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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1963
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists subscription rates for various delivery options. It outlines per copy costs for weekdays and Sundays, city and suburban carrier rates, and mail prices for trading and outside trading areas with annual payments required in advance.
Dr. Dana McLean Greeley, president of the Unitarian Universalist Association, urges faith in humanity as a child of God with virtually unlimited development. He cautions against rigid dogma while highlighting the potential for science and religion to shape a future freed from self imposed limits.
A high school boy jokes about regulated weather to benefit people. The piece notes that weather control has long been debated and that, while not imminent, it is no longer pure science fiction. It questions who would decide today’s weather when control becomes possible. Thunderstorms are anticipated.
Harold E. Stassen, once a Republican presidential hopeful in 1948 and 1952, hints at entering the 1964 primaries. Once Minnesota governor and a political figure buoyed by past prominence, his move follows shifts in GOP nominating climate and linked to Rockefeller’s personal life, prompting questions about his renewed national bid.
A jeweler discouraged by stagnant inventory seeks guidance by praying with a friend. The conversation leads to a practical ad idea that focuses on romance and engagement rings, helping him move stock, increase sales, and grow his business while becoming a more constructive citizen.
Middletown chatter tags Bill Gillespie as the town's oldest living ex newsboy at 75 76 next October claiming service from the Spanish American War era 65 years ago through the News Signal and Middletown Journal routes. He recalls 5 am paper runs and early trains past Third Street Central Avenue. The piece also notes office characters and local reflections on childhood and tourism. A separate item highlights the Junior Achievers staging a big banquet with 790 attendees and a 100 minute program, including awards and a geranium table-decorations sale.
Finland opens a school in the Arctic Circle to teach reindeer driving. The item notes the unusual 교육 program and hints at the source of the textbooks, asking who wrote them.
A critical essay discusses Dr Benjamin Spock's influence on public opinion and his views on thermonuclear weapons. It contrasts Spock's comments with past leaders who faced communist threats, arguing fear can drive self preservation and questioning if Spock targets exaggerated anti communism rather than broader fear mongering. The piece cites historical events from Deerfield to Cold War tensions to illustrate enduring anxieties.
In a provocative address, Paul Harvey vows that from now on his kiss will mean sex. He criticizes casual kissing and urges restraint amid social and workplace interactions, warning that his public gestures carry serious intent and may prompt shock or protest. Grounded examples address workplaces, parties, and social venues.
Dor othy Kilgallen reports on a flare up between Warren Beatty and Robert Rossen on the Lilith set with both sides accusing the other of creating problems. Vivien Leigh earns a Tony for Tovarich as disc firms pass on a cast album. Bob Hope novel sales top 100000 and Fidel Castro's plots draw attention.
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