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Newspaper

Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1949

Page

3

Night in a Detroit lounge sparks a tense midnight encounter

In a Washington Boulevard cocktail lounge Gaynel, a stylish Detroit socialite, waits for a man whose brusque challenge and curdled pursuit collide with her poised reserve. Armand the waiter and a stern headwaiter enforce etiquette as a potential clash brews.

Washington Boulevard Grosse Point Detroit Fifth Park Avenues Gaynel

Gaynel challenges time as she snootily declares waste

The line shows Gaynel adopting a haughty, sharp tone and interrupting to claim others waste their time while asserting control over the moment.

Rex Hunters Dog Powders Promises Quick Itch Relief

A reader-driven advertisement touts Rex Hunters Powders as a weekly cure for dogs that scratch dig rub and bite until skin is raw. It claims rapid improvement and includes a customer testimonial about a once-sore dog now full of pep. Available at drug stores and pet shops for 30 cents or 1.00 for economy size.

Rex Hunters Greece

Papal Banner and Puzzle Clues Across Horizontal and Vertical

A mixed word puzzle listing numerous clues across horizontal and vertical lines including references to a papal banner, chemical symbols, rivers, and common words. The grid hints at a thematic interlacing of constellations of letters and cross clues with spiritual and scientific terms.

Blythe Williams Legion plans weekly session at 836 Eighth Ave

Monday 8 p.m. Blythe Williams Post American Legion gathers at 836 Eighth Ave. Tuesday events include North Middletown Fire Association meeting at 7 p.m. and a Cancer Clinic at Middle town Hospital. Also MT Sportsmen's Club monthly meeting at 8 p.m. at the clubhouse.

Blythe- Williams Post of American Legion Eighth Ave Middletown Hospital The Middletown Sportsmen's Club

Man Intervenes as Crowd Reacts to Flurry

In a tense moment a young man advances toward the crowd while onlookers stare. Gaynel urges assistance and gives a push to avert worsening disturbance.

Pay-off Push Pushes Young man To Act

In a tense exchange Gaynel coerces Armand with a dirty dollar and a veiled threat. The young man reluctantly agrees to a meeting in front of the elevators, signaling trouble and the lure of money.

Gaynel Armand Barry Fritz

FASTEETH Promises Comfort for Dentures in Ad Copy

In a vintage magazine style, the ad touts FASTEETH alkaline denture powder to hold teeth firmer and mask denture odor. It claims no gummy taste and invites readers to buy at drug stores while a dramatic restaurant scene unfolds around a delayed date.

Invitation for Friends and Customers to Visit

A friendly note invites his friends and customers to visit him at the location, welcoming them to drop by and enjoy a cordial visit.

Wishing Well .4 Ere Puzzle Board Description

A small game explains a daily fortune message by counting letters in a user’s first name. If the name has six or more letters subtract four, otherwise add three to get a key number. Start top-left of a rectangle, read letters under checked figures left to right, and derive the daily message.

Fraternal Order of Eagles Meeting Announced

The Fraternal Order of Eagles will gather at 8 p m at the hall for a scheduled meeting.

Order of Eagles

Middletown Co operative Club Set Meeting At 6 30 Pm

Middletown Co operative Club will convene a regular meeting at 6 30 p m at the Manchester Hotel. Local members are reminded to attend and discuss club affairs.

Middletown Co - Operative Club Manchester Hotel

Evening meetings at Union Hall and VFW

UPA CIO will hold a meeting at Union Hall at 8 p.m. and the Veterans of Foreign Wars assemble at 7:30 p.m. at Miami Valley Post. A thunderstorm's crash and boom frighten onlookers as lightning flashes and the night fills with awe.

UPA Cio Union Hall Veterans of Foreign Wars Miami Valley Post

Lightning and Thunder Promise Safe Moments at Home

The tale recalls Daddy Ringtail reassuring Mug wump that lightning and thunder cannot hurt you once heard. A cheerful message invites kids to enjoy rainy days indoors and watch the storm from windows. Tomorrow promises Daddy Ringtail and the Water Hose for more fun.

Daddy Ringtail Mugwump

Daddy Ringtail and the Lightning Rod

Daddy Ringtail and Mugwump hammer a lightning rod atop a tall tree house roof and recite Rainmaker words. A dark Isperia River cloud looms as lightning strikes the rod with blue white light.

Daddy Ringtail Mugwump Monkey Mugwump Isperia Great Forest

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