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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1977
Page
6
The Oct 1 increase of 7.0 percent marks the largest federal pay rise since 1969, covering about 3.5 million workers and 360,000 in the Washington area, amid Carter's push to reform a bloated civil service. Critics cite red tape and rigid Civil Service rules as obstacles to efficiency and removal of incompetents.
The essay argues against approving the Panama Canal treaties now, warning that U S power withdrawal would invite Soviet gains in Panama and possible world war. It cites Wheelus in Libya and parallels to Cuba, urging immediate action to avoid a future US defeat.
An elderly speaker recalls childhood plays Cowboys and Indians near the Willamette River, mixing nostalgia with humorous self myth, references to Crazy Horse, Dull Knife, and Tonto, and reflections on imagination and American folklore across many moons.
John Roche reviews Peter Braestrup’s The Big Story, a six year study of how the American press and television covered the Tet 1968 crisis. He argues the work shows media bias, calls for inquiry, and laments limited public or institutional response to the findings.
Washington columnist Tom Braden questions the staying power of liberal ideas and leadership. He cites failed programs, fading influence, and a search for a clear liberal agenda amid rising conservatism led by Ronald Reagan.
The Journal Published daily by the News Journal, Inc. lists subscription options for Middletown Ohio. Rates cover home delivery by carrier or motor route and mail options, with daily and Sunday pricing, and annual or four week payments. The notice notes post office mailing details and inception in 1857.
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