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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1978
Page
4
An old terrorist at the helm in Israel is contrasted with Charles de Gaulle, suggesting Menachem Begin, unlike the French leader, comes from guerrilla roots. The piece argues Begin’s ascent defies insider norms and signals a harder, uncompromising path.
The reflection notes how Menachem Begin’s 1946 King David Hotel bombing drew Attlee’s condemnation as brutal murder. It recounts the raid’s collapse of a hotel wing, the 91 dead, and Begin’s later portrayal of the act as heroism while critics warn it damaged Israel’s moral standing amid its founding.
The dispute between OMB and DOE over a multi billion dollar buy for the strategic petroleum reserve risks delaying a key move to build up oil stocks. DOE wants to proceed while OMB urges waiting hoping for lower prices. The aim is a six month supply to guard against another embargo.
A satirical note questions Soviet attempts to hire foreign stylists to polish political materials for foreign audiences. It argues translation gaps explain how propaganda is received and exposes inconsistencies in terms used to describe Soviet actions and ideology. The piece ends with a biblical reference, noting light and visibility.
The author criticizes a federal nutrition program costing $70 million annually, arguing it fails to inform the public effectively. The piece questions the value of pamphlets and bulletins and challenges the government's assumption of public ignorance, deeming the program a loss.
A nostalgic recollection recalls a spring sparrow nest with four fledglings. The author notes three fledglings left the nest while a fourth likely died after a cat. He argues wildlife instinct shows humans instinctively know how to eat and survive without guidance. The column ends with a reflective point on saying all there is to say.
John Chamberlain argues for a chemical industry backed by a taggant system to identify explosive materials and trace bombs. He cites FBI and ATF support, pilot programs, and ink taggants used to deter crime, while noting detectors may someday scan airports for explosive vapors.
The Journal published daily by News Journal Inc. at Broad and First Ave Middletown Ohio lists subscription rates for weekdays and Sundays. Home delivery by carrier costs 90 cents weekly, motor route 15 cents per copy, with calendar month and four week period options. Mail rates: $38 yearly in the USA, $46 outside. Founded in 1857.
Walter G. Smyth argues steel prices are not the sole inflation driver and notes the industry has faced bankruptcy, capacity shutdowns, and weather and cost pressures. He urges government scrutiny of profits in major industries and questions the car price increases tied to steel. He asks why Carter’s emissaries focus on steel while automakers remain profitable.
A reader recalls a carbon monoxide incident triggered by a blocked furnace vent. The smoke alarm, purchased through Armco over a year ago, sounded at 3 a.m., 4:30 a.m., and 9 a.m. revealing fumes. Furnace service confirmed the blockage and CO fumes, credited to the alarm and Armco for saving their lives.
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