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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1948
Page
3
The semi finished steel price increase sparks FBI probes antitrust talk and congressional hearings as officials react to industry cost pressures. Analysts note few firms are involved and most shipments are not in semifinished form while overall steel costs trend upward.
Hamilton committee to meet Alfred La Feber to study operating costs for the Wright line with a view to setting outside county water rates. The panel weighs Hamilton’s charges and sale volume as delays slow progress after a $1.88 million bond issue funded the project.
Dr George C. Jameson, 82, longtime Oberlin Hospital chief of staff and founder of the Oberlin Hospital Association, died at his home after years of illness.
Thomas Richard Carroll electronic technician's mate third class USN husband of Betty Jane Carroll of 3113 Manchester Rd has been assigned to the Radio Station Command Balboa Canal Zone Carroll entered Navy service at Cincinnati and trained at Bainbridge Maryland
Aviation Cadet Richard Muraski son of Mr and Mrs John S Muraski of Middletown Ohio has completed the first two phases of pilot training at Randolph Field Texas He moves to Barksdale Air Force Base for intensified flight training in tactical aircraft including twin engine types
Sergeant George H. Mallory arrives at the Bermuda Base Command. He is with the Headquarters 137th Airways and Air Communications Service Squadron and serves as a diesel and gasoline engine specialist. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Sam Mallory of 3125 Ohio Ave and has earned Asiatic-Pacific Philippine Liberation American Theater campaign medals.
An argument at the Armco Colored Community Center led to a cutting. Clarence Taylor 30 of 830 Eighteenth Ave. suffered a head cut needing 140 stitches. Grady Austin 27 of 1304 Baltimore St. received stab wounds to both hands a head and a shoulder cut. Detective Patrolman Howard Watson said charges would be filed against both men.
Officials of the McGraw Construction Company announce Urban D. Gooselin of Hartford Connecticut as assistant to Clifford S. Strike president of F. H. McGraw and Company engineers and constructors. Gooselin has worked with the eastern firm since 1935 and attended Wentworth Institute in Boston. He is an associate member of the Society of Civil Engineers.
The subject received World War II Victory medals before enlisting in the Army at Fort Knox Kentucky in September 1947. He also served in the United States Navy and is a member of the American Legion.
Pvt. F. Tirey son of Edward W. Tirey 331 Charles St. transfers from Kindley AFB Bermuda to the Air Transport Command Atlantic Division Base at Rhein Main Germany. He served as a supply clerk in the Quartermaster Section before joining the service and was formerly employed by Albers Super Market.
Detectives investigated two public school break-ins over the weekend with no theft or property damage. Jefferson school saw seven rooms entered and desks ransacked while Central school had two rooms entered. Detectives Ralph Bauer and John Fitzgerald reported.
James Manning of 2206 Baltimore St. reported clothing valued at 15 dollars stolen from his parked downtown car. Herbert J. Davis of 200 Webster St. reported a car theft, license 337 MJ, from the YMCA parking lot yesterday per officers.
The Church of The Ascension Men's Club meets at 7 30 p m in the parish hall. The American Legion Executive Committee holds its regular weekly meeting at 7 30 p m at the Legion Home.
Blythe Williams Post of American Legion will hold a meeting at the Elks Club on Ninth Avenue at 8 p.m. Local members plan to discuss upcoming events and officer reports.
Holy Trinity Catholic Formation Organization will convene at 8 p m in the assembly room.
The Middletown Civic Orchestra will meet at 7 30 p m at the Senior High School for a rehearsal session.
The Fraternal Order of Eagles will meet at the Hall at 8 p.m. Local members are urged to attend and discuss upcoming activities and community services.
The Middletown Co-Operative Club meets at 6 30 P M at the Manchester Hotel for its weekly gathering.
The Sportsmen's Club Trustees will hold their monthly meeting at the club house at 8 p.m. All members are urged to attend.
The Cancer Clinic will open at 7 p m at Middletown Hospital with patient access beginning in the evening.
The Lemon Township Board of Trustees will hold a meeting at 7 30 p m in the new township building in North Excello.
Spanish American War veterans will gather at 7 30 p m at the Legion Home for an evening event with a speaking program and group activities.
The Hunter Clark Post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will hold its meeting at 8 p m at the Silver Leaf Social Club.
The local unit of the U S National Guard will conduct a drill at Bar racks at seven o clock in the evening. The event is scheduled for the facility known as Bar racks and aims to practice standard guard procedures and readiness.
The Legion band will gather at seven o clock in the evening at the Legion Home for a routine meeting and rehearsal session.
The Middletown Aviation Club will meet Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the usual venue to discuss aircraft, flying topics, and club plans.
The Miami Valley Post VFW will meet at 7 30 p m at Post Headquarters for a regular session. Members are reminded to bring dues and any agenda items for discussion.
The Library Board will hold its monthly meeting at 7 30 p m at the Library. The agenda includes standard reports and public comments.
Coach Glenn Tiger Ellison will serve as the principal speaker at the Civitan Club’s noon gathering delivering a keynote on current sports and community topics.
Rotarians will hear Dr H F Vallance dean of the Graduate School of Miami University speak on the subject Keep Thy Heart at a noon meeting Tuesday at the Manchester Hotel.
A Green County Ramblers trio from Yellow Springs were injured near Dayton last Wednesday after auditions. Dick Turvey won the Middie Mikester show and a wrist watch. Marilyn Cassidy and June Redding received billfolds. Wanda Shank won a locket.
An outbreak of measles in Youngstown Ohio caused about 225 cases in city schools last month. Officials noted many additional cases likely went unreported.
Harry Butcher of 224 Shafter Street remained in fair condition at Middletown Hospital after being admitted Saturday morning following a fall down stairs at his home. He suffers neck injuries and is held for observation.
The Beth Sholom Sisterhood will meet tomorrow at 8 p m at 2005 Hampton Dr the home of Mrs Jacob Faust. Mrs Sam Feinstein president announced the gathering will be a purim party with cards and games. Mrs S Mindlin is events chairman with hostesses listed.
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