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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1962
Page
4
The Middletown Journal of Middletown Ohio lists subscription rates for various delivery areas and frequencies. It notes mail options, pricing, and advance payment terms, under the publisher News-Journal Inc. Founded in 1857.
Old bricks shift from rubble to luxury building material in a national craze. Cities like Atlanta feature new sections built largely with weathered brick. A Tennessee brick sidewalk is shipped to Encino for a prestigious supermarket wine cellar. People are urged to hang onto old bricks as they may fetch high prices. President Kennedy plants a tree in Bermuda by ribbon cutting a ceremonial act, reflecting growing forestry support.
The Peace Corps has about 16 000 applicants but faces shortages in medical and agricultural technicians engineers surveyors and plumbers. Officials reject training unskilled volunteers and instead urge skilled Americans to meet overseas needs. The editorial urges confidence in capable volunteers.
An Air Force B 58 Hustler will use a female voice warning pilots of faults. Tests show quick pilot reactions to a voice, suggesting autos could gain from voice alerts for speeding or missing seat belts. The piece notes both parties worry about upcoming Senate election results as chairs forecast victories.
A wandering narrator recalls a chaotic night driving south on Route Nine through Ossining New York. He laments planning and grocery routines while his wife quips about household management. A stalled car, a waiting state trooper, and a stranded traveler frame a humorous meditation on preparation versus spontaneity.
Factographs notes San Juan Capistrano about 30 miles from San Luis Rey famed for a tradition where swallows arrive on St Josephs Day March 19 and depart on St Johns Day October 24.
The piece critiques the Presidents State of the Union address as political strategy aimed at gaining votes through tax cuts education funds and social programs while avoiding concrete reform on monopoly and tariffs. It notes emphasis on foreign policy defense and potential five year tariff delegation and predicts major congressional fights over costs and policy details.
Paul Harvey recalls how swearing crosses age groups at school and on stage. He cites a neighbor boy's slip and warns that permissive culture fosters profanity and sensationalism. He notes Britain and Broadway exhibit increasing vulgarism and laments moral backsliding in America.
Sudden changes in plans should not disturb you. If you accept matters philosophically you will find they work out for the best. Tomorrow birthdays can lead to an outstanding year with confident foresight. Mobilize efforts now for results through October. Be tactful in personal relations especially November.
A government official in Hungary faces accusations of engagement or marriage schemes to 32 women, allegedly bilking them of 52500. Dogs in Alford England farm area are reported attacking sheep and chickens. A "Fifty Years Ago Today" column recalls meat prices in 1911 as the good old days. Scientists warn about possible loss of leg use and wheelchair questions remain.
Dave Regan presents a humorous column from Mrs Mary Cooper of Somerville about enduring winter attire. The piece laments uncomfortable boots and drafts while recalling grandma’s warm garments and electric blankets, then shifts to a daughter's dress and high heel needs provoking parental fashion disputes.
Dozens of entertainment items feature Tony Curtis as Ira Hayes in The Outsider and a sweeping cast update. Elizabeth Bergner returns to London with play scripts while Aga Khan intrigues continue. Louise Troy jets to Bermuda for rest, painter Annigoni defends Kennedy portrait, Ann Sheridan to star at Drury Lane, and Martine Carol seeks stability. Capucine seeks Camile role, Roddy McDowall to film in Paris for The Longest Day as Johnny Johnston eyes a cafe takeover. Trevor Howard injured in Kenya car crash. Patricia Lumumba Hacienda noted in Miami. Joe Hope to host Academy Awards. Martha Raye eyes Jenny Burns for a Polly Adler musical. Andy Williams studies Greek lyrics. Bobby Short lauded in Las Vegas. Eddie Arcaro faces weight rise after world tour, and a wrestler plans marriage while listing family back home.
Charles G. Bishop was elected to his fourth term as president of the Armco Association board of directors, setting a new record for service. Walter Stamp was chosen vice president and Mark Walke secretary treasurer. The notice also mentions the first tire purchase certificate under the rationing program issued to George Evans of 118 S. Clinton St.
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