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Newspaper

Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1951

Page

6

Nurse-Sponsored Spring Concert At Middletown Club

An appreciative audience attended the Girls' Club Spring Concert sponsored by Senior Student Nurses of Middletown Hospital. The program featured Ronny Hodges, Barbara Ritten, John Jordan, Stanley Garber, Dorothy Zehring, Emma Kramer, Marvin Hileman, Albert McNeil, Louise Hoerner, and the Girls Glee Club, with proceeds funding a nurses’ home memorial gift.

Middletown Hospital Nancy Zehring Ronny Hodges Dayton Boys’ Choir Holy City Stephen Adams Stanley Garber Barbara Ritten Dorothy Jon Zehring Ritten Jules Monquet Swendson John Hammond Mendelssohn Emma Kramer Harvey Mary Chase Elwood P. Dowd Veda Louise Myrtle Mae Marvin Hileman Lackme Delibes George Noffsinger Albert McNeil Malotte Mother Louise Hoerner Girls’ Glee Club Middletown Hospital School of Nursing Vienna City of Dreams Sieczynski Hanley Sigmund Romberg New Moon Gloria Upton Hendrickson Helen Gerber Ramsdell Kak

Hamilton Rossi Wedding Date Set For June Sixteen

Hospitalities last evening at the Colony Restaurant featured a miscellaneous shower for Miss Martha Jane Hamilton, future bride of Louis P. Rossi. The guests, including Mrs. Pauline Esposito and Mrs. W. R. Hamilton, enjoyed cards, prize wins, and a luncheon.

Colony Nora Greb Hilda Greb Martha Jane Hamilton Louis P. Rossi Lou and Marty Charles Fay Edward Stigler Robert English Carl Weber R. E. Butts Cc. T. Dagenbach James Vitori Henry Rossi Louise Vitori Pauline Esposito W. R. Hamilton Mary Ann Hamilton

Art Study Club holds final meeting of year at Mrs Wilson’s

The Art Study Club gathered at South Main Street home of Mrs. Wilson for a covered dish dinner followed by a candlelight ceremony honoring past presidents. Mrs. George Davies and Mrs. J R Freeze led a reminiscences program recounting 18 years of club activity with minutes clippings and past project photos. Incoming president Mrs. J G Purvis was welcomed and next year’s program unveiled. Assisting hostesses were Mrs. R E Bennett and Mrs. Francis Burk.

Prgram George Davies J. R. Freeze Art Study Club R. W. Soloman J. G. Purvis R. E. Bennett Francis Burk

Mother's Study League Spring Banquet at Sportsmen's Club

The Mother's Study League held its annual Spring Banquet with Mardi Gras decor at the Sportsmen's Club. Mrs Frank Hidy led the decorated event with a grand march, speeches by Rev. Charles Harrison, and a toastmistress, highlighting three parenting aims for better children and tomorrow's leaders.

Mother’s Study League Sportsmen's Club Frank Hidy Charles Chalfin Donald Dieterly Stanley Reed C. C. Hursh Eli Kamenovich Clay Voegele Ed Shafer Robert Sundo CC. Morningstar Rodney Barker Ralph Irons Earl Stegemiller Roy Stutz Harry Phillips Ernest Graff Carl Rentchler Charles Harrison Boys’ Industrial School Lancaster Harrison

A C Neffs Are Wed 25 Years

Mr and Mrs A C Neff of Central Ave celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary yesterday Married May 1 1926 the couple have three sons Allison C Neff Jr William E Neff and Richard E Neff Mrs Neff is the former Helen Ely daughter of William L Ely of Cleveland and the late Mrs Ely Mr Neff is the son of Mr and Mrs H A Neff of Cleveland He is vice president of Armco Drainage and Metal Products and general manager of the Middletown Division Guests from out of town attended a dinner at their home last Saturday night.

