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Newspaper

Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1960

Page

10

Graff-Denny Rites Planned For February Wedding

Miss Barbara June Graff and her fiancé John Paul Denny plan to wed February 27 at 7 30 p m in the Church of the Ascension. A reception follows in the Great Hall with Beverly Ann Graff as maid of honor and Charles Wampler Denny II as best man.

Barbara June Graff John Paul Denny Church of the Ascension Beverly Ann Graff Sam Meadows Carl Hathaway Lowell Davis Miamisburg Karen Paullin Lancaster Barbara Fitch Granville Charles Wampler Denny II Don Davies Larry Schneider Phillip Brewer Franklin Richard White Evanston, Ill Middletown Junor Jack McGuff Germantown Gregory Smith Eugene Moon Cincinnati Charlotte Jarrell Phyllis Crawford Ernest E. Graff Florence Street Chariey W. Denny Jr Thornhills Lane

Vote Board Appointments Recommended in 14-County Area

Secretary of State Ted W. Brown announced recommendations for election board appointments after receiving lists from Republican and Democratic committees during a Daytona visit. Incumbents named include Swiler, Cavie, Holbrook, Young Dayton, Stockert, Miller, Yost, Nelson, and Hardman, with final meeting set for February 26 in Columbus at 1 pm.

Ted W. Brown Republican Democratic Brown Pick Farmersville Wreble Marion R. Miller New Paris Robert Yost Camdn Warren Warren C. Nelson Lehagen Paul N. Hardman Morrow Hts Offce Columbus

Mrs Robertson to Lead Humane Assn Benefit Card Party

Mrs. W. C. Robertson is general chairman of a benefit card party to support the Humane Association of Miami Valley. The event on March 9 funds the animal shelter serving Butler County on the Hamilton Trenton Road. Card party and tea start at 1 pm in the Rose Room of the Manchester Hotel with tickets handled by Mrs. E. H. Bindley and Mrs. R. W. Davison and a list of assisting local residents.

W. C. Robertson The Humane Assn Miami Valley Animal Shelter Butler County Hamilton-Trenton Road Manchester Hotel E. H. Bindley R. W. Davison Pranklin Middletown

Presbyterian Women Meet at First Presbyterian Church

Night Groups of the Women’s Association studied Africa and planned Fall Festival projects. World Day of Prayer is set for March 4 at First Methodist. family night covered dish suppers begin March 2 and run weekly through Lent. GroupOne had 18 members. Group Two 19. Groups Three and Four were hosted at Homes with chairmen and hostesses named.

Africa Women’s Assn First Presbyterian Church First Methodist Church

Upside Down Cakes Explore New Flavor Combos

An article suggests variations on upside down cake beyond pineapple and white cake. Lanned pears and gingerbread are proposed as an alternative pairing, offering a different delightful dessert option.

Simple Doughnut Glaze Recipe Note

A basic glaze method uses one cup confectioners sugar and one fourth cup boiling water. Stir until smooth then dip warm doughnuts and drain on absorbent paper for a glossy finish. Include small adjustments for thickness based on preference.

War Mothers Mark 39th Anniversary Dinner in Middletown

Sixty members and guests of the Middletown chapter American War Mothers attended the 39th anniversary dinner at the American Legion. The Triple Trio provided music led by Miss Sher ry Havemann who sang two solos with Mrs. Have man on piano. Attendees included Legion Commander Richard Leichty and many World War I and Silver Star Mothers.

Middletown American War Mothers American Legion Triple Trio Marleen Apple Debbie Bohman Faye Chaney Mary J. Combs Beverly Graff Linda Havemann Linda Konthier Sherry Loveless Barbara Leffler Betty Sue Wilson Miss Havemann Legion Richard Leichty Leichty Mark Walke Walter Pawelkoski Edward Lampe Jack Sebald Harold Leichty Catherine Peech Cincinati Marvin Stamper Arthur Stubbs Roy Smith Gold Star Charles Fakes Pearl Roberts Orman Elam

Atomic Age Discussed By Speakers At Club Meeting

Mrs. Charles Bailey and Mrs. George Letts spoke at the Guid ed Study Club meeting on the theme “Blueprints of The Atomic Age.” Bailey covered rocket history from Goddard to the Nike and IRBM era, noting missiles’ role in national security and types from ballistic to air to air. Letts highlighted Admiral Rickover and the Nautilus voyage from Seattle to the Arctic, praising Rickover’s propulsion work and the submarine’s deep-diving capacity.

