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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1949
Page
2
City Commissioners will examine a detailed August fire activity report by Fire Chief William Fishbaugh. The report cites about 15,698 dollars in property loss, mostly from the Sorg Opera House fire, plus six emergency calls and three deaths among first aid cases.
An owner describes a dog suffering intense itching and skin irritation due to scratching. The ad promotes Rex Hunters Powders and a Pine Oil disinfectant priced at one dollar, claiming relief and easier grooming.
City Commission held a light meeting with little on tap after a lengthy prior session. Actions noted include Butler County’s Mayfield annexation reversal, charter revision progress, a $900 weed removal device for Street Department, and ongoing status for filling Water Works head and Chief Engineer positions. A Civil Service request seeks a new patrolman eligible list.
Members of the Miami Chapter of the Ohio Society of Professional Engineers heard an outline of early Ohio history at their first fall meeting in the old Gas and Electric Building. State Senator Richard Wilmer explained how a bill passes both state houses. Russell Stabler led as program chairman, and plans were set for the September 24 district meeting at Wilmington's General Denver Hotel.
An old Ohio advertisement urges dieters to skip starvation and use Rennel Concentrate with grapefruit juice. The claim: eat what you need, not more, and lose fat without thyroid issues. The pitch guarantees a refund if the bottle fails to show results after two tablespoons taken twice daily.
The City Planning Commission heard the first report on the city wide planning and zoning survey conducted by L Seger and Associates Cincinnati firm at the regular meeting. E W Combs of Segoe firm said workers are transferring land use survey data onto a map to be used as analytical data. The commission referred a subdivision plat by S H Kitchen to Combs for approval, with Breiel noting all subdivisions will follow this process during the survey.
Faton gates lift at the 1949 Preble County Fair opening day featuring 4-H steer judging at 9 a.m. followed by horse pulling, harness races in the afternoon, and a grandstand program with Armstrong Comedy Auto act Joe Sidney. Cal and Ruth Thompson perform with their white horse troupe before the ampitheatre crowd. Bill Pryor notes full merchant displays and three radio stations broadcasting from the grounds. County Agent C. C. Bowen reports over 100 entries in 4-H swine and cattle exhibits.
Arthur J. Frey was named chair man to plan a recognition meeting in October for Middletown drivers with outstanding safety records. Sam Tutt named Carl Lewis Thomas Ort man and LaVerne Yauch to assist. The division plans to publish in its bulletin the drivers with long safety records. A review of the Truck Rodeo was presented and Charles Dumford was thanked for his chairmanship. Budget report and new projects were discussed.
Shirley May France, 17, of Somerset, Massachusetts, flies to the United States after a transatlantic plane trip. She had attempted to swim the English Channel on Tuesday, declaring she will try again and eventually succeed.
Mansfield Ohio AP reports the Tappan Stove Company will recall the remaining 50 furloughed employees next week as production increases by 18 percent. W R Tappan, vice president, announced the plan yesterday.
A Lemon Township Athletic Association meeting at Monroe School outlined a new junior high football program for Lemon Town. 88 uniforms covering headgear pads pants and jerseys were ordered for Maple Park Monroe Amanda and Mayfield seventh and eighth graders. The inter-school league will have a schedule drawn up by principals and coaches with practice starting soon. A new Monroe High School Athletic Field fence and bleachers were purchased, dedication set for Saturday with Monroe facing Hamilton Catholic.
Twenty four indictments were returned after a three day session with 45 witnesses, including J. T. Riley Franklin mayor and attorney, charged with assault and battery. Others named include Dale Schleenauf Andrew Wilder Charles Smith Carl Carroll Ruth Collins Howard Eastham Donald Plummer Edward Bechtold Stephen Bechtold Paul Fields and more. The jury praised Sheriff Couden and condemned the jail as antiquated and inadequate, urging early improvement when finances permit.
Vital statistics note listing individuals Addie Zimmerman aged 86 of Lebanon V. Swope 87 and Minnie Young 68 of 517 Young Street with limited details of residence and ages.
Mr and Mrs Francis School of West Middletown announce a girl born Monday. Mr and Mrs James Ross of Franklin report a girl born Monday. Mr and Mrs John Thornberg of Baltimore Street report a girl born Monday. Mr and Mrs Enoch Barker of South Avenue report a boy born Tuesday. Mr and Mrs James Hughes of North Broad Street report a girl born Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Frank Klamp of Hamilton report a birth at Mercy Hospital Monday. Dr and Mrs Stanley Beck of Detroit announce a boy born Monday at Henry Ford Hospital. Mrs Beck is the former Evelyn Livsey. Maternal grandparents are Mr and Mrs John Livsey of Woodlawn.
