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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1951
Page
2
The Butler County Christmas Seal sale, led by Mrs. W H Spindler, reports virtual totals of 7144.28 in Middle-town and 14040.99 in Hamilton and rural areas, bringing Butler County to 21755.27 against 20832.71 last year. Final 1949 total was 25128.35, with 3733.08 more than this year’s so far, as 88 percent stays local for tuberculosis programs.
The Middletown Civic Association Executive Committee met at the Manchester Hotel and accepted the Sebald Trust Fund to benefit the Fresh Air Camp. A resolution thanked Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Sebald. Members named to devise hospital trustees and finance duties were approved. L. J. Long resigned. audit and non member canvass reports were reviewed.
Two minor auto accidents were logged by the Middletown Police Department in the 24 hours ending 10 a.m. Sue Martin, 46, of 204 South Main Street struck John Helton, 26, of 600 McKinley Street at the Second Avenue Main Street intersection as Helton drove south. A second incident near Verity Parkway and Panama Street involved a damaged street light pole after a vehicle collision. Later, Ralph Faeta, 39, of 1600 Baltimore Street said he lost control on Verity and struck the same pole.
Virgil Richardson 37 of Louisville was injured when his truck hit a freight train on US Route 42 near Hageman Crossing, four miles southwest of Lebanon. He was treated at Middletown Hospital with severe lacerations and possible internal injuries. condition listed as satisfactory.
The speech outlines a plan to make a peace treaty with Japan and aid its rearmament while supplying arms to nationalist forces fighting Chinese Communists. It argues for a defensible stance in Japan and Formosa over a vulnerable Korea and stresses congressional and public approval after open discussion.
The Saturday schedule shows Mrs O Malley and Mr Malone at 3 5 20 and 8 40 p m and Right Cross at 1 36 4 15 and 9 45 p m Paramount. Strand features Motor Patrol at 3 35 p m Roll Thunder Roll at 2 25 p m and Jamboree at 7 30 and 30 p m Sunday brings Hit Parade of 1051 at 1 15 3 45 6 26 9 05 p m and Military Academy at 2 40 5 10 7 55 10 30 p m Colonial presents For Heaven s Sake at 1 15 2 50 4 46 6 20 8 16 and 9 16 p m
The census figure shows New York City and surrounding areas totaling 1,174,779 residents in 1860, reflecting urban growth on the eve of the Civil War.
Mrs. Elizabeth Helmig aged 94 died last night at her home 1743 Queen City Ave Cincinnati. Survived by four daughters including Mrs Carrie Ditmyer and Mrs Charles Meyers, Mrs Ferdinand Pellman and Mrs Clara Eagan all of Cincinnati, sister Miss Catherine Helmig of Cincinnati, 17 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Zan Silar of 126 S Clinton St died at Middletown Hospital. He is survived by two brothers and grandparents. Graveside services were set for 10 30 a.m. at Woodside Cemetery with Rev Louis Smith officiating. Maxberry Funeral Home in charge.
Frank M. Keister 78 of Farmersville died suddenly of a heart attack at 6 15 p.m. at the home of Paul Dennison on Walnut Street. He had been visiting Germantown prior to an IOOF meeting. He belonged to the Farmersville EUB Church Lockland K of P Lodge and Germantown IOOF. Survivors include three sons Harry and Herbert of Dayton and Ralph of Germantown Route 1 and a daughter Mrs Claud Ireland of Germantown. Funeral services Monday at 2 p.m. at the John Arpp Funeral Home Germantown with burial in Elk Creek Cemetery. Friends may call after 10 a.m. Sunday. Lodge services planned for Sunday evening at the funeral home.
Harry B. Darby 74 publisher of the Owatonna People's Press which his father Benjamin F. Darby founded in 1874 in Owatonna Minnesota.
The Rev Edwin Edgerton Aiken 92 Congregational minister and longtime American Board missionary in China for 45 years died in New Haven Connecticut his family announced Born in 1828 he served in China before returning to the United States in recent years Aiken was widely respected for his work with mission communities and his long service to the church.
NORRISTOWN Pa Dr Philip Jaisohn 81 physician and former advisor to the emperor of Korea obituary notes his role as a Korean liberal who participated in the 1684 seizure of their king and his lasting impact on reform efforts.
Harold Perry Erskine, 71, prominent sculptor and former architect, known for public art commissions and modernist designs, died after a long illness. He studied at Pratt Institute and led several notable sculpture projects in New York. He is survived by two children and a sister.
Dr. Walter E. Roush aged 61, long dean of Dayton Bonebrake Theological Seminary and professor of Old Testament and Evangelical United Brethren Church history since 1927, passed away.
Girl Scout Troop 7 hosted a covered dish supper for the basketball team at Mrs Colin Hood's home. The OOC Club plans to meet at Mrs Carrie Smith's home Monday evening.
