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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1959
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions, including in city and trading area rates. It notes publication by News-Journal Inc and mentions a biblical reference from 1 Kings 18:2.
France moves to a heavy franc at 100 old francs per new one starting July 15 under Pinay reforms. De Gaulle and Pinay tout reform success amid restored prestige and a rebound in gold and currency reserves. Jacques Reuff directed finance study that aided the currency redesign.
Voters in Virginia face a legislative primary seen as a test of support for Gov. Almond's "freedom of choice" plan amid mass resistance from segregationists. Incumbents aligned with massive resistance challenge Almond moderates as candidates emphasize or avoid integration details. Armistead Boothe vows minimal integration in Alexandria, while Reid Spencer p supports free public education but carries segregationist backing. Breeden opposes compulsory school closing.
In Washington, Fulton Lewis Jr. criticizes the Moscow art exhibit labeled American art for its heavy Communist ties. He cites Francis Walter, Khrushchev, Foster, and criticizes the State Department for endorsing the show as representative of American taste. He argues the works fail to reflect the public and deem them propaganda.
The nebular hypothesis explains the solar system origin. The Church of Latter Day Saints opposes plural marriage. Bald and golden eagles are similar in size, with the California condor large among North American raptors. The first U.S. road was the old national pike. The Kodiak bear, largest, averages under a thousand pounds.
A forthcoming steel strike could last eight to twelve weeks and cost hundreds of millions across industries relying on steel. Officials discuss federal intervention, the Taft Hartley framework, and a proposed secret worker vote on the final offer to avert disaster and stabilize prices amid rising imports.
George Dixon recounts two rival magazines sending crews into Georgetown to photograph Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy and Mrs. Evelyn Symington. The pair cooperated, posing on streets and in a deli, while crowds watched. The piece also notes a Library of Congress reception for poet Robert Frost with Justices Warren and Frankfurter in attendance.
A July 14 1939 crowd of 500 witnessed Sunset Park lighting on two tennis courts with 18 lamps enabling night play. Park Board chair Frank Wendt noted many had not played tennis before. Butler County Commissioners planned to remove grade crossings at Overpeck and Busenpark within 30 days after two women were killed at the Overpeck crossing. Tennis classes for Girl Scouts began at the YMCA courts on Broad Street with 34 girls参加ing and Mrs Lawrence Lackey as instructor.
A reflective piece on time's flow through mid 1959. The author notes how days and months feel shorter as life speeds by yet we age slowly. Memories of youth fade while the present gratitude for good health grows in a skeptical, concise meditation.
Dorothy Kilgallen and Betty Hutton drift through divorce talk while Cass Franklin's tax fight looms. Ali Khan’s datebook adds Elga Anderson. Mindszenty eyed for headlines. Don Lopez and Grace’s fashion, Kay Kendall health, Eileen Barton delays, and Pat Wilson joins Fiorello. Broadway buzz, Monaco fashion, and Cuban politics mix with Hollywood quips.
The stars indicate strong financial stimulation tomorrow and favorable business dealings with key figures. Caution advised within family matters and budget limits through year end. Job progress possible by clearing pending matters now, with optimism in August October and December. A child born today will show great moral courage.
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