Diamond Match Co. Makes First Book Matches in 1896
The Diamond Match Company of Barberton Ohio produced the first book matches in 1896 marking a milestone in the match industry.
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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1967
Page
5
The Diamond Match Company of Barberton Ohio produced the first book matches in 1896 marking a milestone in the match industry.
The Arab refugee repatriation stalls as Israel restricts crossings at the Jordan and Allenby bridges with a looming August 31 deadline. Red Cross reports 2,231 refugees repatriated in two days, while tension rises over potential late extensions and security concerns in Jerusalem and El Arish. Oil embargo talks in Baghdad show continued split among Arab states.
Vic Wells offers simple décor tips for lively rooms. Suggests a large wall mirror opposite a window to view outdoors, bright lamp shades, a vase of yellow flowers, glass coffee table with florals, and varied lamps. Advises small picture groupings and wallpaper panels to refresh living spaces.
Cleveland AP reports Steel Magazine projects metalworking sales exceed 250 billion for 1967 barring major economy setbacks. Output rose to 1.34 million net tons, the sixth straight weekly gain, with inventories high but mills boosting August shipments due to auto orders.
A reader argues that marrying a stock is a common investing fault and Hess Oil & Chemical could profit from a merger with Amerada. The note notes strong earnings and suggests a switch, while a Q and A about a retiree’s portfolio recommends maintaining the stock slate and using a withdrawal plan for income.
A fashion item pairing a long sleeve wool fur blend slip on with a tan turtle neck and punch out detail. Includes full color options and a price of 7.99 for sizes 34 to 40. Also advertises a glen plaid bonded A line skirt with a skinny belt in sizes 5 to 15.
Ma linda B. Wendel a 19 year old bookkeeper at Fort Recovery Ohio drowned Saturday while swimming at an apartment house pool in Oxon Hill Maryland police reported.
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