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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1972
Page
3
A report from University of Minnesota and Johns Hopkins researchers finds mice offspring from mothers fed methyl mercury show subtle behavioral changes. Though no direct human poisoning signs appear, researchers urge examining minor effects to assess methyl mercury risks.
Dr James Guillet of the University of Toronto reports a plastic named Ecolyte that degrades in a few days to months when exposed to sunlight. The material remains stable in artificial light and could help solve the plastic waste problem by breaking into small particles after dumping.
The article suggests promising talks with Castro over anti hijacking efforts. It notes Cuba’s jails growing crowded with air pirates from the United States. It quotes a biblical line from John 17 3 about knowing the true God and Jesus Christ.
Butler County commissioners unanimously approved Middletown’s annexation project extending the city line west to the new river channel and including farms and parks. The move, to begin in 1920, adds about 3,000 residents and faces opposition from landowners fearing higher taxes and unsuitable hillier terrain.
The East Side plant of American Rolling Mill was excluded from annexation due to a 1909 gentlemen’s agreement to exempt the site. Critics argue it shifts tax burden and strains Lemon Township schools while city officials cite cheaper one time utilities. The Middletown and Lemon Township boards dispute loss of tax revenue as they plan school moves and new facilities.
The Journal published daily outlines home delivery and mail rates. It lists 80c weekly seven days, motor route payments totaling 3.47 in 12 installments, 3.20 in four weeks, and a 5Sc service charge for tube placement.
New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller plans a 1976 presidential run while seeking a fifth term as governor. He faces age questions, Attica fallout, and Nixon’s shadow, with strategist Robert Price rejoining to run both campaigns.
A reader laments the timing of mailed tax forms and instructions amid holiday mail volume and notes news of an increase in Social Security payments. A casual editorial tone highlights bureaucratic scheduling and the impact on taxpayers.
A letter urges the City Commission to loosen land and business regulations, curb water and sewer rates, improve delinquent bill collection, localize park funding, hire local workers, cut unnecessary studies, and freeze utility prices. It also critiques rising taxes and Social Security contributions, warning of inflation and urging fiscal prudence from government and business. Richard A. Poirier Franklin.
A letter calls for greater city recognition of Middletown firemen and police who did not receive a Christmas card from city officials this year. The writer notes sparse gifts from a few businessmen and argues for stronger appreciation for those who risk their lives.
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