Middletown Journal subscription rates and masthead
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Middletown
Ohio
S. Broad
First Ave
Postoffice
U.S.A
News-Journal Inc
Jesus Christ
Nice Little Raise and a Family Staff Controversy
The law allows up to 40000 a year for staff salaries and permits paying relatives. Rep Adam Clayton Powell raises his wife’s pay from 256 to 1009 monthly, legal yet controversial. Critics argue such nepotism misuses public funds while some see potential public-interest benefits. The piece notes other lawmakers share concerns about spending office allowances, and mentions a Soviet agriculture ministry shakeup with a jab about corn.
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House of Representatives
Adam Clayton Powell
Powell
Congress
Mystery of the Etruscans and forged artifacts
New Yorks Metropolitan Museum of Art overestimated its Etruscan holdings with three fifth century B C warrior sculptures later proved to be modern forgeries. The British Museum faced a similar issue with an alleged Etruscan tomb bought in 1873 as genuine but now deemed modern. The Etruscans remain an unresolved historic puzzle with undeciphered language and uncertain origins. Major league clubs now use machines to pitch batting practice and to hit pop flies, mimicking pitching actions.
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New York
Metropolitan Museum of Art
London
British Museum
Italy
Tuscany
Rome
Asia Minor
Mediterranean
Buy American cries return with vigor on national scene
The piece argues that while Buy American appeals are logical for domestic suppliers, trade is a two way street and excessive protection risks harming export markets. It notes 1959 export goods worth over 17 billion dollars and suggests that a fortress mindset could provoke retaliatory tariffs and hurt global relations.
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Japan
West Germany
America
Kennedy opposes packing plan to enlarge House
President Kennedy rejected proposals to expand Congress from 455 to 450 seats amid Democratic backing for the plan. Leader Emanuel Celler and Speaker Sam Rayburn oppose the move, arguing it would unsettle the House and set a dangerous precedent. Chelf cites support from several representatives, but hearings proceed with no Kennedy backing anticipated.
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Washington
Kennedy
House of Representatives
House
Kentucky
Frank Chelf
Chelf
Democratic House
New York
Pennsylvania
Massachusets
Arkansas
Massachusetts
John Lesinski
Thomas Lane
Basil Whitener
Emanuel Celler
House Judiciary Committee
Celler
Number of Representatives
Lesinski
Lane
Whitener
Sam Rayburn
Rayburn
Local wartime volunteers aid service families and campus honors
On March 2 1941 West Middletown ham radio operator John G Hunt volunteered to relay messages between local military men and their families. Maryanna Kronberg daughter of Mr and Mrs Kronberg 12 Ardmore Drive a MacMurray College junior was named publicity chairman of her class dance. Aeronca President Carl Friendlander said workers called to military service would keep their old jobs and receive five dollars monthly for cigarette money during service.
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John G. Hunt
West Middletown
Maryanna Kronberg
K. N. Kronberg
Ardmore Drive
MacMurray College
Jacksonville
Ill
Aeronca
Carl Friendlander
Supreme Court Split Over Communism in Free Speech Debate
Washington editors and justices clash as four dissenters challenge prosecutions of suspected communists. Justices Stewart Clark Frankfurter Harlan and Whittaker argue for robust congressional investigations into Communist influence, while Warren Black Douglas Brennan dissent. The majority maintains free speech does not shield subversive activity from inquiry.
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Washington
Supreme Court of the United States
Warren
Black
Douglas
Brennan
Stewart Clark
Frankfurter
Harlan
Whittaker
United States
Frank Wilkinson
House Committee On Un-American Activities
Communist Party
Carl Braden
Congress
Supreme Court
Department
Justice Black
House Committee On UN- American Activities
House Committee
Senate Internal Security Subcommittee
America
Stewart
Clark
Broadway Gossip and Hollywood Sardines Fly Fast
CBS series delays due to Keefe Brasselle disappearance act sparks rumor of domestic trouble. Eileen Barton remarries Daniel Shaw of New Jersey on Feb 28. Feds probe ex New England governor finances. Tennessee Williams may sue David Loomis for invasion of privacy. Lawrence Carr and Robert Fryer aim Broadway adaptation of The Last of the Southern Winds. Barbara Steele draws film offers with Cary Grant as advisor. Miami Beach hotel casinos eyed to rescue resort amid Nassau and Jamaica gambling rivals. Judy Garland loses weight yet remains fragile. Ingrid Bergman on success and price paid in her life. Elaine May writes a Broadway show with Mike to star later. Johnny Mathis plans a villa in Spain. Harlem rumor ties Juanita Jones to Jackie Williams shooting. Pinkertons win $25 million World’s Fair security deal if five-year run. Lillian Reis arrest shocks Broadway scene and Philadelphia club culture. The Miracle Worker box office dips after Anne Bancroft exit. Spencer Tracy health worries. Astronauts’ literary deals pursued as final candidate readied. Otto Preminger quote on efficiency. Make Mine Mine readied as Lucky Night revival sought. ex King Farouk ski report notes flamboyant spectacle. Gracie Fields reflects on London policing and lasting voice. Robert Rossen casting for The Hustler. focus on pool-playing actors. Arnold Toynbee quip on America as a large dog. Barrie Chase alters look after Mystery Guest appearance on What’s My Line.
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Keefe Brasselle
CBS
Eileen Barton
Daniel Shaw
New Jersey
Feds
New England
Tennessee Williams
David Loomis
Lawrence Carr
Robert Fryer
Barbara Steele
Cary Grant
Miami Beach
Las Vegas
Jamaica
Nassau
Puerto Rico
Judy Garland
Ingrid Bergman
Elaine May
Nichols
May
Farouk
7Th Ave
Gracie Fields
London
Robert Rossen
New York
Mr. Rossen
Arnold Toynbee
America
Fred Astaire
Barrie Chase
Astaire
Winter damage spurs handyman work for property owners
The cold season left sidewalks, driveways, drains, and gutters cracked or ruined, with paint peeling and rust on exposed metals. Wooden garages suffered as water pooled and eroded footings, while spring lawn prep will reveal further damage. The winter boosts demand for versatile repair services.
Kennedy memoirs and White House pledge satire
Washington satire on the White House pledge barring staff from writing memoirs after service. Witty anecdotes involve Bui Van Han, Jackie Kennedy, and Tish Baldridge. The columnist muses on enforcement, dinner party chatter, and the Kennedys’ comfort without a cook’s roast pig tales.
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White House
Bui van Han
London
Washington
Pierre Salinger
Executive Mansion
Vietnam
Tish Baldridge
State Department
Angier Biddle Duke
Tran van Chuong
Mr. Duke
Miss Baldridge
Estrellita Horoscope Outlook For Next Year And Social Life
The reading urges pushing ahead on key projects with favorable work and financial indications. A birthday interpretation forecasts a good year, with special effort bringing possible gains but warns against extravagance. Ingenuity peaks between now and late August, with social travel and possible romance later this month, August, and November.
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