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Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1948

Page

2

Mrs. Gilmore Taken by Death in Middletown Community

Helen DuErmit Gilmore 54 died yesterday at 10 35 p m at the home of Richard Crowe on Michael Rd where she was employed Funeral services set for 9 am Tuesday at St John s Church burial in St Peter and Paul s Cemetery Reading Ohio Survived by son John Lester father J F DuErmit sister LeRoy Bailey brothers J Warren DuErmit H Edward DuErmit and J Les DuErmit She had been a Hazelwood Ohio native and longtime Middletown resident Former Woolworth employee.

Helen DuErmit Gilmore Richard Crowe Michael Rd Hazelwood Hamilton County Middletown Hodly Trinity School St. John’s Church F. W. Woolworth John Lester J. F. DuErmit Hamilton LeRoy Bailey la Mesa Calif J. Warren DuErmit Julian H. Edward DuErmit Lebanon J. Les DuErmit Aberdeen Dr the Journal St. Peter and Paul's Reading Ohio McCoy-Leffler

Pallbearers named for Pvt Richard Shade of Middletown

Pallbearers chosen from Shade’s boyhood circle include six active and four honorary names. Services set for Monday at United Brethren Church with Legion military rites at Woodside Cemetery World War II memorial area. Shade died in the Battle of the Bulge January 7 1945 at age eighteen weeks after graduating Middletown High School class of 1944.

Richard C. Shade Riggs Charles Klickner J. Holman Jack Cummings Harold McGraw William Worman Glen Woodward Arnold Rollman George McChesney Richard Marvin Monroe E. R. Turner United Brethren Church Legion Post Woodside Cemetery Pvt Shade Middletown High School

William N Selig a Pioneer in Early Film Industry

William N Selig, 84, pioneer film industry leader and president of the Selig Polyscope Company, produced its first commercial film in 1909 and invented film photography devices. Born in Chicago.

Hollywood William N. Selic Selig Polyscope Company Chicago

Wayne County Oats Crop Could Set County Record

County Agent George A. Dustman says Wayne County oats yield may reach a new county record, estimating 1.5 to 1.75 million bushels with 1.75 million as the high target.

Wooster, O Wayne County George A. Dustman

Tool Firm Sold Conneaut C

The Burke Machine Tool Company is sold to Cincinnati interests announced by President Harry Rockwell. Lou Goldsmith will become the new president.

Conneaut. C Burke Machine Tool Company Cincinnati Harry Rockwell Louis Goldsmith

Councilman Sidney E. Anderson Dies in Portsmouth

Sidney E. Anderson a 65 year old city councilman here since January died yesterday in Portsmouth as AP reports. The longtime local official served on the city council and was known for community work.

Portsmouth Sidney E. Anderson

Hong Kong name meaning sweet stream and fragrant port

The name Hong Kong comes from two Chinese characters that translate to sweet stream and fragrant port. This etymology reflects the area's historic geographic and trading significance.

Hong Kong

Winners Announced in Doll Parade at Rarnitz Field

Dolls large and small paraded at Rarnitz Field as girls and silent playmates shared their showcase. Judges cast votes for Baby dolls Eleanor Daley Jane Dorenbusch Linda Egelston. Large dolls Sandra Minor Peggy Ann Rybolt Gloria Dennis. Antique Carolyn Murphy Susan Wilkin Barbara Baker. Small Barbara Edwards Sharon Mills Eleanor Daley. Storybook Susan Caldwell Susan Bennett Linda Egelston. and more. Linda Sue Heck's Hallmark dolls stood out as a class by themselves.

Rarnitz Field Sandra Minor Peggy Ann Rybolt Gloria Dennis Carolyn Murphy Susan Wilkin Barbara Baker Barbara Edwards Sharon Mills Eleanor Daley Susan Caldwell Susan Bennett Linda Egelston Kay Adams Marilyn Frye Nancy Hannah Ann Foutz Catherine Schneider Linda Sue Heck Hallmark

Five Local Scouts to Earn First Three Ranks at Court of Honor

Five Boy Scouts expected to advance to Star, Life, and Eagle ranks at a Court of Honor on Wednesday July 28. Richard Dieterly and Bob Baker receive Star. Robert Moore and Don Pearson attain Life. Robert Moore of Troop 11 aims for Eagle with national approval. Board of Review at Camp Hook approved applications. C. M. Shera to preside.

