George Ball’s Vietnam stance urges grey area diplomacy
George Ball, newly named ambassador to the United Nations, urged a measured approach to Vietnam at a U.S. Chamber of Commerce meeting. He argued for a political settlement over military victory, warning against unilateral concessions and overreliance on force, calling for patience and compromise. Ball’s moderating view, though not fully hawkish, challenges extreme positions and stresses careful negotiation to end the conflict.
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Move to set voting age at eighteen in Congress
Congress weighs a constitutional amendment to fix the minimum voting age at 18. Critics warn that if enacted, even those who disrupted Columbia University could become voters. The piece echoes a biblical admonition urging humility before judgment.
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Buckley mocks Columbia sit in and police action
William F Buckley Jr criticizes Columbia University protests and police intervention. He denounces student leaders, faculty, and officials for supporting dissent while condemning law enforcement for restoring order. The piece cites figures from NYU and a Columbia rabbi amid broader fears of a slide into a dark age.
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Butler County jail levy urged to fund new 192-bed facility
Dave Began Here And There urges Butler County voters to approve a three year tax levy to raise about one million dollars for a new jail. The current facility is overcrowded unsanitary and a fire hazard housing 125 males and 22 women at times. Support comes from church civic groups and the League of Women Voters.
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Humphrey Kennedy ticket discussed by Democratic insiders
Washington observers report a growing belief among prominent Democrats that a Humphrey Kennedy ticket could unite factions. Humphrey refuses the vice presidency, Kennedy aides keep channels open, while Sorensen’s criticism strains ties between campaigns. Rumors point to possible second-spot bids by Kennedy allies and past veep teasing shaping current strategy.
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Louisana
John McKeithen
Kansas
Robert Docking
Oklahoma
Fred Harris
Adlai Stevenson
Middletown Ohio Newspaper Subscription Rates Noted
The Journal published daily by News Journal Inc in Middletown Ohio lists subscription prices for in city and suburban delivery, week daily 10 cents, Sunday 15 cents, weekly mail options at 15 dollars yearly in trading areas, 24 dollars outside, and 38 dollars for outside U S. All mail subscriptions payable in advance. Founded 1857.
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Bombing Pause Abused by Hanoi In Vietnam War
Joseph Alsop argues the North Vietnamese exploit President Johnson's 90 percent bombing halt to reinforce and expand operations. He notes large April troop movements, a Cambodian supply chain, and potential resumption of bombing between the 19th and 29th parallels if Hanoi rejects constructive talks.
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County Tax Is Needed For Roads To The Editor
Letter to the editor argues for a county wide tax to fund road repairs. writer counters a recent Middletown Journal claim that city and village residents would not benefit, noting county residents use county roads and bridges. Also references water rate plans and an unpaid sewer trunk line tax in Darby Park, urging county residents to unite for fair treatment.
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