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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1968
Page
4
Abandoned vehicles clog city streets as officials report rising numbers. New York City may collect 30 000 cars this year, up from 26 000 last year, with many communities facing similar issues. Courts lack easy ownership trails and penalties, while auto production climbs to nine million annually.
A late October snapshot shows extreme temps across the United States with 97 in Tucson and nearly 100 in Burbank contrasted by 54 in Wichita 45 in Milwaukee and 33 in Fairbanks Alaska. The piece notes the nation’s vast geographic diversity and daily climate differences.
In Ocean Hill Brownsville the fight over local control erupts as a teacher encourages a disruptive class discussion about Afro American heritage and violence. The piece condemns militant rhetoric in schools and criticizes the UFT strike and leadership. It calls for a legal code restricting teacher action and for replacing certain teachers with locally qualified staff.
A columnist argues the national election drags on with endless speeches and conventions. He proposes limiting candidates to five major speeches, delivered regionally, to reduce fatigue and confusion among voters.
Joseph Alsop notes the 1968 campaign talks on a volunteer army and anti guerrilla measures. He warns that Nixon's plan could raise black enlistment in combat units and Humphrey's stance targets militant groups, raising civil tension without clear policy detail.
The Middletown Journal lists subscription terms including per copy prices and weekly rates. It details city and suburban motor route costs, seven day mail rates for trading areas and outside, and international pricing, with advance payment required.
The author reflects on liberal leaders and their support for Kennedy Humphrey Stevenson and Kefauver. He notes how Kennedy was viewed as a better liberal than Stevenson, and Humphrey as a stronger liberal than McCarthy or Eugene McCarthy. He recalls ADA endorsements and Eleanor Roosevelt’s stance, concluding that liberal admiration shifted with time and winners.
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