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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1956
Page
4
Subscription rates listed for city and outside city areas with and without the Sunday edition. Prices cover weekly and yearly mail options and international rates. Publication is every evening except Sunday from 1007 First Ave Middletown Ohio with Bible verse quoted at end.
NATO Secretary Dulles pledges to rebuild unity and strength at the Paris NATO Council session while shelving a plan for a permanent high level NATO cabinet. The Three Wise Men report prompts debate over political planning beyond the 15 nation alliance and it faces sovereign objections from Britain and the United States Senate.
Hal Boyle notes rising diamond prices and a shifting culture as postwar demand grows. He cites price declines since 1946 but warns this may be the last year prices stay below peak years. The piece covers diamonds as a status symbol and traces Agnes Sorel’s courtly influence on their image.
Dave Regan writes from a newsroom desk sharing a humorous note about returning to work, preferring to visit colleagues rather than summon them, and joking about coffee, diverticulitis, and Christmas workload. He thanks staff for covering during absence and invites ideas.
Maryland Governor Theodore McKeldin refuses to name December 7 Pearl Harbor Day in his state. Life magazine promotes a nationwide Pearl Harbor series. The piece surveys how states designate holidays, noting varying observances and exceptions across the country.
The Sunshine Circle gathered at Mrs. S. H. Kitchen's home with Mrs. Charles Sanderson presiding. Devotions were led by Mrs. Paul Bailey and readings given by Mrs. W. C. Lockard and Mrs. William A. Hahn. Scout Troop 6 hosted a Court of Honor at the Legion Home with induction into the stenderfoot rank for several scouts. Tom C. Palmer, noted local resident and state official, died in a car crash. his family named Sam McAdow Blair Pyle George Naegele and Joseph Williamson as close associates and co-workers.
The vice president proposes a Europe trip to study the Hungarian refugee plight and aid to bolster European economy. He stresses collective security with the United States allied nations and U.N. scrutiny of the Hungarian government’s diplomats amid ongoing East European unrest.
The IMF loan of 1.3 billion dollars to Britain seeks to stabilize global markets after Britain's Egypt actions and Middle East oil disruption. Officials including Nixon and Hagerty signaled possible U.S. aid, while Humphrey cautioned that existing institutions may cover needs.
Paul Harvey argues Hedda Hopper misjudges modern stars by blaming youth and fashion. He cites tax rules on performers and Clark Gable era wealth, contrasting lavish lifestyles with today's modest pay. He warns of a social shift where crime may seem cheaper than honest ambition.
Sophia Loren enjoys a private Riviera gathering with Carlo Ponti while rumors of an engagement swirl. Jimmy Dorsey plans a "show must go on" tour with The Fabulous Dorseys as other celebrities juggle careers and high society gossip.
Estrellita notes lunar influences favoring ambition and enterprise for tomorrow. It urges imagination and skill in cultural and artistic pursuits and advises those with birthdays to take the initiative this week, with influences lasting about six months and a notable outcome between June and September.
Zadok Dumkopf notes his favorite TV comedian returns with the same gags and weak laughs while a California farmer reports drunken hogs after consuming water.
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