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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1956
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists subscription prices for in city and outside area, by week and by mail options, with Sunday edition add-ons. It publishes daily except Sundays from 1007 First Ave, Middletown, Ohio, and includes a Bible verse reference (Matthew 16 24).
The United Mine Workers announce a new contract with substantial wage gains for coal miners raising basic daily pay to 22.25 dollars by next April. John L. Lewis frames the six hour day debate in terms of costs and industry competition while defending investor returns in a free enterprise system. The talks acknowledge lean profits for coal investors despite workers benefiting from higher wages and productivity.
A Missouri led program named Planned Progress assists rural communities in becoming attractive places to live and work. Sponsored by Missouri Edison Missouri Power and Light and Union Electric, it offers coordination advice and cash awards to spur local efforts. Over 200 communities have participated since 1952, funding sidewalk and street improvements, recreation programs, school bond campaigns, parks, volunteer fire groups, and cleanup drives, with outsiders helping but not solving local problems.
The piece notes tens of millions of Americans, many in moderate income brackets, owning stocks is vital for growth. It cites U S News & World Report estimates of $35 billion in 1956 plant spending and a long postwar total near $269 billion. It argues sales of stock should fund expansion to avoid heavy debt.
Hal Boyle surveys quirky trivia from mail and bartenders. He notes nurses walk far more than housewives, hippo teeth once fed dental ivory, and millions fish dollars chase the big catch while beer flows. He mentions Puerto Rico marriage licenses, the Pentagon switchboard, and ancient Egypt’s cat worship as curiosities.
The Middletown roller hockey team beat Dayton 4 to 2 at the Dixie Belle rink. Local players include Hubert Addison John Beller Eddie Addison Wireman Smith and Floyd Pennington. Laurine Gillespie won amateur program top prize with Dorsey and Mabel Shepherd second and Virginia Blankenship third. J W Sullivan Armco guest spoke to Kiwanis at the Manchester Hotel. A chimney spark caused a small roof fire at Hugh Turner’s home.
Washington faces a pivotal 1957 foreign aid decision as Congress cuts a billion dollars from Eisenhower's request and bans new military aid to Yugoslavia. The debate centers on aiding satellites like Poland and Hungary, and the Middle East crisis, amid fears of Soviet footholds and isolationist pressure.
A traveler details mastering Paris Metro routes from Place d Etoile to Montparnasse and Montmartre, plus affordable bistros and nightlife. He notes the 52 autobus lines, budget meals at places like Flamberge and L Escargot, and cultural stops such as the Sorbonne and a 1400-year-old church.
A Washington tale pivots on a political pundit rant provoking an enraged man. After a heated exchange with a cop over election commentary and presidential health, the narrator confesses intent to kill the pundit, then shoots the officer with the same weapon.
The text notes a special jury is impaneled from those with specialized knowledge for certain criminal cases. It then states Brazil, larger than the United States, was discovered in 1500 and is the fourth largest country, and mentions octopus cooked in its own ink as a Portuguese delicacy.
Dave Regan notes the Thanksgiving to Christmas shopping rush as layaway plans gain speed in appliances and furniture sectors. He urges early selection and payment readiness, while joking about turkey and the holiday pacing ahead of the full Christmas rush.
Paul Harvey recalls a small suburban kiddie amusement park run by an ethical owner who keeps rides clean and well maintained. The owner says insurance inspections drive safety, and Harvey notes private insurers actively enforce safety to protect profits and customers.
Dr Carter quips humans need a living environment while a German rocket specialist says the first moon journey may not occur until about 2000. Interplanetary travel risks rise with no witnesses, as a Swiss wedding of a German multimillionaire features more reporters than guests.
A midcentury horoscope notes that careful study of plans and careful execution will yield progress in job and finances over six months with good effects on personal relationships. June to September bring profitable social and business contacts, possible new romance for singles, and a warning to adapt plans as needed.
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