The Right will win but a new American Might is needed
The piece argues the 1980 election may favor a conservative right yet warns ideology alone won t guide policy. It notes Sunbelt shifts and Carter s appeal while stressing the looming Soviet challenge and need for a practical American strength beyond rigid theories. It questions Carter s military knowledge and the public s distrust of hard political theory.
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Arms sales to Egypt spark debate over U S policy
Comment notes U S Egypt arms deals including six C130 aircraft amid Kissinger Sadat tensions. It cites Israeli frictions, Saudi and Moroccan purchases, and fears of shifting power balance. The piece links credibility with Arab nations to U S policy and notes a biblical-psalm closing quote.
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Mark My Words Nowhere to go
Jim Fiebig recalls a string of public smoking infractions from elevators to marketplaces and airplanes. A frightened boy in a straw hat quietly asks if the narrator will tell on him as a man offers a seat.
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Jim Fiebig
Reagan Backers Split Over 1976 Election Strategy
Reagan supporters split into three groups after Ford wins. One group backs Ford for economy, despite flaws, hoping policy gains. A second group favors a plausible Democrat like Jackson or Carter, seeking foreign policy change. A third group builds a new party aimed at defeating the current GOP and paving 1980 reform efforts.
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Gerald Ford
Ford
U.S
William Simon
Alan Greenspan
Henry Jackson
Hubert Humphrey
Jimmy Carter
More than paid bill inspires thanks to police officer
A letter recalls a car crash with a police response. Sgt. Doug Nichols offered to pay the vet bill or replace the cat. The Dietz family thanks the officer and peers for police care. They also question stamp designs, delivery speed, and rates.
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John
Charlie Brown
Mickey Mouse
Stamp Critique Sparks Post Office Budget Worry
A colorful remark accuses the post office of wasting money on new 11 cent stamps with an obnoxious tasting glue. The speaker jokes the glue may be from skunk claws and mentions horses’ hooves as an alternative source.
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The Journal published daily by News Journal Inc in Middletown Ohio details subscription options. Rates cover home delivery, motor route, and mail, with prices for weekdays Sundays and annual packages, plus post office information and founding year 1857.
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Corwin Nixon Announces Campaign for 73rd District
State representative Corwin Nixon of Columbus Ohio declares bid for re election in the 73rd District presenting his platform and support from local GOP groups in Columbus. He emphasizes job growth fiscal responsibility and constituent services during the campaign kickoff in Ohio's capital.
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Corwin Nixon
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