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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1951
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists subscription rates for various delivery options including per copy 5 cents and weekly carrier 25 cents. A Bible verse from Ezekiel 9 11 is included with the notice.
The article assesses the first half of the 82nd Congress, noting focused disclosures on military weaknesses and urban crime, with legislative work hindered by investigations. It compares law output to the prior term, discusses Korea uncertainties, budget delays, and debates on military aid, taxes, and controls, plus conservative domestic policy trends.
Senate approves a bill to raise Marine Corps strength by 50 to 100 percent, from about 200,000 to 400,000, creating four full combat divisions with air support. House bill would place the commandant on the Joint Chiefs. Senate version would allow direct access to the President if needed. Navy and Army oppose, citing a potential split land forces. President Truman previously called the Marines the Navy's police and later apologized for his remarks.
Dr George W Crane discusses a state convention where a doctor questioned why no soft drinks were offered at cocktail hour. The piece argues liquor advertising sways many Americans, noting 50 million social drinkers and 100 million nonusers, with medical professionals often pressured to drink. It cites a medical student’s party where cola was provided after a non alcoholic need, illustrating changing norms.
Analysis by David Lawrence notes how wording in communications between Communist leaders in Korea and General Ridgway creates questions of authority. The UN will demand credentials from Peiping backed representatives and seek a defensible armistice line with a demilitarized zone.
Hal Boyle notes that crime is large in America yet millions remain honest and moral. A reminder that citizens hold power to vote out poor leaders and shape government in a hopeful, rights-respecting nation. The piece contrasts sensational headlines with everyday decency and personal responsibility.
A playful travel column praises New York City as an affordable dream weekend for the young at heart. It urges touring on foot, exploring Fifth Avenue, museums, churches, Chinatown, Wall Street, and Times Square, with sights like the Statue of Liberty and skyline. It notes weekend access for about $25 or less and ends with a nostalgic wish to return.
Dorothy Kilgallen reflects on the modern Swoon Set of crooners led by Billy Eckstine. She notes their civility and musical knowledge, describes college fans as the new generation, and recalls fans traveling long distances to Broadway appearances, including an 18 hour train ride from Pittsburgh to the Paramount.
The piece decries college students as easily stampeded for social approval and manipulated by liquor and cigarette advertising. It contrasts campus gullibility with home influence, noting youths follow peers rather than lead and urging support for Dr Crane and his psychological charts.
A Missouri couple welcomes a tenth boy, highlighting the busy household. The story mirrors a witty quip about vacation costs, framing a lively, large family scene and domestic humor.
Washington scene notes Rep Fred E Busbey of Illinois plans to tour Europe at his own expense to study ECA Voice of America NATO and other topics for impartial inquiry. He will visit Ireland England France Belgium the Netherlands Germany Austria Switzerland Italy for three months. Colleagues accuse him of freeloading and risk expulsion while he says the trip is public interest not a paid junket. Rep John R Murdock and Rep Norris Poulson clash over Arizona water policy and a humorous midget watermelon incident highlights a House Interior Committee meeting.
Dave Regan argues amid UN talks and a looming cease-fire that public calm hides a war-weariness. He urges frank discussion, condemns secrecy, and says readiness and sacrifice may rise unless true peace inspires us. He calls for plain, understood facts to convert apathy into determined resolve.
Genevieve Kemble delivers a lively stars forecast urging immediate action to tie up loose ends and pursue new ideas. A birthday note highlights strong drive, innovative plans, and concrete results, with energetic focus on home, romance, social or cultural matters and potential profit.
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