Japan marks Fourth and a century of change
The piece surveys Japan from the Meiji ascension in 1868 to the present, noting opening to Western trade after Perry, modernization of the military, defeats and wars, and postwar alignment with Western powers while pursuing Western-style reforms. It contrasts Japan's transformation with other nations over 100 years.
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Matthew C. Perry
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Middletown voting machines and precincts blamed for long lines
After a calm retrospective view, officials say the two hour waits during the presidential vote stemmed from too few Coyle machines. City precincts were merged to 23 with Creekview at 1712 voters, causing delays as 10 machines failed to serve up to 1,000 voters early. Suggestions include more machines or smaller precincts and voter education.
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Johnson sees no regrets as he nears retirement
President Johnson looks forward to retirement with no regret and vows not to intrude on the next presidency. He expects to publish accounts of his administration, consider lecturing, and hopes to settle war aims in Vietnam before leaving office. He praises Hubert Humphrey while noting the political path ahead.
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Nixon
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Princeton
LRT
Jim Jones
Harris Poll
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Patrick Lyndon
Pat Nugent
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Lyndon Johnson
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Hubert Humphrey
Hubert
God
Creator Has Plan To The Editor Letter Critiques Life Planners
A reader argues against life planners and universal reforms, contrasting them with divine plans. The author appeals to faith to guide political and social decisions, urging God’s guidance for a better nation. The letter closes with personal reflections on faith, patriotism, and youth understanding world affairs.
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Goly Wogans
Hitler
Bert McSparrin
S. Main St
God Is Answer An 11 Year Old Speaks To Editor
An 11 year old girl voices a belief that God answers prayers in a letter to the editor. She presents faith as guiding her daily life and asks readers to consider divine help in difficult times.
Time Is Against Hanoi Now in Paris Talks
Joseph Alsop argues Hanoi faces a dwindling military capacity in South Vietnam as it negotiates in Paris. He links concessions to a bombing halt with a looming winter-spring offensive, noting North Vietnamese main forces and VC infrastructure are shrinking. Harriman may hold unexpectedly strong leverage.
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Paris
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da Nang
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III Corps
Creighton Abrams
Averell Harriman
Middletown Journal Subscription Rates Notice
The Middletown Journal lists subscription prices including 10c per weekday copy and 20c Sunday, weekly 70c, 21.00 yearly within the trading area, 30.00 outside, 38.00 outside USA. Notices indicate advance payment and publishing details.
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USA
Chare from the Staff and Jog Fashion Row
A gossip column captures a staff exchange with Cpl. Frank Gibbons about weight loss and daily runs around South School, plus AP editor Jean Sprain Wilson clashing with jogger fashion in Oregon, and a quirky ballot mishap tale later.
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Portland
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Wetzel
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BOB CONSIDINE U S Saved Face
The president halted bombing of North Vietnam to avoid embarrassing U S command in South Vietnam Saigon allies. South Vietnamese jet unit training in Oklahoma faced limits and would fly only against South Korea targets if authorized. The article questions trust in new pilots to follow air war rules.
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South Korea
New Supersonic Squadron To Join First Squadron
The announcement said the heavy hitting new squadron will soon join the First Squadron, activated over a year ago with equally fast supersonic U S planes.
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U. S
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