Court of Honor Richard Dieterly Bob Baker Robert Moore Don Pearson Moore National New York City Board of Review Camp Hook C. M. Shera

Auto Accident Fatalities Reach New Castle Hospital

Mrs. Orvilla Altman 175 of Mansfield Ohio died in New Castle hospital from injuries after a head on collision on Monday afternoon. Her husband Grant Altman 79 is hospitalized with possible fractures. The driver said he dozed and was fined 13 dollars 50 cents for failing to yield half the road.

New Castle Orvilla Altman Mansfield New Castle Hospital Grant Altman Altman William Steiner Butler Highway New Castle City Line

Youth shot self in forearm at uncle's farm

Donovan Whitt 18 of Hamilton Route 2 was treated at Middletown Hospital after injuring his left forearm with a .22 revolver in an accident. He told detectives the incident occurred on his uncle's farm yesterday afternoon.

Hamilton Middletown Hospital Donovan Whitt

Local man arrested for drunken driving in city

Harvey Brinegar aged 24 of 1702 Glenn Avenue was arrested at 2 45 a m today at the intersection of Central Avenue and Baltimore Street for driving while intoxicated.

Harvey Brinegar Glenn Ave Central Ave Baltimore St

Thief Steals $145 From Earl Wilson at Residence

A burglar entered Earl Wilson's bedroom at 2018 Wayne Avenue last night and took $145 from his trousers. In his rush to flee, the thief dropped a single dollar bill near the scene.

Earl Wilson Wayne Ave Wilson

Tempers Flare as Warm Weather Prescribes Quiet

Mitchell Brooks of 2010 Linden Ave and M. A. Mack of 118 Moore St were involved in a morning disturbance. Police urged Brooks to stop playing his guitar at 4 a.m. and asked Mack to move tomato stakes after 6 a.m.

Mitchell Brooks Linden Ave M. A. Mack Moore St Brooks Mack

How the New Testament Came into Existence and Its Authors

The Apostles preached before writing. Matthew wrote to Jews in Palestine then Greek readers. Mark for Rome. Luke to Theophilus with two books on Christ and the Church's spread. Paul, Peter, Jude, James sent letters to early churches. John, in exile on Patmos, wrote Revelation and a Gospel.

Christ St. Matthew Palestine St. Mark St. Peter Rome St. Luke St. Paul Theophilus Bethlehem Heaven St. Jude St. James St. John Our Lord Isle of Patmos Jesus Christ the Son of God

What Is Meant by the Capital Sins

The Capital Sins are seven vices Pride covetousness lust anger gluttony envy and sloth. They are not necessarily the worst sins and are opposed by seven virtues Humility generosity chastity kindness temperance brotherly love and diligence.

The Legion of Mary P. O Middletown Ohio

Chautauqua Hosts Singing Groups Parade of SPEBSQSA Quartets

At Chautauqua tonight a parade of SPEBSQSA quartets will feature George Campbell of Cincinnati a former Army community sings leader on the program Milton Johnson acts as master of ceremonies for the 8 p.m. program. Fifteen Miami Valley quartets are expected to perform before a large audience.

Spebsqsa Chautauqua George Campbell Cincinnati Army Miami Valley Milton Johnson

Gubernatorial candidates set for Warren homecoming

In Warren Ohio the annual Hub bard homecoming will host two contenders for governor. Republican incumbent Thomas J. Herbert and Democrat former governor Frank J. Lausche attend the event.

Democracy's Defense Use by Whitney at Antioch

Professor Norman J. Whitney of Syracuse University argues democracy is the United States' best defense against Communism, urging a dynamic democracy and active practice at the fifth annual Institute on Internal Affairs closing at Antioch College.

Yellow Springs United States Norman JJ. Whitney Syracuse University Institute Whitney Antioch College

Butler County Court News and Probate Filings

Neglect is alleged in the Mary Elizabeth Spencer petition for decree custody and alimony in Common Pleas Court against Bennie Verlin Spencer. Spouse history includes marriage May 28 1935, divorce April 1 1946, remarriage April 1 1947. Will of Arnold Brunner probate directs $2500 realty to widow Anna S. Brunner with executrix nomination. signed November 3 1930, witnessed by Robert J. Shank Horace C. Shank Hallie Garrett. testator died June 27. Flora M Neill estate probate leaves to widower Robert Neill. will signed January 10 1931, witnesses B Vincent Pater and Clem Pater Jr.

