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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1948
Page
3
A crossword answer key lists entries for horizontal and vertical clues across the grid. It includes names of scientists and common terms such as venomous eye terms and metal symbols, with indications for ancient or regional usage and abbreviations.
Mrs Lester Pfieffer entertained a group of friends at 708 Elsmere Ave Thursday evening for a shower honoring Mrs Arthur Linville. Guests included Mrs Otis Peak and Mrs Joseph Fisher with prizes awarded to several attendees and a door prize to Mrs Thomas Wills.
The Goodwill Mothers Club met at Mrs. C. R. Bell's home and elected officers: Mrs. John Derrough president, Mrs. Everett Denniston treasurer, and Mrs. Robert Striefthau secretary. A postmeeting program marking Lincoln and Washington's birthdays featured Mrs. Derrough, Mrs. Addie Bailey, and Mrs. LaRue Ginter. Prizes were awarded during social hour, with Mrs. Turner R. Powers recognized for a notable marriage proposal, and guest Mrs. Sterling Vaughan attended.
The Dorcas Society of The Church of the Brethren met with Mrs. Russell Stamper for an evening session. Mrs. Charles Fisher led devotions, C. M. Warstler offered prayer, and a bassinet of gifts was presented to Mrs. Leonard Martin. Contests games and refreshments ended the event. Marian Barnhart of Winona Dr. will host March 5.
The Woman's Association of First Presbyterian Church held an all day gathering with an executive board session at 10 30 a m. Reports were given by committees and a hospital uze project was organized. An organ meditation followed at 12 30 p m with devotion by Mrs J Lowry Miller and a luncheon by the Main Street Circle at 1 p m. The group then moved to the Baptist Church for World Day of Prayer observance.
The Semper Fidelis Class met at Mrs. Vernon Gose's home last evening with devotionals from Mrs. Lewis Turner Mrs. Newton McClain and Mrs. Herb Frazier. Vernon Gose was elected president Finley Lykens named vice president Frances Spangler treasurer and Lewis Turner secretary. Secret pals were revealed and a drawing for new ones was held for the next year.
The Polly Pigtail Club held its first social event at Miss Shirley Johnson's home 117 Belemonte Street for three months old members. The Valentine themed gala featured games and contests, with refreshments. guests included Elaine Schlup the president and several local members.
Members of Homemakers Circle No 3 will hold a guest night Monday at 6 30 with a covered dish supper at the Presbyterian Church. Hostesses include Mrs H R Jones chairwoman assisted by Mrs Osye Smith and Mrs A E Kohl.
Tom Giles will direct Treble Clef Chorus members in regular rehearsal Monday at 7 30 p m at the Giles and Link Music Store.
Vicksburg Circle No. 32 La kes of Grand Army of Republic met at Civic Association. Mrs A O Harter opened. Annathers installed as president with M L Smith as conductor. New officers include Mrs Earl Schneider president and Mrs Harry Hall senior VP. Committees named. gifts exchanged. plans for year set amid social hour.
The Maple Park Mothers' Club held a Valentine party in the school auditorium on Thursday evening following a short business meeting. Mrs. Robert O'Conner and Mrs. Herbert Kelley led games, with Mrs. Perry Clark, Mrs. William Gephart and Mrs. Pauline Morningstar winning. Cafeteria tables were decorated by Mrs. Vernon, Mrs. Perry Clark and Mrs. J. H. Brooks, and a lunch was served by several hostesses including Mrs. J. T. Hardwick, Mrs. Ray Moore, Mrs Rex Moore, Mrs. William Hughes, Mrs. Harold Funk and Mrs. Irvin Watkins.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Blevins of Trenton welcome a boy born Friday at the hospital. Mr and Mrs William H Williams of 2133 Winona Dr welcome a boy born Friday at home.
A concise assessment notes Africa accounts for the majority of the world's diamond output due to established mines and historical development. It highlights the region's role in shaping supply and pricing in the international diamond market.
