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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1969
Page
4
Frank R. Myers serves as general manager and Paul J. Day as managing editor for the newsroom. The pair lead operations and editorial strategy at the publication.
The piece describes a new elder group, the Progressive Adults of Ohio, advocating higher Social Security, a homestead exemption, and tax relief for disabled or blind seniors. It notes their potential influence, the strain on families to care for elderly relatives, and the likelihood the movement could inspire similar blocs in California and Florida.
The public learns more about Senator Kennedy's fatal car crash and its possible impact on his presidential prospects. The editorial urges full disclosure of circumstances and notes the episode tests Kennedy's integrity while offering sympathy to his family.
Middletown editorials urge loyal enlistment as Lincoln calls for 300000 more troops. The Western Journal condemns Copperhead sentiment led by Clement Vallandigham and urges Butler County residents to join the draft effort to defend the Union.
Washington columnist David Lawrence warns that vague tax reform talk and potential changes to the income tax system threaten business planning, charitable giving, and capital investment. He urges extending the surcharge and quick, clear action by Congress to avoid recession ahead of 1970 elections.
Richmond report on George Wallace portrays him as catlike and alert to Nixon, framing a 1972 campaign theme iceberg and a reorganized staff led by Sage Lyons. Wallace aims to influence national policy and stay ready to run if needed.
The White House quietly pursues an international urban problems exchange. President Nixon cites Japan and The Netherlands for transit and housing ideas and pushes for NATO urban council ties. Stephen Hess travels to Tokyo and Hong Kong to study slums sewers and transit.
The Journal Published daily by the News Journal Inc. at Middletown Ohio lists subscription prices for various delivery options. Rates include 10 cent weekday copies, 20 cent Sundays, 70 cent weekly, and annual mail subscriptions of 21.00 within the trading area and 30.00 outside, with all payments in advance. Founded in 1857.
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