Mary Elizabeth Spencer Oxford State Rd Middletown Common Pleas Court Bennie Verlin Spencer Highland Ave Mayfield Arnold Brunner Hamilton Anna S. Brunner Robert J. Shank Horace C. Shank Hallie Garrett Flora M. Neill Robert Neill B. Vincent Pater Clem Pater, Jr

Giani Divorce Petition Seeks Alimony Custody

Sybil Giani age 18 files in Common Pleas Court through aunt Bertie Anderson of Hamilton seeking divorce alimony and custody of their sons from Marion Giani age 19 whom she accuses of neglect. The couple wed June 1 1946 in Covington Kentucky.

Sybil Giani Common Pleas Court Bertie Anderson Hamilton Marion Giani Covington

Riddle Seeks Divorce Alimony Custody in Hamilton Court

Vivian Elizabeth Riddle of Hamilton sues David Riddle in Common Pleas Court alleging neglect in the 1934 Portsmouth marriage. She seeks divorce alimony and custody of their five children.

Vivian Elizabeth Riddle Hamilton Common Pleas Court David Riddle Portsmouth

Schick alimony petition filed in Common Pleas Court

Rosemary Schick of Hamilton files for alimony against Robert Schick in Common Pleas Court alleging neglect cruelty and refusal to work steadily. The couple married August 9 1946 in Covington Kentucky and have a son.

Common Pleas Court Rosemary Schick Hamilton Robert Schick Covington

McMahan Divorce Suit Alleges Neglect in Hamilton

Gladys McMahan of Hamilton sues Byron Mc Mahan in Common Pleas Court for divorce alleging neglect and cruelty. She seeks equitable division of marital holdings including realty. Hearing set for February 8, 1936 in Brookville Indiana.

Gladys McMahan Hamilton Common Pleas Court Byron McMahan Equitable Division Brookville Ind

Will of Guy Morgan filed for probate in Midletown

The will of Guy Morgan who died June 24 directs estate to his wife Carrie with equal shares to sons and daughters if she predeceased him. Named heirs include Sarah Snethen, Louise Morgan Baker, Robert H. Morgan, Richard G. Morgan, and Irene Lane. Robert H. Morgan seeks appointment as executor. Will signed January 25, 1939 with witnesses B. F. Hurwitz and Elliott D. Levey.

Guy Morgan Middletown Carrie Sarah Snethen Louise Morgan Baker Robert H. Morgan Richard G. Morgan Irene Lane B. F. Hurwitz Elliott D. Levey

Vernon Clemons Appointed Estate Administrator

Vernon Clemons, widower, was appointed to administer the estate of Martha Clemons of Oxford who died on July 8.

Vernon Clemons Martha Clemons Oxford

Administrator named in Sullivan estate

Clem F. Imfeld was named administrator with will annexed in the estate of Mary Jane Sul livan of Middletown who died in October 1947. The estate was estimated at 2500 dollars.

Clem F. Imfeld Mary Jane Sullivan Middletown

Divorce petition filed in Common Pleas Court

Gertrude Muncie Witham through her mother Maggie Muncie of Hamilton sues Joseph Allen Witham for divorce alimony and custody of their son alleging neglect.

Common Pleas Court Gertrude Muncie Witham Maggie Muncie Hamilton Joseph Allen Witham

Peggy Yannella named administratrix in Yannella estate

Peggy Agnes Yannella appointed administratrix for the estate of James Charles Yannella of Middletown. The estate is estimated to include two dollars in personal property. James Charles Yannella died on June 22.

Peggy Agnes Yannella James Charles Yannella Middletown

Will of Emma C Duncan upheld by Common Pleas Court

A jury in Common Pleas Court under Judge Fred B. Cramer upheld the will of Emma C. Duncan of Hamilton. The decision followed a petition by Roy Duncan and others against Carl Huber and others challenging the will.

Common Pleas Fred B. Cramer Emma C. Duncan Hamilton Roy Duncan Carl Huber

Divorces Granted in Common Pleas Court for Callahan Jentry

Judge P. P. Boll grants Mamie L. Callahan Jentry of Hamilton a divorce from William C. Jentry for neglect. Alimony awarded amounts to $1,000.

P. P. Boll Common Pleas Court Mamie L. Callahan Jentry Hamilton William C. Jentry

American trailer made into royal palace for Ethiopian duke

A Chicago firm announced shipment of a luxury mobile home to His Imperial Highness the Duke of Harar son of Ethiopia's Haile Selassie The deluxe model features a kitchen living room indirect lighting and a glassed in shower stall.