A. C. Neff Central Ave Allison C. Neff William E. Neff Richard E. Neff Neff Helen Ely William L. Ely Cleveland Ely H. A. Neff Arm

Praeter Castle Vows Spoken in Richmond Wedding

Miss Wilma Ann Praeter and Donald Castle wed April 28 in Richmond Indiana the single ring ceremony led by Reverend Harrison. Bride daughter of Mr and Mrs John Praeter Germantown Route 1. groom son of Mrs Edward Castle Brentwood Street and the late Mr Castle. Attendant Erma Praeter best man Roy Burgess. They plan a east coast wedding trip and future home at 2907 Elmo Place.

Wilma Ann Praeter Donald Castile Richmond Ind Harrison John Praeter Germantown Castle Edward Castle Brentwood St Mr. Castle Erma Praeter Roy Burgess

Junior Music Club Recital Tonight at Girls' Club

The Middletown Junior Music Club presents a recital at the Girls' Club tomorrow at 8 15 p m. Advisors are Mrs Robert Sutton and Miss Agatha Evers. The program features vocal and instrumental pieces by talented Middletonian juniors.

Tomorrow Middletown Music Club Robert Sutton Agatha Evers

DAR Hears State Program Chairman

The Colonel Jonathan Bayard Smith Chapter members were entertained Tuesday noon by Mrs. Herbert J. Hofmann at her Chautauqua home. Twenty five members attended a picnic style luncheon followed by a brief business meeting led by regent Mrs. W. C. Thompson. Memorial services were held for Mrs. Walter McCoy and Mrs. Mary Anderson White with readings by Mrs. Clinton J. Thompson, and books will be placed in Middletown Library in their memory. Mrs. John Wesley Smith, State Program Chairman from Williamsburg Ohio, spoke outlining chapter programs. Invitations were extended for a May 23 reception and luncheon by Caroline Scott Chapter Oxford in honor of Mrs. James B. Patton, president general, with district representation expected. Assisting Hoffmann were Mrs. Ruth Rees, Mrs. Ward Browning and Mrs. Lula McClellan.

Jonathan Bayard Smith Herbert J. Hofmann Chautauqua W. C. Thompson Walter McCoy Mary Anderson White Clinton J. Thompson Middletown John Wesley Smith Williamsburg Thompson Caroline Scott Oxford James B. Patton Hoffmann Ruth Rees Ward Browning Lula McClellan

Founders Day Dinner and Ritual Planned by Beta Sigma Phi

Delta Sigma chapter to host Founders Day dinner and Ritual of the Jewels at The Meadows tonight at 7. Prosser Chapter No. 367 of the Order of the Eastern Star meets tomorrow at 7 30 p.m. at the Masonic Temple. Rainbow Girls provide entertainment. Mrs Gladys Sickle is refreshment chairman.

Delta Sigma Chapter Beta Sigma Phi Sorority the Meadows Prosser Order of the Eastern Star Masonic Temple Rainbow Girls Gladys Sickle

Servicemen News: Wilch Joins 35th Infantry in Korea

Pvt Walter J Wilch of 1825 Oberon Dr joins the 35th Infantry Regiment in Korea as part of the 25th Infantry Division commanded by Brig Gen J Sladen Bradley. William V Allen, chief boats wain, serves in Attack Squadron 55 which completed rocket and gunnery training at El Centro California using Tiny Tim rockets. Allen is the son of Mr and Mrs Joe R Allen and husband of Goldie M Blankenship.

Walter J. Wilch Oberon Dr 35Th Infantry William V. Allen el Centro Calif Korea Allen Joe R. Allen Logan Ave Goldie M. Blankenship Jeffersonville

Quartet Joins SPEBSQSA in Middletown Bar Meeting

Four new members joined Middletown SPEBSQSA, bringing a quartet total to the group. The barbershop chapter held a meeting in Kessler Auditorium at the Legion home, led by President R. C. Baker, to discuss plans for the I Am An American Day pageant, with singing dominating the program.