In The Hospital Orville Agnew on Goldman Ave surgical. Miss Phyllis Owens daughter of Mr and Mrs George Owens of Franklin surgical. Elwood L Beatty on First Ave medical. Mrs W T Womack Hill Ave surgical. Luther Ikenberry Wibraham Rd surgical. Harold Miller on First Ave Mrs Luther Ross West Middletown surgical. Mrs Alton Combs McKinley.
Mrs Arnold Barnett Excello Mrs Olney Hammond Tren ton Route 1 Mrs Douglas Johnson Oxford State Rd Billy Jensen son of Mr and Mrs Dorin Jensen Pearl St William Stamper North Sut phin St Linda McGraw daughter of Mr and Mrs J M McGraw Sleebig Rd Mrs Weber Sebald Florence J Harry Morningstar Moore St
Thomas Steward aged 22 truck driver and Marilyn L Farris aged 18 from Hamilton Route 5. Fred N Rau 22 millwright of 13 Kenwood Drive and Ruth I Gunderson 23 of 908 Sixth Ave both in Middletown. Thomas O Connor 23 telephone company employee of 125 Grimes St and Marilee Cope 20 telephone operator of 2209 Carolina St both of Middletown.
The document highlights expansion of European exports to the western hemisphere, especially the United States, as essential to resolve global payments. It notes high European prices hinder competition with U.S. goods, limits on profit cuts, and suggests exchange-rate adjustments as a potential path to boost exports.
Cars driven by Nick J. Paulin 28 of 1802 Central Ave and Wallace Cable 35 of West Carrollton were damaged today on Route 25 south of Miamisburg. Paulin cited for unsafe operation after attempting to pass without safe distance. Great Britain's first adhesive postage stamp was made in 1840 bearing Queen Victoria.
Thomas A Galeese deputy registrar reports sales of driver licenses at the local Bureau are slowing after a brisk start. Motorists must carry a 1949 license or a duplicate if the old one is lost. Anyone driving after midnight September 30 must purchase a license this month. The Bureau at 1517 Central Ave operates weekdays 9 to 5 30 and Saturday 9 to 4. New rule: chauffeurs must be 18, under 16 cannot obtain a license.
Collections for the emergency polio fund campaign rose with firemen raising $360.15 at the March of Dimes booth on Central Ave bringing the total to $1,793.15 per county campaign chairman Martin Thomas. Today the Knights of Columbus staff the booth while Loyal Order of Moose members will solicit Wednesday. John Fitzgerald and Paul Cre tors lead the local drive with house to house efforts and other programs planned.
At the Paramount Tuesday shows The Stratton Story starring James Stewart and June Allyson with multiple daily times. The Scar with Joan Bennett and Paul Henreid plus Let's Live a Little with Hedy Lamarr and Robert Cummings also listed. Strand Tuesday features Masacre River starring Guy Madison Rory Calhoun and Sky Liner with Richard Travis Pamela Blake with multiple showtimes. Wednesday listings include Chicken Every Sunday with Dan.
Hilbert H Martin Middletown Postmaster says three new one and one half ton Dodge delivery trucks will be purchased by the Post Office Department to serve the local office. First delivery since the Post Office opening expected to be a holiday for all employees as they view the new equipment. Presently five trucks in operation, from 1920 and 1931 models. Two of the trucks will remain in service. Detroit contractor supplying the trucks with large body capacity.
Dailey and Celeste Holm appear in screenings at 2 40, 5 40 and 8 50 p m The program also offers Night Train to Memphis with Roy Acuff at 1 15, 4 20, 7 25 and 10 30 p m The listings outline multiple daily showtimes and associated acts.
Hilbert H. Martin Middletown Postmaster announced the recommended appointment of five ex servicemen as probational substitute carriers in Civil Service effective October 1. The nominees are Emmett L. Gregory 811 Seventeenth Ave Robert L. Brammer 2109 Sheffield St Harold Coldiron 220 Leibee St Donald E. Mur ehy Middletown Route 2 and Robert W. Fiesher 407 Garfield St.
Final plans for the Sportsmen's Club Carnival will be decided at the regular monthly meeting at the Sportsmen's Club today at 7:30 p.m. Don Carey announced. He said the program will be a surprise to all attendees.
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