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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1948
Page
2
Ohio World War II veterans lined up as the state's bonus program opened with about 3,000 distribution points. Chester W. Goble said payments will follow a first come first served pattern, with 800,000 eligible for $30 to $400 tax free gifts.
The American Red Cross reports last year disaster relief allocations surpassed 10 million dollars and assistance reached over 300000 victims. Donations to the 1948 Red Cross Fund support ongoing relief efforts.
Mrs Earl B Klein commissioner of the Girl Scout Council will lead the monthly meeting Tuesday at 2 pm in the Civic Association. Discussion will cover progress of the cookie sale and clothing kit projects. Before the meeting the finance committee will review fund raising plans of the troops for approval.
Admiral Byrd said the Navy Antarctic expedition, begun last year, discovered ten new mountain ranges including some of the world’s highest peaks.
Two Lebanon cousins James M. Hoel and Gerald Withrow were injured when Hoel's car pulled into Route 25 Kil es Station Road and was struck by a car driven by James H. Reindollar. Hoel had cuts and bruises Withrow suffered possible internal injuries. A second incident saw James Bell pull in front of Ford L. Meriweather after their collision.
Officers report two vehicles damaged in a Route 25 and Coles Road crash. Car driven by William Richardson, 35, Franklin Route 1, allegedly struck Edward Gustin, 18, of Dayton.
Sixteen Middletown High School seniors ranked in the top quarter of 200 Butler County students in the state general scholarship tests at Hamilton on February 6 7 Paul Wells placed ninth with 218 James L Young tenth with 217 Hamilton senior John D Mackinnon led with 245 Other Middletown honorable mention scores include Milton G Long 213 Donald E Long 208 Nancy P Hampton 208 Joan Ingwersen 201 James Demetrian 197 Richard D Hopper 195 Nancy G Neill 195 Constance D Lewis 194 Thomas G Patterson 193 Irvin Herman 192 Randall P Butterfield 191 Walter D Palmer 190 George E Skillman 185.
Congress starts its inquiry into the $5-a-ton steel price rise under Justice Department scrutiny. The Senate House Economic Committee plans hearings here next Monday with 13 steel executives, including U S Steel Bethlehem Steel and Allegheny Ludlum, as initial witnesses.
In Erie Pennsylvania Hammermill Paper Co a major bonded paper producer faced a strike by fourteen hundred production workers at its plant which employs about three thousand workers. The walkout highlights labor tensions at a key industrial site in the region.
Formation of the Pontine marshes near Rome with their malaria mosquitoes is believed to have hastened the downfall of the Roman Empire.
State Auditor Joseph T. Ferguson announced the distribution of 1,656,402 to Ohio cities. Middletown will receive 15,332 in gasoline tax revenue, with one-sixth for inter-county road repairs and the rest for street department maintenance. Other allocations include Cleveland 228,047 and Cincinnati 112,353.
The CIO United Electrical Workers open contract negotiations in New York with Westinghouse and General Electric, seeking substantial pay rises to offset a claimed $13.03 weekly purchasing power loss since 1945. General Electric reportedly plans to oppose any raise for its 100,000 unionized workers.
More than 100 people attended a dinner at the Police Pistol Range hosted by the Fraternal Order of Police Associate Lodge. Members, wives, and special guests enjoyed meals, music by Ray Schrock the accordionist, and remarks by FOPA president Harry Benadum. Charles Marts chaired the event.
Willie E. Cade 36 of 69 Forrest Ave Cincinnati was arrested yesterday at Central Ave and McKinley St on a charge of physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, police said.
Thomas J. McMicken, 31, of 2026 Elinor Place Cincinnati, was charged with operating a motor vehicle while under the influence after being arrested on Route 25, police reported.
Frank T. Garity at large was arrested at the local train depot on a charge of loitering, officers reported.
Arnold Engle aged 24 of 105 Glenmore Drive was charged with disorderly conduct after an arrest early today.
Herbert Staton 38 of 2744 Tenth Ave was released on a 300 bond to appear in court today on a charge of physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested at Central Ave and Monroe St early today, police said.
DeLoss Walker of Chicago told Gardner Richardson workers at the GR Mutual Benefit Association annual dinner that higher production in industry and farms is the key to solving national and international economic issues. He argued free enterprise under democracy raises living standards and urged continued production growth to sustain gains.
Shanghai dispatch notes mixed opinions on whether the Chinese Communists will launch an all out assault on Mukden. Observers cite strategic limits, with attacks on outposts and Manchuria tactics as the Reds seek to isolate cities and pressure government forces before attempting a final capture.
Paramount screens Walk Alone starring Burt Lancaster and Lizabeth Scott on Monday and Tuesday with showings at 1 15, 3 15, 5 25, 7 25 and 9 40 PM.
