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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1969
Page
4
The article reflects on Apollo 10 nearing Earth return and a astronaut’s claim that human capability is boundless if focused. It questions space exploration priorities, resource allocation, and whether space efforts remain competitive or should unite humanity, urging a thorough reassessment now.
National Highway Safety Bureau figures from the Driver Register Service show about 8,900 driving licenses revoked nationwide with roughly three quarters for alcohol involvement. That implies around 6,675 licenses revoked for drunk driving, and about 1,800 licenses revoked each year.
The piece notes about 650,000 driver revocations annually in the United States for drinking while driving, arguing alcohol as a key factor in highway fatalities. A biblical proverb line appears, stating care in one’s household.
William F Buckley Jr argues that Ronald Reagan bears blame for Berkeley disorder. He claims the governor overreacted and cites a 1969 incident requiring National Guard support after a sheriff requested aid to maintain order and enforce laws.
A Berkeley land dispute at People’s Park escalates to police injuries and National Guard involvement after UC’s $1.3 million claim to eject squatters. Restive students and faculty clash with tear gas, helicopters, and a controversial governor’s response drawing sharp public ire.
John P Roche analyzes the Los Angeles mayoral race noting Tom Bradley’s strong 47 percent showing against incumbent Yorty. He argues the result reflected a broad backlash against white racism and a conservative turn in California, predicting Bradley should pursue higher office.
Marianne Means reports that Minnesota DFL leaders urge Senator Eugene McCarthy to retire rather than risk a split in the party if Hubert Humphrey seeks the Senate nomination. McCarthy faces weak home support, with Humphrey popular there, and local polls hint he may be forced out if he remains.
A March 21 release from Geneva reveals World Council of Churches officials admit sending aid to North Vietnam and the Viet Cong since 1965 with increased aid in 1968. WCC offices confirm limited aid mainly medical supplies. The letter questions the councils' transparency and cites reports of religious suppression in North Vietnam. The writer denounces NCC and WCC affiliation and rejects their representation.
A sister reports a beige leather purse stolen from a porch at 1122 Young Street on May 30. The owner emphasizes the loss of medical papers and eyeglasses needed for essential medicine and asks for return, offering a reward.
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