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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1952
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists subscription options with per copy 5 cents and carrier rates in city and outside areas, weekly with Sunday News Journal, and mail rates within and outside the trading area. It specifies prices for U S addresses and advance payment requirements.
A World Bible Reading exhorts readers to store treasures in heaven rather than on earth, noting that where the heart is, there the treasure lies. It emphasizes the eye as the lamp of the body, warns against serving two masters, and urges seeking God’s kingdom to avoid anxiety about daily needs.
A House committee hearing warns about mass market soft-cover books sold in drugstores. debates legality and censorship as publishers shift toward inexpensive editions. The rise in paperback popularity, with millions of copies in print, includes both novels and poetry, and prompts actions by state and federal authorities. Ballantine Books plans a soft-cover edition alongside Houghton-Mifflin’s hard-cover titles, signaling industry-wide experimentation.
The piece warns that holiday traffic deaths rise during Christmas, with more cars on the road and hazards like darkness, bad weather, fogged windshields, and alcohol. It urges extra caution and common sense to keep the season safe and protect loved ones from preventable tragedies.
Hal Boyle notes the office Christmas party shifts from rowdy, dustups and fistfights to safer, family oriented celebrations led by wives. The tradition evolved from boss led to joint efforts, with dresses, dancers, and hall hires to keep men in check.
It is probable that events may upset plans and demand revision. Sudden changes could yield spectacular results and tempt bold risk taking for gain. Those born on this day face alluring prospects yet risk a blunder amid offers of promotion and wealth. A child born now has talents for a notable, adventurous life.
A Washington focus on General Eisenhower as President elect who will not be paralyzed by fear of Russia. The piece argues policy shifts after inauguration, favoring UN leverage, buildup in Korea, Formosa actions, and potential Japanese force deployment to pressure Red China while avoiding a full two-front war. It cites Eisenhower’s Korea visit and stance on taking calculated risks. Continuous emphasis on strategic rotations and broader wartime lessons against fear.
The piece notes Mickey Rooney taking a 22 year old Elaine Mahnke as his fourth wife at Wee Kirk o’ the Heather Las Vegas while Bertrand Russell weds a Bryn Mawr former teacher. It ponders divorce norms in America and England, mentions Bernarr Macfadden and Winston Churchill views, and questions the justice of lifelong incompatible marriages.
Washington commentary on a House hearing where Rep. Donald L. O'Toole taunted Rep. Brooks Hays amid praise for Dr. Robert Hutchins of the Ford Foundation. The exchange touches on university leadership, football abolition, Whitney foundation ties, and political tolerance of Eisenhower. Also notes Truman and Stevenson easing pressure and inauguration crowd aid provisions.
Dave Regan notes Middletown's Charity Ball drew 33 leaders, 26 non natives from Missouri Indiana North Carolina Rhode Island Oklahoma Minnesota Virginia and more with Mr and Mrs H and T as chair and co chair. The event funds hospital equipment while keeping a social and civic focus. Residents eagerly participate, underscoring growth and friendliness as the town plans a festive season finale.
Dorothy Kilgallen reports on Ali Khan facing a threatened lawsuit, a New York judge under Fire from the Crime Commission, and Paula Lawrence and Chuck Bowden planning a wedding in Dagbury. Oveta Hobby sharpens rumba, Sonja Henie eyed for ice show, and Broadway burlesque faces industry resistance as French dining expands in New York.
Twenty years ago on December 9 1932 Widwood golf course introduced archery golf as a winter sport led by Charles E Aull club president. The item notes nearby entertainment with Clark Gable and Jean Harlow in Red Dust at Paramount Theater and bon voyage plans for Mr and Mrs Charles R Hook departing for Paris January 1. Lions Club speaker Harold Goetz forecast better times than 1929 and local furniture ads tout baby gifts with prices for crib chair nursery chair.
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