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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1978
Page
13
A Ronald Drive resident solved winter delivery challenges by constructing a six foot extension to elevate the mailbox. The extra height keeps the box accessible after snowplow plowing, ensuring mail delivery remains possible.
The City Commission approved more than 4.7 million dollars in federal funds for a new social service and health center plus a 7 percent salary hike for city employees not already covered by prior raises. The package supports housing, neighborhood redevelopment, and a triangular land cleanup, with a 58 thousand dollar purchase for a scenic overlook at Sebald Park and potential elder housing in the old City Building.
William Robinson of the Middletown Ohio Bureau of Employment Services notes few people contact the office to link snow removal workers with available shifts. He says job seekers mostly want full-time positions, and snow shoveling work tends to be by young local residents.
The Standard First Aid class at the Congress Inn in Monroe is canceled for tonight and will be held next week on Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday. CCD classes at St. John’s and Holy Trinity Catholic churches are also canceled.
A power surge at Middletown High School caused lights to go dim or out in sections, prompting class relocation to the gym and media center. By 11:15 a.m. power remained unreliable, lunch service shifted to plastic ware, and CG&E planned pole repairs requiring temporary shutdowns. Buses returned 2:20 p.m. with students dismissed early. tests were postponed to Monday due to weather.
Dozens of private and public snowplow operators stay active while schools close for a long weekend. Middletown officials discuss hauling snow from downtown streets to the Great Miami River or Smith Park. Forecasters note up to three inches fell overnight with near record accumulations expected, and roads face drifting and closures with crews working through the weekend to prep for more snow.
A consultant’s report for Middletown city recommends separating the health and social services components of the 805 Social Service Center to boost efficiency and clarify roles. It calls for diverse funding sources at local, state, and federal levels including US Health, Education and Welfare funds, taxes, private gifts, and United Way.
Snow cancels Saturday Page class for Journal students. Instructor Mrs Rosemarie Ebbesmeyer notes Tuesday editing session remains scheduled.
Patience ran out as residents fought over a snow cleared space. Police attended several weather related disputes including a broom assault on Harlan Street during a Parking spot argument. Another driver occupied a legally parked space on Yankee Road while the owner took a break.
Lemon Township Junior Police members, five or six teenagers, assist elderly and sick residents with snow removal this morning. They work on a donation basis, driving in by Police Chet Corba Haven, and will continue through the present snow season. Funds raised support the local youth group aiding at sporting events and traffic control.
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