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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1957
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists per copy and carrier rates for city and outside areas with Sunday edition options. Mail subscriptions vary by trading area and frequency, with annual prices for U S A and international addresses.
The article explains U S cities increasingly rely on municipal income taxes and other levies as property tax shares fall from 50.6 percent in 1950 to 47.8 percent in 1955. It notes Ohio Pennsylvania Kentucky Missouri cities already use earnings taxes, with Philadelphia and Washington D C among leaders. It details payroll and gross income tax debates, past state actions, and a New Jersey seasonal luxury tax idea for Asbury Park and Atlantic City.
The Federal Power Commission authorized an independent three dam project but rejected a high dam. The FPC notes similar flood control and recreation outcomes in either plan, estimates higher costs for the high dam and taxes paid by taxpayers, and concludes the United States should not undertake Hells Canyon development.
Hal Boyle reports on Dr. Thomas K. Cureton's method to detect and reduce middle aged spread. The test uses abdominal and expanded chest measurements. larger belly girth confirms spread. Cureton promotes intensive training and breathing, with daily walks or swims, warning results fade if the diet and exercise stop.
The piece argues Congress must cut the federal budget by changing programs not waste. It notes 88 percent goes to national security and prior laws, leaving 12 percent elastic. It urges public education and accountability to curb spending without harming services.
The writer mocks the spent feud between Perle Mesta and Gwen Cafritz at a Philadelphia hotel event. He recalls the chaotic antics and political guests, then calls for two new rival hostesses to revive the feud and save the city’s social scene, inviting nominations for replacements Mary Ann Floyd and Eleanor Hawkins Fort as potential contenders.
The column questions taxi drivers’ reliance on tips, arguing for living wages and regular salaries comparable to other transit workers. It reviews Mike Todd’s early stage work, notes Elizabeth Taylor’s marriage, and reflects on how wives’ wages and clothing are legally treated in various states. It also analyzes horn sounds as personality indicators and cites a 213 carat diamond necklace bought for 750000 in 1916, recently sold for 385000, a near 50 percent depreciation.
Parish plans a quiet Sunday St Patrick's Day with a children’s mass at Holy Trinity Church. Ninety eight scouts will wear green uniforms and sing Hail to St Patrick during the service. Msgr J F McNary will preside at the altar.
Paul Harvey argues the President seeks expanded federal drought and disaster relief with a three to one federal state match, but states must front 25 percent. He notes current state contributions under one percent and laments a shift from state to federal responsibility amid debates over overseas aid and domestic funding.
The Butler County Commission authorized expenses exceeding 183000 for operating county government offices. Rev. Charles L. Henderson of the Church of the Nazarene finished a two week Ohio District speaking tour. Deputy C. R. Cooper urged residents to file intangible property tax reports by March 31. Lyle D. Otts became associate of the Wurlitzer Piano Co to lead its music department.
The stars favor activities if efforts are adequate with emphasis on diplomacy in family matters. Avoid financial risk while noting a favorable period for worthwhile goals and new ventures, especially late 1957. Personal relations improve. December brings prestige. a child born then may be sentimental yet prone to gambling tendencies.
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