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Newspaper

Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1948

Page

2

Middletonian Injured In Cutting At Wrenn Plant

George Walton 56 of 1321 Woodlawn Ave rear charged with cutting with intent to wound in a theater room incident at Wrenn Paper Co. Don Bailey of Middletown Route 2 in fair condition at Middletown Hospital after multiple wounds. Jack Flanagan 230 Park St suffered a leg cut. witnesses described a scuffle over Bailey refusing to shut down the engine.

George Walton Woodlawn Ave Wrenn Paper Company Don Bailey Middletown Middletown Hospital Jack Flanagan Park St Walton Bailey Flanagan

Ladies Night Draws 125 Members and Guests at SPEBSQSA

About 125 members and guests attended Ladies Night hosted by SPEBSQSA at the auditorium on Etta Street. Tom Walburg chaired the program committee. a Hamilton girls trio performed with quartets from Franklin and Hamilton. George Campbell led group singing, noted song leader and SPEBSQSA Parade alum. The Middletown High assembly welcomed Campbell as a guest.

Spebsqsa Etta St Tom Walburg Hamilton Franklin and George Campbell Campbell Middletown

At the Movies: Matere and Coleen Gray Preview

A fragmented film page mentions Matere and Coleen Gray with unclear notes. Details about role, release or venue are unreadable in the OCR snippet.

Ruhr coal output in late 1930s tops 100 million tons yearly

The record notes that Ruhr coal production exceeded 100 million tons annually in the late 1930s. It mentions figures tied to times and names but centers on industrial output levels rather than individuals.

Ruhr

Eczema Relief Quick Fixes From a Simple Guide

A concise tip sheet explains a fast relief approach for eczema and irritated skin. It highlights gentle care, avoidance of irritants, and soothing applications to reduce redness and itching.

Cincinnati Pastor to Speak at Ascension Tonight

The Rev. Robert S. Lambert rector of Calvary Church Clifton will preach at 7 30 p m in the Wednesday evening Lenten services at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension on Park Drive Cincinnati He served as Army officer in World War I and Naval chaplain in World War II and has led Calvary Church for 17 years He holds roles in the Diocese of Southern Ohio and the Diocesan World Order Committee chaired by George Hook

Robert S. Lambert Calvary Church Clifton Cincinnati Episcopal Church of the Ascension Park Mr. Lambert Southern Ohio Diocesan World Order Committee George Hook City Lambert

Cub Scout Pack 6 Holds Session

Cub Scout Pack 6 met in the First Methodist Church basement under Cubmaster Wallace Frayer with cubs parents and guests present. Den 5 led opening exercises, a short parents business meeting followed, a kite contest plan was set with a committee, and Lynn Learey showed a film on wildlife. Advancements included Lion badges and arrows for Allen Karechner Charles Hartness George Ritter Bobby Leeds Allen Hoffman Bruce Thomas, plus service stars for Bobby Phillips and Roderick Adams. Den 5 closed the meeting and parents served refreshments with Mr oe Sheard listed as Den Mother and Proctor Hill as assistant Den Mother.

First Methodist Wallace Frayer Den 5 Luke Sickle Proctor Hill P. E. Hoffpayer Ted Karchner Drew Geis Lynn Learey Wallace Fraye Allen Karechner Charlies Hartness Allen Karchner Charles Hartness George Ritter A Sater Ness Ter Bobby Leede Allen Hoffman Wolf Bobby Leeds Bruce Thomas Wolf Bobby Phillips Roderick Adams Oe Sheard

Butler County 1948 Road Plans Completed

Arthur Goldschmidt of the Ohio Department of Highways announced completion of the 1948 Sur face Treating program for Butler County. Plans for sale of projects will be offered soon as the two year period 1947 1948 ends. The department will have resurfaced 51.73 miles or 25.73 percent of Butler County state highways, a percentage noted as well above the state average.

Arthur Goldschmidt Repo Ohio Department of Highways Butler County Highway Department Goldschmidt

Miss Mary Jackson Dies in Hollywood at 39

Miss Ma Lou Jackson 39, former Middletown resident, died at Cedars of Lebanon Hospital Hollywood Calif after a yearlong illness. She was a Middletown High School graduate and survived by sister Helen and brother William. The body will be returned to Middletown with funeral arrangements to be announced by Baker Funeral Home.

