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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1968
Page
4
The piece argues that inflation persists despite a 10 percent surtax, noting the Vietnam War and consumer buying spur as key factors. It cites economist Paul McCracken and suggests Nixon may extend the surtax beyond June 30 to curb inflation without triggering high unemployment.
The piece forecasts more elephant meat available as protected elephants in South Africa grow from about 6,000 to around 7,700. Rangers cull selectively to manage grazing and water needs, boosting future supplies of steaks and chops, with a tongue in cheek nod to holiday feasts.
Marianne Means notes Nixon plans a uniform look among aides with clean cut appearances and practical, action oriented minds. The Nixon men resemble junior versions of their president with no sideburns or flashy fashion and a preference for pragmatic, quantify results over theory. They reflect middle America and will be visible yet restrained extensions of the president.
Two local youths sign a letter to the editor under another friend’s name, causing hurt and apologies. The incident teaches responsibility and the value of trust. A lighted display on a doctors’ building at K Central Avenue near Shafer Street celebrates ecumenism with Christian and Jewish symbols, designed by Dr. Hyman Helfman.
President elect Nixon shapes a cabinet mixing policymakers and administrators. Kissinger will focus on national security at the White House, while Rogers leads State with diplomatic input coming from officials daily. Kennedy, Stans, Mayo, Moynihan and others align to advise on finance, commerce, urban affairs, and transportation.
Subscriptions listed for daily and Sunday editions with prices for city and suburban delivery 70 cents per week 21.00 per year and 30.00 outside trading area 38.00 outside the U.S. All payments due in advance.
The speaker argues American tolerance of dissent reflects permissiveness, not weakness, citing Berkeley protests and widespread criticism of U S policy. He notes Indian officials criticize U S policy while protecting friendly ties and laments selective repercussions for visiting critics versus domestic dissent.
A public figure notes double standards in racism critiques and agrees with Indonesian Ambassador Soedjatmoko on black power as dignity and identity. He suggests a visit to Indonesia to speak on overseas Chinese persecution and asks the ambassador to help arrange it.
The report notes Iran submitted a case to the United Nations Security Council demanding an end to Russian interference in a specific Iranian province. It also mentions the bazooka, an American infantry weapon, deriving its name from and a funnel associated with former comedian Bob Burns.
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