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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1961
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists subscription rates for city and trading area daily and Sunday editions, with yearly mail options including outside areas and international. A scriptural Bible verse from Matthew 9:2 accompanies the notice.
The United States faces a choice on space program commitment. A strong, prioritized, well funded effort could put us first to the moon, while insufficient work risks Soviet lead. Rep. Joseph E. Karth notes double rocket hours at Huntsville could help. Senegalese crowds cheered the U S vice president at an independence celebration.
The piece discusses wide price gaps on long trips and charges by the National Congress of Petroleum Dealers that major oil companies use tactics leading to price discrepancies. Secretary Nerlinger cites overproduction and a public policy review of depletion allowances as potential fixes.
The Southwest Water Council forecasts only 64 percent of normal Colorado river supply this spring. Jay R. Bingham, Utah Water and Power Board director, urges California New Mexico Nevada and Arizona delegates to discard state lines in resource development and unite for sufficient Western water.
Jim Bishop argues juries shape punishment and questions the death penalty and system flaws. He cites Finch and Peel cases, noting juries mercy and delays, costs, and the need for reforms such as a uniform code and longer parole bans for first degree murder. The piece reflects editorials on law, justice, and jury duties.
President William Henry Harrison died a month after his April 4 1841 inauguration, elevating Vice President John Tyler to the presidency. North Carolina is cited as North America’s leading tungsten producer and a major source of U S mica.
A panel of scientists questions the Soviet space claim and Gagarin's orbit, suggesting the flight may have been a high altitude ascent or a staged hoax. Critics cite timing data, parachute versus glide return, portholes or slits, and potential substitution of an airman for a true orbital entry.
Paul Harvey argues that health costs and excess fat in governments and people reflect a broader laziness in society. He notes ads prey on vanity, labor unions gain organization, and Russia’s economy strains as democracy is questioned. He warns the push to self-discipline is fading.
Tomorrow brings cautious business advice and careful decisions in personal affairs. For birthdays this week, a strong cycle boosts work finances and creativity with romance and marriage favored in July August and October. Travel peaks late July and August with potential job advancement in October. avoid gambling this year to stay in the black. A December start has strong six month chances. a child born then will be warm hearted and observant.
Dave Regan writes of record cold and rain that spoiled weekend plans. He recalls weather hurting his grass seed and blooming trees while describing a weekend spent indoors and two rainy out of town drives. He ends hopeful for tomorrow.
Dorothy Kiigallen reviews Carnival! on Broadway praising Anna Maria Alberghetti and Gower Champion while noting Merrill’s score lags. Also reports lively Copacabana updates with Marty Allen Steve Rossi and Andy Williams, plus gossip on Pat Hart and Cary Grant dining and Don Cherry feuds.
Vern L. Albaugh, 57, longtime owner of Albaugh & Son auctioneers, died at 2S Sutphin Street after a five year illness. He and his son Arthur ran major Miami Valley deals and led the Eagles Lodge through multiple terms. A 6,000 ton freighter christened at Fairport, Ohio, carried the name Frank Fe. Vigor, Armo Steel Corp transportation chief.
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