22 Aug 1965
Page 4
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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1965
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists subscription prices: per copy six cents on weekdays and fifteen cents on Sundays. Carrier delivery 50 cents weekly. mail rates $10 yearly in the trading area, $20 outside the area, and $35 outside the U S A. A Psalm verse closes the notice with a religious citation.
The National Safety Council and the Bicycle Institute of America urge safer bike use for school transportation as classes resume. They note seven and a half million bicycles will be in use and accidents rise from failure to follow traffic rules, plus about one fifth of bikes being defective.
The piece argues that motorcycles and power scooters create loud disturbances and should face muffler laws like cars. It notes many cities already regulate or plan ordinances to curb the nuisance, aiming to restore peace in communities.
Scientists launch the largest year long survey to chart the Gulf Stream and its effects on climate and commerce. Universities and weather offices will record temperatures and currents to uncover movement cycles that could aid shipping and fishing.
Carl Erskine of the Brooklyn Dodgers sought Peale for prayer over his sore pitching arm. After a healing prayer, Erskine pitched superbly and later no-hit the Cubs as Peale notes inner strength comes from humble faith in God and persistent practice.
A clumsy bank robber in El Paso flees, losing his hat coat and shirt as angry citizens close in. The incident shows crime does not pay and ends with a rapid bust in morale and finances. Turtles and Wall Street commentary follow in a reflective aside.
Weekly suspense erupts as Middletown residents report werewolf and ape sightings near First Avenue cemetery. Police disband crowds after disturbances while a hospital story follows a brother’s quiet vigil and a touching sidewalk message.
Paul Harvey argues riots are part of a broader social sickness not rooted in labor or rights. He cites historical U S clashes from Haymarket to 1919 to present unrest, warning against anti patriotic acts and calling for renewed patriotism and a unifying flag. He critiques crime, corruption, and slum conditions as factors in national decline.
Washington report recalls two prominent figures architect Robert A. Will and contractor Adrian C. Humphreys who, after a yachting weekend off Ocean City, find their bags stolen from a car and later retrieved without the valuables. They vow to avoid Friday the 13th superstition in future travels. An IRS seal announcement follows, detailing the Treasury seal design, but the text ends abruptly as the writer chokes.
Factographs note an early American stage work likely shown at Cole's Tavern in Virginia. The piece is cited as the first play in the nation with limited surrounding context.
Ernest R Bowden warns that complex pension formulas and legal jargon confuse employees nearing retirement He urges simpler explanations and removal of lawyers from discussions to help workers understand benefits and survivor options The piece contrasts corporate mumbo jumbo with Social Security clarity.
On August 22 1965 events include John Fitch's steam boat demonstration on the Delaware River, the Howe landing at Long Island, New Mexico annexation proclamation, Japan annexing Korea, Alfred E. Smith's 1928 nomination, and raids on Yap Island. Also noted: 10 years ago Sinclair Weeks gift ban, five years ago Geneva talks recessed, one year ago Congo rescue.
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