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Council gets message "News Okay for cattle, but not trucks; Linden rail underpass may close Thursday, November 9,1972 Journal News, Hamilton, Ohio Page 15 ByBILLMcDDLIN Journal-News Writer The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad underpass at Zimmerman and Corwin Aves. in Lindenwald may be according to a report given Hamilton City Council during Wednesday night's meeting. Jack Kirsch, director of public works, said the closed to vehicular railroad notified him it may Ceremonies, tour on Saturday to mark monument restoration Two years of planning and development will be climaxed Saturday, at 10 a.m. with the formal opening of the restored Soldiers, Sailors and Pioneers Monument. The public is invited to participate in the brief opening ceremony and tour the Monument, according to Jim Blount, chairman of the Hamilton Association of Trade and Industry's Monument Restoration Committee.

At 9:55 a.m. Robert Stuart, commander of Durwin-Schantz Post 138 of the American Legion, will present an American Flag for display in the Monument to Cale Logsdon, president of the Butler County Commissioners, James Pease president of HATI and Mr. Blount. The annual veterans parade will begin at 10 a.m. and pass in review in front of the Monument as it turns east on High St.

The opening ceremony will take place immediately following passage of the parade. Participating in the ceremonies at the Monument in addition to Mr. Logsdon, Mr. Pease and Mr. Blount will be Paul Sherlock, director of the Travel and Tourist Bureau of the Department of Community and Economic Development of the State of Ohio.

Mayor Frank Witt of Hamilton and William Harbin of Fairfield, or their have been invited to participate. Rev. Richard W. Reiss, minister of the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, will deliver the invocation and Rev. Frank L.

Kinsman, associate pastor of the Front Presbyterian Church, the benediction. Nearly 400 individuals, organizations, companies and the Hamilton Community Foundation have contributed in excess of $15,000 to make the Monument's restoration possible. In addition the Butler County Commissioners have also invested considerable funds in helping to restore the interior of the building itself. Exhibits have been prepared depicting the military history of Butler County from the early days of Fort Hamilton through the Korean War. A special room has been left vacant for the history of the Viet- close the structure because of damage to the span by trucks.

Kirsch's remarks came in answer to a questin by Vice Mayor Richard Law concerning rumors that the underpass may be closed. "The underpass originally was constructed as a cattle Hamilton pass," Kirsch said, "and is not of proper size for vehicular traffic. It has been used by vehicles for many years, but contains no easement for public right-of- way." Kirsch said he plans to contact the railroad Thursday to determine future of the underpass. It has been used by motorists to cross the railroad when Belle and Laurel Avenues are blocked by trains. When this happens, the next open crossing to the north is South Hamilton crossing, and the next open crossing to (he south is-St.

Clair which is just south of the State Rte. 4 underpass. i a a Beckett said he had received reports a petitions have been signed by some residents in the area asking the railroad to close the underpass. It is only one-lane wide, and has been the scene of numerous accidents through Ihe years. Law said businesses in the area should be alerted to the possibility the underpass may be closed.

Mayor Frank Wilt said complaints has been received that juveniles have been dropping rocks on automobiles going through the underpass. Kirsch indicated he will contact the railroad to determine the future of the underpass. council a report on safety measures being undertaken by school officials in giving instruction to school children on safe and proper use of the buses. The safety program was started Monday in cooperation wilh Hamilton police and the Safety Council. Gof a minute? by McDulin Council gave first reading to an ordinance to extend the hours of the Farmer's Market at the Butler County Courthouse to 3 p.m.

on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. The present ordinance requires the market to close at 12:40 p.m. Mrs. Robert E. Schulte, 1895 Howcll told council she believes the market is "a strong attraction to bring people downtown" but lhat she does not agree with the proposal to extend the hours.

She urged council to take steps to encourage persons to use the 12 vacant spaces now around market. Mrs. Emma Kerns, 329 Lockwood asked council to consider employing and placing a school crossing guard at Erie Blvd. and Dayton St. City Manager Edward C.

