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Newspaper

Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1949

Page

5

Ohio Convention of University Women in Columbus

The 25th anniversary Ohio Division convention of the American Association of University Women is today and tomorrow at the Deshler-Wallick Hotel in Columbus. Delegates from the local branch include Mrs Donald Osborne and others. highlights include national program policy results and bylaws revisions. Dr Althea Kratz Hottel, national president, will speak on University Women in a Free Society. other speakers include Mrs R W Holmstedt and Dr Lavina Warner. Labrador is expected to produce over 10,000,000 tons of iron ore annually in the near future.

Ohio American Association of University Women Deshler - Wallick Columbus Donald Osborne Robert Baker Janice Shultz Ross A. Hill Althea Kratz Hottel Hottel University of Pennsylvania Association Federation of University Women England France Belgium Holland Italy Gimbel Philadelphia R. W. Holmstedt Northeast Central Region Lavina Warner Blossom Hill School Cleveland

Pretty Linen Shower Honors Amy Compton Bride Elect

Miss Amy Compton, bride elect of Donald Skinner, was honored at a linen shower hosted by Miss Doris Watson and Mrs. Lester Askins at 3109 Grand Ave. The event featured pastel decorations, a suspended silver wedding bell, and games revealing the June 18 wedding date. Prize winners and a buffet lunch followed the activities.

Doris Watson Lester Askins Amy Compton Donald Skinner Grand Ave Amy Don Miss Compton W. E. Compton Shafer St Middletown High School Skinner Carrie Skinner Chautauqua Armco Steel Corporation Mabel Eldridge Donald Young Elmer Compton Clarence Askins Charles Palmer George Palmer John Rowe Bruce Ralston McClure Ralston Harry Compton Alfred Huffman John Watson Perry Watson Clifford Beedle Alice Guston Jean Galeese Janice Schultz Veda McCray

Cabin looter strikes again stealing kitchen sink

In Tacoma Washington AP reports that Fd Mather of Puyallup told the Pierce County sheriff’s office his cabin was looted last fall and has been entered again. This time the kitchen sink was stolen.

Tacoma Wash Fd Mather Puyallup Pierce County Sheriff's Office

Buffet Supper Precedes Rehearsal for Miss Lois Irons

Mr and Mrs Ralph Irons hosted a bridal pre rehearsal buffet at their North Sutphin Street home for Miss Lois Irons bride elect and James Shackleford. Attendees included maid of honor Miss Bette Gallagher bridesmaids Miss Donna Carey Miss Barbara Bergen Miss Margaret Alice Hinds and Mrs Richard Pippert best man Vernon Shackleford ushers many guests and the couple's families.

Ralph Irons Lois Trons James Shackleford United Brethren Church North Sutphin St Bette Gallagher Donna Carey Barbara Bergen Margaret Alice Hinds Richard Pippert Hamilton, O Vernon Shackleford Jon Wilch Bud Lawson William Roche Margie Combs B. B. Shackleford E. R. Turner Wilbur Franke Frank Govin David Slough James Brate Little Flower Girls Peggy Ann Brate Joyce Slough John Irons Lois Irons

Ladies of Grand Army honor Vicksburg circle gathering

In The Ladies Members of Vicksburg Circle Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic were entertained last evening at the home of Mrs. John N. Smith Sr. on Columbia Ave. Bouquets and a spring centerpiece decor adorned the table as contests awarded prizes to Mrs. Anna Brothers Mrs. A E Duvall and Miss Zelma Kah. Mrs. Allen Gravenstein organized the event with hosts serving refreshments to a list of attendees including Mrs. Ida Morningstar Mrs. Cora Smith Mrs. Marie Gates Mrs. Lawrence Dugan and others.

Vicksburg Circle Grand Army of the Republic John N. Smith Columbia Ave Anna Brothers A. E. Duvall Zelma Kah Allen Gravenstein E. G. Schneider Frank Troutvine Gravenstein Smith Ida Morningstar Cora Smith Marie Gates Lawrence Dugan Troutvine Schneider Brothers Kah Duvall

Monroe Methodist Church News and Anniversary Plans

Monroe Methodist Church opens Sunday school at 9 30 with Achie L Owen as superintendent. At 10 30 members unite with Monroe United Presbyterian to celebrate the 62nd anniversary of Dr S A Livington's ministry. Official board meets Thursday at 8 p m.

