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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1957
Page
4
Middletown Journal publication details list subscription rates for daily and Sunday delivery in Middletown Ohio trading areas with options by carrier and mail. The notice cites a 1857 founding and includes a biblical verse from Matthew chapter thirteen about seeds.
After five months of talks in London among the United States Russia Britain France and Canada the disarmament negotiations show little sign of progress. Dulles and Stassen push for trust building while Congress delays any binding agreement until 1958. Russia seeks immediate unilateral end to tests and broad inspections while the US demands ongoing open inspections to deter surprise strikes.
Hal Boyle surveys a new jargon named gray flannelism that has spread through executives in advertising and sales. Edward M. Meyers collects phrases overheard in conferences offering quirky lines like "What this idea needs is more of an idea" and "Let's drive it into the parking lot." The piece catalogs playful corporate jargon catching on in ivory tower meetings and beyond.
An Oregonian editorial notes that free market forces solve shortages and oversupply without new laws. Early bootlegging of new cars arose when production outpaced demand, with nonfranchised sellers undercutting franchised dealers. Prices later fell as franchised dealers cut prices to win customers, eliminating bootleggers and proving supply and demand protect consumers.
The piece argues that voting against jury trials in contempt cases is a broad threat to American justice. It cites Jefferson, notes Democratic splits, and criticizes Senate handling of the issue as contrary to due process amidst Supreme Court questions. It highlights constitutional rights and calls for careful Judiciary Committee study.
Washington gossip traces Mrs. Wayne Morse's quarrel with Senator Morse over civil rights, noting their 33 year marriage and 22 moves. A satirical Capitol report then sketches late night activity by so called specialists, police, and cleaners in the Senate, ending with a quip about a Bureau of Indian Affairs ice purchase.
A nature item notes a savagely stinging South American bee produces only sour honey. The report highlights the insect’s aggressive defense and a curious honey taste outcome amid climate and ecological context.
The reader surveys gendered views on romance and marriage, noting men dominance in poetry and love songs, and why men marry for love while women seek marriage. It also covers miscellany on song origins, living statues, foundling naming, a baseball riddle, smoking, and sweater fashion commentary.
The Here and There column writer admits after 12 years he forgot to file. He explains heat and a rushed schedule led to a late coffee break and a missed editorial deadline, with a loudspeaker alert arriving at 8 am indicating copy could not be produced for the page.
Dorothy Kilgallen cites London gossip on Cary Grant and Betsy Drake denying rifts while Sandra Deel expects a second baby in February. Shirley Booth to receive the Sarah Siddons Award in Chicago. Ingrid Bergman urged to leave Rossellini by Rome friends amid the Indian incident. Mike Todd’s Park Ave stroll costing over 70000 dollars after art purchases. Operation Mad Ball boosting cast hype with Kovacs Rooney Lemmon Smith. Ava Gardner tied to Spain mansion woes as Air Force needs curtail amenities.
Patience and tact are needed to maintain harmony in the morning. Nervous tension may raise contention, so watch dispositions. The afternoon brings relief from pressure. Personal relationships and new friendships grow, with possible strong business contacts and rewards for six months of work.
Two 17 year olds Viela Hettinger and Irene Middleton were injured slightly when their car rear ended a parked truck on Rt 21. The Boy Scouts Camporee at Camp Hook was shortened by heavy rain. Lou Gehrig took the American League batting lead from Cecil Travis of Washington for a day. Richard Gillen passed the State Board of Pharmacy exams after four years at Cincinnati College of Pharmacy. Mrs Myrta Pyle, patriotic instructor, joined Civil War Veterans reunion at Sandusky Soldiers Home and presented flags to the Ohio Sailors Soldiers Home.
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