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Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1966

Page

11

Trenton Sesquicentennial Attacked by Rain Delays Rides

Showers delayed rides and booths for Trenton's Sesquicentennial after late equipment from Indiana. A barber shop chorus performed under umbrellas as a brief rainstorm cooled crowds. Youth parades, a Miss Trenton contest and a Rogues concert with an auction were planned for today and tomorrow.

Jim Guthrie Trenton Middletown der Platform Razor's Edge Barber Shop Bernie Melloh Sesquicentennial Indiana

14 year old Clarksville boy killed in bicycle crash

James Roger Combs 14 died at 11 50 p m when his bicycle entered Harvey sburg Road from a private drive 2 8 miles south of Ft 73 into a northbound car driven by Rev Lester R Kidd 53 of Xenia The Warren County Sheriff s deputies said the youth was knocked from his bike over the car hood and through the windshield The accident near the boy s home marked Warren County s fifth traffic fatality of the year Survivors include his parents Mr and Mrs Howard Combs and brother Howard Jr The body to be taken to Kentucky for services and burial Friends may call at Stubbs Funeral Home Waynesville tomorrow afternoon and evening.

Clarksville Harveysburg Road Ft. 73 James Roger Combs Warren County Lester R. Kidd Xenia Sheriff's Deputies W. E. Miller Kentucky Stubbs Waynesville

Franklin youths in grand larceny cases face court date

Two Franklin youths, charged with grand larceny in eight burglaries, had their cases continued to June 24 in municipal court. A 17 year old also faces grand larceny charges and is in custody with his mother. Items like ammunition and military gear were recovered from a basement. Authorities say all three graduated from Franklin High School this year.

Franklin Larry Presley Allen St Charles Swartz Union Road Franklin High School Warren County Sheriff's Deputies

Extra Chuckle Laugh and World Laughs With You Phrase

A witty line notes that shared humor amplifies reach while a somber mood can dampen sales. The quip suggests comedians and entertainers may profit from audience mood swings and timing.

Roosevelt Avenue Thoroughfare Work Begins in City

The $6.5 million road program moved forward as the city named B D Morgan Co the low bidder for a Roosevelt Avenue segment from Lopane Terrace to Highland Street. The $51 163.40 bid came with a 120 day completion requirement while the project is part of a multi year plan including Breiel Boulevard University Boulevard and a railroad overpass near Crawford Street. Commissioners granted a nine day extension on nearby street openings due to heavy spring rains.

Jim Bohman Roosevelt Avenue Lopane Terrace Highland Street B. D. Morgan Co Crawford Street First Avenue Miami Avenue University Boulevard N. Verity Parkway Roosevelt Kothe Morgan Kensington Street Euclid Street Park Drive

Flag Day Observance Sees Flags Hoisted Across Area

Old Glory received special treatment as hundreds of American flags were raised today across the region. Flags flew on tall poles and on home staffs, marking the annual day of honor for the flag in a ceremonial display.

Weith

City Commission Okays Planned Development Zoning Change

In a brief session the City Commission gave second reading to a planned development ordinance to allow approved apartment and medical buildings in select residential areas. Public hearings will occur for each development. planning commission would oversee density and site specifics. East End street repairs proceed with sewer project dust and pothole complaints addressed by contractors. new building activity includes No. 5 fire station work and staffing changes.

East End Board of Zoning Appeals Planning Commission City Commission Carl M. Dopps Department of Community Development University of Cincinnati Cincinnati Coals Dopps Middletown Bill Gill Beckett Plumbing & Heating Co No. 5

City safety program cuts Workmen's Comp costs

Middletown officials announced Safety Week as Workmen's Compensation costs drop to 19 219.76 dollars this year, down from 25 509.64 in 1956. City Manager Dan Kothe cited safety, employee suggestions, and consultants Watson Hill Co. as key factors. The city also proclaimed Safety Week June 13–19 and Charles Ingram Day June 19, while honoring fallen police and fire personnel.

Dan Kothe Kothe Ohio Middletown Ohio Cities Charles Ingram Marvin Shane Middletown Safety Council Jake Seibold John Fitzgerald Paul Fouts Claude Snelling Division of Fire Ingram

Howerton condemns Supreme Court ruling on suspect interrogation

Police officials from across the country criticize a ruling that police cannot interrogate a suspect who indicates he does not wish to be questioned. Howerton, Gar land Chief Ashley, and Washoe Sheriff Young argue the decision weakens law enforcement and endangers public safety, with quotes condemning the court and its impact on confessions.

Middleown James Howerton Supreme Court Howerton America Henry C. Ashley Garland Tex Texas Police Association Odessa Reno Nev Washoe County C. W. Young

Second Bogus $20 Bill Passed in Middletown Area

Detectives report a counterfeit $20 bill with serial D-70211563-B found at the Sohio Service Station at N Verity Parkway and Titus Avenue. The same serial number appeared on bills passed in Middletown and Butler County since Saturday, with a separate $20 bill C-13236339-A handed at a local bar Saturday night.

Middletown Sohio N. Verity Parkway Tytus Avenue Butler County

Wrong Name Given In Injury Report At Fenwick High

The Journal corrects the injured man in a Fenwick High School accident. Edward Penny, 51, of 2800 Armco Drive was injured, not Edward Pinning of 2800 Ardmore Drive as previously reported. Penny was hurt when he fell in a basement window well at the school on Sunday.

Fenwick High School Edward Penny Armco Drive Edward Pinning Ardmore Drive Penny

Zoning Hearings Set For Peastown Area

Butler County commissioners schedule June 28 public hearings on two zoning change petitions in Peasttown. Lottie Barnes seeks agricultural and residential to light industrial zoning for land east of Peasttown School. A second hearing for land adjacent to the Barnes tract is set for 11:15 a.m.

Hamilton Butler County Peasttown Lottie Barnes Peasttown School

Playground Program Starts Here Tomorrow

Between 3,500 and 4,000 children ages five to 15 are expected to take part in summer playground programs beginning tomorrow at 19 parks and schools. Activities include crafts bowling tennis weekly tournaments in volleyball softball hockey and carom with Sparky fire prevention programs as a feature. Registration in their areas is required at the park or school.

Department of Parks and Recreation Armco Avalon Barnitz Douglas Flemming Gardner Goldman Jacot Meadowlawn Miami Michigan Sunset Parks Creekview Wilson Lincoln Maple Park Sherman Spring Hill Doty House Wildwood David Ballard

Golden Agers Party Plans 27 Member Anniversary Bash

The Golden Agers group will celebrate the anniversaries and birthdays of 27 members tomorrow at 1 30 p m at the Town House. Edna Grubbs, 84, is noted as the oldest member with Ed Roun serving as club president.

Golden Agers Edna Grubbs Ed Roun

Lions To See Film Cleveland Browns High Lights 1965

Middletown Lions Club will view a film titled Cleveland Browns High lights 1965 at their noon meeting Thursday. Art Dorenbusch is in charge of the program at the Manchester Motor Inn.

Cleveland Browns Middletown Lions Club Manchester Motor Inn Art Dorenbusch

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