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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1971
Page
11
City commissioners trimmed pollution control funding by about half in the 1971 budget, spreading the roughly $20 000 cut across five appropriations. They urged gradual progress, cautioned against overstaffing, and discussed regional cooperation and future state federal aid.
Two Middletown men were acquitted in Butler County Common Pleas Court after key prosecution witnesses failed to appear. Judge Marrs directed a verdict of not guilty as David Mohn and Harry Phipps, subpoenaed witnesses, did not testify, causing dismissal of burglary charges. Officers criticized the missed appearances while noting potential future prosecutions for the remaining defendant.
Franklin officials report no salary boosts in 1971 ordinance. If voters approve April 13 income tax rise to 1.2 percent city workers could gain raises. Revenue gaps force layoffs and service cuts. schools face possible September shutdowns. Public works and police fire budgets vulnerable without tax hike.
In Columbus several bills were introduced during a sparsely attended session. A proposed measure by Rep. Chester Cruze would require explosives retailers to obtain a permit for purchases and impose fines up to 10 000 dollars and potential 40 year jail terms.
A slow freight train struck a truck at the North Avenue crossing delaying about a hundred motorists for 45 minutes. Robert A. Miller, 29, of Hamilton escaped injury though his half ton truck was heavily damaged. Miller said warning lights were out while crewmen claimed they were functioning. Crossings affected were North Avenue Central Avenue First Avenue and Manchester Avenue. The track owner is listed as H&B Construction Co a subcontractor on city overpass work.
David B. Smith of Franklin, a 2 year old junior at Ohio State University, named head page by Speaker Charles F. Kurfess. He is son of Mr and Mrs William F Smith and will lead 46 page boys assisting State legislators in Columbus.
The Germantown village council approved a one percent income tax on residents working in the village and local business income. Effective April 1 for five years, it aims to fund street repairs and new equipment, estimated at over 87 thousand dollars annually for three years, with proceeds managed by Dayton city tax office. Officials expect figures after the second quarter.
Armco Boothe has leased more than 200 million dollars of equipment over two years of operation. Peter K. Nevitt and Allen James addressed 150 members of the Technical Operating Discussion Group at the Manchester Motor Inn. The San Francisco firm is diversifying into railroad, maritime, data processing and machine tool equipment while noting aircraft leasing remains strong due to high residual value. Nevitt cited aircraft as offering long life and hedge against inflation and urged U.S. built SST development for trade balance and industry leadership.
Paul D. Myers, 27, of Beissinger Road, was placed on five years probation after being found guilty Feb. 16 of involuntary manslaughter in the fatal Dec. 22 shooting of his brother Jerry Wayne Myers, 25, of Reily. Myers must pay funeral expenses and was warned to avoid alcohol.
Police report vandals tossed a large stone sill through the rear window of Peasttown First Church of God at 6376 Germantown Road north of Middletown Butler County. No injuries were reported and damage is undetermined pending inspection.
The Lemon Monroe High School Band Boosters extend their citrus sale to Monday. Oranges and grapefruit are $3.50 for a small box and $5.75 for a large box. Deliveries will be Saturday March 13. Contact band director Tom Buchanan or sale chairman Mrs George Baker to place orders.
Thieves broke into three Middletown residences last night or today stealing a color TV from Toni Merchant at 1300 Girard Ave. They used a cardboard over a broken window to gain entry. Loot also included rings from Thomas Kraft at 2307 Woodburn Ave and items from Charles Bell at 2104 Erie Ave. Kraft reported a sewing machine moved. Bell lost guns watches and $80.
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