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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1956
Page
4
Rates listed for carrier and mail subscriptions in Middletown Ohio. Prices include city and outside area options with Sunday edition add-ons. All subscriptions payable in advance at 1007 Fit Ave, Middletown.
The article surveys historical examples of Catholics and others with religious ties in U S presidential politics. It notes figures such as Judah P. Benjamin and Charles O Conor, plus a discussion of 19th century party attitudes toward Catholic candidates and notable remarriages influencing perceptions.
The 1956 Democratic platform favored a stronger civil rights plank than 1952, endorsing the Supreme Court ruling against segregation. Yet many Southern and non Southern Democrats sought a milder approach. Proposals favored federal action to end discrimination and ballot access pledges for delegates. Louisiana South Carolina and Virginia faced seating fights, while Thurmond led a Southern States delegation for presidency.
A compact history of party platforms from early resolutions to broad, heterogeneous 20th century statements. It notes Democrats and Whigs, shifts in issue focus, and instances of nominees disavowing convention planks, including 1904 Parker, 1928 Smith, and Roosevelt era pledges.
Hal Boyle notes Hollywood’s boom year with about 75 million dollars spent on three epic adaptations of Moby Dick War and Peace and the Ten Commandments. Directors like King Vidor insist only grand productions can pull audiences from TV and restore box office vitality.
The stars promise a cheerful disposition and easy relations tomorrow with caution in plans. Hard work and self sacrifice may feel heavy now but could yield progress over four months as a springboard to gains next year. Social and romantic life ease pressure, and early 1957 may bring good business breaks. A child born today will be dependable but possibly bossy.
The article traces how Adlai Stevenson emerges as the likely Democratic nominee with Harriman as a rival. It notes Truman’s influence, the South’s stance, and the strategic battles inside the convention. It discusses Harriman’s alignment, Stevenson’s moderation, and the dynamics of delegate loyalties shaping the race. It cites political polls and the pattern of past elections to argue Stevenson could win the nomination.
Dorothy Kilgallen traces Roz Russell and Mary Martin sacrifices in stage careers while Gussie Moran’s marriage shocks society. Jayne Mansfield, Sammy Davis Jr. photo buzz, and Anne Jewel Baxter sue over hair damage. Gloria Grahame Europe return and Eisenhower health note appear amid showbiz chatter and industry bids.
A whimsical, era tone piece blends star signs with famous names, recalling birthdays of Bethe oocoon Darling Betty Grable and Sir Winston Churchill, and muses on June weddings, March moods, and Saint Hubert, interwoven with light verse about memory and reconciliation.
An account from a luncheon in Australia centers on Mr. Butler and a dog psychologist. The exchange involves Prime Minister Menzies, club courtesies, and questions about dog and human behavior. A Washington scribes quip closes the fragment as talk turns to officials and reception.
The Journal announces a temporary change to narrower columns to conserve paper amid a national shortage. The move echoes historic periods when width was adjusted, with only minor visual differences noted. The column also recalls Ralph Oglesby’s death 19 years ago and marks The Journal’s 27th anniversary, reflecting on a life of work in music and journalism.
The local Methodist Church selects Miss Mary Ann Grehany as delegate to the Ohio Annual Conference in Sabina. Alternate is Mrs. Robert Leight. James L. W., manager of the Strand, dies after a brief illness at his Dayton home. Maple Park 4-H members hold a sewing hour led by Ruth Eggleston with Mickey Roebuck directing singing. Mrs. F. C. Diver and Miss Mabel Long sew.
Fragmentary notes indicate a call for hearings in San Angelo Texas to push a project forward with a quoted speaker seeking action. The readable text emphasizes securing official attention and timely decision.
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