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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1955
Page
9
A chef’s exchange on iced fruit drinks as an American invention and methods to make them with sugar dissolved in hot water for sweetness. Includes recipes for Fresh Currantade and Lemon Pineappleade, plus tomorrow’s dinner menu and a blueberry cake recipe with baking and freezing tips.
Dr. Crane recounts a story about Jim Watts who uses a winch to load a dead horse, illustrating how practical judgment differs from pure intellect. The piece shares a joke about a doctor and a mentally confined man, ending with a note that many graduates struggle with home budgeting despite high IQs.
By Jeanne D Arcy the piece argues that wearing glasses need not spoil appearance. It advises choosing flattering frames to maintain glamour and reduce vanity fears about looking older unfashionable or homely.
A columnist notes glasses are practical not glamorous and argues women should avoid squinting as it ages the face. The piece urges readers to cultivate diverse interests and ends with an invitation to write Dr Crane, enclosing stamps and a dime for a psychological chart.
The piece urges buyers to own multiple eyeglass frames to match every outfit. It compares glasses to shoes handbags and hats, noting that color coordination makes frames noticeable and essential.
Practical tips for easing travel with children on summer car journeys. Use surprise packages, new picture books, and rationed snack stops to curb boredom and hunger. Pack a shoe bag of toys, a first aid kit, and simple remedies for minor mishaps to keep families peaceful on the road.
Advice on car travel for families emphasizes keeping kids cool and clean. Pack soapsuds, water, a sponge, and towels in the glove compartment for quick washing. Use cold water on wrists to cool and refresh, dress children in squirm-friendly clothes, and cover shoes with old stockings to keep feet off seats.
A short household tip advises treating oil stains on baby clothes with carbon tetrachloride. Sponge the stain with the chemical then launder the garment promptly to remove mineral oil or liver oil stains.
If your beds are equipped with plastic mattress covers, keep them fresh and clean by sponging with warm soapsuds. Repeat with clear water, and wipe off with a dry cloth.
A brief health note warns that sun can harm hair and suggests wearing a beach hat or kerchief to protect it.
David Weikel of Middletown Ohio is named executor of the estate of Carrie M Weikel deceased late of Madison Township Butler County Ohio. Creditors must file claims within four months or be barred. Dated July 5 1955 Probate Judge Harry F Walsh. Attorney Thomas H Stubbs. July 11 18 25
After washing, hang the mattress pad lengthwise over parallel lines and dry. During drying, reverse its position and shake it vigorously for extra fluffiness.
Nellie B. Sites of Middletown Ohio has been duly appointed Executrix of the estate of John N Sites Sr deceased late of Middletown Butler County Ohio. Dated June 30 1955 Probate Judge Wilmer Wilmer and Wilmer Attorneys notice appears for July 18 25 and August 1.
Case No 28043 Estate of Edward R Schatz deceased Middletown Ohio Mary E Schatz of Middletown Ohio named executrix of the estate dated June 30 1955 Probate Judge Attorneys July 18 25 Aug 1 notice filed for probate actions and deadlines
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