Smith said all crossing guard sites are being studied and a report will be filed with council at the Nov. 22 caucus meeting. UNIFORMS from several wars are among the new exhibits in the refurbishe'd Soldiers, Sailors and Pioneers Monument in Hamilton. This one is from World War I. In the background is one of (he (wo large stained glass windows at the Monuipent which honor the women of Hamilton who also served their country during wartime.

Journal- News photo by Dick Burns. The previously defeated ordinance which will require traffic to stop for school buses loading and unloading passengers in the city was given first reading. Dr. James Fry, superintendent of schools, attending the meeting and presented A change in zoning to 1-2 Industrial, from Four Family residence, on the east side of S. Eighth between Hanover and Walnut was approved by council.

This aetfon and the vacating of eight feet of S. Ninth St. is to pave the way for the proposed expansion program of Hamilton Tool. Other legislation cons i Hamilton's Neighborhood Development Program, the trimming of trees on the curb line, and the transfer of to replace a police cruiser. One of Hamilton's all-time great harmonica players is coming back to town.

Only thing is, he's not coming back as a famed moulh organ player, he's returning as an inlernationally-known author, artist and illustrator. We always thought of him as "Melba's big brother." The Melba being, Mrs. Fred Meyers, 1025 Elizabeth Dr.ve, one of my classmates. Melba's big brother is Robert McCloskey, for whom The Children and Young People's Department at Lane Public Library is named. He will make a guest appearance at the Library next Monday to open National Children's Book Week.

But back to the harmonica. Bob Mastered it at an early age. He played it with great gusto and charm at the Hamilton YMCA and at Camp Card where he taught harmonixa playing as well as art and hobbies. This was back during those depression years. In addition to trying to teach us thick-tongued youngsters harmonica, Bob spent hours carving totem poles at Camp Card.

Not only did we consider "Melba's big brother" the greatest harmonica player around, we considered him the finest totem pole maker south of Alaska. Bob's first literary effort, for which he also did (he illustrations, was "Lentil," which came out in 1940. It is the story of a boy and his harmonica in typical Midwest town. This story of the young harmonica player is partly autobiographical. Bob's written and illustrated seven other awarding- winning books since "Lentil," and he has been illustrator for seven other books.

Melba's big brother won his first important commission in 1934, the execution of the bas-reliefs for the City Building in Hamilton. When the new City Building was dedicated on Nov. 24, 1935, the program called attention to "Ihe young scultor (Melba's big brother) was caught the spirit of civic growth from pioneer days to the present, and has forcefully depicted many phases of our community and national enterprise." Yes, Melba's big brother will be back in town Monday. And there are dozens of fellows my age who hope he brings his harmonica with him. nam conflict once it is terminated.

Jack Armstrong of Studio Graphics has designed and created the exhibits. William Reigers, a retired Beckett Paper employee, has refinished much of the beautiful woodwork and doors in the Monument as well as building many of the display cases. Mr. Blount wrote the display scenario. One of the prize exhibits on display according to Mr.

Blount, is a military hat worn by a Captain Miller during the American Revolution. Captain Miller gave the hat to his son, Ellis, who wore it when he marched out of Fort Hamilton in 1791 with General Arthur St. Clair to do battle with the Indians. Military uniforms which were actually worn by Butler County residents are displayed on life size mannequins. These dale back as far as the Civil War.

Many artifacts of this same span in time also may be viewed. "We urge all of our citizens to avail themselves of the opportunity to visit the Monument," Mr. Blount said. "We are aware that many, including life-long residents, have never set foot in the building." "Now this is one of the finest exhibitions of military history in the state. Its viewing will be a rewarding experience for all of Butler County's citizens," he concluded.

