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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1973
Page
2
Franklin school board approved a 1974 general fund budget totaling 3,745,200 with receipts estimated at 3,694,852 and a carryover around 55,000 to balance. The biggest receipts increase comes from the state foundation program at 2,242,112. The board also adopted work calendars for non teaching employees under a new hourly pay basis.
Two people were hurt in a two car crash on Ohio 122 at Dixie Highway yesterday afternoon. Elizabeth Henderson, 64, of 4208 Central Ave., and Hayes Johnson, 74, of 165 W. Mill St. Springboro, were treated at Middletown Hospital and released. Johnson, driving east, turned left onto Dixie into Henderson’s westbound car and was cited for failure to yield.
Mrs. Katherine Wireman of 1705 Johns Read reported a break-in at the Middletown Area Senior Citizens Center at 1905 Columbia Ave. Loss included a $200 radio and about $50 in coffee-fund money. ROBERT BROWN of 605 Curtis St. reported a break-in at his business with unknown loss.
Miss Pat Douglas of Catalina Mobile Home Park says a 24-year-old Middletown man forced entry by tearing a night latch from her door then struck her in the face and head when she refused his advances. Deputies advised filing assault and battery charges in Middletown Municipal Court.
Dr. Garrett Boone the Butler County coroner has not ruled the cause of death for 33 year old James Long of 6050 Fields Ertel Road who drowned in his backyard pool Tuesday night. Long was swimming with his sister when he sank after completing four lengths of the 50 foot pool. His wife brother in law and father in law attempted revival efforts.
The Valley View School Board accepted Monroe Heating and Columbus Heating bid for converting Farmersville Elementary from coal to oil firing at 44 500, after disputes over parts pricing. The board also approved Cincinnati Flooring for gym refinishing at Valley View Middle and tentatively agreed on high school gym repairs. Charles Bowman hired as high school custodian.
Robert Housh will lead the 1973 YMCA membership campaign starting September 5. As Armco Steel maintenance superintendent, he will oversee volunteers renewing and recruiting members for YMCA activities, youth programs, and adult fitness in Middletown area.
A note explains that acid is slang for drugs that induce hallucinations and delusions. It clarifies the term’s use in reference to certain controlled substances and related experiences reported by users.
Hamilton. Monroe Mayor Gordon Reed and the police dispute resumes as Butler County Common Pleas Judge Fred B. Cramer grants a continuance. Acting Police Chief Kenneth Cobb seeks appointment, with a restraining order blocking Reed from firing Cobb remaining in effect. Cobb says he has served three years as acting chief. council says only Reed can appoint and must confirm.
The YMCA adds a fifth Tiny Tot swim class for children aged 1 to 4 after all four sessions filled. Fred Cooper says the 11:15 to 12 a.m. class runs on four consecutive Tuesdays starting July 24. each child requires an accompanying adult and registration is at the main desk.
At 7:53 p.m. Mrs Pauline Stacy 44 of U S Hotel was ill and taken to Middletown Hospital by ambulance. At 9:37 p.m. Claude Jackson 21 of 407 Weaver Ave was ill and also treated at hospital. At 2:47 a.m. David Cretors 25 of 931 Lafayette Ave suffered body injuries and was treated and released.
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