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Newspaper

Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 28, 1950

Page

5

Youth Sunday Sunday services at Monroe and Excello churches

Monroe churchdesignates Youth Sunday with MYF leading morning worship and discussing officer roles and district and conference youth work. Excello church will have the pastor present parts of youth work as the evening service is dismissed for a play titled The Black Flag presented by the Temperance League of Ohio using local church actors.

Monroe MYF Excello United Presbyterian Church Temperance League of Ohio

Hart Proud Of Son In Will Battle

Los Angeles AP report says Bill Hart Sr valued his son's character over fame as his will dispute unfolds. Al Jennings, 86, recalls Hart's aim to make a gentleman of his son, not an actor, noting Mary Hart's influence on the elder's decisions. Hart Jr seeks to overturn the will, alleging undue influence amid probate claims.

Los Angeles Bill Hart al Jennings Westrner Bill Jennings Okla Hart Sooner Mary Hart Jr Mary Hart Los Angeles County

American Popcorn Share Tops Theater Lobby Sales

About half of all popcorn sold in the United States occurs in theater lobbies, reflecting strong cinema concessions demand and the pairing of snacks with moviegoing.

Rates of taxation in Butler County 1949

Notice from John W Wendel Butler County Treasurer listing 1949 levies per dollar of property. General Fund 2.12 mills, Bond Retirement 0.05, Conservancy 0.06, Total County Levy 2.23 mills.

John W Wendel Butler County Ohio Conservancy

Church of God Tabernacle Sunday Schedule

Sunday school meets at 9 45 a m with a short devotional service by Rev Luther Banks. The Rev C T Walters will deliver the sermon at 10 45 a m. Young People meet at 645 p m followed by evangelistic service at 745 p m. Weekly prayer service is at 7 30 p m Wednesday.

Luther Banks C. T. Walters

Nazarene Church Plans Sunday Programs and Evangelistic Service

Sunday school starts at 9 30 with James Conrad supervising. Youth services at 6 45 led by Ralph Kindred and Mrs John Snodgrass. Junior group details noted. Evening evangelistic service at 7 30 features Mr Clay speaking on Experimental Religion.

James Conrad Ralph Kindred N.Y. P.S John Snodgrass Clay

Bethany Church Schedules Sunday School and Services

Bethany Church announces Sunday school at 9 15 with Arthur Baird as superintendent. The Rev R O Rector leads the 10 a m service. Bible study at the parsonage Tuesday at 1 30 with juniors meeting at 4 15 Choir rehearsal is set for Wednesday evening.

Arthur Baird R. O

Kings Mills Baptist Service Schedule

Kings Mills Baptist announces Sunday school at 9 30 a m with Manford McGuffey superintendent. Morning sermon at 10 45 a m by Rev C Holt Foster. Evening service at 7 30 p m with a 7 30 p m prayer and Bible study Tuesday.

Manford McGuffey C. Holt Foster

Pleasant Ridge And Jacksonburg Speaker Schedule

Ralph C. Knight general secretary of the YMCA in Middletown will bring the message at 9 30 a.m. Sunday school follows at 10 15 with James Crout as superintendent. Sunday School at Jacksonburg begins at 9 30 a.m. with Florence Wilson as superintendent. Knight will speak at 10 30 a.m.

Ralph C. Knight YMCA Middletown James Crout Jacksonburg Florence Wilson

Gideon Road Church Bible Study and Services Schedule

The Gideon Road Church of Christ holds Bible study at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday with the lesson Ananias and Sapphira Lie Unto God. Worship at 10:30 a.m. features Wayne Dunn on Bible Sanctification. Communion at 11:30 a.m. Evening service at 7 p.m. includes 30 minutes of music and Eugene Brandenburg's sermon. Midweek class Wednesday at 7 p.m.

Ananias Sapphira Wayne Dunn Eugene Brandenburg

Canadian scientists develop flameless heat producing match

Canadian scientists have developed a flameless match that generates heat but no light. The National Geographic Society notes the device uses chemical heat without illumination, marking a notable advance in safety and energy research.

The National Geographic Society

Polio Fund Dance Night Draws Middletown Crowd

A large turnout is expected tonight for six dances at Middletown's President's Ball to support the March of Dimes polio fund. Middletonians will dance across venues with Johnny Salmon, Eddie Roe, Tune Masters, Pete Jones, Herb Spade, Liley Dennis and the Melody Pals, and other bands providing entertainment at Manchester Hotel, American Legion, Knights of Columbus, Eagles, Moose, and Veterans of Foreign Wars halls.

Middletown Manchester Hotel Johnny Salmon American Legion Eddie Roe Jackie Withrow Knights of Columbus Hall Pete Jones The Eagles Herb Spade Moose Veterans of Foreign Wars Hal Liley Dennis Melody Pals

Friendship Circle Nazarenes Meet at Day Home

Friendship Circle of the Nazarene Church met last evening at Mr and Mrs William Days Roselawn. The group opened with the Lord s Prayer and scripture read by Rev M E Clay. A bake sale followed the business meeting to fund the building. Lunch served to 14 members.

Central Lakeside Meets at Mrs Smith Home

Central Lakeside of the First Presbyterian Church gathered yesterday at the home of Mrs P B Smith on Young Street. The regular business session was held and the Japan study completed. A discussion followed with refreshments served.