Charles Bailey George Letts Guided Study Club E. S. Land Bailey Robert Goddard U. S Werdner von Braun Army Huntsville Ala Poland Seattle Wash North Pole Cmdr William Robert Anderson

Bridge Brunch At Brown's Run Ladies Day Duplicate

Twenty four members and guests attended the Brown's Run Country Club ladies day duplicate bridge and brunch at the clubhouse on Sleebig Road. Six tables used the Mitchell movement with north-south winners named and east-west honors listed. Mrs Wikoff announced the next ladies day bridge will be February.

Brown's Run Country Club Sleebig Road Roy Granger George Hutchinson Howard Wikoff Paul Woodward Jr Fred Greathouse Philip Cade William Schuck F. C. Huselton William Rathman Carlton Hill Jr R. William Davison John Winger Wikoff

Teepees Everywhere There Are W Million Homes in America

A historical note states that there are W million homes in the United States with 2 million owner occupied. It forecasts new residences rising to 13 million annually but by 1970 production would slow to 2 million per year. It claims at least ninety percent of homes use lumber.

America United States Uno WF Cottrell, JR

Club Holds Colonial Tea at Girls' Club

The FTTF Club hosted a Colonial Tea at the Girls' Club with twenty members attending. Guests included Mrs. John Bendure and others while a clipping from the Middletown Journal recalled a prior tea at Mrs. George Velte and a presentation on fashions of by gone days.

John Bendure Frank Buffington E. T. Cross William Maurer Clester Pieratt Fttf Club Girls’ Club Walter Johnson Middletown Journal George Velte L. J. Ragland R. C. Beam Frank Cox John Hoskins Walter Sheffer

Circle Four meets at First Baptist with Pat Newland program

Miss Pat Newland presented Town In Ohio at Circle Four First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. She noted 162 town and country churches across Ohio. Mrs. Les Mills showed Vacation Bible School slides from southern Ohio. Other groups discussed meetings and plans for March including guest speaker Mrs. Marshall Baker of California and teen helpers. Memorial services for deceased community members planned for March 6. Legal notice appears for Middletown Civil Service examination for a Finance Clerk with a March 1 filing deadline and details on eligibility and pay.

Pat Newland Ohio Circle Four First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall James LeGrand Woman's Mission Society LeGrand Marshall Baker California Gordon Pflanzer White Cross Work Campbell Christian Center Philoptochos Society Sts. Constantine and Eleni Church Gus Valen Speros Hagias Pete Laras Chris Pappas Steven Sarigianis Nick Revelos Lula Revelos Middletown Civil Service Commission Civil Service Commission Commission Central Avenue

Shoes for Show in Miami Water Pageant at UM

Bonnie Bedford of Middletown plays a key role in the Marlin Club produced water pageant Shoes for Show at Miami University. The event runs February 25 26 and 27 at 8 p m in Billings Auditorium Miami. The show features synchronized swimming style footwear with all choreography and costumes by Marlin Club members.

Oxford Bonnie V. Bedford Grand Ave Middletown Marlin Club Miami University Miami Billings Natatorium Miss Bedford Harry N. Ford College For Arts & Science Brighton High School Rochester New York

Sorority Plans March 5 Dance With Circus Theme

Delta Pi chapter of Sigma Phi Gamma schedules its Springtime Dance for March 5 at the American Legion. Dick Cole's Orchestra will provide music and proceeds benefit the Dental Aid for Needy Children Fund. Co chairs Mrs. Schneider and Mrs. Wilhide are aided by Mrs. Wilhide publicity hostess Rock decorations and Lewis patrons.

Delta Pi Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority Howard Schneider American Legion Dick Cole Dental Aid For Schneider Clark Wilhide Harold Hoover Elizabeth Rock Curtis Lewis Wilhide

Popped Walnuts Warm Up Cold Nights

A simple cozy idea suggests roasting walnuts in their shells over glowing coals in a fireplace. Serve warm for a comforting treat on chilly evenings.

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