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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1948
Page
4
Subscription prices are listed for carriers and mail in and outside the trading area. The notice includes a biblical verse from Jeremiah 45:5.
An Iowa State College economist argues that despite cheaper corn a high parity support keeps pork and beef prices up. Farmers prefer government loans for corn, not turning it into meat, prompting calls for a January Congress review of parity schedules to allow corn to become pork or beef.
The piece urges strong naval power as a deterrent while praising Navy Day on Theodore Roosevelt’s anniversary. It warns against vandalism during Halloween, urging parents to teach respect for private and public property and to avoid harmful mischief while preserving safe, fun celebration.
Dr. George W. Crane reflects on the psychology of star salesmen and the often harsh reality of selling as a profession. He notes that 25 percent of salespeople drive most sales, praises sales pioneers, and credits advertising and salesmanship with advancing industry and national morale across wars and everyday life.
A National Labor Relations Board examiner clarifies mass picketing as a factual issue. In Chicago, eight foot sidewalk obstruction at a plant entrance showed how such action can violate workers ingress. The ruling upholds the right to work and limits coercion by unions and employers, signaling stricter discipline for mass picketing.
Sunday horoscope advises quiet sabbath pursuits and postponing serious matters due to a clouded judgment and erratic emotions. Birthdays should avoid risk, plan simple activities, and seek relaxation to prevent deceitful missteps and potential trouble.
A reader derides anonymous critics and discusses morality will power and personal responsibility. The letter challenges reliance on religion to excuse actions and argues individuals must own choices and conscience, citing freedom and duty.
The piece catalogs nine inning putouts and assists by figures like Hickman Isbell Nap Lajoie Parrott and Old Dan Richardson across 1892 1897 and 1902, noting records for single games and the all time marks led by Bennett in 1884 with nineteen put outs at short and Ben Tenney Tenney plus others referenced in a nostalgic, humorous tone.
James Marlow reflects on a friend drawn to Communist ideals for quick solutions who rejects Russian genetics theory as unscientific. The piece argues true Communists accept end justify means, while Western democracy guarantees individual freedom and political independence.
A reader asks how to reuse tin cans beyond giving them to the rubbish collector. The note shares cans painted as pet bowls and decor and asks for readers ideas. Also, Mrs. Barrett now runs the Community Store near Lincoln School and recalls two Navy-bound boys who donated their nickel haul to brighten other children.
George E. Sokolsky argues Americans must understand Communism and its methods. He cites the 1917 Bolshevik rise, state controls in Russia, and a 1950s debate over loyalty laws and free speech. The piece stresses widespread Soviet influence, periphery hope, and the need to study Communist aims.
The late R. W. Solomon urged citizens to support a $900,000 bond for constructing new school buildings. Special federal agents investigated an attempted robbery at Middletown Post Office. Reports mention plant aphid species called ant cows and their protective secretions.
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