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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1964
Page
4
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An editorial argues for establishing public trust funds to cover expenses and family support for police and firefighters injured or killed in duty. It notes current donations vary widely and sometimes fall short, citing the Kennedy assassination case as an example, and says trust funds would reduce reliance on donations while preserving individual generosity.
Mississippi has borrowed eight million dollars to cover current expenses since last March. A proposed bond issue was avoided due to budget and tax revenue declines linked to civil rights tensions. Critics warn economic pressure harms Mississippi residents and education, urging tolerance and lawful action instead of boycotts.
In the dawn journey to Bethlehem the young couple nears the holy city. Joseph finds the inn crowded and sorrowfully confronts the reality that Mary may deliver soon with no room indoors. He then asks for a place for their donkey as the crowd waits outside.
The writer cites pre convention dispatches noting Lyndon Johnson’s wary underpinnings and a forecast of Kennedy era crises including Cuba Berlin and embassies. It contrasts Johnson’s conservative image with Humphrey’s liberal influence and asks how Johnson may allow liberal goals amid party rifts.
Tomorrow brings excellent planetary influences and strong opportunities for big projects and impressing superiors. Personal relationships, romance, and creative interests receive stellar blessings, with good travel and social activity ahead. caution urged on spending in select months. concludes noting Coon Butte crater and planetary satellite facts.
A Middletown obituary highlights the life of Dave Finkelman a successful businessman and devoted community leader. The column praises his extensive civic work charitable giving and readiness to assist all requests. It notes his heart problems and urges new leaders to continue the development projects he championed downtown.
Washington coverage notes President Johnson mixes on the record off the record and background briefings. He holds sporadic impromptu talks with reporters, excluding many, producing quotes that can be attributed or not and leaving readers unsure who spoke.
The North Koreans object to a tree at Panmunjom calling it hostile propaganda while officials discuss peace, goodwill, and a broader war on poverty. President Johnson, Hubert Humphrey, and Rep. Robert Taft weigh in on party strategy and priorities ahead of upcoming political battles.
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