Chicago Duke of Harar Ethiopia Haille Selassie

Crosley Motors to Buy Five-Story Factory in North Fairmount

Cincinnati AP reports Crosley Motors, Inc. announced the purchase of a five-story factory building in the North Fairmount section, signaling expansion.

Cincinnati Crosley Motors, Inc Fairmount

Polio death marks Cincinnati's first 1948 case

Health Commissioner Carl A. Wilzbach reported Priscilla Perin aged 21 months died at General Hospital in Cincinnati marking the city's first polio death of 1948. The Covington girl died yesterday at the hospital.

Cincinnati Carl A. Wilzbach Priscilla Perin Covington General Hospital

Brevoort Hotel to Close July 31 Over Safety Upgrades

The century old Brevoort Hotel in New York will shutter on July 31 as it cannot meet current fire safety laws. Once a Greenwich Village nexus for writers and artists it hosted visiting nobility and statesmen.

New York Greenwich Village

Javits to Seek Flanders Aid in Meat Rationing Bill

New York congressman Jacob K. Javits says he will ask Senator Robert E. Flanders to co sponsor a meat rationing bill at the special session convened by President Truman for July 26.

New York Jacob K. Javits R-Ny Robert E. Flanders R-Vi Congress Truman

U S Army transport General Callan arrives in Trieste

The General Callan docked in Trieste today with an undisclosed number of replacements for U S forces stationed there.

Trieste U. S Callan

Disastrous 36-Hour Soviet Strike After Togliatti Wounding

The Soviet Union faces a 36 hour general strike starting Wednesday following the wounding of Communist leader Palmiro Togliatti. Togliatti, treated with American penicillin, is reported to be holding his own at Rome’s Polyclinic Hospital. Yugoslavia bans Cominform bulletins attacking Tito, while the latest Cominform bulletin protests the ban and a Serbian edition is suspended. Ana Pauker of Romania calls for liquidation of Tito’s regime as a life and death matter for the Yugoslav Communist Party.

Palmiro Togliatti Togliatti Rome Polyclinic Yugoslavia Cominform Tito Communist Information Bureau Ana Pauker Romania Communist Party

Plant Shuts After Pay Hike Strike At Elyria

Elyria Ohio AP reports 900 CIO United Auto Workers members struck Western Automatic Machine and Screw Company, closing the plant to press for pay raises retroactive to June 1 and a 10 cent hourly increase plus a 5 cent raise from September 1. management reportedly offered about six cents an hour more.

Elyria, O Western Automatic Machine and Screw Company CIO United Automobile Workers

Paramount Bride Goes Wild at Saturday Showings

Paramount presents Bride Goes Wild with Van Johnson and June Allyson with shows at 1 15, 3 15, 5 20, 7 20 and 9 25 p m Saturday Dixie Cruise-In features Devil's Playground with Hopalong Cassidy William Boyd at 8 35 and 11 30 p m Mid night Bell of the Yukon begins 12 35 a m.

Paramount van Johnson June Allyson William Boyd Hopalong Cassidy Bell of

Boys Village Plans Tripling Its Delinquent Youth Population

In Wooster Ohio Dr Clarence E Kerr founder of Boys Village says the home for delinquent boys will expand from 12 to 36 residents. Two new ranch style houses will each shelter twelve youths, supervised by a housemother as part of a family oriented setting similar to Boys Town Nebraska. The 127 acre farm has been purchased and renovated with local support.

Boys Town Nebr

Auto wrecks injure two youths on Yankee Road

A young couple escaped serious injury when their car crashed into a telephone pole on Yankee Road and overturned. Driver Donald Wright 18 and passenger Dinah Lee Debolt 15 were treated for minor cuts and bruises and released. A second crash left Gardner Gividen 24 in serious condition on Route 63 east of Monroe. A separate jeep crash near Mason led to charges against John W. McGinnes for letting a minor drive.

Yankee Rd Donald Wright Middletown Route 3 Dinah Lee Debolt Fernwood Ave Middletown Hospital Gardner Gividen Lebanon Monroe Gividen Charles English, Jr Cincinnati Mason John W. McGinnes Squire Hobart Mercer Maud

Three Killed In Car Wrecks Near Youngstown

A truck carrying five new Chrysler autos crashed 13 miles south of Youngstown. Driver Joseph Ammon, 30, of Plymouth, was killed. Earlier, Paul Batche, 30, of McDonald, died in a head on collision on Route 18 13 miles west. Charles Herrholtz, 32, of Youngstown, died when his car struck a curb and pole near the city’s southern edge.

