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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1952
Page
4
A humorous survey of historical quotes about labor and idleness, collected by Hal Boyle, juxtaposing famous thinkers with modern work life. The compilation highlights contrasts between toil and leisure from Hawthorne to Whitman and Jerome K. Jerome.
The column honors labor and progress on Labor Day 1952, praising the union of mind and brawn in building a modern world. It recalls Paul Francis of West Elkton, who carved initials on a Yellowstone bridge in 1939 while in the CCC, and notes his 1943 death in service. His mother located the bridge this June, validating his directions.
The piece argues industrialization has eroded worker pride and product quality. It urges recognition and self expression through hobby shops, profit sharing, and personal crafts. It warns that without motivation and better employer support, mass production will dull workmanship and harm national vitality.
Arthur J., 41, a frugal husband, keeps the family in debt. Dr Crane argues the wife should manage family finances, as women haggle and spot bargains, travel among shops, and read ads. A husband who controls the purse may fear domination, a trait he links to European dictatorships.
Community residents scrutinize horses and riders following a sensational English report claiming about 50,000 horses were killed for meat last year. Owners measure waists and inquire about riders plans, reflecting heightened concern.
Peter Edson reports the July 1952 consumer prices index could show the steepest monthly gain since early in the Korean War, with June’s index at a record 189.6 and possible further inflationary pressure if a jump resumes from June to August. The piece notes drought driven price hikes in eggs and dairy, decontrol effects on fruits and vegetables, and political resistance to extended controls.
The columnist asks what inspiration is and whether it only belongs to artists. He argues inspiration arrives from drive, deadlines, or curiosity, and can appear in everyday moments. He recounts Edward MacDowell’s widow describing how New England scenery shaped his American-inspired music. Everyone can find their own spark in life.
Twenty years ago a major rural fire swept Frank Marie farm four miles south of West Middletown, engulfing a barn corn crib grain storage house and straw stack. The glow was visible across Middletown Germantown Franklin and Hamilton as residents watched the blaze.
Washington seeps with a titillating rumor as a crowd-pleasing parade moment reveals the woman nicknamed Mike sister to Mamie Eisenhower. Frances Moore of Washington, wife of Col. George Moore, startled reporters at 59th Street when she yelled Hi Ike. Nixon recalls meeting Ike at Pershing funeral in 1948 amid rain and crowds, a tale the writer calls a neat personal side note.
A collage of celebrity moves and rumors. Frank Costello shifted to Lewisburg Penitentiary while Bea Becket tides her wedding plans. Marilyn Monroe romance chatter and Philnish star tempers dominate. Truman offered TV show money as Faye Emerson eyed NBC return. Universal tapes Miss Universe candidate amid temper. Danny Kaye may headline the Palace in October. Peggy Fears crutches after mole operation. Christine Norden heads to New York stage. Irene Manning on Mr Broadway. Louis Armstrong jazz at Paramount. Benny Pollack sues over melody. Shamrock exec Jack Ferrell’s divorce paves a glamorous wedding, and many other hints of Hollywood life drift through this gossip page.
A writer returns to Washington from a vacation noting that other places feel too sane and that the capital has worn on them with too much sanity after extended exposure to the city.
The heavens warn of heightened energies and ambitions may tempt risky projects and inflated schemes. Social and romantic influence appears, urging restraint in feelings, actions, and expenditures. Those with birthdays are advised to curb overexpansion and indulgence amid possible distraction.
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