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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1962
Page
4
The Middletown Journal lists subscription prices from 6 cents per weekday and 15 cents for Sundays to 50 cents weekly for city and suburban carriers, 10 dollars yearly in the six day area, 20 dollars outside that area, 35 dollars outside the U S A, all payable in advance. Published daily by News Journal Inc. Founded 1857. Scriptural verse quoted.
The article discusses Dr Robert Soblen a convicted Soviet spy who dodged life imprisonment by a personal safety death plan including a knife and barbiturates. It suggests possible Russian involvement in smuggling drugs and criticizes the handling of the case while noting his bail jumping flight and flight from Israel. It ends with an irrelevant aside about peanuts.
The Powell episode renews demand for detailed accounting of congress members travel at public expense. Critics argue trips seen as no longer strictly legislative resemble pleasure junkets. Supporters urge balanced rules while acknowledging rights and wrongs of conduct.
Dr Frederick J Stare asserts no physician has shown harm from proper pesticide use Yet the phrase proper use is problematic since pesticides are not always used correctly The argument questions the extent of pesticide safety concerns despite some evidence to the contrary
In an interview with Generalissimo Francisco Franco at the Palacio de Ayete in San Sebastian, Jim Bishop relays a tale of wage evasion, moral humor, and a higher society’s hypocrisy. The piece contrasts Spain’s stalled economy with a vivid anecdote about a Madrid office where a scrubwoman’s wage triggers a chain of sublets and inflated rents. Franco laughs, then shares a parable of a private apartment scam seen through state eyes.
Massachusetts delegation sat out a Democratic luncheon as Teddy Kennedy faced Eddie McCormack for the U S Senate bid. Only Uncle John W McCormack and a Kennedy aide attended, while the rest lingered away, prompting sharp comments on loyalty and political optics within Washington.
Washington reports that liberal Democrats in Congress threaten government control of steel and other basic metals through cost data demands and possible public utility regulation. Senators Kefauver push an inquiry as steel profits fall and unemployment rises, with Patton of Republic Steel warning of harm from data disclosure to foreign competitors. Kennedy's stance unclear as postwar worries mount.
The Journal notes the death of D W Jacot, a longtime, friendly figure in Middletown’s recreation and education circles. He was known for his breezy, helpful presence in the newsroom and his dedication to community activities, with colleagues recalling his cheerful influence and steady support. The column also discusses a U S Public Health Service polio immunization report and urges clear public understanding of vaccine types for mass immunization plans in Butler County.
Dorothy Kilgallen and Rita Hayworth clash over theater vibes while Sybil Burton schemes to keep Richard Burton in New York for a Rodgers and Lerner musical. George Freedly notes galas at Lincoln Center and Diane Varsi hints at a camera comeback as Florida fights a swamp fever scare threatening racing season revenue.
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