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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1958
Page
13
David Susskind defends CBSs The Bridge of San Luis Rey against criticism. He argues the opening speech frames the theme of fate versus plan and cites Trendex ratings showing the program retained and grew its audience through its broadcast.
The speaker notes that opinions differ, but calls the production highly effective. Critical response is described as overwhelmingly favorable, about three or four to one in favor. Public response is labeled fantastic, reflecting strong audience appreciation.
Radio and TV listings show WHIO and WLW schedules with Amos n Andy Music Hall, Restless Gun, Bold Journey, The White Flag, Studio One with Barry Sullivan and Patricia, and films Golden Arrow starring Bette Davis and George Brent. Richard Tucker and Frances Wyatt also join Howard Barlow for an orchestral segment.
Dame Nellie Melba, the Australian soprano who died in 1931, raised more than $500,000 for relief efforts for World War I soldiers. The notes mention a Scottish family, the Scotts, living at the northern tip of Lapland.
Cleveland report notes steelmaking capacity at 53.5 percent with four week decline totaling 2.5 points since January 1, 1958. Auto industry stockpiling remains low at 20 days prompting expectations of a June strike and a likely rise in purchase of steel. District ingot rates fell to 57.5 percent in Pittsburgh and 57 in Wheeling, with Detroit up to 53.5 and Cincinnati to 45. production last week totaled 1,445,000 tons. Scrap prime grade rose 34 cents to 37.67 per ton, highest since October.
Claude D. Sipple, brother of Roy D. Sipple of 401 Highview Rd, graduates boot camp at Naval Training Center Great Lakes. James J. LeFevers, Lebanon, named squad leader at Great Lakes NTC. Pfc Bobby J. Bowling, 606 Granada Ave, graduates I Corps NCO Academy in Korea after Army service at Ft. Knox. Pvt Charles F. Back, West Middletown Rt 1, completes radio teletype course at Ft Gordon after basic at Ft. Carson.
Census Bureau data show the U S population about 172 790 000 at year start up three million from 1956 and over 22 million since 1950. Births and deaths in 1957 set record totals for any year in U S history.
Dennison Hall opened to 133 Miami University men moving from Fisher Hall. The new dorm is named for William Dennison a Cincinnati native and 1835 Miami graduate who served as Ohio governor and Lincoln’s postmaster general.
The Rev. Martin P. Halverson notes Lent origins and related customs including Ash Wednesday, quarantine, Mardi Gras, pretzels, and Easter symbols. He explains how Shrove Tuesday is Mardi Gras, the pretzel’s Lenten roots, and Easter’s links to Eastre and pagan symbolism.
Markets show varied moves with cattle grades ranging from utility to choice and calves around 300 pounds at 25.0. Hog trade active with mostly No 1 and 2 weights 180 to 240 pounds at 20.5 to 21.0, larger sows higher, boars 14.0. Sheep supplies light with wooled lambs around 24.0 and ewes 4.0 to 8.0.
Multiple notices list names such as Rollin Back Eva Bak and John L Blair with ages from 41 to 90. Services span Jan to Feb in Middletown Lebanon and W Elkton venues, with churches, cemeteries, and funeral homes named. Locations include Elk Creek Rd Blairsville Middletown Woodside and Bloomingburg.
Market report shows cattle and hog price ranges with mixed declines and sales activity. Quotes include feeder cattle reached 20.50, calves from 13.50 to 19.00, and dairy or miscellaneous items noted with down trends.
A University of Wisconsin project features a 51-foot tall stainless steel cylinder used as an experimental dryer for dairy and other foods. The eight-foot-wide unit resembles a guided missile and is loaded with dried whole milk and soups.
A family expresses thanks for support after the passing of Lurten Edward Diver Jr and Betty Lou Brate. Special mentions go to pallbearers floral donors Veterans of Foreign Wars Sorx Paper Co Father Lawrence Wessel and McCoy Leffler Funeral Home.
A collection of local ads offering income tax preparation by Laura Williams and Paul Brumfield, pawn shop and loan services, real estate loan inquiries, insurance pitches, and beauty products. Included are phone numbers and business addresses such as 1341 Woodlawn, 2411 Central, and 1 Central, with a mix of personal notices and commercial pitches.
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