15 Mar 1973
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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1973
Page
1
Washington AP reports spokesmen from the government and beef industry suggest the recent drop in consumer demand for beef could be a temporary decline not signaling sustained high beef prices. Officials emphasize potential quick rebound and market resilience amid evolving consumer tastes.
The item references sections such as Deaths Editorials Heloise Markets and Middletown Area Sports with listings for television theaters and want ads. It hints at women’s news and local features in a county state newspaper page.
A Treasury economist notes robust economy may lift beef demand despite higher prices. National Association of Food Chains reports 15 of 16 chains ordered less beef last week, off 3 to 4 percent, while wholesale slaughter remains high and beef prices climb. Cost of Living Council finds no current demand drop. study on potential meat price freeze rejected but not ruled out.
Two U S pilots Maj Philip E Smith and Lt Cmdr Robert J Flynn, the last Americans held prisoner in Communist China, arrived at Clark Air Base after being flown from Hong Kong. They were among 146 POWs still in captivity, with release dates tied to the Vietnam cease fire terms. Flynn and Smith, long separated, embraced upon reunion as a hospital plane waited.
More than 100 people were killed or wounded when explosions struck a Buddhist gathering at Soai Kiem Pagoda in Tra Cu, Vinh Binh province. Vietnamese and Cambodian locals were affected as authorities blamed Communist terrorists and investigated whether grenades or rockets caused the attack.
The 139 year old Ohio Penitentiary will stop accepting new inmates Friday as the state shifts intake to Chillicothe Correctional Institute and Lucasville. Existing inmates remain for screening, parole, and custodial duties. The move marks another step toward closing the downtown complex, with 30 acres yet to be decided.
Negotiations stalled by a severe blizzard resume today between federal officials and the occupation force at Wounded Knee South Dakota. Indian leaders Dennis Banks and Russell Means say supplies are low but they will not evacuate. Medical needs include insulin for diabetics and antibiotics for pneumonia risk, with observers allowed to bring aid.
Washington AP reports that nearly 60 percent of civilian young men still view military service negatively while attitudes shift as the draft ends and Vietnam steps back. A Defense Department survey of about 2,000 males aged 16 to 21 notes less fear of death or injury as a deterrent and highlights the role of personal freedom and lifestyle factors in enlistment decisions.
Fair skies expected in the Middletown area tonight with lows in the mid 40s. Friday brings cloudy skies and cooler temperatures with highs in the low 60s. Yesterday’s high reached 75 and the overnight low 60. Rainfall measured at 9.5 inches. Weather details available on page 14.
Beiruti report says King Hussein of Jordan commuted the death sentences of guerrilla leader Mohammed Daoud Odeh and 16 associates under pressure from Arab leaders. The terrorists linked to the March 2 Saudi Embassy raid in Khartoum killed two American diplomats and a Belgian. Commutation cited human considerations and appeals. new sentences not specified.
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