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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1966
Page
4
A religious saying from John 8 31 32 emphasizes continued obedience as the path to freedom through knowing the truth and remaining in the word. The passage frames discipleship as integral to spiritual liberty and conviction.
The Selective Service test aims to widen the draft pool while supplying extra criteria for 2S deferment. Students fear losing 2S status if they fail or skip the test, tying college persistence to test performance. An alternate claim notes Americans who quit smoking could reduce chronic illness and sofa fires.
Arguments for developing a 2000 mile per hour civilian jet at public expense weaken as FAA cost estimates rise. Officials cite a potential $4 billion total investment, mostly taxes, with little broad public benefit and uncertain congressional reconsideration. Meanwhile VP Humphrey and Senator Kennedy clash over Vietnam and 1972 Democratic candidate.
Jim Bishop critiques Time and Look magazines over the God Dead question. He argues faith, doubt, and the existence of God are complex, urging readers to consider how belief persists despite modern secular rhetoric. He cites polls, church membership, and the role of reverence in daily life.
The piece warns that U S withdrawal from South Vietnam could allow a Communist takeover via the Viet Cong, risking Southeast Asia and provoking fear in the United States as rival Saigon factions face instability. It argues that withdrawing would invite collapse of South Vietnam and end U S support.
The piece cites Rudolf Flesch criticizing plain English in business and military circles, features reviews of a self help Writers School, and notes a Time magazine quip. It then discusses Vietnam War policy notes, Buddhist leadership in South Viet Nam, and Senator Cooper’s stance on American aid and a possible constituent assembly.
The text warns that clarifying Vietnam policy is essential to keep American aid stable as public opinion pushes toward withdrawal. A rushed pullout could topple Southeast Asian governments and trigger a major war, likely drawing U.S. military forces into broader conflict.
A reader questions how Donham was elected to the City Commission and accuses the paper of “polishing apples” for the town. The letter cites railroads Armco and past town criticism, urging accountability and air quality improvements.
The piece argues that welfare state funding pressures threaten to shift liquor sales from private to government control. It notes eight states debating liquor monopoly laws and warns that small business owners, including former ballplayers with package stores, could be victims as taxes and deficits push social programs.
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