Middletown Spebsqsa Kessler Auditorium Legion Home R. C. Baker

General Michaelis En Route To Ike in Europe

Brig. Gen. John H. Michaelis assistant commander of the 25th Infantry Division in Korea is being transferred to Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower's Supreme Command in Europe. Army officials said Michaelis is coming back now but provided no details on his departure from Korea or plans while en route to the Paris SHAPE headquarters. Michaelis came to Washington after World War II to serve with Eisenhower when he was Army Chief of Staff.

Washington John H. Michaelis Korea Dwight D. Eisenhower Supreme Command Europe Army Michaelis Paris Fis Xhower Army Chief of Staff

Michigan Plans Link To Ohio Superhighway

Michigan plans a 10 million dollar heavy trunkline between Detroit and the Ohio line as the logical link to Ohio's proposed 30 million toll highway. Deputy director Harry Coons says the exact route isn’t set but the new road would connect with Toledo at the border if Ohio proceeds. Construction may start this summer to replace Telegraph Road which carries about 5 000 trucks daily.

Lansing Detroit Ohio Line Ohio Michigan Highway Department Toledo Michigan Harry Coons Michigan Department Coons Telegraph Road Highway Department

Clean-Up Drive Continues In Middletown Waste Pickups

Fifteen more loads of trash were taken from Middletown homes as the annual Clean-Up Campaign progresses. Total collections reach 132 loads with crews from Middletown Service Company city and Armco handling pickups under the Middletown Junior Chamber of Commerce. Thursday's route covers Central Ave to NYC tracks and Yankee Rd to Main St. debris must be curbside in containers per Don McKillop.

Middletown Middletown Service Company City Armco Don McKillop

Senate Panel Backs Marine Strength Increase Plan

The Senate Armed Services Committee recommends a permanent boost in Marine Corps strength. It calls for at least four full strength combat divisions and four air support wings with supporting forces, setting a 400,000 ceiling. It also grants the Marine commandant added JCS authority, elevating the commandant to a consultant who can speak for Marine matters on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Washington Marine Corps Senate Armed Services Committee Joint Chiefs of Staff Army Air Force Navy JCS Corps

Moon couple charged with disorderly conduct in city incident

Thelma Moon and Earl Moon both of 1107 Baltimore St were charged with disorderly conduct after police arrested them near First Ave and Canal St. Louise Russell reported cuts on her leg after an unknown object was thrown at her at 232 Park St. Russell refused medical help. Richard Jackson reported his car at 817 Maple St had plastic door rings stolen and wiring torn from the vehicle in the 1000 block of Central Ave.

Thelma Moon Earl L. Moon Baltimore St First Ave Canal St Park St Louise Russell Russell Jackson Maple St Richard Central Ave

Antoine of Paris Hairdresser Once Sculptor

Antoine of Paris, famed hairdresser, is noted as having been a sculptor, per the Encyclopedia Britannica. The entry highlights a career shift from sculpture to styling, underscoring a noted biographical crossroad.

Antoine Paris

Plans for Safety Dramatization Week Discussed

The Safety Dramatization Week Committee met at noon today to discuss ideas and plans for the annual summer observation. Harry Hadley chairs the committee with Delbert Mann J Wylie Mitchell Steve Geckeler George Crout C L Macabee and Paul Wilson as members.

Harry Hadley Delbert Mann J. Wylie Mitchell Steve Geckeler George Crout C. L. Macabee Paul Wilson

Girl Scout Briefs For Middletown Council Meeting

The Middletown Girl Scout Council Staff and Office Committee will hold its third meeting in two weeks tomorrow at 10 a.m. in the Girl Scout clubroom of the Civic Association building. Mrs. Nell Blackford, chairman, announced the schedule. The Girl Scout Senior Conference is planned for Saturday, joining Juliette Law Club activities in the morning.

Middletown

Local People Hear Cincinnati Concert

Local attendees from Middletown include Mrs Karl Davis and many others as the Greater Cincinnati Methodist Chorus directed by Mrs Grace Storey Simmonds performs at the Scottish Rite Auditorium in Cincinnati. The note recalls Simmonds previous choral work with First Methodist and Treble Clef Chorus. Also mentions a brittle star description at end.

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