Flawed Anti Crime Bill Needs Reconsideration
The editorial argues the omnibus anti crime bill is inadequately strict on gun controls and threatens rights with wiretapping expansion and weakened Supreme Court protections. It calls Congress to strengthen gun limits, curb violence, and reassess multiple provisions for sounder action.
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Just Who Is Responsible for Kennedy’s Death
A reader laments Senator Robert Kennedy’s assassination and urges reevaluation of values. The writer names diverse groups and condemns the act, then thanks hospital staff and volunteers at Middletown Hospital for service to others.
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Middletown Journal Subscription Rates List
The Middletown Journal lists subscription prices for daily, Sunday and mail delivery. Rates include 10 cents per weekday copy, 60 cents weekly for city routes, 15 dollars yearly by mail in trading areas, 24 dollars outside trading area, and 38 dollars outside the U.S. All subscribers paid in advance.
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Thanks for Saving a Life Public Thanks Letter
A reader publicly thanks doctors nurses aides clerks and technicians who helped save a life and asks how to express gratitude for being given back life. The note reflects appreciation for medical staff and the emotional impact of recovery.
Memorial Day Parade Sparks Controversy Over Noise
A spectator criticizes some motorists for blasting pop music during the Memorial Day parade, arguing the day honors fallen heroes and suggesting attendees learn the meaning of the holiday.
Elevator ride raises laughs and fears at the Journal
A reader recalls a tour sponsored by the Air Force where the pilot joked about a computer controlled plane and no pilot aboard. Other anecdotes include a Mars sticker on an elevator and a blackout ride that scared a bystander into vowing never to ride again.
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Beginning in memory of Robert Kennedy and Johnson era
Joseph Alsop argues the nation must use Robert Kennedy s death as a call to a new beginning. He urges integrated education, reduced segregation, job growth and housing while addressing the race problem as the root of violence. He insists on bold practical reforms to honor Kennedy s legacy.
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This Baffling World A Book Review by John Godwin
A vivid review by John Godwin of This Baffling World recounts puzzling and inexplicable phenomena. It highlights famous mysteries from Mozart at age eight to the Mary Celeste disappearance and Oak Island treasure lore, presenting explanations and skeptical notes.
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Observances and facts from early 20th century world lore
Sunday holidays shift to Monday in the US. Galapagos tortoises thrive 500 miles west of Ecuador. The Plimsoll Line marks ship load. named for Samuel Plimsoll. Icelanders rarely eat herring, using it for livestock feed. Taft opened 1910 season with first pitch. Washington beat Philadelphia 3 0. Brazil, largest SA nation, inherits culture and language from Portugal.
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