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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1977
Page
6
A King Features essay notes that while marriage rates remained steady, divorce increased and more Americans opt to live alone. The piece cites Mia Farrow and recent Census Bureau figures as context for shifting attitudes toward matrimony and independence.
The Middletown Branch of the Ohio Music Teachers Association will sponsor a Musicianship Day for area music students on October 22. Mrs Joseph Witkinson is general chairman with Marianne Clinton and Mrs Gerald Squire as co chairs. A boys recital is set for May 8 at the First Baptist Church and the next OMTA meeting is planned for April 22 at Mrs Atkinson’s home.
A paper bag look at trends shows adults under 35 living alone have more than doubled since 1970, outpacing overall age-group growth. The shift reflects economic independence for women and reevaluation of marriage, with sociologists and writer Paul Wilkes offering differing views.
The Middletown-Butler County Unit of the American Cancer Society will receive proceeds from a 1950s Record Hop at the DAV Hall on Saturday night. The event, hosted by Jim LaBarbara, aims to raise funds after over 1400 dollars were realized from a 1976 dance. Tickets are 15 dollars per couple and sales target Filson’s, Davidson Photo Shop, and Wilhie’s Beauty Salon.
Mrs. Jack Reeder becomes royal patron and Jerry Hunt named royal patron of Imperial Court 4, Order of the Amaranth. Installation Saturday featured officers including Tallon as associate patron and matron, plus treasurer Pell and secretary Morningstar and many others. Assisting installing officer John Cotterman led ceremonies with judge Reeder and several other dignitaries. Reception run by Mr and Mrs Taylor and past royal matrons and patrons.
The Cristonians host a Wednesday card party at 7 30 p m in the West Side Federal Community Room University Boulevard five chapters sponsor a style show from McAlpins Guests bring their own cards and play any game Refreshments and prizes with proceeds to Barbara Park Convalescent Center Doty House and Young Life Tickets 150 available from members by phone 746 3344 or at the door.
A Saturday May 14 champagne luncheon and style show at Forest Hills Country Club will preview fashions from McAlpin's. Tickets are seven dollars each, sold by club members. Proceeds support Soroptimist projects per ways and means chair Mrs Kenneth Metzger.
Miss Mary Dillon and Mrs Emma Sauter to host tea tables for a Holy Trinity Church card party on April 19 at 7 30 PM in Fenwick High School cafeteria. Prizes, refreshments, and a full planning committee of church members participate. tickets, publicity, and supplies organized by named chairs.
David F. Dixon a Colgate University senior in Hamilton New York was initiated into Phi Beta Kappa the national scholastic honor society He is a 1973 Middletown High School graduate and son of Mr and Mrs Glenn F Dixon of 606 Florence Street Dixon concentrates in political science and is among 39 initiates in the New York Era chapter founded at Colgate in 1878
A reader suggests using leftover applesauce as a topping for hot oatmeal to enhance flavor at breakfast. The tip emphasizes simple, quick use of pantry staples for a comforting morning meal.
Linda McMonigle a Middletown High School alumna and Gazebo Fashions sales clerk is engaged to Ronald Springer a Square D Electronics wireman. The couple plan a June 4 wedding at Christ United Methodist Church.
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