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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1973
Page
4
William F. Buckley Jr comments on Spiro Agnew’s resignation and the justice system. He cites leaks and immunity incentives while arguing the presumption of innocence, media access, and public perception shaped the case. Buckley weighs whether Agnew faced judicial victimization and calls for restraint until full facts emerge.
Washington editor uses World War II desert campaign as metaphor to demand clear policy on gas rationing and winter heating. He questions oil company profits, timing of energy crisis alerts, and varying official timelines while urging decisive leadership and an end to unanswered queries.
Lincoln School in Middletown features a seven page student produced newspaper by June Miller's class. The piece highlights classroom tours of the downtown Journal, student responses to the press, and quirky quotes about printing and equipment.
Readers debate press criticism of the President while praising local charity efforts. Letters praise Tom Braden's opinions and support national cohesion, then recount a Bike-A-Thon for the American Cancer Society raising about 13,500 dollars with police and volunteers aiding the event. A reader laments a hit dog death on Kalbfleisch Road urging safer driving and speed control. The page also includes thanks to the Middletown City School District Educational Fund for student aid and a note from Remelle Pendergrass of Spelman College.
The piece argues that private and public sectors doubt the energy crisis until its effects force realization. It notes stockholders' belief, mixed Washington responses, and possible rationing or tax options. A Detroit bike test suggests short trips could aid mobility, while cautioning commuter condition matters. The excerpt closes with a biblical verse about a flawless church.
The Journal published by News Journal Inc lists delivery options and prices. Home delivery by carrier is 80 cents weekly, motor route 3.47 per year in 12 installments or 3.20 per four weeks, with a 15 cent monthly service charge. Mail subscriptions are 30 dollars per year in the trading area and 38 dollars outside, all prepaid. Founded in 1657.
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