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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1973
Page
4
The American Hospital Association reports the average daily cost for a general hospital stay in 1972 is 105.03 dollars. Some specialized facilities for procedures like cancer treatment charge much more, potentially doubling the average.
A January thaw hints at spring while urging cost cuts and efficiency in health care. The piece notes rising hospital expenses and the burden on families even with insurance, urging Congress to act with improved hospital efficiency without sacrificing care.
Government action recalls hundreds of thousands of tires amid fines to major makers. The penalties amount to small per tire costs, described as a wrist slap. The quote from Matthew 6 8 appears as context.
The piece argues a deep power struggle between government and journalists over source protection and access to raw data. It highlights how shrinking newspaper competition magnifies concerns about bias and censorship while predicting a pragmatic settlement: softer ideology from media and restrained pursuit by courts.
Jim Fiebig laments missing an invitation to Nixon’s inaugural ball and jokes about dancing with 40,000 guests. He later learns invitations were computer generated and accepts he is not in the intimate circle of 40,000.
The Middletown Journal outlines subscription options including daily weekday 15 cents, Sunday 20 cents, home delivery 80 cents weekly, motor route $3.47 in 12 installments or $3.20 in four weeks, and a 15 cent monthly service charge. Mail subscriptions are $30 per year within and outside the trading area, $38 outside the U.S. All payments in advance. Founded in 1857.
The piece argues that cutting off funds for the Indochina war risks undermining peace negotiations and could embolden North Vietnam. It warns of strategic consequences in Laos Cambodia and South Vietnam, and compares dovish lawmakers to Neville Chamberlain while urging accountability before 1974–76 elections.
A column notes doves and hawks in Washington ahead of the inauguration as Haydn and Tchaikovsky are linked to Napoleon era themes. The Kennedy Center and Washington Cathedral present contrasting works under Ormandy and Bernstein while tensions over protests linger amid a charged political mood. The piece mulls peaceful intent versus disruption and adds sharp satire on past political events.
Letters discuss reuse of fiber egg cartons and a push for one way Pine Street to reduce hit skip accidents. A reader apologizes for a typographical error while criticizing Franklin sewage plant foam and algae impact. Carlisle residents name concerns and seek action from officials.
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