The Way To Lick It Car Vehicle Population Boom Ahead
The piece notes the rise of motor vehicles per capita in the United States from one vehicle per three people to one per two as population grows from 151 million to over 200 million. It warns of future traffic strain but advocates coordinated transportation planning to move people efficiently and comfortably.
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United States
John A. Volpe
Census Bureau
Einstein
Hoff
Vermont
Fat Trimmer A Skinny Pain
A humorous look at the boastful behaviors of dieting types. The piece mocks the prideful waist puffers, the discreet diners at meals, and the paradox of encouraging others while denying oneself indulgence. It closes with a wink at shared, stubborn reluctance.
From a child thou hast known the holy scriptures
A scripture verse from II Timothy 3 15 emphasizes that from childhood one can learn the holy scriptures which lead to wisdom for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.
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Christ Jesus
Halloween in Middletown Brims With Pranks and Parties
George Crout reports Halloween 1913 in Middletown with elves and goblins in store windows and many homes. Police Chief Andrew Mehl warns against property damage. Neighborhoods host Halloween halls with pumpkins, corn, and staged games. Parties include ducking for apples and ring or coin cake bets. Some plan church and fraternal events with masks and devotions.
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Andrew Mehl
Middletown
Seeds of Instruction Compare to Earthly Growth
The text likens medical instruction to soil seed and cultivation. It argues youth education acts as planting, teaching as seed, learning environment as nourishment, and diligent study as cultivation, with time granting strength and maturity.
Middletown News Journal Subscription Rates
The Middletown News Journal lists subscription prices including 10c per copy, 5c for Sunday, 30 per year by mail in trading area, 30.00 per year outside trading area, and 98.10 per year outside the USA, all payable in advance. Subscriptions available by newspaperboy, motor route, or mail.
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Y Mail
USA
Buckley Campaign Critique of Goodell and Agnew
In a critical column Buckley argues New York editors overreact to Senator Goodell and Vice President Agnew. He contends Goodell unjustly challenges Buckley while Agnew’s non interference is misread as undermining democracy. The piece cites polls and primary endorsements as support.
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Charles Goodell
New York
Devil's Island
Goodell
the Times
Richard Nixon
Spiro Agnew
James Buckley
The
Times
New York State
Richard Ottinger
Agnew
Sen. Goodell
United States
Mr. Goodell
Mr. Agnew
Rockefeller
Buckley
Cumbent
New York Times
Euclid
New York City
Mario Procaciano
John Marchi
Vermont Campaigns Run Deep in St Johnsbury and Newport
In St Johnsbury and Newport Vermont, Winston Prouty campaigns with a quiet assurance while former Gov Phil Hoff runs as a reform candidate backed by outside support. Vermont tradition and change mix as audiences hear speeches blending economics and progress with long standing political norms.
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ST. Johnsbury
United States
Atheneum
Vermont
Winston Prouty
Connecticut
Phil Hoff
Newport
Prouty Mills
Mike Gravell
Alaska
Illusion of Nixon visit to Dundalk racks hard hats
Baltimore analysis argues Nixon’s Dundalk rally was staged for television and public image rather than genuine working-class support. It notes a mixed crowd, mostly union regulars and GOP lookers, with few spontaneous demonstrators and a small turnout overall.
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Nixon
Dundalk
Steelworkers Union 2610
Steel-Workers
GOP
Richard Scammon
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