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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1968
Page
4
The article questions rushing the U S SST program citing the Concorde’s potential early market entry. If Britain delays or reduces Concorde participation, the competitive pressure eases. This could justify slowing SST funding and reallocating scarce resources to domestic priorities.
A girl named Mary heads to class puffing a cigarette in a scene urging awareness of smoking risks. The piece notes growing tobacco use among teens despite U S Public Health Service warnings about lung cancer and other illnesses.
In Washington a notable Senate race looms as Everett Dirksen 71 the Republican minority leader appears vulnerable amid a year of expected GOP gains. A youthful challenger emerges in a contest that could redefine leadership dynamics on Capitol Hill.
A letter proposes local men's clubs form a Big Brother organization to mentor boys lacking fathers. Volunteers would spend a few hours weekly with a boy, with no money needed, sharing guidance and mutual activities. The writer cites a seven year old as a potential beneficiary.
A resident thanks an unnamed young man who helped after she fell on ice and broke an arm on January 9. He drove her home, later found her glasses, and placed them on apartment hall mailboxes before leaving. The writer wishes to meet him to express gratitude.
A private poll shows Governor Kerner remains popular despite two terms and may seek re election. If he runs Daley would need to override Kerner’s objections to place Shriver on the ticket. An Illinois Democrat says Kerner dislikes Shriver and he would resist strongly.
A public notice advises residents not to reveal neighbor information to unknown callers. Answer with a simple question or hang up if abuse occurs. Do not cooperate with illegitimate inquiries. rely on trusted sources for neighbor details and use the telephone only for rightful use.
William F Buckley Jr argues conservatives embrace private schools as a path away from central school authority. He cites history, vouchers, and rising private options as a reaction to urban governance, demographics, and dissatisfaction with public schooling. He notes potential shifts toward autonomy and contracting education to teachers and parents.
Commentary argues a mixed system would benefit all, keeping public schools for those who choose them. It notes the dawn of a shift toward option, tuition, and patronage, suggesting broader appeal for diverse schooling paths.
The Middletown Journal lists pricing for local and mail subscriptions. Daily issues cost 10 cents per copy in city areas, with weekly and yearly rates for in trade areas and outside regions, plus international pricing and advance payment terms.
Joseph Alsop argues that the Johnson administration treats next summer as a federal problem for riot control while lawmakers debate whether preventing riot planning and incitement should be federal. He notes the Nixon warning of preplanned racial war and outlines Pentagon riot contingency plans and interagency coordination.
The article notes Atty. Gen. Ramsey Clark heading a school of thought with many U S district attorneys and FBI support opposing federal active steps against persons. The riot commission members push for such legislation, while the White House appears eager for a recommendation.
An internal U S government debate discusses preemptive policing and federal aid to curb racial violence amid urban unrest. The piece argues that any proposed law should address white paramilitary groups and the underlying urban ills fueling riots.
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