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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1975
Page
4
In a Vietnam reflection, the author recalls a hilltop scene with ARVN units behind barbed wire and Marines killed, arguing the U S failed to face realities of the war. He cites home opposition, ambassador dismissiveness, and 100,000 Vietnamese seeking refuge as the last fact to acknowledge.
Stanley Franklin a dairy farmer near Dulles Airport argues for Concorde landings to aid international goodwill while hundreds of Virginians at a rural hearing protest with a taped takeoff sound. FAA hints at limited approval despite environmental concerns. critics warn of noise and ozone issues, while officials emphasize the small, temporary flights and potential wider use in major cities.
The letter argues the United States can absorb Vietnamese refugees with mild community impact. It cites Kissinger estimates of under 60,000 arrivals, notes two thirds are women and children, and urges less rumor and more fact in addressing immigration and welfare concerns.
Abe Hirschfeld argues NYC is a ghost town as traffic, parking shortages, and lack of attractions drive people away. He cites subway travel to the opera, scarce garages from 42nd to 60th streets, and costly towings as factors pushing business to White Plains or other cities.
A reader laments New York’s red tape and bloated government costs while praising LaGuardia and businesslike governance. He argues permits hinder development, cites high city staff costs, compares Chicago and New York family expenses, and urges civic participation or candidacy.
In a reader submitted piece, instructions propose using a darkened color tv and channel 13 to detect a tornado via bright or continuous screen flashes and later supplement with a battery operated radio to hear storm signals. The letter credits saved lives in Midwest states and notes dangers of relying on TV alone.
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