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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1949
Page
4
The Middletown Journal announces newspaper subscription rates for various delivery options. Details include carrier and mail pricing, regional and international rates, and advance payment terms. A biblical verse is included in the text.
A tribute to Donald Folger, longtime Middletown furniture store manager, recalling his life and community impact. The unfinished advertisement reflected his devotion to Middletown and his calm, sincere manner that inspired civic efforts and warm friendships. His passing leaves a deep civic and social void in the city.
Congress approved a 40 year first general pay revision raising base and allowances for officers, including a major general with 27 years service to 1118.33 monthly from 895.33, a 25 percent rise, while a private first class with three years gains 9 percent to 102.90. The plan widens the officer enlisted gap, justified as rewarding career professionals and improving defense leadership.
The United States provided 5.17 billion dollars in foreign aid in the year ending June 30 with a large share to former enemies, bringing four postwar outlays to 13.96 billion. Credits add 10.08 billion, totaling over 23 billion in grants and credits. Germany leads beneficiaries. defense radar nets and eight sectors are described though blanket coverage is not confirmed.
Dr. George W. Crane recalls a case where a neighbor’s lumber was stolen for a self build. A thief loaded lumber into a truck after being caught by the owner who emphasized paying for materials. The tale ties property rights to broader moral education and trust.
The writer argues modern society lacks moral training for children and questions whether the public respects poverty rights without Sunday school or home ethics. He identifies himself as a psychologist and physician, stating the motive is not preaching but analysis.
The letter argues society must instill ethical values in children through daily training from infancy. It asserts newborns are selfish like animals and only proper moral habits learned over years can curb criminal behavior. It warns inheritance of virtue by biology is impossible and parental guidance after birth is essential.
A Washington column argues that strikes harm public welfare and urges renewed fact finding and public discussion. It credits President Truman for appointing a fact finding board but notes its limits and calls for reconvening the board to reexamine pensions and social security sections.
Hal Boyle reflects on phobias and fear, citing Dr. William Terhune and Franklin Roosevelt. He argues fear is natural, not shameful, and courage grows from facing what frightens us. He uses personal trials like swimming and literary lines to urge self confidence and will power.
Broadway icon Al Jolson, cash strapped by taxes yet busy with The Jolson Story and Jolson Again, accepts $4 admission energy while recounting a chaotic wait for new harvests and a costly robe, as his wife hammers him for receipts and a California phone call reveals more expenses.
The document discusses a pension and social insurance dispute between union and management. It calls for continued discussion and a fresh fact finding on long term economic implications, arguing for civilized negotiation, public fact disclosure, and government involvement as the social security program relates to the issue.
The text argues that honest people are educated through diligent study under proper guidance, while criminals are shaped by errors of omission and commission. It suggests that even well intentioned figures, like a mother, can teach a child to steal or kill.
A reflective aphorism contrasts courage and fear stating that fleeing from fear equates to cowardice. The line emphasizes moral distinction between daring and fleeing when confronted with danger.
A speaker distinguishes fear from caution and argues against overbold action. The message riffs on Shakespeare and dismisses a famed line as folly while urging prudent, deliberate courage.
A reflective piece on National Newspaper Week celebrates press freedom and the role of newspapers in informing the public. It argues that a free press allows criticism, fosters accountability, and motivates better performance across all fields, despite imperfect reporting.
The writer argues there is no universal perfect newspaper method and editors face inevitable criticism. Newspaper Week invites rebuttal and discussion of aims, with the expectation that readers will agree or disagree based on their many experiences.
Officers for Middletown High School 1929 30 include Charlies Kiester president Glenn Goodman vice president Wadena Miller secretary Don Shoemaker assistant secretary Ruth Price treasurer Charles Rybolt sergeant at arms James Thaw and Agnes Maw assistant sergeant at arms.
Al Jolson recalls trying a simple San Fernando Valley life with wife and staff but notes fame invites attention. He says he wants to quit touring, play with his kids, and keep singing, even in his bathroom, while joking about aging and readers he enjoys. He also quips about reading and a tongue in cheek line about animals taking over.
The radio and electric show opened at C. E. McCune Sales room with WLW radio stars in Ison, old time fiddlers, and exhibits on radio and electrical devices.
A new method termed television Carrier synchronization minimizes interference between transmitting stations of the same network on Channel 1 by eliminating frequency differences.
A group of Middleton residents leaving a Mercy Hospital polio meeting found the automatic elevator stuck with 13 passengers. After jiggling and a staff intervention followed by an intern's reckless act, the car sank below floors, then returned to the first floor where 15 people exited.
George E. Sokolsky cites a House Committee on Un-American Activities report portraying Paul Robeson as anti fascist and loyal to Soviet Russia. He characterizes Robeson as consistent, unchanging in his support for the Communist Party and Soviet cause for nearly two decades.
The text cites Paul Robeson arguing there are only fascists and anti fascists, saying the Communist Party is a legal party and he could join it like any other. It notes his alignment with front movements often deemed subversive by U.S. agencies.
Genevieve Kemble predicts mixed romantic and business highs and lows for Wednesday. Expect obstacles and crises fought with ingenuity leading to bright twists, possible separations or estrangements, and sudden emotional shifts around evolving agreements and changes.
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