Youngstown, O Joseph Ammon Plymouth Here Route 165 Paul Batche McDonald Route Charles Herrholtz Youngstown

Barbertown Plant Workers to Get Eight Percent Raise

About 3,800 employees at the Barbertown, Ohio plant of Babcock and Wilcox will receive an eight percent wage boost effective Monday. The rise was approved by a 3 to 1 vote of the union members after acceptance of a Federal Labor offer. The company makes marine and industrial boilers.

Barberton, O Babcock and Wilcox Company Federal

Hearing set on charges against Paddock Club operator

The State Liquor Control Board fixed August 3 as the hearing date for James Blount operator of the Paddock Club at 150 High St. He faces alleged gambling and baseball lottery ticket sales tied to the premises.

Hamilton State Liquor Control Board James Blount High St

Appointment of Administratrix in Estate of Rebecca Lovelace

Stella Wilson of Middletown Ohio has been appointed Administratrix With the Will Annexed of Rebecca Lovelace deceased of Butler County Ohio Creditors must file claims within four months or be barred Dated January 11 1947 OSCAR R LEISER Probate Judge Clinton D Boyd Attorney July 17 24 31

Rebecca Lovelace Stella Wilson Middletown Ohio Butler County Oscar R.leiser Said Clinton D. Boyd

Weather Report Sees Little Change Amid Showers

The forecast notes the pattern of mostly cloudy skies, minimal temperature shifts, and scattered showers in the east. Tonight remains fair with little change, while Sunday brings partly cloudy skies and cooler warmth. Historical highs around 90 and lows near 74 are repeated in the week’s pattern.

Fenders Damaged in Four Auto Accidents Yesterday

Four separate fender benders reported yesterday with no injuries. Mack Maxwell of Middletown said a bicycle rider at First Ave and Main St struck his car, then rode away. Other crashes involved John Jordan, Roy Profitt, Carl Adams, Eddie Herring, Betty Whitaker, Hilbert Martin and Carl Myers with about 50 dollars in damage per incident.

Mack Maxwell Middletown First Ave Main St John Jordan Franklin Roy Profitt Woodlawn Ave Grand Ave Jordan Carl J. Adams Baltimore St Eddie Herring Dayton Calumet Askew Aves Carl N. Myers Betty M. Whitaker Highland Ave Hilbert H. Martin Tytus Ave Crawford St Central Ave Martin

Procter and Gamble Cuts Crisco Price

The Procter and Gamble Company announced a two cent a pound reduction in wholesale Crisco vegetable shortening effective immediately. The move reflects falling costs of vegetable oils used in the product, following a two cent rise on May 8.

Procter and Gamble Crisco Cincinnati Procter and Gamble Company

Armco Workers Expected to Receive Pay Increase

Armco wage talks indicate a pay raise for Armco employees, potentially matching or exceeding the increase announced by U S Steel yesterday. An Armco statement is anticipated, with Elmer Davis of the Armco Employes Independent Federation noting ongoing negotiations and the industry’s high wage position.

Armco U.S. Steel Corporation Armco Steel Corporation Elmer Davis Armco Employes Independent Federation

Court drops charges as Sorrell cited for title issues

Municipal Court withdraws charges against Paul J. Sorrell 20 of 2201 South Ave for failure to issue a car title after complainant Clarence Lacy relayed the claim. Sorrell pays $5 costs. Alfred Kimpton of Deerfield pays $5 costs and is released on a $500 bond on a non support charge of his wife Betty Kimpton.

Paul J. Sorrell South Ave Clarence Lacy Sorrell Alfred Kimpton Deerfield Betty Kimpton

Judge suspends half of fine for man arrested on Route 1

Acting Judge Richard Wilmer reduced a $50 portion of a $100 fine for A. M. Cook, 63, who was arrested June 26 on Franklin Route 1 for allegedly being in control of a car while drinking.

Richard Wilmer Franklin Route 1 A. M. Cook

Two Men Fined Twenty Dollars Each for Drunkenness

Two men were fined twenty dollars each after being charged with drunkenness. The incident reflects local enforcement actions toward public intoxication.

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