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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1964
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists subscription rates for its newspaper, detailing prices per copy, weekly carrier, and mail options for trading area and outside regions. It notes publication by News-Journal Inc since 1857 and includes a religious blessing from Thessalonians.
The Rev. Robert J. McCracken of Riverside Church voices concern that Protestant progress on ecumenism lags behind Catholic efforts sparked by Pope John. He cites the Princeton Consultation and calls for reform and renewal to address ingrown worship and broaden church unity.
A century ago this month Civil War battles began with Grant's siege of Petersburg and by July Union losses totaled 12,849. Wilderness campaigns raised Grant's toll to 55,000. The year saw national conventions, Lincoln's renomination, Chase's GOP bid, and Farragut, Sherman, and Sheridan victories shaping a Lincoln win.
Meade Lux Lewis, a leading boogie woogie pianist, shaped its simple yet complex style with close right and left hand coordination. He was killed when a car struck his vehicle after a performance, a tribute notes his impact on American music.
Washington officials plan a grand trade and aid package to promote Romanian independence from the Soviet bloc, including industrial plants and nuclear reactors. Details await announcement as Congress may be asked to grant most favored nation status after elections.
The piece debates Democratic reaction to Barry Goldwater securing the Republican nomination. It explores liberal and nonpartisan critics, potential cross over votes, and the impact on Johnson’s position while noting polls and grassroots sentiment.
The piece notes the highest instrument the piccolo and the lowest the double bassoon in Haydn Creation. It records Carrie Nation’s anti saloon actions starting in 1900 and a June 9 1911 event. It also states the US handles about 130 million telegrams annually.
President Johnson secured House approval for nearly the full $3.5 billion foreign aid request as Congress moves toward final appropriation. The March to a complete deal mirrors earlier years where presidents faced repeated trimming by Congress, with 1947’s Greece and Turkey aid the notable exception. Johnson’s handling of the process is hailed as a political achievement akin to resolving the railroad dispute earlier.
A Southend, England man was jugged for seven days after stealing a penny from a coin box. The remark calls the sentence overly stiff.
The Commerce freight boat, commanded by Captain Porter, arrives at Lebanon on the Warren County Canal feeder from Middletown. It will carry 200 barrels of flour and whiskey to Cincinnati, as work continues on the 20 mile canal with six locks and a dam at Lebanon. Residents debate the project as costs rise from 123000 to 217000 and landowners consider suits. The canal connects to the Miami Canal and serves Shaker Union Village and local mills while facing flooding and aqueduct challenges.
A business associate recalls an Easter away from home and a family realization about sermons in church. The piece contrasts modern lecturing on social issues with the older Bible story of Jesus, urging focus on the Kingdom of God over World Government and Civil Rights themes.
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