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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1955
Page
2
Thompson calls another meeting with the employe committee after the city proposed four percent raise was rejected. The commission noted the offer is the best within the budget while the employees seek five percent plus fringe benefits.
The City Plan ning Commission received a routine referral of a rezoning request by the Oglesby Barnitz bank to establish a second branch on a two acre tract near Germantown Road and Verity Parkway. Plans show an Early American structure fronting Verity Parkway and were prepared by Bramenburg Switzer.
Acting City Manager Charles W Thompson ordered Patrolman Wil ford Palmer suspended for fifteen days on charges of carelessness and insubordination. The five year Middletown officer's suspension began August 29 with pay halted, based on Police Chief Joseph Blackmore's recommendation. The officer resides at 1305 Wrenn Ct.
A 13 year old boy Homer Hendrick son of Franklin Rt. 1 slipped and fell from a silo at his home this morning. He suffered an internal injury and was admitted to surgery at 10 15 am at Middletown Hospital. His family rushed him to the hospital.
Police received two dog bite calls yesterday. Howard Johnson aged 7 was bitten on the cheek at 2909 Fleming Rd. Brenda Corbin age 4 of 2806 Shartle St was bitten on the left hand by a stray dog. Curtis Watson age 25 of 1616 Garfield St was arrested at home on a disorderly conduct warrant.
A D Johnson aged 26 residing at 1610 Rudson Ave was arrested at his home last night on a charge of driving under suspension.
City Health Commissioner Robert McConaughy received state praise from Leo Ey chief of laboratories for efficient tests. The letter states no deviations from standard methods and continues approval for bacterial plate counts microscopic coliform counts and phosphatase tests on water samples. The lab was surveyed August 17 by a state bacteriologist and the approval lasts while McConaughy leads the lab.
Two minor traffic incidents were logged by city police. The main crash at Garfield Street and Michigan Avenue involved Delmas Birch and Evelyn Turner, causing $110 in damage. A second collision at Central Avenue and Morrison Street involved Joyce Byrd and Reece Oliver, with $50 damage.
The Rev. Bert Perkins hosted a Brooklyn guests dinner at 701 18th Ave with Mrs. Perkins assisting. Public services at Holiness Tabernacle of the Universe 7 30 p m with Rev. William Briggs speaker. Pringle held prayer service at 1016 Har over Ave 7 30 p m Saturday. Rosebud Club meets 8 30 p m at Mrs Mattie Trammell 1307 Michigan Ave. Hearts of Stone Club barbecue and fish fry 3 p m tomorrow at Chancy Massey 905 8th Ave.
Morningstar of the Water Works notes August rainfall at 0.90 inches, well below 1954's 6.60 inches. Temperature averaged 82 F versus 75 F last year, while water pumpage rose by 34,995,000 gallons compared to August 1954 and the static water level sits around 32 feet.
A public hearing in Middletown drew fifteen residents and a state engineer who outlined a four lane realignment of Rt. 4 between Middletown and Hamilton. Despite concerns over home impacts, no opposition was voiced and no construction start date was given. The plan relocates 47 miles at Le Sourdsville and shifts 1.55 miles east of Excello while adding access points at Verity Parkway and Pinta Avenue.
Fenwick High School reports 286 enrolled students including 58 seniors 16 juniors 75 sophomores and 92 freshmen. Principal Rev Julian Krusling notes a rise from last year and anticipates more registrants before school opens. Students may pick up books and supplies tomorrow and Saturday with a half day Tuesday and regular classes starting Wednesday.
Lemon Monroe High School will issue books and supplies on or after opening day. Principal W. Davis announced the change, aligning with Roosevelt Junior High and McKinley Junior High. Students should bring 25-cent locker fees and lunch money for opening day as the cafeteria operates.
Ten Middletown independent unions and the American Red Cross launch cash only flood relief appeal for the East. A downtown booth at Broan Street and Central Avenue collects funds while Red Cross offices also receive donations.
At The Movies four theaters schedule Thursday and Friday showings. Paramount shows Road to Denver and You're Never Too Young with multiple times. Strand screens I Cover the Underworld Thunder in the East and Shane Cry Vengeance across various slots. Colonial presents Passion Reap the Wild Wind and How To Be Very Very Popular at several times. Dixie Cruise In offers King of the Kyber Rifles and Worly For Ransom in late night slots.
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