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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1955
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists pricing for daily, Sunday, and mail subscriptions in different regions. The paper notes an address at 1007 First Ave Middletown Ohio and quotes a Bible verse from Timothy 2 8.
The piece examines labor leaders courting farm leaders for cooperation in 1956. It cites past farm labor alliances, notes their fragility when prices rise, and discusses parity subsidies and wage issues that shape alliances across industrial and farm states. It references Roosevelt eras and Farmer Labor movements to explain shifting loyalties.
Representative Dempsey of New Mexico argues remedial Natural Gas Act legislation is vital to sustain exploration and production. He notes gas pricing at the well is a small fraction of consumer costs and warns Congress against actions risking future supply and an economic disaster.
Milton Eisenhower argues private colleges uphold academic freedom, enabling public institutions to share in the liberty. He warns that private college decline risks government control of education and erodes freedoms across society.
In the Gaza Strip 250000 refugees live in UN camps under Egyptian control. As soon as refugee girls finish school they seek jobs in Kuwait Iraq Libya or Saudi Arabia where wages are high. Dowries rise steeply and many plan two to three years abroad to fund college education while sending money home.
Horoscope notes financial caution and budgeting advice through late 1955 and 1956. It foresees better periods in early 1956, improved personal relationships from November 1955 to mid 1956, and travel favorable June to September. A child born today is described as ambitious and principled.
A national Democratic source suggests Eisenhower may be more open to a second term after his heart attack. The piece weighs public health fears, party dynamics, and the possibility of Nixon as successor, noting past leaders’ ages and duty versus personal risk in the cold war era.
Gray haired Sherman Adams moves into presidential headquarters in Denver to aid President Eisenhower during convalescence. The unofficial chief of staff wields outsized influence, interpreting wishes to Cabinet members, guiding day to day decisions, and balancing burdens on the ailing leader. Adams arrives early, shuns cocktail circuit, and has a history as a hard driving leader in lumber and New Hampshire politics. He helped Eisenhower’s rise and remains a potent, trusted adviser.
Harry Boyd argues the yearly traffic toll could be reduced by two thirds by applying proven methods everywhere. He cites two needs: coordinated action among police prosecutors and judges, and public support for policy enforcement. He critiques public apathy and calls for decisive, funded safety measures.
A witty column notes Russian music often sounds sad yet patriotic with a parade past Lenin's tomb and a tongue in cheek May bell be ne. It cites a U S farm delegation saying Russia lags a century in farming and mocks farm women’s attire as atrocious. Chicago stylist Ben Gingiss predicts Bermuda shorts becoming evening wear for men.
Lewis Strauss states the United States is clearly ahead of Russia in peaceful atomic development, but notes that is not the atomic development issue of concern.
Dave Regan notes Moore Plumbing on S Main hosted Old Fashioned Days with a Chic Sales display moved to the sidewalk. He recalls rain moments did not spoil parades and families enjoyed the events, with talks of annual Fall Festival possibilities and broad public approval.
The article discusses how in the United States a President cannot cede power to a temporary acting head. It analyzes the disability clause and whether Vice President Nixon could act for Eisenhower, noting no precedent for temporary delegation. It considers potential paths if illness persists, including resignation and Nixon’s oath, with court challenges possible.
William Fishbaugh was re elected secretary of the Fireman's Pension Fund board of trustees. Margaret Shera and Charles Sherman were named editors of the Middletown yearbook staff, the Optimist. Russell Snyder won the Kiwanis Club election for president. Dr. E McCall Morris was elected vice president.
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