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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1951
Page
4
The Middletown Journal details subscription options with per copy pricing and annual mail rates for local trading and outside areas. Includes a Bible verse from Psalms 104:31.
The piece analyzes France's six party National Assembly after elections where De Gaullists lead and Communists gain the largest vote. It argues fear of Moscow shapes European stability, urges fighting fear with propaganda and Western confidence to preserve balance of power.
The piece argues Congress should curb travel allowances of 20 cents a mile and other perks claiming costs are small compared to overall spending. It notes stationery allowances, free hospital care for lawmakers and families, liberal retirement annuities, death benefits, and occasional "free vacations" during investigations. It also mentions haircuts for Senators and insists on principle over money.
Dr. George W. Crane discusses Randall P. a 38 year old gasoline station operator and his family as an example of courteous service. He argues that personal treatment drives customer loyalty and that psychology and consistent friendly contact are essential for successful sales and business. He warns poor salesmanship alienates customers and cites the need for training beyond quick hiring.
Genevieve Kemble reports that today may bring unusual developments and curious obstacles. Energies rise toward aggressive action while emotions seek to unravel odd factors and relations, with a sharpening mental focus expected.
Opinion column argues the United States is boxed by UN pressure to accept a cease fire with no conditions. It warns that stopping fighting could lead to extended Korean war, wider Soviet opportunity, and a demand for military victory or continued action. It calls for securing 12 000 missing Americans or risking public support for ongoing war.
The narrator cites the biblical and classic authority to argue people cite the classics when proving points. He recalls a hobo camp memory and the song Hallelujah I’m a Bum as a teaching moment about economy. He warns savings decline and urges housewives' practical knowledge on prices.
The column warns that birthdays bring emotional incitements and obscure judgment. It suggests wise heads and influential minds may help in forming opinions, as those born on this day face perplexing adventures and potential calamity without guidance.
President Galo Plaza of Ecuador and his daughters Luz and Elsa drew attention in Washington during their school visit. The girls, ages 15 and 17, enjoyed American life, while Secret Service escorted them, even joining a fashion luncheon. The piece also notes a lie detector firm near party headquarters and recalls a humorous exchange about potatoes and God.
An AP piece lampoons barbers and baldness with a list of notable bald or hairless figures including Alfred Kinsey Nelson Rockefeller Albert Einstein Ben Hogan and Arthur Godfrey. It notes bald men deemed more virile and mocks the notion while linking hair to vanity and scenes from popular culture.
In a guest column actor Robert Alda recalls Sky Masterson in Guys and Dolls and his own early gambling experiences. He relates a Cincinnati dice run, Las Vegas discovery, Nick the Greek’s losses, and anecdotes about fellow players including B. S. Pul ly.
A friend's chart shows US debt history from 1865 to 1950, with family burden rising from 1700 to 6786 dollars for a four person household by 1950. The piece argues for caution in defense spending and calls for greater government economy, citing the Hoover report.
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