First Presbyterian Church P. B. Smith Young St Japan

Vicksburg Circle G A R Elects Delegates and Installs Officers

The Vicksburg Circle Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic met Friday in the Civic Auditorium with Mrs. Law rence Dugan presiding. Delegates to the Ohio encampment in Akron on June 1 were chosen: Mrs. John Smith and Mrs. Anna Brothers, with alternates Mrs. Allen Gravenstein and Mrs. Maude Vogelsang. Nine officers were installed by Mrs. Clark Brothers Sr, including Mrs. Dugan as president and Mrs. Allen Gravenstein Sr as chaplain. Mrs. Maude Vogelsang as patriotic instructor. Mrs. John Smith as conductor. Mrs. Ida Morningstar as guard.

Vicksburg Circle Grand Army of the Republic Civic Auditorium Lawrence Dugan Department of Ohio Akron John Smith Anna Brothers Allen Gravenstein Maude Vogelsang Clark Brothers Sr Allen Gravenstein Sr Ida Morningstar

Birthday party honors Ladies Auxiliary members

The Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars held their monthly birthday party at the hall. A lunch followed and bingo dominated the evening. Honorees were Mrs. Ray Phillins, Mrs. Norma Rhoads, and Mrs Harold Mullen with many members present and a new candidate introduced, Mrs Gordon Pence.

Veterans of Foreign War Ray Phillins Norma Rhoads Harold Mullen Charles Hixon Porter Dennis Edgar Thompson Sam Warmouth Tom Adams Hazel Hopper Vance Hamilton Sarah Miller Art Willinghoff Far Shea Larry Wardrow Ray Phillips Charles Wells Donald Bolden Trene Williams Bill Dickerson Gordon Pence

Highland Circle Church Women Meet for Book Review

Twenty two members of the Highland Circle at the First Presbyterian Church gathered at Mrs. Anna Zurmahr home on Fleming Rd for a business meeting. Mrs. Wade Miller presented a Japan book review and spoke on costume jewelry. Refreshments were served by the hostess and assistants Mrs. Harry Compton and Mrs. Will Huntzinger.

Highland Circle First Presbyterian Church Anna Zurmahr Fleming Rd Wade Miller Japan Harry Compton Will Huntzinger

16 Members Revealed by Hostess and Assistant

The report lists 16 members by the hostess and her assistant, Mrs. Robert Ben ner, highlighting the group’s composition and roles in the event.

Robert Benner

Gar Wood's Suit Against Former Secretary Dismissed

Miami AP Millionaire Gar Wood's 125000 suit against former secretary Violet Bellous and co defendant C M Bellous Sr was dismissed after an amicable settlement. The order states Wood received the house and furnishings plus four bonds as part of the settlement and the receiver to return yacht Bolero to Bellous Sr. Wood must pay 2000 receiver fees and 800 expenses.

Miami Fla Doortoman Gar Wood Violet Sanderson Bellous George E. Holt Detroit Wood Bellous Louie Bandel C. M. Bellows Sr. Wood

Two Women Involve Ex Mrs Babcock Funeral Details

Two women discussed the late ex Mrs Babcock and a returned wedding ring as debate over marital status grew. State Department cautions noted potential incident from Germany while at Arlington Cemetery Col Williamson oversaw arrangements and clarified flag rights for the widow and a British counterpart.

Arlington Cemetery Col R. J. Williamson Williamson Berlin

Boy survives fall from four stories in Hong Kong

An eight year old Port uguese named T. Larcina fell from a four story roof in Hong Kong. He was found unconscious but revived with no injuries after quick medical aid. The report notes popcorn production in four midwestern states Iowa Illinois Indiana and Ohio accounts for about two thirds of the U S supply.

Hong Kong T. Larcina Iowa Illinois Indiana Ohio America

Breen Defends Hoover Report Proposals in Congress

Ohio Congressman Edward Breen of the Third District states he will seriously consider all Hoover Commission based legislation. He notes he has supported all commission recommendations so far while seeking full debate on issues. He opposes merging VA medical activities into a single administration that could harm disabled World War I and II veterans.

Edward Breen Ohio Hoover Commission Breen Montgomery Butler Preble Veterans’ Administration United Medical Administration

Ginny Simms Seeks Divorce From Hyatt Dehn

Santa Monica California AP Ginny Simms filed for divorce from Hyatt R Dehn citing incompatible temperaments. She waives alimony and support and a January 18 property settlement includes custody with Dehn right of visitation. The couple, married in 1945, include two sons Conrad Ivins Dehn born yesterday and David Martin aged three.

Santa Monica Cal Ginny Simms Hyatt R Conrad Ivins Dehn Dehns David Martin Miss Simms

Radio Programs Ep M 500 True or False

Program listing shows a 5a30 barbershop quartet on WLW 700 and WSAI 1360. Mentions Opera with Sidney Walton and Jean Shepherd News, Woodard appears in the lineup.

Challenge of the Y and Chandu the Magician

Local listings feature a mix of stage acts with Chandu the magician Hernie and his band Hollywood USA News Dave Stephens notes. Sports and variety items include CHS facing St Xavier, plus musical acts by Vaughn Monroe and Gene Autry in a packed schedule.

WLW Cincinnati Red Barber Lucky Pup Bargy Herb Shriner Paul Whitman WKRC Bargie Ken Murray Ed Wynn Laurel & Hardy WCPO Bill Dawes al Lewis Xavier

Appointment of Glass Estate Adminstratrix in Butler Co

Notice announces Ola L. Glass of 1337 Garfield St Middletown Ohio appointed as administratrix of the estate of James F Glass deceased in Butler County. Creditors must file claims within four months or be barred. Probate Judge Oscar R Leiser signed January 12 with HB Finkelman attorney.

James F. Glass Ola L. Glass Garfield St Middletown Ohio Butler County Oscar R. Leiser Said County

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