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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1964
Page
4
The Middletown Journal announces subscription prices and delivery options. Rates include per copy 6 cents weekdays and 15 cents Sundays, carrier 50 cents weekly, mail 12 dollars yearly within trading area, 20 dollars outside, 35 dollars to outside USA. Subscriptions payable in advance. daily publication by News-Journal Inc. Established 1857. Includes a Bible verse.
Political observer P Crumley Heavensent argues national party conventions dull voters with Convention Groggies red eyes slow reflexes and nightly Cow Palace talk before Labor Day. He contends Democrats and Republicans collude to condition audiences so speakers seem louder than they are a convention might be invented if not existing. The piece notes a long hot summer and likely autumn ahead.
The piece argues for preserving high level championships in boxing. It endorses Cassius Clay defending the heavyweight crown against Floyd Patterson, cites Sonny Liston’s negative image and Liston’s withdrawal against Clay, and notes Patterson’s win over Eddie Machen as making him a logical challenger.
Juanita Castro Ruz, sister of Fidel and Raul Castro, sided with the revolution briefly but denounced the brothers after they betrayed their aims. Her flight and critique depict defectors facing a communist regime and urge unity within the Organization of American States to curb Castroism.
A cousin builds a 1500 pound steam engine on his suburban lawn and lets neighbors and kids ride it, reviving childhood thrills. The author recalls Martinsville Ohio trains, a phonograph gift, and a plane ride revealing life’s bright moments. He urged maintaining altitude of mind to feel alive and find spiritual eagerness.
The text lists diverse historical notes from 3600 B C to 80 A D. It mentions Sumerian understanding, Smyrna’s oldest slab arch bridge, John Wesley Hyatt and celluloid, Benjamin Franklin as the 15th child, Bamian Buddha statue, Benares before Buddha’s sermon, the Colosseum’s grandeur and elliptical seating, reflecting a compilation of antiquarian trivia.
Spectator Charles B Palmer and fellow resident James Lamphier challenge public apathy after protests over Jacot Park sale to Middletown Shopping Plaza. The ajourned discussion stretched minutes as commissioners, including Denham and Clark, urged patience while residents voiced views. The tone hinted at civic lessons for locals frequenting meetings.
John Chamberlain argues mobility drives American growth beyond anti poverty subsidies. He cites offshore oil and gas work, revived industries, and repurposed mines as proof that areas decline briefly but rebound. Cooley’s book warns capital should fuel productive uses, not prop up lagging towns.
A short retirement guide for those 62 and older, noting about 18 million retired Americans across Florida and the West. It offers blunt tips on income, illness costs, relocation, living with or near children, low level jobs, civic activity, banking, insurance, social security, travel, wills, cemetery plots, and the idea that retirement grants true freedom, with a postal offer for the booklet.
Dorothy Kilgallen profiles John Kenley and his Kenley Players in Warren Ohio. The 14 week season, 2650 seats, and profits around 100000 yearly show how he draws audiences with stars and strong vehicles. He edits shows for audience enjoyment, cuts dialogue, and emphasizes accessible pricing and local appeal.
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