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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1950
Page
4
Publishing details list rates for morning, evening, and Sunday editions in Middletown and surrounding areas. Includes yearly mail options, prices for US and outside USA, and notes on advance payment. Ends with a biblical quote from Isaiah 44:4.
News dispatches over the past weeks reflect Washington admitting a long difficult operation in Korea. The war proves bloodier and tougher than expected with possible full scale conflict if Chinese and Soviet allies join. Pentagon insiders warn fall endurance may be needed and UN support uncertain.
In Chicago at Comiskey Park the American and National Leagues met in the 17th All Star game. After 14 innings and seven runs, the Nationals prevailed 4 3, showcasing pitching depth and the clash of youth versus experience. The American League led 8 5 before losing the marathon.
The government reactivates three more synthetic rubber plants as a logical move to safeguard peacetime industry and defense if Far East developments threaten supplies. Total capacity reaches 575000 tons, with private firms boosting to 940000 tons. stockpiling crude rubber rises to a new high as plants operate.
Dr. George W Crane discusses Dora P s case from CASE X 261 a 30 year old wife in eight year marriage troubled by jealousy, alcohol and drift in affection He argues many wives grow passive after marriage and outlines objective tests for marital harmony based on interviews with 1200 couples and urges readers to request his charts via the newspaper.
A witty reflection notes that shoestrings break under pressure and that about half of what people hear is to be doubted. The speaker cautions against gullibility and emphasizes haste leading to broken expectations.
James Marlow explains wage scales for Army enlisted grades from Recruit to Master Sergeant, detailing base pay, increments for time in service, and lodging or dependent allowances. He notes wartime dependents benefits were removed after 1949, highlights current rules for dependents and housing, and contrasts with commissioned officers who receive different allowances plus food money.
A columnist recalls business disputes and peacemaking attempts from personal life to national divides. A gas station owner’s loan trouble, a family cousin, and a failed peace between spouses illustrate fragile trust. The piece argues that national unity mirrors private conflict and urges reading the daily paper for answers.
Hal Boyle notes Korean typography is unique for reading vertically while typed horizontally. He cites Martin K. Tytell who can adapt typewriters to 147 languages, warns Korean keyboards are scarce and difficult to master, and contrasts keyboard differences across languages and regions.
Genevieve Kemble presents a celestial outlook describing an unusual, confident surge in events aimed at happiness and progress in relationships. Influential figures may embrace novel projects, with charm and romantic energy driving dramatic, unpredictable climaxes and surprising collaborations.
Peter Edson reports from Washington that North Korea is controlled not by a democratic leadership but by a small circle of seven leaders backed by thousands of Soviet advisers. The article details Kim Il Sung and three vice premiers, noting Moscow training, exile backgrounds, and war-era roles, with several figures tied to Whampoa and Lenin institutes.
A vivid note envisions plans leading to bold adventures and a big moment. It speaks of a child born today embarking on a dramatic life filled with change romance popularity and prestige in ample measure.
Dave Regan muses on spring frosts killing Magnolia blooms in Middle town and notes many roadside diners survive. He pivots to wartime mobilization, calling for drivers to join the armed forces and warning about hoarding and rising prices while recalling Hal Boyle and Era Pyle in a satirical, opinionated piece.
Dorothy Kilgallen’s guest Buddy Rogers recounts meeting Mary Pickford, landing the co star role in My Best Girl, and Mary sewing her wedding gown in reverse for a unique ceremony. He describes Pickford’s theater of valor radio series, Pickford’s patriotism, and longtime friendship with Lillian and Dorothy Gish.
A column notes births for Carl Perry and Smailey Gentry families, a Fugate daughter, and Fred Bison of Franklin with a Middletown Hospital birth for Steve Vradelis who became a delegate to a National Order convention in Boston with George Poolitsan as alternate. Mrs Harry Veidt’s Forest Eve home hosts Melrose Club members. After five hundred rounds, awards go to Mrs Frank Kopple Mrs Bert Nunlist and Mrs Veidt.
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