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Newspaper

Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1968

Page

2

Monkey Trial Set For Monday In County Court

Rocky Gadd 18 of 205 . 6 St. faces a theft charge over a monkey found in a Hamilton parking lot. Bill Avery 28 was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon after allegedly threatening Gadd with a pistol. The dispute centers on the animal and prior theft allegations.

Hamilton Clem F. Imfeld Jr Oxford Rocky Gadd B&l Hamilton-Richmond Road Here Gadd Bill Avery Avery

Lewisite Poison Gas Developed by American Scientist

A World War I era chemical agent named lewisite was created by an American scientist, marking a notable advance in chemical weapons development during the conflict.

Termites and Trust in House-to-House Canvassing

A cautious note warns homeowners about unknown canvassers and the risks of trusting strangers with property. The message emphasizes verifying a operator’s credentials before agreeing to work on termite control or home repair.

Civitan Pigeons Set to Fly Sunday in 7th Race

The Civitan Club reschedules its seventh annual pigeon race to 1:30 Sunday rain or shine. Harold Sherron announces. Doty House benefits from race profits. Pigeons cost $10 per bird with 75 miles from Goldman Park to Zanesfield Ohio.

Civitan Club Harold Sherron Doty House Civitan Goldman Park William Wiley Zanesfield Ohio

Franklin Street man gets 30 day jail in three counts

George Seigrist, 25, of Franklin Street, drew 30 days in jail for destruction of property trespassing and intoxication after a Oct 2 arrest at Tytus Avenue and Verity Parkway. He allegedly took a car from Elmer's Wrecker Service causing $400 damage.

Franklin Street George Seigrist Franklin St J. T. Lamb Tytus Avenue Verity Parkway Elmer’s Wrecker Service Plum St Kenneth E. Watson Calumet Ave Ninth Avenue Yankee Road Willard Ferguson Flemming Road Ferguson Ellen Drive Yesteday Larry R. Deck Eaton Ave

Alaska Surges in Oil Output After 1967 Rise

Alaska climbs to 10th among 32 petroleum producing states after 1967 output doubles from 1966. The early discovery in 1957 paved rapid growth in state production.

Juneau Alaska

This Day in History Highlights Major 1942 Cape Esperance Victory

Today’s history notes key events on October 12 including the 1942 Pacific Battle of Cape Esperance near Guadalcanal where American forces defeated Japan. Other entries cover Robert E. Lee’s death in 1870 and Khrushchev's shoe banging at the U N in 1960.

Associated Press Christopher Columbus America Robert E. Lee Lexington Peter II Yugoslavia Cape Esperance Guadalcanal Allied Control Council Germany Corregidor Fortress Rock Republic of the Philippines Nikita Khrushchev U.N. General Assembly Cebu Island Philippines West Germany West Berlin Mediterranean Turkey

Warren Held To Office By His Convictions

Washington AP reports Earl Warren, 77, reluctant to retire as chief justice. President Johnson says Warren should stay to protect foundations of government amid emotionalism and partisan pressure. Nixon leads polls on naming a new justice, risking a shift in legal philosophy if Warren leaves.

Johnson Abe Fortas Warren Senate Richard M. Nixon California Supreme Court United States Nixon Fortas Ren Hubert H. Humphrey White House Warren Court

Newlyweds Forbidden Matrimonial Bliss

California court limits living with husband during probation for marijuana possession. Anetta Peeler, 20, wed James Peeler, 23, who faces marijuana charges. court notes risk of consorting with a narcotics suspect and hints probation terms could be modified if both prove responsible.

Sacramento Calif California 3Rd District Court of Appeal Anetta Peeler Oroville James Peeler Peeler Chico State College Peelers

Lancaster to Host Benefit for Chicago Convention Arrests

Actor Burt Lancaster says a Sunday party at his Bel Air home will raise funds for the defense of more than 400 people detained during the Chicago Democratic National Convention disorders. The event is sponsored by the Committee of Arts and Letters for Sen. Eugene J. McCarthy and proceeds go to the ACLU. Actors serving as servers include Paul Newman Julie Adams Leonard Nimoy Donna Reed Carl Reiner Jill St. John Rod Serling Joanne Woodward and Don Murray.

Hollywood Burt Lancaster Chicago Lancaster Bel Air Committee of Arts and Letters Eugene J. McCarthy American Civil Liberties Union Paul Newman Julie Adams Leonard Nimoy Donna Reed Carl Reiner Jill St. John Rod Serling Joanne Woodward Don Murray

Nine Held on Neutrality Charges Over Ship Shellings

Federal indictments accuse nine men of violating U S neutrality laws in shelling foreign ships. The Po lanica attack at a Miami dock prompted U S apologies after Iron Curtain protests. Eight of the nine are in custody, with one suspect still sought. identities to be released at a hearing.

Miami, Fla U.S William Meadows Polanica Miami United States Iron Curtain Meadows

Expo 67 In Final Days

Expo 67 ends for the season as Man and His World goes into hibernation on Canadian Thanksgiving Monday after a five month run. Attendance surpassed 12 million by Friday with a holiday rush expected. Mayor Jean Drapeau predicts breaking even on 1968 operations and reopening May 29 for four months. total visitors reached 50 million.

Montreal Jean Drapeau

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