Middletown Journal Subscription Rates Announced
The Middletown Journal lists subscription prices for news and mail delivery. Per copy five cents, carrier 25 cents weekly, evening Middletown Journal and Sunday News Journal 35 cents weekly. Mail rates vary by area, with $6 yearly in-town, $7 outside area, and $10 with Sunday News Journal. outside U.S.A. $25 yearly. All subscriptions payable in advance. Do not err, my beloved brethren James 1:16.
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Understanding Federal Spending Its Vast Size And The Call To Action
The piece argues the $41 billion federal budget is incomprehensible in scale, comparing it to the six men needed for a million dollars and 30 million men for paper dollars, urging public protest and action to avert bankruptcy. It stresses that widespread protests must lead to citizen action.
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Boston
Britain may reverse China recognition stance
The piece argues Britain’s Labour government may withdraw recognition of communist China after three months of cautious diplomacy. It notes China will not reciprocate, seeks Hong Kong status and UN support, and suggests Britain’s long experience under Labour has failed to advance ties, leaving London facing a diplomatic setback.
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Britain
China
Peiping
Stalin
London
UN Security Council
Hong Kong
United States
Attlee
Senate panel.rejects Truman NLRB reorganization plan
A 9 to 4 Senate Committee on Expenditures vote condemns the Presidents plan to abolish the NLRB general counsel role and nullify Taft-Hartley. The panel accuses Truman of deceit in proposing the overhaul despite Hoover Commission claims and urges the full Senate to uphold integrity.
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Senate Committee On
Executive Department
Senate
National Labor Relations Board
Robert N. Denham
Mr. Truman
Truman
Hoover Commission
Senate Committee
Red Cross issues dodger fan safety tips in Brooklyn
A Brooklyn Red Cross guide warns women attending Dodgers games face hazards from crowds, flying objects, heat, and food. It advises against high heels, tight skirts, and girdles while urging calm, noting the impracticality of watching games only on television and assuming fans will attend in person.
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Brooklyn
Dodgers
The
Red Cross
Dodger
Worry Clinic case shows clash over planned marriage
Dr George W Crane recounts Ted B a 32 year old engaged man and his 24 year old fiancée whose families sense incompatibility. Ted visits with relatives in their home where tensions surface. nagging clashes and social differences emerge, leading to a quiet ending after the two weeks stay.
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Ted B
Ted
Stuborn
Post Office change stirs voter resentment and costs
Washington observes the Post Office Department moves to rearrange mail delivery to cut expenses, risking poorer service amid a looming congressional election. Donaldson defends the plan as Congress dictates salaries and rates while mail carriers face shorter hours and less overtime.
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Washington
Post Office Department
Donaldson
Post Office
Congress
A tactful approach to engagements and compatibility
A sister reflects on ending an engagement after a month, noting temperament and background clashes. She advises avoiding harsh judgments, inviting the sweetheart into the home, and letting the couple discover fit through gracious hosting and quiet observation.
The World Citizen Idea and the Cost of Freedom
The piece critiques American freedoms while mocking Garry Davis and the quest to be a world citizen. It argues true citizenship starts with being a good citizen of one’s country and defines a citizen as a person owing allegiance to a government and protected by it.
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Garry Davis
Garry Davis Renounces Citizenship for World Citizen Claim
Garry Davis declares himself a Citizen of the World and reenters the United States after failing to gain traction in Europe. He portrays the U S as “that part of the world community now called the United States of America” and claims residence at “The Earth.” He contrasts his stance with his brother, a U S Air Force veteran who died serving his country.
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Garry Davis
U. S
Europe
Germany
Sweden
Young Garry
United States of America
Voyager Seeks Northwest Wonders Above Clouds
Hal Boyle writes from Seattle describing a westward journey in a covered wagon spirit alongside modern air travel. The piece notes Martini canasta, 75-seat planes, and Northwest Airlines introducing an in–air cocktail lounge, with prices around a dollar per belt of scotch.
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Seattle
The Best and Only Way to Be a World Citizen
A historical editorial asserts that true world citizenship begins with being a good American. It argues Americans should set an example, live by the American way of life, and present it as the ideal for others.
Denounce of American Citizenship as Betrayal
A speaker denounces denouncing American citizenship as betrayal of America. The statement argues loyalty to the U S and the American way of life defends freedoms sought by people worldwide. It contrasts the world’s view of America as a promised land and Liberty’s symbol of liberty and hope.
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America
Sunday to Monday Stars Warn Of Sudden Turns And Hazards
Genevieve Kemble warns readers that Sunday April 23 brings sudden unplanned journeys and possible crises unless extreme caution is used. A keen mind may help avoid calamity, but rash changes could prove disastrous. Monday April 24 carries adverse, mysterious risks and temptations, urging caution to stay on a straight path and mind health and safety.
Clearing house system in this country history
The Q and A sheet notes the clearing house system was introduced by the City of New York, while questions cover the Nebraska capitol tower, fence posts used by farmers, Old Ship Church in Massachusetts as the oldest worship house, and the debate over whether shoes or clothing predates other foot coverings.
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City of
New York
Nebraska State Capitol
Bertram Goodhue
America
Hingham
Mass
United States
Flying bars in the clouds spark airline row
The test began last November amid industry doubts about demon rum in flight. A spokesman said only one anonymous complaint arrived and no passenger was ejected. The plan aims to relieve travel tedium, with two drinks per passenger and equal tax sharing across states, despite liquor permit hurdles and state boundary issues.
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Airlines
New York
Illinois
Old West
Founder's Day tribute and Cancer Fund benefit in Middletown
Dave Regan recalls Armco's Founders Day at East Works honoring George M. Verity whose memory inspires charity and integrity. Phi Beta Psi Sorority held a benefit bridge party to support the Cancer Fund Drive with 60 plus members working behind the scenes. Mrs. Clara Schmidt of Arlington Ave. is critically ill at Christ Hospital Cincinnati needing blood transfusions. Middletonians urged to donate by calling 32-2522.
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Armco
East Works
George M. Verity
Phi Beta Psi Sorority
Verity
Middletown
Clara Schmidt
Arlington Ave
Scout Movement
Christ Hospital
Cincinnati
Bipartisan Foreign Policy and the Two Party System
George E. Sokolsky argues the two party system should check power but laments “Me-Tooism” within Republicans. He criticizes the Bipartisan Policy as appeasement of Soviet Russia, notes lack of Republican consultation, and warns of trust issues in Congress ahead of foreign policy debates.
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France
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South
Communist Party
Senator Byrd
Virginia
Earl Browder
Republican Party
Robert A. Taft
Owen Brewster
Styles Bridges
Kenneth Wherry
William Knowland
Russia
Asia
United States
Hull
Morgenthau
State Department
Treasury
Truman
China
George Marshall
Great Britain
John Sherman Cooper
John Foster Dulles
United States Senate
Cooper
Dulles
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Mr. Truman
Republican National Committee
Republican Policy Committee
Congress
Senator Bridges
Paris designer on 1950s style and public taste
A Paris designer advises that the 1950 man should taper from shoulders to a slim line while questioning what to do about large feet. He notes hot days will push men toward higher collars. An optimist is defined as someone planting apple trees along the highway in spring. The Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce says 1950 California naval oranges are of top quality in recent years.
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Pappy
Portland
Grandpa
Great Grandma
Buffalo
Montana
Paris
Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce
California Naval
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