movie Industry Owes Him" (Page 6)
The entertainment industry magazine recognized Disney films and stars in its 1965/66 poll of exhibitors, media and the general public.  Julie Andrews was named the top star of 1965 and Mary Poppins was named as one of the top films.  Editor Velma West Skyes noted "Walt Disney is in a class all by himself because his pictures have all been directed to family audiences."

"SAMPLE-SIZED STARLET: Little Cami Sebring Sets Big Press on Ear" (Page 11)
A profile on then 23-year old model/actress Cami Sebring, who would make her feature film debut in 1967 as Shy Violet in Disney's The Gnome-Mobile.
     Not So Fun Fact:  Cami's ex-husband, popular Hollywood hair stylist Jay Sebring, died alongside actress Sharon Tate in 1969, a victim of Charles Manson's followers in the infamous Tate-LaBianca murders.

"Both are Named Russell and There the Similarity Begins" (Page 14)
An introduction to teen actors Kurt Russell and Bryan Russell (no relation).  Both would appear in numerous Disney films and TV shows.  Kurt would have the more successful Hollywood career and enjoy a long-term relationship with actress Goldie Hawn.
     Fun Fact:  As an 8-year old racing midget cars, Kurt set a world record time in the quarter-mile.

Other Articles
"Mickey Mouse Club Achieves Impossible Heights at Caltech" - Student hijinks at Caltech include adorning a clock on a "prominent building" with Mickey Mouse's body and movable hands.
"Little Known ERA Did Studies Leading to Florida, Mineral King" - A profile of the Economic Research Association, which performed numerous economic feasibility studies for Walt Disney Productions including the then unnamed "Florida project."
"CLAIM FROM SPAIN:  Walt Was Born in Old Mojacar" - A lighthearted boast (at least I think it was lighthearted) from a Spanish town claiming that Walt was really their native son.
"Ducks Unlimited Names Waterfowl Area for Walt" - The conservation group dedicated a 645-acre wetland area in Alberta, Canada to Walt in "appreciation of his interest and efforts on behalf of conservation."
"Letter From Burbank" - Follow Me Boys, starring Fred MacMurray, gets rave reviews at a studio preview; actor James Mason praises Disney for "making the best films coming out of Hollywood right now."
"A Most Unusual Premiere" - Lt. Robin Crusoe, U.S.N., starring Dick Van Dyke, is scheduled to premiere aboard the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Kitty Hawk in San Diego on June 25, 1966.
"Through the Disneylens" - Photos of visitors and events at Disneyland.

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