Middletown High Names 1949 50 Junior Class Officers
Two MHS football players will lead the Junior Class after Friday’s officer election. Ken Feinthal was named president and Dick Fiessinger elected vice president. Carolyn Jones was elected secretary and George Strodtbeck became treasurer. Final senior class election plans remain unsettled.
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Middletown High School
Ken Feinthal
Dick Fiessinger
MHS
Carolyn Jones
George Strodtbeck
Life Term Convict Frank Grandstaff Freed for Cantata
Tennessee life term prisoner Frank Grandstaff, 49, composer, was granted a week of freedom to travel to Big Spring Texas to hear his 70 page cantata performed at the town centennial. The release came after residents urged Gov. Browning to permit the trip.
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Nashville
Tenn
Tennessee
Texas
Frank Grandstaff
History
State Prison
Big Spring
Grandstaff
Cordon Browning
Argentina Signals Peso Devaluation Across Markets
Argentina prepares to devalue the peso as global currencies adjust after British moves and other nations. Papers note the need to revise exchange rates with no avoidance of monetary reform. A separate public notice lists probate and appointment actions in Butler County Ohio.
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Buenos Aires
Argentina
Htated
Britain
William M. Long
Anna
Middlelows
Ohio
Ea Jam M. Lang
County
Butler County Court Dockets Involving Rockwell and Gilbert Families
Hamilton resident Juanita Rockwell sues Dallas Rockwell for failure to support. Della Gilbert of Middletown files suit against Sherman Gilbert. Proceedings list addresses and party names in Butler County court records.
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Juanita Rockwell
Hamilton
Dallas Rockwell
Della Gilbert
Auburn St
Middletown
Sherman Gilbert
Neg’ T
Estate of Mary L Kendle Appraised at 116692.99
Middletown area estate of Mary L Kendle valued at 116692.99 with realty totaling 88000. Executorship handled by Oglesby Barnitz Bank and Trust Company as executor.
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Mary L. Kendle
Middletown
Oglesby-Barnitz Bank and Trust Company
Johnson named administrator of Ruth Johnson estate
Ernest C. Johnson, widower, was named to administer the Ruth Johnson estate of Wayne Township. The estate is estimated to include $4,000 in realty. Ruth Johnson died February 20, 1936.
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Ernest C. Johnson
Ruth Johnson
Wayne Township
Minnie Fleming Named Executrix for Fleming Estate
Minnie Fleming widow named executrix for the estate of C. O. Fleming of Middletown who died September 5. The estate is valued at about 100 dollars in personal property and 5000 dollars in realty.
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Minnie Fleming
C. O. Fleming
Middletown
Estate values listed for Hollowell heirs in Morgan Township
The Hollowell estate in Morgan Township is valued at 1475 dollars with Luella Hollowell and the estate shared among heirs. Russell Hollowell serves as administrator for the estate.
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Hollowell
Morgan Township
Luella Hollowell
Russell Hollowell
Dixon Lovely estate appoints administrator with will annexed
C. H. Taylor named administrator with will annexed for the estate of Dixon Lovely of Middletown who died August 20. The estate is valued at about $7,000 in personal property and $5,000 in realty.
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C. H. Taylor
Dixon Lovely
Middletown
Electron microscope hints at cancer cell behavior
In San Francisco AP reports Dr. Stafford Warren says electron microscopy reveals cancer cells with embryonic arms that can penetrate blood vessel walls. Normal tissue cells cannot pass capillaries as they would be dissolved by blood.
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San Francisco
Stafford Warren
Medical
University of Calif— At
Los Angeles
Tony
Warren
Notice of Election on Bonds for Middie Town School District
The Board of Butler County Ohio gives notice of an election in Middie Town to authorize bonds of the School District of Two Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars for erecting constructing enlarging remodeling and repairing school buildings. The poll will be open from the morning until 8 pm Ohio Time. By order of the Board Clerk Robert T. Stisinger dated Berea eganeer.
