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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1948
Page
8
Two beguiling little frocks for a merry moppet pattern 9109 with a Sundays wide yoke and a sunny day pinafore style. Includes sizes 2 4 6 8 10 and complete illustrated sew chart. Send 25 cents pattern Dept West 18th St New York NY with name address and size. Tomorrow Petticoat Dress.
The seventh annual Valentine Dance hosted by the Co-Operettes Club fills the Manchester Hotel ballroom with paperboard hearts and Valentine decor. Twenty five tables for ten feature decorations by Mrs. Thomas Brown and assistants. Proceeds support the Butler County Children's farm fund. tickets available at the door. music by Marshall Reed and his orchestra from Dayton.
Mayor Joseph Sterling named a five member citizens committee to help rehabilitate the city's crumbling financial structure. Pending the committee's recommendations, city commissioners will postpone consideration of revenue producing measures.
In The Hospital a number of patients are listed by name and address, including Frank Wilson Middletown Route 1 surgical, Judith Ann Long Excello medical, Earl Evans Monroe Street surgical, Frank B Esselman Lafferson Road surgical, Graydon Cole Woodside Avenue surgical, Henry C Eisenminger Franklin medical, Joyce Boxwell Excello area, Mrs Tracher Grimes Street Petal, Evelyn Kelly Sixth Avenue surgical, others such as Mrs John Hilton Highland, Mrs Freeman Fisher Young, Mrs George Fletcher Warren Road Shelby, Mrs Dora Morrison Centerva, and Mrs Cleveland Williams Grand Avenue.
Miss Kathryn Evans of Minneapolis is here for an indefinite visit with her sister Mrs Norman Trisler on Fourteenth Ave. Mrs Oscar Chance of 1313 Woodlawn Ave has entered Miami Valley Hospital for a major operation Saturday.
Twenty seven members from Sil ver Link Council and Miami Valley Council attended a district meeting in Dayton Tuesday night as guests of district deputy Mrs Edward Schreech field. Mrs Victor Click performed two vocal numbers with accompaniment by Miss Barbara Fagan. Mrs Glen Dowry was named chairman of a birthday party for Women of the Moose next Wednesday with a covered dish dinner and entertainment to follow.
The Friendship Club held a covered-dish luncheon at Mrs. George Chapman on Yankee Road. Members present included Mrs Roy Hartin, Mrs Robert Hart, Mrs Charles Hixson, Mrs Carl Perry, Mrs Carl Ross, Mrs John Seeger, Mrs Joseph Atkinson, Mrs Lloyd Wells, Miss Marie Hart, Mrs Edward Kendal, Mrs Charles Orth and Mrs Ruth Binnix. Mrs Roy Hart is the next hostess.
The South School PTA met to approve unanimous affiliation with state and national PTA. Mrs. W. E. Marshall introduced Sally Pomeroy who sang with sister Dorothy as accompanist. Prik Ben Sawyer outlined the health program, noting compulsory physicals and immunizations for entering students. nurse Mrs. Fay discussed local health issues.
Mayor Bir n R. Bennehoff appeals to Gov. Thomas J. Herbert for emergency fuel oil supplies for home heating in Tiffin as many households report exhausted reserves after the cold spell.
Goodwill Mothers will meet tomorrow at 8 p m with Mrs C R Bell at 4112 Warren Rd for the annual election of officers. Mrs Earl Lacy is program chairman.
The Ladies Auxiliary to Knights Templar will host a covered dish dinner at 6 p.m. tomorrow in the Masonic Temple. A business meeting will follow the dinner, outlining upcoming plans and activities.
To Mr and Mrs George Morris of 1600 Meadow Ave a boy born Wednesday. To Mr and Mrs Albert Gentry of 601 Elsemere St a boy born Wednesday. To Mr and Mrs Robert Barnett of 808 Elwood St a boy born Wednesday. To Mr and Mrs Jess Moore of 2002 Arlington Ave a boy born Wednesday.
Mrs Clyde Peck organized a kitchen shower at 409 Burton Rd. for Miss Helen Davis as she nears her marriage to Vernon Yost next week. Co workers from Sorg Paper Company gifted stainless steel and copper cookware. Winners named were Mrs Morris Weaver, Shirley Proft and Mrs Fred twin. Additional attendees listed include Miss Ethel Proffitt, Miss Shirley Proft, Mrs Glen Nancarrow, Mrs Fred Irwin, Mrs Morris Weaver, Mrs Ralph Gaynor and the hostess.
The Home Culture Club gathered Wednesday at the Girls’ Club to honor Lincoln with an informative session. Mrs. W. M. Warner and Mrs. W. H. Williams framed the program, while Mrs. John's artistry featured Lincoln portrait and Mrs. Harry L. Deil offered a word portrait of Kath leen Norris. Valentine refreshments completed the gathering.
Miss Bette Hampton and Mrs. Joseph Duerr hosted a Valentine themed bridal shower for Mrs. Ben Botts Barbara Nickell at the Duerr home on Broad Street. Guests gathered by the fireplace for gifts as a bridal party tableau appeared on the mantle. A crepe paper aisle led miniature figures to a simulated altar beneath a large red heart bearing Barb and Ben’s names. Red and white streamers linked the heart to the presents. Dub Bridge winners were Mrs. James Barnes and Mrs. Clarence King. Hosts and many friends attended alongside the honoree.
More than fifty newcomers to Middletown joined the 100 Club at the Girls' Club for a dessert-card party. Participants enjoyed bridge, pinochle, and Five Hundred with awards presented to Mrs. Don Murphy, Mrs. Adrian Brooks, Mrs. Don Mueller, Mrs. Henry Miller for bridge. Mrs. Arthur Tyng for pinochle. and Mrs. Peter Rouster for Five Hundred.
Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority scheduled a spring dance for Saturday April 17. A meeting at Mrs Joseph Duerr home with sorority supervisor Mrs James Sloan Jr and committee members discussed plans and a spring themed event for the membership already engaged in attractive preparations.
The frozen body of an unidentified man was found yesterday in Doen Brook on Cleveland's east side. Police said he had head wounds on the back and seemed to have been in the water for several days.
Walter S. Tower president of the American Iron and Steel Institute will be principal speaker February 26 at Youngstown. About 400 steel executives and other businessmen are expected to attend the session at the 11th annual chamber traffic dinner.
Maple Park School seventh and eighth graders perform a three act play at 7 30 p m in the school auditorium. Junior Allen played by Alan Taylor worries about exam results before a carnival. A case of mistaken identity brings merriment then Junior passes the exam with rose colored glasses. Music directed by Mrs Rosemary Wisecap and tap dancers Carol Hahn and Mary Wikel perform between acts two and three.
Larry Steele celebrated his third birthday Tuesday at his Cen tral Ave residence with friends gathered around a cake decorated for Valentine's Day. Guests included Paul Haddix, Sharon Haddix, Terrinaero Sharon Kay Lyle, Mary Margaret Carmody, Patricia Carmody, and several mothers. A photo was taken of the group during the celebration. New York City has 675 theaters.
An ad states an improved tie bedy for upper or lower plates that makes false teeth fit more firmly without slipping. It promises no cunmy or pasty taste, an alkaline feel, and non sour breath, with a claim to fresh breath. Available at any drug store.
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