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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1972
Page
2
A 17 year old attendant at Hi Fi Service Station on Verity Parkway was robbed at knife point by two youths described as 16 to 17 years old. They escaped west along an alley near 816 S Verity Parkway after taking an unknown amount of money.
Elsie Mary Schramm 83 of 1507 Manchester Ave died 7 45 p m Sunday at Middletown Hospital after six months of failing health. Born Findlay she had lived in Middletown since 1934. Survived by two sons Joseph and Richard co owners of Wilson Schramm Memorial Home a daughter Mrs Rita Haker 17 grandchildren. Mass at Holy Trinity Church Wednesday burial Woodside Cemetery. Visitation Wilson Schramm Memorial Home Tuesday 2 5 and 7 9 p m. Prayer service Tuesday 7 p m.
Local ads promote boutique openings and new inventory at COIFFURES BY PHYLLIS and MAUD MULLER GIFTS with Goebel glass, Hummel figures, and tailored home decor. Reed Klopp’s showroom highlights Early American and contemporary furnishings, while Peck's Flower Shop offers Thanksgiving centerpieces and dried arrangements. Also notes include camera sales at DAVIDSON'S PHOTO SHOPS and winter coats from C F GREATHOUSE AND SON. Obituaries list several Middletown deaths and services.
John Schmitz claimed the American Independent Party would win more votes than expected after citing a Cleveland poll. At a Escondido luncheon he said at least 60 percent of those surveyed had not decided their vote and accused Democrats and Republicans of totalitarian socialist tendencies. His wife Mary was lightly injured by a falling light at Disneyland.
A nationwide program airing at 8 on channel 12 features Independent Party candidates Schmitz and Anderson before Monday night football. The half hour will include the Independent ticket, followed at 8 30 by President Nixon.
Four teenagers were injured when a car driven by 16 year old John Timothy Little left Hendrickson Road in loose gravel and struck a tree at the Hendrickson Union intersection. Heather Hatton and Mark Griffin were listed in serious condition while Yvonne Elam and Little were treated or reported in Middletown.
Two young brothers found government bonds valued at 1225 dollars and a 34 dollar check belonging to Gordon Hudson. They told police they saw a young man place something under a board in Goldman Park. Detectives continued the investigation.
Franklin man Jack Rogers aged 30 of Wilson Drive escaped injury when his car struck three parked cars while being pursued by highway patrolmen. The incident occurred on Dixie Highway near the Franklin corporation line at 11 05. Rogers is charged with driving while intoxicated and the crash is under investigation.
Blue Ball Lemon Township police estimate loss at 417 dollars after a break-in at the Toddle Inn. 78 bottles of whisky valued at 390 dollars were taken along with 15 dollars from the juke box and 12 from the cigarette machine. Entry gained by breaking front door glass. Discovered at 8:50 a.m. by employee Cheryl Herold.
Terry Owens 15 of Troop 76 sponsored by Amanda United Methodist Church earned the rank of eagle scout. A Lemon-Monro High sophomore and son of Louise and Lester Owens he has served five years in scouting and is junior assistant Scoutmaster. He holds the Order of the Arrow membership and chairs the Miami Erie Canal Trail Committee. He earned the Spanish interpreter stripe and the Paul Bunyan outdoor skills award. Last summer he worked at Camp Hook and earned the 50 mile canoe base award at Ely Minnesota.
In Dayton, skaters won the high point trophy with a team score of 455. First, second, and third place awards went to multiple skaters including Gary Schmidt, Vicky Belcher, Dana Capozzi, Tim Dunlap, and Don Bastin, with additional recognitions for Don McGuire and Denise Stamper. The Middletown Skateway Dance and Figure Roller Skating Club also took top honors, led by Kevin James and Deb bie Adams under teacher Mrs. Karen Bowlin.
Goodwill Industries of America argues its thrift stores reflect reverse fashion cycles. Unsold items like thin ties narrow-lapel suits and skinny-leg trousers illustrate shifting style demands as people discard outmoded clothes.
The Agriculture Department warns of a potential export bottleneck due to rail and port problems as U S farm exports rise to a record 10 billion dollars this fiscal year. Analysts cite limited rail boxcars and port congestion, especially at Gulf ports, threatening shipments to the Soviet Union Japan and Western Europe.
John W. Bush of the Interstate Commerce Commission says he will vacate the office but not resign until the Senate settles his successor. Albert T. MacFarland has been named to replace him. Bush argues Senate action is needed to finalize the appointment.
Lemon Monroe High School band members restart fruit sales to fund uniforms and equipment. Past sales averaged about 2000 dollars per event. Orders are being taken now for oranges and grapefruits, with delivery expected December 2.
Monte Pitts 18 and Steven A Woodward 21 of Hamilton were arrested behind the Hub Cafe on illegal possession of amphetamines. Officers said the pair discarded pills when approached and both face Hamilton Municipal Court.
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