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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1958
Page
14
Look Magazine selects Middletown as one of 11 All-America Cities citing cohesive ten year progress. Community pride grows from sewer projects streets parks schools youth programs and worker harmony. Middletown billed as a great place to live rear a family and win in athletics.
Nancy Swigart daughter of Mr and Mrs Roy Swigart Elwood Street married Walling E Gray son of Mr and Mrs Waldo H Gray Pershing Avenue in a 7 30 p m ceremony at First Methodist Church Dr Louis J Walter performed the double ring rites The bride wore a peau de soie and alencon lace gown with sabrina neckline and cathedral train Her bouquet featured white orchids and pink sweetheart roses A flame coral chiffon matron of honor and coral bridesmaids with matching headbands attended The groom was supported by his brother Solomon C Gray best man The couple will reside at 2303 Queen Ave Both graduates and employees of Middletown Journal.
The town acts as a single unit to aid a local family in need. Roy Eugene Nickell requires eye tumor surgery in New York and residents raise funds through house to house drives and organized gifts. Look Magazine noted the city’s generous spirit as diners at the Manchester Hotel ballroom hear celebratory sounds.
Mrs. C. J. Hughes hosted a recital of her advanced piano pupils at her Central Avenue home. The program featured solos and duets from Mozart and Chopin to Ibert and Sandoval. Performers included Kathy Gould Pamela Bayes Sharon Lee Huff Marcia Letts Betty Ann Storer Ricky Johnson Tom Pierson Anne Swisher and Libby Gould.
Cliff Lash's orchestra played for the Merry Married Mixers Doll Dance at the Manchester Hotel ballroom. Tables for the formal dinner featured floral arrangements and comic valentines. Event chairs included Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Nixon, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Taylor, and others. reservations list many couples and guests such as Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Clark and Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Johnston.
The piece advises choosing practical gifts, especially multipurpose electric cooking appliances, for frequent occasions. It highlights removable food-contact parts for easy cleaning, thorough washing of spits and pans, and swabbing the interior to remove grease, noting oven-type toasters need drawer removal for washing.
A detailed list of gatherings for Monday through Thursday includes Current Events Club at Mrs. Wilks 3100 Fleming, Woman's Century Club meetings, Priscilla Club at Mrs. Cox Peastown, and multiple Circle groups at Bethlehem Lutheran. Also noted are religious and civic group meetings at churches and community centers across Middletown.
Mrs. G. L. Resor Jr., president of the League of Women Voters for Ohio, will speak at the Middletown Girls' Club meeting Thursday at 8 p.m. She will be hosted by Mrs. William T. Maxwell. The event is open to the public.
The article advises bathing indoor plant leaves to remove dust and grime. Place wax paper or foil over the pot to protect soil, slide around the stem, and use a sponge or cotton to gently wash each leaf. Rinse and repeat for a glossy, healthy appearance.
Advises preparing bottles of formula and baby food before leaving. Recommends a portable icebox or refrigerator to keep contents fresh until needed.
Mr. and Mrs. Kirk Strodtbeck announce the engagement of their daughter Sarah Ann Strodtbeck to Norman R. Davison. Sarah Ann is a Middletown High School graduate and Miami University sophomore member of Alpha Phi. Norman Davison, a Miami University senior majoring in education, is in Tau Kappa Epsilon and Kappa Phi Kappa. A late summer wedding is planned.
Alexandra Danilova the renowned ballerina is named winner of the seventh annual Capezio Dance Award. A $1,000 cash prize is to be presented February 18 at a St. Regis Hotel luncheon attended by leaders in dance theatre and music. The award committee includes Anatole Chujoy Emily Coleman Martha Hill and Walter Terry.
Boil maple syrup until thickened in five minutes then pour over ice cream and garnish with salted almonds for a sweet crunchy finish.
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