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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1959
Page
6
The Middletown Journal of Middletown Ohio lists mail and carrier subscription rates, pricing per week and year, plus a religious quotation. The notice cites publication by News-Journal Inc and includes address and post office details.
The piece traces Anastas I. Mikoyan as a surviving Old Bolshevik and top Soviet figure through postwar shifts toward crude materialism. It covers his longevity under Khrushchev, the first top Russian visitor to the United States since 1946, and links to the Truman Doctrine era and the 1948 Czech coup that cemented Soviet influence in Eastern Europe.
Secretary of Commerce nominees face mixed reviews as Lewis L Strauss advances under a recess appointment on Nov. 10. His long Wall Street career, recent AEC chair term ended June 30, and reserve Navy service shape a business oriented nomination. Historical notes compare past picks by FDR and Truman, including Hopkins, Jones, Wallace, and their contentious Senate votes.
Hal Boyle notes gout afflicts hundreds of thousands of men in America and debunks the belief that high living causes it. The pamphlet About Gout explains the disease as a metabolic abnormality increasing uric acid, not contagion, with heredity likely. Obesity worsens it and diet tips advise avoiding certain rich foods.
An Argentine army takeover of railways turns trains into a literal cannonball express. In San Remo Italy a runaway elephant hid in a garage, choosing it as a park. A Brazilian cat joins mice and dogs bound for space, promising a noisy outer realm.
David Lawrence argues the United States should not warmly welcome Soviet deputy premier Anastas Mikoyan. He warns a friendly reception could boost Communist methods, damage moral force, and justify Kremlin to Russians and captive nations. He urges a principled stance to aid those seeking liberty behind the iron curtain.
Washington reports a six day AAAS gathering drew 1500 leaders and 1200 papers over six hotels with 5000 out of town and 3000 locally, highlighting practical value in topics from fish behavior to ant estivation and inspiring reflections on science and freedom. The writer notes lasting impressions on lightning safety and the modest progress in psychology observed at the century meeting.
Dorothy Kilgallen notes quick remarriage bids for Debbie Reynolds if she marries soon. Rumors swirl about Frank Sinatra teams, Eisenhower naming Dick as heir, Brando and France Nuyen, plus Easter Tempest film buzz. Also mentions Lilli Paree grandchild, Las Vegas and Pittsburgh as top towns, and Guatemala rounding up suspected Communists.
Dave Regan muses on holidays and dates, noting Christmas Friday and leap year effects. He highlights Saturday July 4 and May 90, warns of Friday the 13th in February March November, and calls April 15 a Wednesday tax day. He mentions a calendar reform promoting Mondays for holidays and a space age where time plays tricks.
Paul Harvey recalls two fatal aviation incidents to stress checklist discipline. He contrasts crop dusting hazards with a Des Moines Bonanza crash, noting pilot Ed Hohl and family died after fuel and instrument approach errors. He urges meticulous preflight routines to prevent repeat tragedies.
The daily Stars Say forecast shows gains across most fields, with Evening vibes favoring romance and social activity. For tomorrow’s birthday, strong job progress and monetary gains are expected this year, plus travel opportunities and stylish surroundings from late May to early September. March and April urge restraint, late February warns of stress, and October promises a good business opportunity. A birthday child will be ambitious yet wary of others.
The Portuguese king housed his court in Brazil to escape Napoleon's occupation. The move marked a lasting shift of royal center to the colony during the invasion period.
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