This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 12 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1953
Page
4
Middletown Journal presents pricing for home delivery and mail subscriptions. Rates vary by city area and Sunday newspaper inclusion, with annual options for local and distant readers and a verse from Proverbs included.
Valedictory President Truman will speak to Congress early in the week and possibly address the nation on January 15. He plans a departure from prior messages by offering no recommendations, reflecting his view of his place in history and the new Congress.
At the Paris NATO meeting the mood was cautious and indecisive amid economic concerns. A 1953 outlay of 239.6 million dollars for European bases was the only clear decision, with Europeans wary of heavy defense costs and political risk.
Hal Boyle captures the post holiday malaise as the new year feels old and tired. The piece contrasts grim urban life with a hopeful robin signaling better days, noting cold, bills, delays, and everyday struggles, ending on a cautious note of renewal.
Washington gossip notes the high cost and fashion trends around the Eisenhower inauguration. GOP elites reportedly rent white ties and tails while congressmen estimate trip expenses from 1000 to 2000 dollars per couple. Oklahoma Senator Kerr promises help with tickets or jobs, reflecting an expensive welcome to the new administration.
A well to do neighbor laments small woes while a Raleigh letter from a poor man highlights happiness in family faith and simple gains. The writer recalls schooling, work in a textile plant, and 45 years with his wife, noting faith and gratitude as true riches.
Irene M aged 20 a dime store clerk asked arrest of two men for rape after an alcohol driven outing ends in an assault at a forest preserve. Crane argues society should not punish victims for drinking and warns against blaming versus rapists.
A newspaper notes that head colds foil good moods in winter and cites a doctor saying people gain weight in winter. It mentions a movie actress reporting jewel theft worth about half a column. Exgland operates a post office on wheels with letters written on remains stationery.
Genevieve Kemble notes the week starts with a hopeful forecast for promotion, recognition, and long term growth. Those with birthdays should pursue promising plans and concentrate efforts to attract collaboration and turn ambitions into tangible values. A child may face desires against pride with support from authorities.
Thebloodmobile visits Middletown February 11 and 12 to honor Pvt. Glenn Morris, a Middleton native and double amputee recovering in Tokyo. The Red Cross dedicates the collection to him and invites readers to send birthday cards before his January 31 22nd birthday.
Dorothy Kilgallen reports on New Year whispers in show business. Mike Todd and Jackie Copeland rumors, Cara Williams wedding, and Leonard Key Cupid ties amid Broadway chatter. plus talent scouts prowling, and fresh spottings at clubs, studios, and hotels.
Questions cover naval command at Santiago which splits with Sampson present for a conference and Schley led the fleet. The oldest dog breed the Samoyed comes from the Samoyed peoples of Siberia. The nearest US port to the Orient is Seattle Washington. The Roman Temple of Janus kept doors closed in peacetime. Bolivia is the landlocked nation in South America.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.