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Middietown
Ohio
Os Diacoes City
Butler County
Thobert 2
Stiisinger
Berea Eganeer
Brighten Rooms With Light Reflecting Colors Guide
A home improvement guide explains how wall and ceiling colors affect light in a room. It notes surface texture and glare, recommends ceiling reflections near 85 percent white, walls around 45 percent in light blues tans pinks or greens, and wet areas at about 20 percent with darker greens blues or maroons.
Casement Hinges Prevent Rusting for Home Windows
If your home has casement windows the hinges can rust over time. A simple preventative step helps avoid rusting and keeps the windows functioning smoothly.
Right Colors In Home Decoration Affect Mood And Health
Psychologists note color can influence life and health with light tones boosting cheer, while dark hues may depress. A color engineer found green can ease air sickness, brown and yellow may worsen it, and a bathroom example uses robin’s egg blue cream gray with dark brown floors and white fixtures to create a soothing yet lively space.
Albany Governor's House Displays Black Heart Brick Pattern
In early New York, Dutch houses featured colored brick patterns on their fronts to mark build dates. Albany's Governor's house notably showed two black heart-shaped brick motifs, signaling its age and design.
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New York
Albany
Wall Niche Telephone Cabinets
Telephone cabinets designed to fit a wall niche offer an interesting feature for homes and help solve the placement problem. Available in several styles for blend with interior decor and space.
House Site and Exterior Siding Decisions for Properties
The article discusses optimal house location on a lot to exploit natural features and privacy, emphasizing pleasing views, slope, trees, and overall property appearance. It also weighs whether to maintain weather boarding with repainting or apply asbestos siding, recommending asbestos over old boards if used, but notes suitability depends on inspection and local guidance.
Eight Room Frame House Seeks Exterior Repairs
A frame eight room house needs exterior repairs with weatherboard replacement. The owner asks about feasible scope and costs for weatherboard work to seal and restore the siding.
Clean Floor Surface Before Using Paint
The guide stresses cleaning and smoothing the floor before painting. Fill all nail holes, remove grease, then apply paint. After drying, wax to add lustre and durability, with regular wax renewal as maintenance.
Bath Heater Upgrade For Winter Comfort
Built in bathroom heater installation described as a timely improvement for winter mornings. The article notes compact design saves space and helps maintain warmth in interiors, drawers, and furniture interiors while offering styling options.
Cellar Stairs Demand Care In Construction
Caution urged for cellar stairs in home building. Despite bearing heavy loads they are often built carelessly. Emphasis on safety highlights railing and adequate head room as essential factors.
Home Owner Tips on Painting Metal Surfaces and Water Softening
The article advises painting metal roofs gutters and spouts to prevent paint peeling due to factory grease. It recommends thorough cleaning with soap and water followed by benzine, and removing rust with scrapers brushes or sandpaper. It notes mineral-rich water can be softened with equipment ranging from small inline units to whole-house systems, which may extend plumbing life.
New Incinerators Offered for Homes and Apartments
Portable garbage incinerators designed to reduce unsightly and difficult waste are now marketed for private houses as well as apartment buildings, promising easier cleanup and reduced maintenance.
Best location for a living room light switch
Place a light switch near the living room entrance so lighting is possible without entering the room. A three way switch at both the entry doors lets you control lights from either side. A kitchen vent fan reduces odors downstairs by making them less noticeable.
Best display window height depends on merchandise
The optimal window display height varies by product type. Clothing, furniture, plumbing and floor items look best lower, while hats, jewelry and ice articles should be shown at about table height.
Summer ventilation tips with roof louvers
The article suggests using large louvers in each gable end of the roof to vent and air space for summer cooling, reducing the need for costly installations.
Roof Ventilation Through Louvers on Hip Roofs
The text advises placing louvers as high as possible on hip roofs and suggests using louver dormers to improve ventilation between the ceiling and roof. It emphasizes maximizing louver height for better airflow.
Small home bath boosts space with shower stall swap
A second bathroom can be achieved by removing the tub and installing a shower stall. A complete bathroom with a shower in place of a tub fits in as little as five feet square given a favorable window setup.
Plaster Repairs and Preventive Measures
Cracked or loose plaster and wall coverings should be repaired promptly to halt further damage. Homeowners should consult a plasterer or builder before work to avoid worsening issues. Identify and fix underlying causes to prevent recurrence.
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