Achie L. Owen Monroe

Amanda Methodist Church Services Schedule

At 9 15 a m the worship service will discuss The Five Foolish Virgins The 10 15 a m Sunday school will convene with Mrs Harry Osborne as superintendent The official board meets Monday at 7 30 p m

Harry Osborne

Church of the Brethren Sunday Services and Youth Meeting

The Church of the Brethren holds Sunday school at 10 a m for all ages and morning worship at 11 a m with Rev C W Warstler speaking on One God For all Mankind. Evening services are recalled due to the C B Y F meeting at Eversole Church of the Brethren, New Lebanon.

C. W. Warstler Eversole Church of the Brethren New Lebanon

Mt Zion Baptist Church Service Schedule

Mt Zion Baptist announces morning worship at 11 a m with Monroe Smith as superintendent. Deacons lead devotional, sermon by F H Hampton titled Faith Produces Certainty. BYPU meets 6 30 p m with Willie Bankston as president, evening service 8 p m, prayer meeting Wednesday 7 30 p m and business meeting Friday 8 p m.

Monroe Smith F. H. Hampton BYPU Willie Bankston

Philadelphia Mint Produces 14.5 Million Coins in 1932

The Philadelphia mint produced 14,500,000 coins in 1932 highlighting a substantial minting output during that year.

Philadelphia Mint

Mother, Blind Child Found Dead In Cellar

In Queens, New York, 36 year old Mrs. Alice McGeough and her blind son Allen, aged three, were found dead in a gas filled cellar. A note to her oldest child Jackie, 16, left instructions to care for siblings and a dollar to help them. A second note referenced leaving their blind son Duke. The husband John was at work during the tragedy.

New York Alice McGeough Allen Queens Jackie Duke

Rain and Cooler Forecast Hit Middletown Headlines

Rain and cooler weather are predicted as temperatures fluctuate in Middletown. Highs reached 5 briefly at 5:30 PM, with a morning low of 42. By 7:30 AM Saturday the reading fell to 57 and rose to 60 by 10 AM. Rain in southern Ohio was expected to spread tonight, with cooler conditions Sunday.

Middletown Mercury Ohio

Reorganized Church Service Schedule Noted

The Reorganized Church Latter Day Saints church school meets at 9 30 a m under director Russell Rockwell. The sacrament of the Lord s Supper is at 10 45 a m with pastor J G Halb in charge. Evening service at 730 p m includes a sermon The Creation by Elder P W Barer.

Russell Rockwell J. G. Halb P. W. Barer

Blue Ball Presbyterian Church Service Schedule

Blue Ball Presbyterian Church announces Sunday school at 10 a m under Co G Boruker. Morning Worship starts at 11 a m with the sermon on Christian Attitude. Mr and Mrs Mark Hinkle lead the West minister Fellowship at 7 p m.

Co. G. Boruker Mark Hinkle Westminister Fellowship

New Hope Baptist Sunday Services and Classes Schedule

New Hope Sunday school begins at 9 30 a m with Mrs Bertha Webb in charge 10 45 a m sermon by Dr S C Richards LUBF Club meets at Mrs Rachel Campbell 817 Seventeenth Ave Monday Bible Class 8 p m Friday with Dr Richards as instructor B T U at 6 p m followed by 7 30 p m evening service

Bertha Webb S. C. Richards L. U.B.F Rachel Campbell Seventeeth Ave Dr. Richards B.T.U

Henry Wallace says Labor Is Being Sold Out in Cold War

Chicago rally claims Truman Administration seeks control of labor under the North Atlantic Pact and an arms economy. Wallace, 1948 Progressive Party nominee, denounces Taft Hartley repeal as tied to the pact and accuses officials of compromising and interfering with labor rights and free speech for employers.

