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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1973
Page
17
Weather observer C. T. Morningstar notes a downward trend in Middletown monthly rainfall over three months. March to May totals are 5.54, 4.73, 4.45 inches versus last year's 3.15, 5.74, 4.12 inches and 3.61 for June. Year to date precipitation stands at 17.94 inches, near last year’s 16.11 as annual totals run around 40 inches.
Hamilton authorities investigate a U.S. 127 head-on crash that left a Hamilton woman dead and another injured last night. Deputies from Butler County say the crash occurred on the highway corner, and the investigation continues with the survivor and vehicle details under review.
Les DuErmit Middletown Journal mechanical superintendent retires after 56 years with The Journal and its predecessor. John L. Gilmore succeeds him as dent supervisor of equipment. DuErmit’s career began in 1917 and included roles from pressroom to composing and leadership in unions and civic groups.
Graduation at Lemon Monroe High School honors 221 seniors led by principal Donald Altstaetter and speaker Ruth Newcomb who urges graduates to move beyond parental protection into achievement. Five seniors, Deborah Boomstra Debra Deaton Michael Follmer David Kjelby and valedictorian Linda Lamphier, posted GPAs over 4.0 and received long ovations.
Carl Franklin Cook, 42, of 1236 Bauer Road Somerville, was given an indeterminate term after pleading guilty in Butler County Common Pleas Court to assault with a deadly weapon breaking and entering and larceny. The cases involve theft of two sons from his ex wife Wanda Cook and a break in at James Miller home where Miller's son Greg was threatened with a shotgun. All incidents occurred March 11. Judge Robert L. Marrs presided.
A husband recalls a terse marital clash from the night before and quips that he never got to use his own line. The remark carries muted humor as he reflects on the argument with his wife.
Vincent Sisson of Middletown and his sloop Lydia arrived at St George Bermuda after a voyage from Teneriffe with crew David George and George Howe. The 35 foot boat sailed from Falmouth England late last year and is now bound for New York City by July 1.
Armco Steel and six other Ohio coke oven operators had sought a variance from air pollution rules. The Ohio EPA denied the request, saying the timetables were unacceptable. Armco plans hearings, seeks technical meetings, and hopes for a July 1, 1975 deadline or possibly an extended July 1977 deadline in line with other states.
Margaret C Stamper, 34, of 1045 Greenwood Ave, was killed when two cars collided about 10:30 p.m. just north of the Hamilton corporation line. Paul G Clinton, 21, of 1800 Mercy Ave, and Connie Henz, 29, of 831 Greenwood Drive, were listed in fair condition at Mercy Hospital. Deputies cannot determine which woman was driving. witnesses said the car with the two women was weaving and crossed the center line.
Tomorrow marks opening day for Sunset, Douglas and Yankee pools. All three will operate from 1 PM to 9 PM daily through the summer, providing consistent hours for residents and visitors.
A 12 year old David Robinson hopes for a new dog after Peppi the doxen fox terrier mix was killed by a car on May 25. Neighbors offered pups and many contacted the Robinsons at 2020 Linden Ave with offers. Charles E. Robinson said the letter sparked an amazing response and most inquiries came by unlisted phone. William K. Robinson at 2110 Linden Ave reported 14 calls last night and today.
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