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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1969
Page
4
Modern history echoes in a July mission scout as planners list a Moon target for upcoming space effort. The article notes rapid current events and public appetite for rapid progress while yesterday’s breakthroughs seem routine today.
A physicist, Dr. Chieh Chang of Catholic University, proposes using lab mini-tornados and dust devils to develop methods to curb destructive tornadoes. He plans field tests in New Mexico, balloons into whirlwinds, and eventual large-scale trials, alongside reflections on Apollo 9 and 11 lunar missions and their driving human curiosity.
A brief religious reflection cites Luke 19 10 RSV noting Jesus mission to seek and save the lost as central to Christian faith.
The Combat newsletter prints pages from Sirhan Sirhan notebooks showing he viewed himself as American and sought to shift U.S. policy toward communism. He praises the Communist cause and writes of overthrowing the president. The piece argues Kennedy’s assassination was tied to broader anti American and pro Communist motivations.
The Middletown Journal lists daily publication details and subscription costs. Rates cover mail and newspaper delivery options in and outside the trading area, with annual fees and advance payment requirements.
Joseph Alsop discusses Senator Edward Kennedy’s political bind as he weighs how to respond to Nixon and the left, noting Denver school busing debates, Lindsay’s New York issues, Hayakawa’s support, and mounting pressure from intellectuals. Kennedy’s strategy hinges on balancing bold attacks versus alienating voters ahead of a potential 1972 bid.
The piece notes Senator Kennedy grappling with a public stance on student disorders while downplaying the anti ABM Weisner Report. It contrasts his eloquent university speech with the muted reception of Weisner’s findings and hints at a grand, theatrical reception that did not occur.
Marianne Means analyzes the Democratic Party six months after defeat. The lack of unity plus leaders like Humphrey Kennedy and Mansfield leave Fred Harris as the practical head. Harris faces pressure from moderates to radicals while courting a council chair role.
A letter to the editor urges a refund for out of town residents paying Middletown city income tax to cover garbage charges and argues for a public vote on higher taxes including Social security, surcharges, and license fees. The writer calls for more letters to city commissioners and references a page urging action against Pay TV before June 12.
A reader urges complaints against a proposed income tax increase and warns pay TV bills may rise. The letter directs readers to contact Congressman Buz Lukens and share concerns about losing free TV in the May 101g TV Guide.
A reader vents anger at the welfare department, claiming it mostly aids households with fraudulent arrangements. The writer asserts taxes fund a flawed system and calls for withdrawal of their family name from support programs.
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