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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1957
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists subscription prices for in city and outside areas with weekly and annual options. Rates include per copy five cents on weekdays and a Sunday eight cents, with mail options ranging from ten dollars annually in the trading area to thirty five dollars outside the U S A.
Arthur Miller, author of Death of a Salesman, appears in Washington federal court amid intense public interest following his June testimony before HUAC and marriage to Marilyn Monroe. The dispute centers on whether a witness can be compelled to identify former associates in alleged communist activity, with Miller arguing the question lies outside the passport inquiry that prompted the hearings. The case parallels the Watkins matter, now before the Supreme Court, as Rauh argues the core issue is names not techniques, while stressing separation of powers between investigation and law enforcement.
A reader urges replacing a planned north-south freeway with a Cincinnati Dayton bypass along U S 25 and a spur from near Dayton toward Springfield Columbus and Cleveland. The writer argues the idea would meet needs and save taxpayer money and questions officials' choices.
Julie Wilson, a Nebraska singer, becomes the people’s pick for blonde of the year as she climbs from poverty to top-drawing supper club status at the St Regis. She stars in films The Strange One and This Could Be the Night, with 30 gowns and a salary jump from 50 a week to 3500. Her early years were filled with failed attempts, laryngitis, and persistence until a 1948 Mocambo engagement sparked a lasting turning point.
Frank O Diver was elected a director of the Butler County Automobile Club at its annual dinner at the Hamilton YMCA. Judge Elmer Davidson praised the club for its role in fighting traffic ticket fixing. Thomas Gardner, 16, tried to capture a robber at Bob and Walt's service station on Tytus Avenue but was knocked off. Mail carrier Jack Meyer sought a route transfer after Elliot Levy's black bull terrier Bob was killed by a car. Firman Schwartz, 17 years with Greathouse and Sons, died at his 6th Avenue home after a months long illness.
A Washington policy analysis argues that Secretary George Humphrey was misquoted about the 1958 budget. The piece urges informed public opinion to curb political distortion that could delay needed fiscal action and harm the economy.
A reader complains about IRS clerks and the bureaucracy while urging readers to contact their two U S senators and representative. The column contrasts politeness expectations with Civil Service realities, notes deductions denied, and ends with a sarcastic tax question about Shadrach and church attendance.
Former Rep. Lyle Boren visits Washington and notes farmers use rowboats to reach drought relief checks as floods alter routines. Capehart Jenner dispute over judgeships surfaces amid mail pressure talk. A Meat Institute rep at the National Press Club attacks humane reforms, joking about Dutch ham spots. Bitter Democratic critique rounds out the piece.
Dave Regan recalls morning wakefulness becoming a trend as more people plan to sleep earlier and rise at 6 am. He notes his own best sleep is 6:30 to 7:30 am and jokes about the challenges of staying up for late films like Gentleman's Agreement starring Betty Hutton in a surprising role.
Dorothy Kilgallen reports four G men question a chorus girl over possible Galindez case links while FBI pursues only a first name. Other items note Rita Hayworth publicity, Liza Loughlin’s September baby, Eartha Kitt TV backlash, Menotti choosing Spoleto, Cuban rebels, Elvis’s Yvonne Lime tie, Mayflower II exhibits, and a flexible Roxy opening-night pricing gimmick for a Desk Set charity premiere.
The reading advises careful thought before big spending and notes that love matters need tact. It predicts a birthday person will see job progress and domestic gains in the next three months with August and September showing social activity and potential deceptions. A child born today is described as loyal, sincere, and versatile while finances should stay cautious to preserve stability.
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