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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1971
Page
4
A Thanksgiving reflection tracing its origins to early pilgrims and the meaning of survival. The piece notes America’s growth beyond the pilgrims’ dreams and warns that the nation risks losing its values unless the holiday’s purpose is renewed through gratitude and pledge to restore ideals.
The Gibraltar dispute shifts as Britain and Spain agree to UN talks. Britain retains Gibraltar since 1715, while Spain seeks its return. Residents prefer British rule, a factor likely to weigh in UN discussions, amid Franco era politics and global strategic concerns.
A Harvard senior recalls Spaulding and Kennedy race for Senate. He notes Nixon may avoid Chappaquiddick in a national contest, while editorial voices argue Kennedy must answer the episode. The piece weighs fitness for office and the notion of atonement before any presidential bid.
A Thanksgiving message encourages counting blessings after illness and hospital care. It warns that worry hinders recovery, urges taking control of thoughts, and promotes a positive outlook over pessimism. The piece notes the support of coworkers and medical staff as part of gratitude.
President Nixon signed a 21.3 billion military procurement bill while opposing a congressional move to set a final withdrawal date from Indochina. He argues Congress has no power to dictate commander in chief actions and that withdrawal hinges on prisoner releases, Vietnamization progress, and ceasefire talks. He also urges a broader peace treaty backed by SEATO allies and cautions against renewed war in Asia. He plans to press Beijing and Moscow on shifting roles and support for aggression.
The Journal, published by News Journal inc in Middletown Ohio, lists subscription pricing for daily weekday issues, Sunday editions, and motor route mail options. Rates include 80 cents for seven days, 10 cents per daily copy, 20 cents Sunday, and mail prices of 30 dollars per year within the trading area and 38 dollars outside the USA, with advance payments required. Founded 1857.
Bob Considine notes the 1621 Plymouth feast linked by Edward Winslow to Massasoit. He contrasts Brad ford era hospitality with modern holiday excess, adds a leering jab at highway deaths, and dwells on Eddie Rickenbacker’s door mishap. The piece blends history, satire, and celebrity anecdote.
A reader argues for privacy, citing harassment from unlisted numbers and willingness to pay extra for privacy. The letter also rebuts Japan Week criticism, urges understanding of Vietnamese and other minorities, and defends American patriotism despite critiques of foreign nationals in Middletown. The writer notes 19 years of military service.
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