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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1966
Page
4
The Middletown Journal is distributed daily by New Journal Inc, presenting local, regional, and national news coverage from the newsroom. This record notes the publisher's daily production and business model.
The piece outlines an upcoming GOP intra party clash between progressive and conservative wings as 1968 looms. Nixon is favored by conservatives while Romney Javits consider a ticket, with talk of a Nixon Reagan shift and the need to decide between philosophy and policy. The article also discusses the Central Arizona Project, Sierra Club opposition over Grand Canyon dams, and the possibility of funding via nuclear energy.
A high school athlete paralyzed from the neck down pursues daily exercises and water therapy to stand again, while a college climber who also lost the use of his legs credits inner faith and visualization. Both stories illustrate self-conditioning techniques and the idea that spiritual help can aid recovery.
The National Geographic notes a 20 ton marble Washington statue unveiled in 1841 was moved from the Capitol Rotunda to a less prominent Capitol location and now sits in the Smithsonian Institution's Museum of History and Technology. The term cryogenics derives from a Greek word meaning icy cold.
A Middletown jail inmate refuses to talk without a lawyer citing a Supreme Court ruling. Jailor Lloyd Brewer prompts conversation, then jokes that the inmate must see his lawyer after requesting cigarettes. The exchange highlights police caution notes and courtroom effects.
Bob Considine notes a European style bikini arriving nearly 15 years ago yet unseen locally. At a large pool, several women and teen girls notice a female swimmer in the daring suit prompting curious, amused reactions as a younger sister reports it resembles two rubber bands.
Republicans weigh two outcomes in 1966 elections with hopes of revival led by Ronald Reagan in California while some leaders warn the two party system is threatened. Bliss and Clay stress the stakes for power in government and the nation. A lighter note recalls vacation plans and a jab at Armco sculpture.
Elder couples with savings debate giving large gifts to grown children. The author argues postponing major transfers until death due to risks from market swings, divorce, and unpredictable future needs. He warns gifts to two households complicate finances and urges careful planning for the golden years.
A Middletown Ohio letter warns of rocks bricks hedge apples and concrete thrown from hidden spots at passing cars on Yankee Road and surrounding streets. The writer urges readers to consider safety and responsibility and praises The Journal editor and local officials for aiding a Fraternal Order of Police K-9 corps fundraising effort.
Scientists note about 10 000 earthquakes yearly with most minor effects. Sandy Koufax is named as one of the nation's best dressed men for his sharp appearance even while pitching a game.
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