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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1952
Page
4
Advertising style subscription notice from The Middletown Journal outlines per copy and carrier rates, city and mail options, and pricing for trading area and outside areas. It notes payments in advance and closes with a biblical quotation.
General James A. Van Fleet says Asiatic armies now employ modern methods, using superior firepower and cunning. South Korean forces are now first-rate, with Chinese and North Korean troops closely matching. The enemy enhances massed firepower and mobilizes labor battalions, while urban and rural supply networks survive air strikes.
Jose Antonio Remon, former national police chief, takes the oath as Panama's president after winning a large majority in national elections. He campaigned on goodwill toward Americans and was endorsed by Panama’s five major parties. A Ft. Riley alumni, he aims to boost U. S. Panama trade and improve ties.
Western Europe seeks to sustain defense buildup while inflation and unemployment loom. European nations report gradual price control and wage alignment, yet France and Britain warn of financial strains. Trade falters overseas, reforms are needed to stabilize currencies and improve exports.
Wilbur Peeble wins two World Series tickets but Trellis Mae treats the day as a shopping trip. He endures her questions while a Dodgers fan nearby reluctantly guides her. Johnny Mize signs a bat for Wilbur as Trellis Mae bribes with a souvenir and a humorous misread of the game.
The piece critiques President Truman and Governor Stevenson during the 1952 campaign. It argues Truman uses personal digs against Eisenhower, while Stevenson shifts toward a left-leaning stance, both failing to defend policy and instead engaging in character attacks across the nation.
A diary style essay recounts a garage repair, rain on a washed car, and a neighbor Frank the garage man. It reflects on how people blame God for misfortune yet overlook daily blessings and wonders of autumn and family joy. The author notes gratitude after guests enjoy a sunny day and questions attitudes toward providence.
A Washington column mocks a 32 page Agriculture Department booklet titled Tools For Food Preparation and Dishwashing. It argues the pamphlet tests dishpan shapes and sizes and costs taxpayers, while noting related guides like House Cleaning Management and Methods.
Genevieve Kemble notes little change in stellar configurations and urges readiness to pursue new fields of opportunity. She emphasizes cool logic and wise decisions for new deals rather than haphazard spending.
A letter to Santa from a local child prompts Donna and readers in Middletown to address a citizen need for more skywatchers. The piece notes a civil defense program measure, urging volunteers for two hour shifts daytime or nighttime, with contact names John Dobrozsi and Harold Gaw for signups.
Dorothy Kilgallen writes that press agents are human and must restrain ego while praising honesty. She notes Joan Crawford in Sudden Fear, Clark Gable rumors, and Hollywood quirks, from dating nerves to TV and airline decisions, ending with fashion and polish preferences.
William Bevis and Stanley Reed are among four Butler County students enrolled at Ohio Wesleyan University. The Middletonville group plans a fall meeting October 10 at Manchester Hotel with reports by committee chairs. Superintendent R. W. Solomon tallies 6200 public school students, up 200 from 1931. The Roosevelt Orator debuts at Roosevelt Junior High with editors and staff listed.
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