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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1976
Page
6
Copley News Service questions voter apathy and the 1970s campaign, arguing modern states shift power from elected offices to autonomous bureaucracies. The piece cites Robert Nisbet on “new despotism,” claiming bureaucrats seek self esteem through control and that humanitarian rhetoric masks a governance flaw eroding liberty.
The article highlights a swelling federal payroll with 5 million Americans on it, 2.9 million civilians in 11 cabinets and 59 agencies, 2.1 million on active military duty, and government spending near a quarter of national output. It details land, buildings, rent, and forms, plus vast bureaucratic reach and staffing. It also references Calder and a biblical quote as closing motifs.
A columnist notes the possibility that no other life exists in the solar system. The writer suggests that longing for cosmic neighbors reflects human desire for a Paradise Lost among the stars. The piece hints at expectations vs. evidence in SETI-style speculation.
A discussion weighs whether contacting an alien civilization would bring paradise or a grand diversion. The speaker argues we might be thrilled by any sign of life beyond Earth while seeking knowledge, not cures, and ponders the allure of silent, enduring questions.
The author contrasts legends like Bermuda Triangle with Crane's Great Death idea to argue that Americans are bored. He notes Americans spend about 30 hours a week watching television and that children would idle before screens if not for eating sleeping and school. The world will die with a yawn.
A columnist quotes Tom Burnam's Dictionary of Misinformation noting misstatements about gendarmes Lincoln Hitler Holmes Magna Carta and Shakespeare facts. The piece invites readers to rethink common beliefs and asks what readers learned today.
The piece analyzes post election trends showing Republicans losing House seats and governors while holding the Senate and state legislatures. It notes independents favored Ford less, Carter benefited from debates, and outlines GOP opportunities if it retools toward conservatism and attracts independents and southern voters.
The Journal published by News Journal, Inc. in Middletown Ohio lists subscription prices for various delivery methods. Home carrier rates are 72c weekdays and 23c Sundays, motor route 132c daily and 24c Sundays, or $4.20 for four weeks. Mail subscriptions are $38 per year in the U.S. and $46 outside. All motor route and mail subscriptions payable in advance.
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