Ma Lou Jackson Middletown Cedars of Lebanon Hospital Hollywood Calif Miss Jackson Charles Jackson Middletown High School Helen California General Service Movie Studio Mise Jackson William Baker Funeral Home

Funeral service and burial plans announced

At Middletown Hospital the funeral service for John arr rot 1 Baltimore St. is set for 10 a.m. Thursday with the Rev. Carl Reynolds officiating. Burial will follow in Woodsside Cemetery. Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Les McFarland of Middletown. McCoy Leffier Funeral Home handles arrangements.

Middletown Pital Menal John Arr Baltimore St Carl Reynolds Woodside Cemetery Les McFarland McCoy-Leffier Funeral Home

Mrs Elma Demory 77 Dies at Middletown Hospital

Mrs Elma Demory 77 of 2026 Howard Ave died at 2 17 a m today at Middletown Hospital where she was admitted. She is survived by daughter Marie Bail of Dayton two sons Delvin and Nelson a brother Walter Davidson of Detroit. Friends may call at the McCoy Leffler Home 2 5 and 7 10 p m Friday. Services Saturday at 10 a m at the funeral home with burial in West Cemetery.

Elma Demory Howard Ave Middletown Hospital Marie Bail Dayton Aaileywo Delvin and Nelson Walter Davidson Detroit McCoy-Leffler Cae E. Kiatin W. Cemetery

Funeral for Mrs. Matilda Agnes Ploss Planned in Hamilton

Services for Matilda Agnes Ploss aged 60 of Hamilton who died Monday night at Mercy Hospital will be held at 8 30 a m Friday at the Colligan funeral home with a Mass at St James Church to follow Burial is planned in St Joseph Cemetery She is survived by a son and a sister

Hamilton Matilda Agnes Ploss Mercy Hospital Colligan Funeral Home St. Jordh Beig

Funeral services for George D. Blackwell in New Orleans

George D. Blackwell, who died while visiting in New Orleans, will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Brown-Dawson funeral home. Burial follows at Venice Cemetery. He leaves his widow Mildred, one son, three brothers, and five sisters.

Yg Egge George Amilton New Orleans Brown-Dawson Funeral Venice Mildred

Funeral held for Carl Keifer Hamilton

Carl Keifer Hamilton died yesterday. The funeral was held at 10 a.m. today at Colligan funeral home. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery.

Hamilton Ae Kiefer Staple Ave Colligan Buria Rose Hill Cemetery

City Charter Change Plans To Be Studied At Meeting

City Commissioners will review proposals for changes in the city charter at a public meeting tonight. Chairman D Clark said Fred J Schatzmann acting city manager prepared the draft for further study and no action will be taken. A second conference with Veterans Village representatives is planned for next Wednesday to discuss area improvements.

D. Clark Clark Fred J. Schatzmann Clarke Veterans’ Village Schatzmann

Burial and services set for Mrs Henry in Germantown

Vitz will officiate burial at Germantown Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the residence after noon Thursday. Members of Germantown Chapter Order of Eastern Star active in Mrs Henry will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the residence for services. Ohnoe Ome is in charge of arrangements.

Vitz Germantown Cemetery Germantown Order of Eastern Star Henry Ohnoe Ome

Ida Kepler Rites Planned in Germantown

Services for Mrs. Ida Kepler 84 of N Plum Street Germantown will be held with Rev. H A Rothrock officiating. Burial follows at Germantown Cemetery after 5 PM Thursday. She died Tuesday morning in Miami Valley Hospital Dayton.

Grermantown Ida Kepler N. Plum St Germantown Miami Valley Hospital Dayton H. A. Rothrock Germantown Cemetery

Mrs Aldine Hodges Fitzpatrick 72 Dies in Franklin

Mrs Aldine Hodges Fitzpatrick 72 of 533 South Main Street Franklin died at 7 15 p m after a lingering illness. She was born in New Richmond Ohio and belonged to Franklin Presbyterian Church and Franklin Chapter Order of Eastern Star. She is survived by husband H G Fitzpatrick a daughter Mrs Ruth of Carmel California two sons and Franklin grandchildren. Robert Eaton Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Franklin Aldine Hodges Fitzpatrick S. Main St New Richmond Franklin Presbyterian Church Franklin Chapter Order of Eastern Star H.G. Fitzpatrick Ruth Carmel Calif Robert Eaton Funeral Home

Joseph H. Farrell dies at 75 in Camden

Joseph H. Farrell 75 of 267 West Cen i Ave Camden died shortly before midnight after a stroke suffered a year earlier He was a native of W Del and a retired farmer He lived with brothers Denver and John T Funeral services will be held at his residence Saturday at 2 30 p m with burial in Fairmount Cemetery

Camden Cecum H. Farrell West Cen i Ave W del Ihe Denver John T Fairmount Cemetery

Rain Likely Through Thursday With Cloudy Skies

The weatherman predicts continued rain or drizzle through Thursday amid heavy cloudiness. Temperatures ranged from a low of 33 to 54 degrees with readings at 8 p m 54 and 7 30 a m 46 and 10 30 a m 47.