The First Church of Christ outlines Sunday services with Sunday School at 9 15 a m and adult groups in the Sanctuary at 9 40 a m Morning worship at 10 30 a m with organ by Mrs Fugene Mack and a sermon titled Give Us This Day The offertory features violinist Mrs Forest Bowman and choir singing Come Thou Alm mighty King The Lord's Supper closes the service A luncheon at 5 p m for Serv Men in the basement precedes the 7 30 pm evening service with a special music program a quartet will perform Must Jesus Bear The Cross Alone and the minister will speak on What Doest Thou Here Sarah Thompson Missionary Society meets Tuesday at 7 30 pm at Mrs Clara Neville 604 Stanley Training class on personal evangelism Wednesday at 7 pm followed by choir rehearsal Church Board meets at 8 pm WCTU meets at United Brethren Church Tuesday at 2 pm with Mr Grover Hose leading and Rev E R Turner speaking
Minister J D Nisewonder will deliver seasonal messages at both churches. Jacksonburg service starts 9 30 am with Sunday School at 10 15 am led by Desmond Stamper. Pleasant Ridge Sunday School begins 9 30 am under James Crout, followed by preaching at 10 30 am. Evening service at Pleasant Ridge at 7 30 pm features guest speaker N H Jung from St Reformed Middletown.
Regular services at Bethlehem Lutheran Church are at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Cantata rehearsal occurs at 2:30 p.m. Sunday. A lenten service is at 7 p.m. with choir rehearsals after the service Thursday. Teachers gather Friday at 7:30 p.m.
WMOM 16508 broadcasts include Ray Eberle's Orchestra PFH S1OR Serenade In Blue and Airlane Trio, with This Is Middletown Dinner Concert listed as part of the schedule.
Rev M E Clay delivers morning sermon Little Foxes with church choir offering special music. Sunday school led by James Conrad at 9 30 A M studies Purity and Power Through the Holy Spirit. Youth programs at 6 45 P M under Micky Sabo and Mrs M E Clay supervises Juniors. Evening evangelistic service at 7 30 P M on What will the end be. Wednesday prayer service at 7 40 P M.
The Gideon Road Church of Christ will hold a Bible school at 9 30 a m with the topic Joseph s Place In Israel s History. A sermon at 10 15 a m, communion at 11 15 a m, and an evening service at 7 p m featuring Old Testament History Abrahamic Faith. Prayer and study meet Wednesday at 7 30 p m.
Meadowlawn Church of God opens Sunday school at 9 45 am with a bus route through South Lafayette Amanda and Oneida. Morning worship at 10 45 ends before noon, bus returns, Youth Fellowship at 6 45, evangelistic service at 7 45 led by Rev Earl E Reynolds with congregational singing and a sermon.
Tomorrow at 10:15 a.m. Rev Harold H Jung speaks on Humble Ways Of Helping Jesus. Scout troop members pledge the Scout Oath and Laws. At 9:15 a.m. Mrs E H McCandlish directs the orchestra and Miss Rosemary Marlett leads group singing.Robert E Shaffer leads devotional on The Power Of The Holy Spirit and topics include Power Through The Holy Spirit and The Secret Of The Christian's Power. Jr Department devotional led by Mrs Dwight Meehan. Beginners and Primary Departments opening by Mildred Beacom. Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Brotherhood and Men's Bible Class in Sunday School social room with Rev Carl Stridsberg guest speaker. Men welcome. Wednesday 7:30 p.m. midweek Lenten Service pastor speaks on Going and Staying. Wednesday at 6:30
Rev. Frank Soward will deliver morning and evening messages. Morning worship begins at 10 45 a m and evening worship at 7 30 p m. Midweek prayer service is set for 7 30 p m Wednesday.
Blue Ball Presbyterian Church schedules Sunday school at 10 am with O G Bowker opening program. Classes meet in their rooms at 10 30 for the week lesson and reconvene at 1 am. Church service starts at 11. Weather difficulties will be discontinued for the rest of February.
The record lists Mayfield Cumberland scheduled for 9 30 a m under the supervision of Harry S Bailey as superintendent.
The notice outlines a Friday church schedule with a Girls Choir rehearsal and a Senior Choir rehearsal at 8 30, a Church Council meeting at 8 30, and a Confirmations Class at 4 p m.
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