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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1950
Page
4
David Lawrence notes President Truman spoke to the United Nations on its fifth anniversary, praising its aims and the need for collective strength and negotiated peace. The address emphasizes only using force when necessary and stresses patience, conciliation, and organizational reform to keep the peace.
Erich Brandeis quotes President Truman urging free nations to build strength for peace and negotiate a foolproof, universal disarmament treaty with open information sharing. He warns the Soviet side may read the words and stresses transparent, peaceful settlements under UN charter while reviving Woodrow Wilson’s vision of an international conscience for lasting peace.
A short moral tale recounts two cooks disputing who is better, then fighting in an alley where one is injured and the other arrested for speeding. The piece argues that arguments rarely win and often damage relationships, business, and national peace, ending with a car ad line about not caring who passes.
Middletown's Red Cross urges residents to provide 600 gifts by November 11 for the World War II era program "Christmas on the High Seas." Donations can be dropped at police, fire, Legion, Dixie News, or drugstores, with cash sent to Mrs. Gibbs. Items include writing supplies, candy, grooming tools, photos, games, and pocket items.
Henry L. Stimson, aged 83, dies at his Long Island home, remembered as a paragon of integrity who served as Taft's War Secretary, Hoover's Secretary of State, and Roosevelt's War Secretary. Historians credit his stance against Japan in 1931 and his wartime leadership for shaping U.S. policy, with praise for his devotion to democratic ideals across party lines. The piece also notes the annual woolly bear winter forecast near Bear Mountain, New York, predicting a mild 1950-51 season based on bands on the caterpillars.
Ina T seeks guidance on marrying a shy 43-year-old bachelor who fears revealing plans to his mother while another widow attracts her. Dr. Crane warns that men past 30 who delay marriage risk selfish, secretive behavior and social unfitness, urging women to prefer partners with healthy family backgrounds and to marry before 30 if possible.
A jittery editorial voice complains about mosquitoes spoiling nights and jokes about lax judges enabling crime. It notes bandits holding up street cars in a Michigan town and mocks income tax figures as if they never mattered.
A horoscope style forecast notes a day of thrilling surprise and high adventure based on sidereal operations. It links personal joy with advancement and recognition from influential individuals and foresees festive, constructive growth for those celebrating birthdays.
George Dixon critiques a display at the State Department that placed the U S flag 57th among 56 other nations flags. He argues Congress bans higher flags but the rule carries no penalty and urges voters to support leaders who defend the flag and national identity. Dixon singles out Taft Nixon and Helen Gahagan Douglas, urging flag waving and a stronger patriotic stance.
Cpl. Arlton B. Craig of Bedford Virginia escaped a Korean War prison train after leaping pre dawn with four companions near Sundhon. He was captured during the Taejon battle, endured a brutal march and a mass shooting. Rescued by First Cavalry troops he recuperates in a Fukuoka hospital and plans evacuation home.
A Q and A feature covers Californium as the 98th element created by atomic bombardment at University of California, tracing its isotope 242 from curium. It lists four tailless ape species gorilla chimpanzee orangutang and gibbon and recalls Abigail and Rebecca Bates as the lighthouse keeper’s daughters who aided in War of 1812 alarm known as the Army of Two. It notes Longfellow’s Tales of a Wayside Inn mentions The Red Horse Inn Sudbury Massachusetts as his chosen retreat.
Dorothy Kilgallen profiles Gloria Swanson on her voyage to London for the Command Performance. Swanson, exhausted yet vibrant, discusses future roles, possible Road pictures with Bob Hope and Bing Crosby, and her fearless, witty persona. She remains eager for rest and a new comedic project after Sunset Boulevard.
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