Monday schedule features The Man In The Iron Mask with Louis Hayward and Joan Bennett at 1 25, 4 55 and 8 25 p m and Gentlemen After Dark with Brian Donlevy and Miriam Hopkins at 3 20, 6 50 and 10 15 p m Tuesday shows Green For Danger with Sally Gray and Trevor Howard at 2 45, 5 50 and 9 40 p m and Bury Me Dead with Mark Daniels and June Lockhart at 1 15, 4 20 and 7 30 p m.
Motorcycle officer Ernest Weaver spotted three boys near the river who admitted they skipped school. He escorted them back to the school this morning, declining their plea to avoid the hallway walk.
Obituary notes the death of forty year old Mary Lou Jackson of Middletown who died February 24 at Cedars of Lebanon Hospital Hollywood California. Services set for 9 30 a m Wednesday a requiem high mass at Holy Trinity Church burial in Woodside Cemetery. Friends may call Baker Funeral Home after 7 p m today.
Mrs. Josephine Ratliff 38 of 411 Baltimore St died at 2 15 a m Sunday at home. A Kentucky native she lived here 25 years and belonged to First Church of the Nazarene. Survived by husband Omer six brothers and five sisters. Funeral 2 30 p m Wednesday at Nazarene with Rev M E Clay officiating. Burial Woodside Cemetery Riggs Funeral Home in charge.
Thomas R. Carroll 84 of 21 Mill Rd died Friday night. Funeral services will be at 3 p m Tuesday at Colligan Funeral Home with burial in Greenwood Cemetery. A Spanish American War veteran and interior decorator for 30 years, he worked at the Estate Store Co. until retirement. Survived by his widow Lou, two sons and two daughters.
Charles T Baxter 47 of 465 N D St died Friday night from a heart attack. Funeral at Klaus Funeral Home Tuesday at 2 pm with burial in Greenwood Cemetery. He worked 20 years for Standard Oil Co. Survived by wife Josephine a son his parents Mr and Mrs B C Baxter Springfield two brothers and a sister.
Rita Mae Meyers 3 daughter of Mr and Mrs Ray Meyers Lebanon died yesterday at Children's Hospital Cincinnati An autopsy failed to reveal cause of death She is survived by two sisters Services set for 2 pm Tuesday at Johnson Funeral Home
William C. Johnson, 78, of 640 Kahn Ave., died yesterday at Mercy Hospital. He worked at the Estate Store Co. before retirement 18 years ago. He is survived by three daughters and one brother. Services set for 2 p.m. Tuesday at Webb Funeral Home. Burial at Greenwood Cemetery.
Services announced for Julia Zimmer age 76 who died in Lebanon. Details of service and burial are forthcoming from the family and local funeral home.
Acting city manager Fred J Schatzmann announced arrangements for a 3000 dollar paint job at Vet Village and a 2500 dollar credit for prior installations. The work will be deducted from rent paid to the Federal Emergency Housing Administration with no city cost. City commissioners will meet with Vet housing supporters to discuss 10 requested improvements including painting and street work as weather allows.
Residents bundled against freezing temperatures as a forecast calls for cloudy skies with snow or rain by morning. The Ohio River was expected to crest at 38.5 feet, below flood stage, today while temperatures ranged from 28 to 36 degrees across the region.
Floods along the Loup River inundated Columbus Nebraska after an ice gorge broke upstream. Eleven eastern Nebraska towns lost power as pumps and lines failed. California faced drought relief urged, while northern New England saw subzero readings and light snow across the region.
A funeral for Dayton will be held Tuesday at 2 Pm at Gallimore Funeral Home Mason with burial in Rose Hill Cemetery. She is survived by a daughter.
Wanda May Langworthy, 14 months old of Friends Rd Ge rmantown, died Sunday at 10 30 p m after a long illness. She is survived by her parents Russell and Wanda Langworthy, three sisters Lodem a Ruth and Mary and three brothers James Russell Jr and Charles. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Baker Funeral Home.
The Longview Social Service League hosted its second party with 15 board members 25 Gamma Y-Teeners under Mrs Amy Compton and 57 patients enjoying music, refreshments, and gift soap. Mrs Norman Trisler reported mood relief through recreation. Bertha Perkins led singing in the colored wards. a hospital tour followed for 40 Middletonans visiting the Forget Me Not Gift Shop library and handicraft groups.
Based on last Saturday's success, the Middletown Sportsmen's club plans another dance possibly in May with a May pole theme. Over 300 attended the second event of the season, using the basement as a cabaret for the first time, with Hinkles Melodiers providing music and Maynard Reams leading decoration and planning efforts. Proceeds fund conservation and wildlife projects and club improvements.
In Washington Pennsylvania an automobile accident proved fatal for Mrs. Zola Frances Stewart 40 with injuries to her husband Robert J. Stewart who remained in critical condition after their car left Route 40 near Claysville.
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