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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1953
Page
20
The Middletown Journal lists subscription prices for in city and trading area deliveries, with and without the Sunday News Journal, by week or year. It includes a biblical quotation from Acts 2 42.
The piece argues the West should demand concrete Russian deeds before any big power talks. It contrasts Eisenhower’s insistence on good faith with Churchill’s proposal, criticizes Attlee’s stance, and warns that negotiating without assurances risks delays to defense and peace. It recalls prewar diplomacy and urges realism in British policy.
Washington workers face reduction in force as Congress trims agency funding. Civil Service rules favor veterans and status holders over non veterans, shaping who keeps or loses jobs. In 1953 the civilian workforce numbered 2.53 million with about 942 in Washington and an average monthly salary of $328.50.
New York columnist recalls England preparing for Elizabeth II’s coronation on June 2 amidst war scarred London. He describes crowds in Westminster Abbey, reporters’ attire, pubs along the route, and hopes for a rare joyful moment breaking wartime grimness.
President Eisenhower plans a Bermuda meeting with British and French leaders to present a united Western front to Moscow. Attlee faces upheaval as France's Mayer leaves. a new premier may share views. The aim is to set terms for a possible high level Berlin meeting with Malenkov and to test Soviet seriousness. The outcome could confirm or undermine faith in Soviet cooperation and Western unity.
Erich Brandies argues age is a mental measure not a number. He urges readers to value outlook over years, noting youth and aging influence decisions, self image, and wisdom. He cites Joan Benny and others, ending with the warning against cosmetic aging obsessions.
Dr and Mrs Bryan Sharkey hosted a casual dancing party at their Manchester Road summer home for Donald Sharkey and a group of University of Dayton friends and classmates. The item notes a fortieth birthday moment and includes a mention of Robert Koehler on Fifth Avenue in a related context.
State representative Martin A Lingler discusses Capitol anxieties caused by legislation. He outlines mining land inspections, gas storage facilities, daylight saving time proposal, clerk-treasurer mergers, and a new Ohio Legislative Service Commission. He notes constitutional amendment timing and term provisions for top state offices.
Miss Ruth Heffner, a popular Middletown girl and daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Heffner of First Ave, is graduated from Bethesda Hospital Cincinnati.
The stars indicate high domestic activity and possible visits or news altering home life. Surprises are positive though plans may change. decisions look favorable. If tomorrow is your birthday, the year ahead should be lively and rewarding with some recognition and financial gain, but guard against impulsive acts.
Dave Regan notes listeners found little local interest with Bob Hope's show except Marilyn Maxwell on air with Hope. They discussed a high school romance with Bob Ridpath of Aeronca, Liz Ridpath's husband, and a piano surplus offer for churches or schools. A tornado warning from AP arrived too late for Friday paper.
Dorothy Kilgallen reports Gary Cooper coy about Giselle Pascal romance with Paris hotel photos, while Shipwreck Kelly faces service refusal after a toast in Southampton. Lounging stars, music and film gossip swirl around Dallas Kiss Me Kate, Jose Ferrer Rosemar y Clooney, Vic Damone, Crosby, and Mona Freeman amid lavish premieres and bets on screen pairings.
Perry Como turned down a Las Vegas engagement offering 35 000 dollars per week for a two week stint.
Indications point to a shift in environment with evenings favorable for social life and new friendships that may aid business. Romance remains positive and arts careers are favored for notable recognition. For those born in 1953, this year promises adventure, travel, and rich creative energy.
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