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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1971
Page
4
William Buckley Jr writes that the 1960s reversal of public school prayer sparked deep national debate. He argues the Court’s stance did not abolish religion, but shifted its place, provoking political battles from governors to Congress and bishops who warned the amendment risked violating the First Amendment.
The Journal lists Frank R. Myers as Editor General Manager with Dave Regan as Executive Editor and Elwood Richardson and Paul J. Day as Managing Editors, detailing the newspaper’s senior editorial leadership.
A confidential Blue Cross memorandum proposes a low key lobbying drive to push for a major role in national health insurance. The document, circulated to 74 state and local programs, argues only Blue Cross can fund health care nationally, while critics say universal Social Security financed coverage is needed and private plans fall short.
Sam Yorty mobilizes New Hampshire campaign setup with aide Robert Philbrick and early HQs in Manchester Nashua Berlin and Rochester. He signals not backing down from a possible presidential bid, shaping talks with donors and political figures while countering East Coast liberal and press framing. New Hampshire conservatives and key backers like Bill Loeb push Yorty’s potential challenge if Scoop Jackson stays out.
Tom Braden argues that a House vote on an amendment to the First Amendment will force school prayer into classrooms. He warns it will coerce students, jeopardize nonpraying children, and racial tensions may rise as communities face mandatory prayer times.
Publication from Meadietown Ohio outlines home and mail delivery options. Rates include 80 cents for seven days on weekdays, 20 cents per copy for daily pickup, and 30 dollars per year by mail within and outside the trading area. Motor route pricing and installment options are noted, with a service charge for monthly placement. Founded in 1857.
Dr James C Fletcher new administrator of the NASA urged keeping space work active despite skeptics. He recalled Daniel Webster’s 1844 Senate dig at funding projects and noted the nation spends 42 cents of every tax dollar on social programs versus 14 cents on space. He warned a NASA shutdown would save little. If Nixon’s marriage terms were real, Jackie Onassis could be secretary of the Treasury.
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