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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1957
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists subscription prices by delivery area and method, including per copy and yearly options. It notes rates for city and outside areas, trading area, and international, with a biblical quotation included.
Israel observes its ninth anniversary on May 6, noting previous wars expanded territory beyond UN 1947 plans. Analysts warn Arab states fear new campaigns while Israel’s population nears 1.9 million. The Law of Return could push it to 4 million, if economic and political barriers ease. Henry Byroade urged Arabs to accept Israel as a fact and Israelis to adopt a Middle East identity and peace oriented policies.
The Oregon speaker proposes a plan to tax brackets differently, slight relief for those earning over $10,000 and higher combined taxes for those in the $4,000 to $10,000 range. The idea faces opposition as critics warn it favors the well off. The Oregonian notes 1955 state returns show 24,454 families earn over $10,000 versus 418,239 at or below that level, illustrating middle and lower brackets bear most of the tax load.
A column by Hal Boyle notes ancient and Renaissance poisonings show women wielding deadly skill. It cites Toliana and Toffana, arsenic and opium mixtures, and historic cases from Nero to Landru, highlighting gendered perceptions and dangers.
The piece argues the presidency is a nonstop job and Eisenhower never truly rests. It contrasts British leaders weekend retreats with American expectations, notes the Easter recess and staff methods, and contends modern communication lets the president stay effective anywhere. It urges detachment from routine callers to preserve thinking time.
A collage of Brit names and American observations on language notes how British words differ from American usage, then shifts to marriage statistics and Ed Wynn. It recalls Palace Theatre opening night on March 25, 1913 and a quip about kissing a man with a mustache by Sarah Bernhardt. A reader asks how to handle a wife’s temper. advice cites Wo Lin: avoid arguing with a woman.
A lively May Day column links playful rituals and global events with U S politics. It notes John Foster Dulles, Rafael Trujillo, and Cantinflas amid jokes about budgets, dominos, and diplomatic name lists, with Rep Leo W. O'Brien facing constituent pressure.
The article reviews Francine Chase's book with a forward by Dr. Lester Coleman offering parents 10 steps to prepare a child for surgery. Emphasized: tell the truth, explain the operation, reduce surprises, involve the child, ease separation, explain anesthesia, acknowledge post op pain, and show calm support.
Dorothy Kilgallen notes Ginger Rogers and Jacques Bergerac split while Bar Bara Lang sparks interest. Aware Sardi set members threaten a suit over Richard Bissell portraits in Say Darling, Ford seeks Cary Grant for Edsel campaign, and Julie Andrews misses award with Judy Holliday winning. Orson Welles preapproves Steve Allen script. Susana Cora linked to Lex Barker in Acapulco, Kim Novak’s love life stirs with Tony Kastner headed to Hollywood. Desks Set premiere May 15 at the Roxy. flying squirrels rise to 16.50.
Mount Healthy and Lunken airports faced patrols by Sheriff Lutz and deputies to stop a mass parachute jump by 15 youths aged 14 to 21. Lutz warned arrest for jumping. Donald Spindler led with first place in general science in the all district high school scholarship contest. other first-place winners included Jean Fanning, Janice Schulz, Edward Moritz and Marjory Jacoby. Mrs. W H Spindler was elected president of the Middletown Federation of Women's Clubs.
Estrellita notes tomorrow brings auspicious planetary influences for personal matters and friendship, with cautious finances advised from late 1957. August and September boost social and romantic efforts, October invites recognition and cooperation, while early 1958 hints at business expansion opportunities and a responsible, sympathetic child.
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