Hopes Of Peace Progresses in Paris Brews
A year after LBJ halted bombing in North Vietnam and opened peace talks, Ambassador Lodge offers cautious progress amid a fragile Paris conference. Washington signals a political solution and reduced hostilities while seeking broader participation in a coalition, with hope tempered by the complex negotiations and uncertain outcomes.
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Open Housing Ordinance dialogue and religious reflection
A Middletown letter responds to Mr Mathes about the Open Housing ordinance, arguing it bans housing discrimination while allowing private owner choices. It urges reeducation of the ordinance’s meaning and cites equal rights ideals, then pivots to a sermon linking Jesus Christ’s love to modern social concerns.
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Postmaster John Q Baker once served at old Middletown post office
Resident recalls John Q Baker publisher of the Middletown News Signal also served as postmaster when the Main Street Manchester Avenue building stood. He moved to the new post office in 1913 and served until 1915 before selling the paper to The Middletown Journal.
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Cease-Fire or Bombing Return as Vietnam Peace Tactic
Analysis argues that resuming bombing of North Vietnam and supply routes could force a Paris settlement via a guaranteed international framework. It notes Hanoi's strengthened war economy, rising U.S. casualties, and calls for a Kissinger plan styled multi-forum approach with a strong military backing to enforce any agreement.
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Middletown News Journal subscription rates
The Journal published daily by News Journal Inc lists subscription prices with per copy costs and weekly, 7 day, and yearly rates. In town and suburban delivery through newsboy or motor route costs 70 cents weekly while mail in trading area is 21 dollars per year and outside area 30 dollars. Outside U.S.A. 38 dollars per year. Subscriptions payable in advance. Founded 1857.
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Ike as Antihero Leader Who Trusted and Served
The author contrasts Eisenhower with MacArthur and Grant, praising Ike’s lack of illusion about power and his focus on duty over display. He notes Ike’s inner security, humility in action, and the public’s trust in a president who avoided theatricality. Lincoln’s cautions on dictatorship are recalled amid wartime leadership.
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