Chicago Henry A. Wallace Wallace Chicago Coliseum Progressive Party Truman

Commissioners Award Butler Road Contract

Hamilton Butler County Commissioners awarded the summer highway seal coating contract for about 60 miles. Walter L. Follmer won half the work at 37,609.46 dollars, with L. P. Cavett Co. bidding 37,753.34. Remaining 40 miles had three bids. Graeco Roadway Construction Co. submitted two bids, triggering a legality review.

Hamilton Butler County Walter L. Follmer L. P. Cavett Co Lockland Graeco Roadway Construction Co Gordon Augspurger Jack Busch Graeco Jesse Pochard

Woman Serves Two Years in McAlester Penitentiary by Request

Dorothy Beasley an Oklahoma City woman with a record of over 50 arrests was sentenced to two years for stealing an electric iron and a clock, but the judge suspended the sentence after Beasley asked to serve the time. She said she preferred to get it over with. The action was taken by District Judge Floyd.

Lawton Okla Oklahoma McAlester Dorothy Beasley Floyd Oklahoma City

Woman Indicted In Slaying Case

Riverside California AP reports 53 year old Agnes Garnier indicted for the murder of her employer John FE Owen. Owen 68, president of the National Apartment House Owners Association, was fatally shot at his Riverside ranch home on April 22. Garnier, once his confidential secretary, was not subpoenaed by the county grand jury. Six witnesses testified including sheriff’s investigators and Owen’s ranch staff. Garnier sobbed in court as her son Franklyn Stephens of Lincoln Nebraska sought to comfort her.

Riverside Cal Agnes Garnier John FE. Owen Irene Rich Garnier Riverside County Grand Jury Sherff Owen National Apartment House Owners Association

Infant Strangles Alliance in Freeburg Backyard

AP reports 15 month old William Donald Moore of Freeburg died when his neck became entangled in a backyard rope. In Butler County Ohio legal notices announce divorce petitions in several cases. Margaret Joy is named with unknown residence as respondent in Ray Joy Jr case No 63561 with May 24 deadline for answer. Spurgeon Wells petition No 63642 seeks divorce and maiden name restoration, with final hearing set June 18. Notices list clerk Joseph T. Kiep and attorney Casper & Casper with publication dates April 9 to June 4.

Alliance Willian Donald Moore Freeburg Margaret Joy Ray Joy, Jr Common Pleas Court Butler County Ohio Joseph T. Kiep Merle Eberling Casper & Casper Spurgeon Wells Lucille Wells Casper and Casper

Radio Programs Open All Day Wednesday at 1718 Tytun Ave

Radio listing for Wednesday features Opera and Christian Science Supper Serenade. Programs include News with Johnny Thompson, Relaxing Time, Take A Chorus, Famous Jury Trials, and spots for Little Herman, Pat Novak, Earl Godwin, Terry Stevens, Rex Maupin.

Tytun Ave Johnny Thompson Little Herman Pat Novak Earl Godwin Terry Stevens Rex “Maupin A Just Music

Radio Program Listings Read Like Vintage Variety Hour

A compact scan shows Saturday radio segments including WKRC 550 and WPJE 910K stations. Programs include sports highlights, comic weekly features, Miss Parade, Bandstand, and audience request shows with hosts Spike Jones Vaughn Monroe and Robert Siegrist.

Bond Drive Opening Delayed by Protest in Missouri

Washington AP reports the national savings bond drive kickoff ceremonies in Independence and Kansas City were moved back one day after a protest by the Ministerial Alliance of Independence. Ministers cited high school baccalaureate services as the conflict. NBC, ABC and Mutual agreed to adjust broadcasting schedules.

Washington Truman Independence Kansas City NBC ABC Mutual

Treasury outlines CBS plan for radio bond drive dates

The Treasury Department announced a change in scheduling to maximize reach. The bond drive runs May 16 to June 30 with a national goal of 1.04 billion dollars and about 3 million volunteer workers expected to participate.

CBS Treasury Department Nemonds

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