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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1973
Page
4
William F Buckley Jr comments on President Nixon's tax returns and the hush money around his papers. He notes public disappointment that no secret fund or Swiss account is shown and discusses the burden of public scrutiny on the president.
The piece argues critics weaponize Nixon's tax history and the San Clemente estate move, saying commentary misleads the public about tax provisions and gift rules. It condemns sensationalized framing and notes the rise of anti Nixon sentiment while defending focus on legitimate policy concerns.
The piece recalls Anne Frank and a Jewish family hidden in Amsterdam attic defying Nazi forces during World War II. It notes Dutch sympathy for Jews persists while outsiders try to pressure the Netherlands, contrasting with the Arab oil embargo of the era.
An article argues for a control scheme where alarm boxes lock up arrestees until fire crews arrive. It questions unintended risks for those fleeing a burning home and considers potential failures if alarm booths catch fire. The piece cites broader energy and political tensions in Europe.
Jeffery Hart notes deer season ends in northern New England with mixed views. He recalls idealized hunting images and laments the modern hunter crowd. He describes hunters driving, drinking, and shooting from vehicles, then concludes the season is over for this year.
A retrospective letter asks readers to dismiss wartime bias while predicting Japan as a future ally, imagining German Italian Hollywood ties and U S ties in reverse. It cites editor chatter, Jimmy Cannon’s remarks, and a Times correction joke about a crocodile revived.
The piece notes TV and press tout Ford as the new president while street sentiment shows boredom with political turnover. It questions whether Ford can restore trust, and cautions that even strong reputations can look alike in the ongoing Washington turnover.
A letter to the editor argues against a gasoline tax amid energy shortages. It contends high prices hit wage earners hardest while aid to oil interests would rise, and urges readers to pressure congressmen with votes to oppose discriminatory taxes. It accuses oil firms and government of exploiting reserves and taxes to fund bureaucracy.
The Journal published by News Journal, Inc. lists per copy prices 15c weekdays and 25c Sunday. Home delivery by newspaper boy 80c for seven days, motor route $3.47 quarterly or $3.20 four weeks, with a 15c service charge. Mail subscriptions 30 per year in the trading area and 38 outside U.S.A. All subscriptions payable in advance. Founded in 1657.
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