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Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1950

Page

5

Hospital Work Charge Denial Generated by Welfare Director

Ohio welfare chief John H M Lamneck denied a statewide practice of inmates doing private paid work. He said if such private projects were common in state hospitals the practice would stop. The probe followed a Massillon State Hospital incident where Supt Arthur G Hye, 72, suffered a heart attack during a reprimand of an inmate worker.

Columbus John HM. Lamneck Lamneck Massillon Arthur G. Hye

Relief Costs Show Decrease in Middletown June

Miss Helen Davis of the Family Service Bureau reported June relief costs totaled 5013.71, down from the prior year. The bureau handled 177 cases in June with 19 closed, leaving 108 for July and 29 new relief applications, 15 approved.

Middletown We Simlar Helen Davis Family Service Bureau Davia Bureau Fed

Ohio fish study commission wraps two week tour

Sen. Frank Ford chairing the Sandusky Bay fish study commission says a two week series of meetings and inspections by the joint Senate House panel will complete its fact finding tour of the bay. The Columbus AP report notes the commission has conducted hearings and field visits to assess conditions and possible actions.

Columbus Ohio Sandusky Bay Frank Ford D-Franklin Senate House Group Commission

District Legion Meets Sunday for Convention Highlights

District Four of the Ohio Legion plans its annual convention with officers and delegates from Warren, Butler, and Hamilton counties. Edward W Portsmouth says fried chicken dinner will be a highlight as new district and department officers and committees are elected. Charles Merchant and Portsmouth oversee arrangements.

Ohio Legion Legion Edward W Portsmouth Warren Butler Hamil Charles Merchant Portsmouth

Epileptic jailed five months before trial in Dayton

Prosecutor Mathias Heck disclosed Edward Delaney of Dayton, jailed five months in Montgomery County for operating a vehicle without the owner's consent, was held while an epilepsy condition went undetected. Heck ordered a census count system to prevent recurrence as the docket crowded. Delaney was released Saturday after unable to post bond, and Heck said efforts would be made to dispose of the case promptly.

Dayton Mathias Heck Montgomery County Heck Cdutor Edward Delaney

Heart Painter Falls From Ladder in Tiffin Tragedy

In Tiffin Ohio an accident on a construction site killed 47 year old Honard A Wolfe when he toppled from a five foot ladder. Physicians attributed death to a heart attack at the scene. Survived by son Clifford of Lima and his widow.

Elk Members Begin Meet in Downtown Miami

Downtown Miami hosts the annual Elk convention with about 2,500 attendees. Delegates discuss commission reports and committee findings while Biscayne Bay and Ohio River history themes appear in displays.

ELK Miami Biscayne Borie Paim Indiana

June Fire Loss Totals Four Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty Two

Fire department reported seventeen alarms in June with fires confined to residences yards automobiles and various buildings. Causes included matches careless smoking defective wiring and open flames. All pumps tested and motors tuned. emergency responses totaled seven.

Linge Ey Conten

Bank Getting Face Lifting

The First National Bank is undergoing a face lifting with cleaning of the interior and exterior surfaces. Officials expect the building to look like new when the job is completed.

First National Bank

Voice of Broadway on drama, romance, and cinema legends

The passage critiques older film scenes and star interactions from Mae Clarke to Carole Lombard, noting famous moments like a grapefruit gag in Public Enemy and broad shifts in screen heroism. It highlights evolving stage and screen craft, with references to actors and dramatic devices across Hollywood history.

Jimmy Fredric March Janet Geyner Mr. March Carole Lombard Dick Widmark

Truman to name new Atomic Energy Commission head soon

The White House indicated yesterday that President Truman will likely appoint a new chairman for the Atomic Energy Commission within the next few days. The move follows the previous leadership and aims to continue the administration’s control of atomic policy.

APC Washington Truman Atomic Energy Commission White House

Allocation Looms For Steelmakers

The Iron Age reports looming allocations for steelmakers as government orders and civilian demand affect production. Industry officials warn of belt tightening and potential shortages while mills run near capacity and scrap markets show volatility.

Two Men Injured In Auto Accident Near Piqua

In a State Route 25 wreck one mile north of Piqua Johan Baker of Lime was seriously injured when a motorcycle and a car collided. Clarence Neads of Piqua, driver of the auto, fled the scene and was later arrested. Charles Polling of Piqua, a passenger, had two fingers severed from his left hand and suffered multiple bruises as the patrol notes Neads lost control and the car struck the motorcycle.

PIQUA Johan Baker Lime State Highway Patrol Clarence Neads Ato Neate Charlier Polling Miqua Eard Newds

Washington Society Portraits and Garden Party Reflections

A Washington scene describes portraits of two teens on elegant lawns with roses, strawberries and cream, and conversations of diplomats and socialites. The day, noted as one of Washington's loveliest, features Mrs Dwight Davis hosting a granddaughter, sophisticated decor by Sheila Morton Smith, and a garden party with geraniums, red striped umbrellas, and simple fare as society circles mingle.

Brannan Dwight Davis Sheila Morton Smith Pauline Devise Washington Gwen

Butler County Divorce Deals and Estate Matters

The Butler County court docket includes a string of divorce petitions and related actions. Cases name Mietret McPeen versus Leonard McPeen and Marilyn Burkhardt seeking divorce, alimony, and property issues, with various parties in Middletown and Hamilton. The docket lists wills from Mary Trinity Church, a Middletown estate valued around 64 518.92, and the First National Bank of Middletown as executor, with details on bequests and real estate.

Marion City Seeks Emergency Aid After Overtime Payment Issue

Marion AP reports a city emergency measure approved to cover overtime payments after a theft incident disrupted services. The move aims to stabilize payroll and ensure continued operations within the first hour of the incident response.

Marion Maerion City Peoterdey

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