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Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1949

Page

5

Don Cossacks wow Roose vel t auditorium with violin lure

Jaroff and the Don Cossacks captivated a large Roosevelt Auditorium audience with a dramatic mix of a cappella singing, precise stage presence, and expressive dancers. The 23 singers displayed solo talents, humor, and showmanship while the dancers added vivid color in traditional Russian performances. The program contrasted with earlier club offerings, ending with a lively two hour show and an extensive social hour.

Don Cossacks Roosevelt Auditorium Serge Jaroff Jaroff Don Cossack Cen Woman's Music Club

Thanksgiving society notices deadline in local column

If you plan to host Thanksgiving guests or a family dinner or holiday party your society editor will want details. Items for the Thanksgiving issue may be mailed or phoned in any time. Deadline is Wednesday noon November 23.

Churches Circle 8 Meets at Mrs Sheffer Home

The Churches Circle 8 of the First Methodist Church met yesterday afternoon at 3 p.m. at the home of Mrs Walter Sheffer on Coles Road. Twenty one members attended and Mrs H L Murat conducted the session.

First Methodist Church Walter Sheffer Coles Rd H. L. Murat

Elephant Gets Loose and Roars Through Circus Camp

In Circleville a 7000 pound elephant named Burma escaped at 3 am from a stall at Mills Brothers Circus winter quarters. She trundled to the cookhouse truck and feasted on 100 pounds of potatoes, 25 pounds of onions, 20 loaves of bread, 10 pounds pancake flour, eight candy bars and a box of shredded wheat. Circus preacher Rev. Doc Waddell notes Burma smokes cigarets and once chewed tobacco, while keeper Mark Roe chased her down. The elephant declined bacon, leaving the troupe with a meat feast but no potatoes for breakfast.

Circleville Big Burnie Mills Brothers Circus Burma Mark Roe Roe Doc Waddell Carolinas Waddell Big Burma

Luncheon at Wilson Home Delights Local Ladies

Mrs. Robert Wilson hosted a luncheon with fall fruit decor and an afternoon of bridge. Prizes were awarded to Mrs. William Storer and Mrs. John Carter. other attendees included Mrs. Walter Roehll Mrs. E McCall Morris Mrs. Robert Dunn Mrs. Robert Ashworth and Mrs. Walter Reese.

Robert Wilson William Storer John Carter Walter Roehll E. McCall Morris Robert Dunn Robert Ashworth Walter Reese

Television Listings Dense Saturday and Sunday Schedule

A dense schedule of Channel 4 5 11 13 7 11 listings for Saturday and Sunday features films, sports previews, news, theater, variety shows, weather, and special programs. Notable items include Notre Dame vs Iowa, Cincinnati and regional programming, and multiple movie features across networks WLW WKRC WCPO with times ranging from early afternoon to late night.

Channel 4 Voice of the Enquirer Yesteryear Scranton WKRC Channel l Ewe Betty An Bargy Herb Shriner Lammermoor Santa Claus Notre Dame Iowa Paul Dixon Cincinnati Hollywood Paul Whiteman Wlw—T I As Preeres Palong Cassidy American Forum of the NBC Bob Steele Aldrich America Forum Garroway CBS Fred Waring Los Angeles Chicago Multiscope Paul Whitman Letes Angel Chiengeles

Gas Rate Boost Hearing Recessed in Ohio FPC Case

A Federal Power Commission hearing on wholesale gas rates for Ohio Fuel Gas was recessed until December 5. Parties must file new evidence and exhibits. it remains unclear if any rate increase will be passed to households in Cincinnati Dayton Lima and 21 other affected municipalities. FPC counsel asked for exhibits challenging the rate structure and earnings reasonableness.

Washington Power Commission Ohio Fuel Gas Company Cincinnati Dayton Lima FPC Ohio Fuel

Fire Chief Pickard Dies in Mount Vernon Ohio

Ulysses G. Pickard aged 85 longtime waterworks superintendent and Mount Vernon fire chief died yesterday after retiring June 1. He led local services for 66 years and was a prominent civic figure in Knox County.

Mount Vernon Ulysses G. Pickard

Large Dog Horizontal I Depicted Breed Of Dog

A historical crossword style item lists clues and answers for a large horizontal dog related puzzle. Entries include breed features and descriptive terms such as depictions of a dog with no break at the brow and various cross reference clues across multiple numbered slots.

Truman Talks Iran Aid As Western Right Flank

President Truman voiced hope to aid Iran and strengthen its army as a bulwark against Communism. The Shah Mohammed Reza Pahlavi discussed U.S. aid, military ties, and a shared goal of mutual assistance, with President Truman, Secretary of State Acheson, and generals present. The visit included a dinner and a ceremonial football game invitation.

Washington Truman Iran Shah Mohammed Reza Pahlevi Shah U. S Acheson Soviet Union Middle East Europe Congress Omar N. Bradley Joint Chiefs of Staff George Washington University Georgetown George Washington

Mt Zion Baptist Sunday school and services schedule

Mt Zion Baptist will hold Sunday school at 9 30 a m with Monroe Smith superintendent Devotions at 11 a m by Rev F H Hampton who will deliver the sermon Our Spiritual Oasis B Y P A convenes at 6 30 p m with Willie Bankston president in charge Evening worship at 8 p m

Monroe Smith F. H. Hampton Dely Willie Bankston

First Presbyterian Thanksgiving Programs and Services

First Presbyterian will hold a 9:29 a.m. Sunday school with a 9:44 a.m. program by Da vid W. Jacot, followed by a 10:45 a.m. worship led by Rev. Russell W. Galloway on God s Strange Economy. Westminster Fellowship holds candle-light service and Jaytees plan a special Thanksgiving program. attendees asked to donate foods or money for baskets.

David W. Jacot Russell W. Galloway Taxis Westminster Fellowship Jaytees

Kings Mills Baptist Sunday services and Sunday school

Kings Mills Baptist will hold Sunday school at 9 30 a m with Manford McGuffey in charge. The 10 45 a m service will feature a sermon by Rev C Holt Foster. Evening prayer and Bible study begin at 7 30 p m. On Tuesday a prayer service is planned.

Manford McGufffey C. Holt Foster

Monroe Methodist Church Evangelistic Services Begin

The Monroe Methodist Church and Amanda church Women’s Society of Christian Service present a worship hour demonstration on Advance Opportunities as part of the Methodist general advance program. Marilyn Cassacy will discuss the Wesley Foundation at Miami University, with Miss Calsacy also speaking. Rev. W. E. Ballinger preaches "Be Ye Thankful" as the two churches plan three weeks of daily united evangelistic services at United Presbyterian Church, excluding Saturdays.

Women’s Society of Christian Service Amanda Church Methodist Church Marilyn Cassacy Wesly United Presbyterian Church United

Radio Programs and Evening Schedule Listing

Radio schedule listing programs across WLW and WSAJ including Canary Show Sketches in Melody Midwestern Hayride and Grand Ole Opry with times from 1:00 to 11:00 and mentions of News Peter Grant and National Guard presence. The fragment shows varied program names like Dennis Day Hollywood Star Theatre and Indigo Nat Guard Rep amid a typical mid century broadcast lineup.

Dennis

Treasury Band Hollywood Bylines Football Roundup

The page surveys youth programs and community events featuring music and dancing. Highlights include Tiger Ellison performances, Boy Scouts activities, open Bible Hour, and a Jamboree hosted with Sen. Robert A. Taft listed among guests and organizers.

Tiger Ellison Boy Scouts Open Bible Hour

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