Co-Ops Hear Wade Miller on Lincoln Philosophies

Wade E. Miller superintendent of schools spoke at the Co-Operative Club dinner at the Manchester Hotel outlining five Abraham Lincoln inspired philosophies. He urged greater brotherhood, less prejudice, more education, and cultural talents to temper present problems.

Abraham Lincoln Wade E. Miller Co-Operative Club Manchester Hotel Miller Lincoln Contron

Civitans Hear Peace Plan Talk at Noon Meeting

Ray Sloan outlined the Middletown Peace Plan to Civitan Club members at the Manchester Hotel noon gathering. The plan had national notice last year with the Quota Force Peace Plan and was endorsed by the State House of Representatives, with copies sent to President Truman and Ohio lawmakers.

Ray Sloan Middletown Civitan Club Manchester State House of Representatives Truman Ohio

New Church Group To Meet Thursday

A new organization of parents of beginners at First Church of Christ plans a meeting Thursday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lin Valentine 610 Moore Street. Hazel Spade leads the program and a prize will be awarded for the best club name submission.

First Church of Christ Lin Valentine Moore St Migs Hazel Spade

New Registrar Named At License Bureau In Middletown

Mrs Pauline 8 Dredge was appointed registrar of motor vehicles in Middletown to succeed her late husband L L Dredge. The appointment was made by state registrar Ed ward T Fogo and announced by Fred L Hayden travelling auditor. Mrs Dredge, longtime local employee, was recommended by the Women's Republican Club of Middletown and Ben Van Gorden Liberty Township Republican chair.

Pauline Women’s Republican Club of Middletown Ben van Gorden Liberty Township Republican Executive Committee

Leaking Radiator Traced To Hit-Skip Car

Police traced a hit and run after Ray C. Whitman reported his parked car struck. Officers followed a suspect vehicle to Manchester Avenue where 53 year old Mrs. Boyd was found. Her son Mark provided details of the incident.

Ray C. Whitman Manchester Ave Douglas Barrett Jesse Morratt Boyd Mark

Building Code Committee Meets to Continue City Revision

The local Building Code Committee plans a 4 p m meeting to continue studying the city code revision. Commissioner Carson notes ongoing analysis will likely proceed.

Seee Eens Aneing Carson

Police Briefs Report Thefts And A Dog Bite

Police notes report Mesemore 231 of 1008 Thirka Ave Franklin treated at Middletown Hospital after an incident. Lake Mounts 3030 N Clinton, Norris 1316 First Ave report theft of car from a First Ave parking spot with a $500 music library inside. Marvin Argo 18 of 1812 Jefferson Ave was bitten on the left forearm by a dog in the Jefferson schoolyard and treated at Middletown Hospital.

Thirka Ave Franklin Middletown Hospital Lake Mounts Clinton Marold J. Norris First Ave Norris Marvin Argo Jefferson Ave Jefferson Schoolyard Middletown Hos

Venison on Menu After Deer Herd Hit by Car

A Cleveland motorist collided with a deer herd yesterday prompting school cafeterias to serve venison today. Three deer were killed and Game Warden Forrest Tuttle did not release the driver's name before donating the meat to nearby schools.

Cleveland Forrest Tuttle

Washington Birthday Absence Triggers Makeup Day

Forty high school boys who skipped Monday classes and urged classmates to join a Washington birthday celebration must makeup the day, Superintendent L A Sprague announced today.

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Middletonian Tee Matere Coleen Gray Hayden Jennifer Martene Dietrich Ray Millang Stace Te Mesa al “Pussy St. John Jemima Robert Mary Jackson John C. Barr Mrs Mrs. Mathilda Ploss George D. Blackwell Anna Lagedrost Carl Keifer Edith Henry Riggs Funeral Home Riggs Acral Dec N. Broad ST Aldine Fitzpatrick Joseph H. Farrell Wade Miller Civitans New License Bureau Gough Lamb Nunn Bush Nunn-Bush Edgerton Greathouse Fashion Park
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