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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1978
Page
4
The piece critiques President Carter for wavering on the Soviet Union, arguing words alone fail to deter Moscow. It urges firm action such as resuming cruise missile production, accelerating modernization of weapons, and matching rhetoric with decisive policy to avert Soviet blackmail.
A critical view condemns the Carter administration and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for halting work on the Seabrook New Hampshire nuclear plant. It argues the move serves protestors and signals a dangerous shift, threatening future nuclear power in the United States. The piece also critiques property tax relief ideas and cites long term tax trends. It ends with a biblical quote from Luke 10:37.
The Middletown News-Signal ends as a separate paper with The Journal continuing as the afternoon masthead. John Q Bakers lifelong work reshaped local journalism and Middletown’s civic life earning him the title The City With a Soul.
The Journal published daily at Middletown Ohio lists subscription prices for home delivery by carrier and motor route, and mail options. Rates include 90c weekdays, 25 Sunday, 1.15 weekly, 15 daily motor route, 30 Sunday, and yearly mail at 38 in USA or 46 outside with advance payment required.
A reader laments the nation’s foundation on faith in God and cites Jefferson Lincoln and Washington on liberty, urging future politicians to honor Bible principles. A second letter recalls adopting ailing pets and vaccination, urging responsible care. A third letter criticizes Carter’s stance on Cuba, Panama Canal, and policy, accuses him of aiding communism.
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