The Mystery Club gathered at Mrs. Gertrude Page's residence with assistance from Miss Hazel Cole as they conducted their discussion and activities.
Miss Ruth Jordan Miss Bes sie Harris Bil Cole Jr and Charles Black were hosted by Miss Cora Johnson of Bayton earlier in the week at a social gathering.
Lt. David J. Gillespie 25 son of Mrs Hazel Gillespie of Ansonia and the late Scott Gillespie was killed in action in Korea December 11. He moved from Middletown to Chicago about ten years ago and served as a paratrooper in World War III. He lived in Greenville after discharge before re entering service. Survived by mother two brothers Bob Butler Pa and John Chicago aunt and uncle Will Gillespie Yankee Rd.
The Miami Valley faces a return of cold conditions with snow flurries forecast. Temperatures fell from a mid 40s high to around 38 by late morning. yesterday reached a high near 30 with a low around 29. The U S Weather Bureau in Vandalia predicts a low of 18 tonight and a Sunday high near 25.
Butler County employees will get an average increase of $25 per month after an eight hour budget session led by Gordon Augsburger. The commission reviewed allocations in the cold courthouse with the furnace under repair before announcing the raise. General fund expenses total about $1,208,000 for the year, with salaries funded from that pool.
The Senate Crime Investigation Committee may visit Ohio to study gambling on a large scale and other rackets. No date is set as subpoenas must be served and enough members can travel, with hearings planned in Cleveland and witnesses from across Ohio.
The Rev Herry Maag named interim pastor of Grace Methodist Church. Maag had previously headed the church 12 years before 1933 and has returned after retiring from Prospect Street Grace Methodist Church in Marion. He serves until the district assigns a new pastor, succeeding Rev A W Almeren who left for Lakewood Ohio.
Gratis Board of Education president Roy Landis and member Ro Barnhart resigned at the annual reorganization. Both had years of service and one year left in their terms. Norman Michaels Charles Friend and Burl Hanks named Kaiser Johnson and Wilson Paxton to fill unexpired terms. Friend elected president and Hanks as vice president.
Zanesville residents faced no bus service as 5 drivers mechanics and other Zanesville Rapid Transit Co workers walked out. Local 637 AFL Teamsters secretary treasurer Lewis E Jones said the strike is on while the union seeks higher wages. The company asked City Council to approve fare changes to fund the raise, proposing three tickets for a quarter replaced by 10 cents cash. council postponed action.
The U S Public Health Service notes women outlive men despite overall death rate declines in 1950. The chart shows women at about 83 deaths per 1000 and men higher, with the female rate falling faster than the male rate.
State Liquor Enforcement Director Anthony A. Rutkowski said he plans to stay in his current post and dismissed reports he would replace Oscar L. Fleckner, who resigned as State Liquor Director. Rutkowski lives in Cleveland.
City Manager W. R. Kellogg orders mobilization of men to defend Cincinnati water supply from possible sabotage or poisoning as drills and assignments proceed under city oversight. Carl Eberle named in the effort as a key water official in coordinating protective measures.
The Ohio Legislative Correspondents Association saluted H. H. Doc Laugherty AP statehouse reporter on his retirement after 33 years. Gov. Lausche and five former governors plus two U.S. senators attended, with congratulatory messages from former governors Cox Cooper White and Sen Taft. Laugherty will join CC William O Neill as secretary to Attorney General elect.
AP report: police search for hit and run driver after Frederick Palmer 60 was struck on U S Route 30 near here last night. In a separate incident Lloyd Austine 58 died when struck stepping from a cab on a rural road nearby.
A Bonavenventura scene in a convent belfry required dramatics with Claudette Colbert Robert Douglas and Michael Pate. Camera work from a floor level failed to hide a microphone boom so Claudette suggested a solution to the problem. A works superintendent noted a guard of about 17 would be needed.
Washington AP report says 1951 planting restrictions on corn and wheat were lifted. Secretary Brannan cites national emergency mobilization as cause while warning farmers to balance grain with pasture and soil conservation needs.
The Britannica encyclopedia states cereals supply less than one third of American calories while making up about three quarters of Asian diets. The comparison highlights regional dietary reliance on grain staples.
Three former Armco Association directors were reelected in district votes this week. Robert Bush topped District 2, Wilford Mull led District 5, and Arthur Sanderson won District 7 to retain posts held since 1936 1948 and 1948 respectively. A total of 438 votes were cast with Carl W. White as elections judge. A special meeting at 4 p.m. Thursday will elect officers and the annual dinner at the Hotel Manchester will install new directors.
Mrs. Bertha Perkins will lead Saturday evening services at Lakeside Church of God at 7 30 p m. The group will meet at the church where revival services are being held.
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