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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1961
Page
14
In 1961 autumn asserts dominance over the seasonal rhythm. The narrator notes the abrupt end of summer with a swift, decisive takeover. Furnaces rumble as boilers fire, signaling the season shift, while autumn advances with quiet, persistent influence.
A Sunday column extols autumn, its color and social allure in the Miami Valley. It then shifts to Middletown Fire Department preparations for Fire Prevention Week October 9 to 15, urging residents to be ready as cooler weather approaches and sirens prompt family action.
An exploratory stop led to a small blaze at a second residence, sparking quips about burned hamburgers. Firemen returned to the truck after a brief inspection, the crowd dispersing with mix of laughter and caution. The scene ends with reminders of the penalties for false alarms.
Miss Julie Ann Schmidt and St James P. Meyer married in Sts Peter and Paul Church Reading. Lt. Meyer stationed near Langley AFB Virginia will reside there after a wedding trip east. Attendants included Barbara Schmidt Joyce Sweeney and Mary Jo Gerrety with detailed bridal attire described.
The Boston Symphony Orchestra under Charles Munch performs in Cincinnati on October 17 at Music Hall marking his farewell as conductor after 13 years in Boston. Details list Munch’s Alsatian roots, the orchestra’s public trust status, thriving budgets, and ticket sales through Baldwin's Race Street office.
Miss Bernice Kirby and Airman John Theiss will wed at St. Mary's Church Franklin on Saturday Oct 14 at 9:00 a.m. Father Nicholas Schneider will officiate. A reception follows at Franklin American Legion Hall hosted by Mrs Hazel Roberts Miss Linda Owens and Miss Carol Smith. Irene Fulop Dayton maid of honor. Shirley Owens Nancy Braden bridesmaids. Cheri Harrison flower girl. Thomas Kirby brother of the bride will be best man. Ushers are Robert Young and Tom Sexon. Parents: Mr and Mrs Thomas B Kirby of N River St Franklin and Mr and Mrs Raymond Theiss of S River St Franklin.
The Merry Married Mixers held a ballroom dance with a World Series theme at the Manchester Motor Inn last night. Charles Kehrer led the orchestra. co chairs were Harry Bedford and partners. Attendees included a long list of couples and guests such as T. F. Abernethy, John Anderson, Ben Atchley, William Bailey, and many others.
In this brief note readers are advised that paper towels are useful inside cars for interior dusting and cleaning windshields and windows, helping maintain visibility while driving.
The top and bottom stairs of the basement should be painted white to improve visibility and reduce the risk of falls. Applying a bright white finish at these critical points helps distinguish edge and tread, benefiting all users.
To remove scorch spots, moisten them then expose to sunlight. Repeat several times if necessary to fade or lift the blemish from fabrics or surfaces.
Miss Sally Rodman Ritz daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Ritz of Chautauqua and Neil Withrow Hoel son of Mr and Mrs James Hoel of Oxford united in marriage at Franklin First Methodist Church at 7 30 pm Dr Gerstle Haggard officiated The bride wore a brocade suit with pearl crown veil and blue and white corsage The groom is an xray and medical technologist at Fort Hamilton Hospital They will live at 423 Eaton Ave Hamilton after a Florida wedding trip
A home cook considers adding turnips to a traditional pot roast with onions carrots and celery. The idea would blend root vegetables for a heartier dish.
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