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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1969
Page
5
The Pepperass steam locomotive became the first to climb Mt Washington a century ago inspiring the Mt Washington Cog Railway. President Grant praised the feat and the railway plans to stay in steam as it marks its second century with the new engine Colonel Teague.
Georgetown Ohio plans a six day celebration July 1 through 6 for Brown County seat sesquicentennial titled the town that stole the courthouse. Ulysses S. Grant’s homestead, Thomas L. Hamer grave and historic pageants anchor the events as streets close and a state parade, bands, and fire departments join in the festivities.
Advertisement claims a revolutionary grapefruit diet promises rapid weight loss with no hunger. It boasts dramatic results, lists foods allowed, and hints at a mailed copy upon sending money to an address.
Kane Associates offers a diet plan with an unconditional 2 dollar refund if not losing 7 pounds in 7 days then 6 more in 7 days and 1 percent every two days, with a reminder tearout note urging quick orders before supply runs out.
Ralph Thomas, 33, was ruled sane and able to stand trial on first degree murder arson and assault to kill charges. He allegedly started a gasoline fire March 29 at a residence in Cincinnati fatally injuring Richard Settles 40 and burning Oliver Harris 40 after a quarrel over a woman. Thomas was indicted April 18 with no trial date set.
Houston, the largest city in the region, endures a water shortage as Mayor Louie Welch urges residents in three areas to water lawns on alternate days. A water department spokesman cites defunct wells leaving hundreds with only a trickle. Assistant public works director Robert A. Thompson Jr. says hot weather drives higher lawn sprinkling and peak demand, with some residents unable to run dishwashers or washing machines.
A local retailer promotes layaway with a small deposit to hold a coat. Customers can make small weekly or monthly payments to reduce the balance and there is an option to transfer the layaway.
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