The Monument will be open to the public from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day of the week, including Saturday and Sunday. Fairfield school board names clerk-treasurer Veteran's day parade, rites slated Saturday Three divisions including several school bands will participate in a Veteran's Day parade Saturday morning in Hamilton. Pupil quizzed on school fires Harding Junior High School officials met Wednesday with a Harding pupil believed to have been responsible for a series of wastepaper or disposal can fires this week at the school.

Donald Delaney, principal, said that three fires were started Tuesday, and one Monday. The fires yesterday included Iwo in girls' reslrooms and one near the school industrial arts room. The fire on Monday was started in Ihe girls' restroom on the first floor, Delanev said. The principal also reported that a Harding pupil has been expelled for pulling a knife on a substitute teacher last week. Veterans organizations, city officials, police and firemen also are slated to take part, according to W.O.

Clark, American Legion publicity chairman, who announced the parade lineup today. Following a Flag presentation ceremony al Ihe High St. Monument, the parade will begin at 10 a.m., proceeding east on High St. and on to Greenwood Cemetery where memorial rites will be held at 11 a.m. Chaplain for services will be Col.

Eldon Huchison. The program commemorates the Nov. 11 World War I Armistice, which traditionally has been Frank Lane; Parade Marshall, Robcrl Stuart, commander of Post 1SB; American Legion women's auxiliary; American Legion, Sons of Legion, Junior a i i a Badin High School Band, Hamilton Mayor Frank Witt, Hamilton council members, Hoosevell Junior High Band, Hamilton Police, Harding Junior High Band. Second Division-Veterans of Foreign Wars Color Guard; VFW drill team, VFW Junior auxiliary, Tafl High School Band; Fairfield Mayor William Harbin; Butler County Sheriff's a a Elementary School Drill Team, Wilson Junior High ByJIMBARNETT Journal-News Wriler Charles Whitson has been named clerk-treasurer of the Fairfield Local School District by the board of education. The board approved a resolution appointing Whitson at the board of education meeting at Fairfield Junior High School.

Formerly clerk-treasurer of the Milford Exempted School District, Whitson has 17 years experience as a a business manager in Reading, Wyoming and Milford. Married and (he father of one son, he attended Sue Bennett College and has taken additional work at several area universities. He is a member of the National Association of School Business Officials and the Ohio Associalion of School Business Officials. He is pasl president of the i Association of School Employees and a member of the Ohio Council for Educalion. Whitson replaces Mrs.

Mary While who is retiring after 25 years service to the district. Board president Frank Kelly said the selection was difficult wilh "great talent represented in the 14 ap- plications received." Board a recommendation to member Mrs. Margaret Cropenbaker from High echoed Kelly's School Lunsford feelings. In other action the board awarded a bid of $5,300 to Kelly Carpenter for roof repair al the Central Elementary School. Upon the recommendation of school i Cropenbaker, Ihe board appointed Mrs.

Myrlle Principal Dale Beckelt. The only exception would come in the csse of a senior wilh one or two quarters of work left, who would then be considered a special student, Ihe recommendation said. The same recom- a i i school allendance of pregnant girls. Cropenbaker The Associated Press carried an item lasl week of' the death of Johnny Long, 56, of a heart attack in Parkersburg, W. Va.

Johnny was the leader of "The Johnny Long Orcheslra" back in the era of big bands. His hits included "Old Shanly Town," which sold over four million copies. Hundreds of Golden Triangle residents were at- Iraclcd lo Moon Light Gardens at Coney Island to hear and see his orchestra, since Johnny made regular visits there. Many were attracted to Johnny's orchesira because four Hamilton men were members. They are George Mehas, Ray Brnadhoff, Ken Schrudder and Gene Leshner.

One of my prized possessions'is an autographed photo, "To Bill, best of luck, Johnny Long," obtained when he and his orchesira appeared at the old Paramount Theater, now the site of (he Citizen's Bank parking lot. We had the pleasure of interviewing him during that appearance. While Johnny was 56, he had just completed his bachelor's degree at Marshall University and was planning lo enler Ihe teaching profession. Wlial a great music teacher he would have been. Civic music opens on successful note Stewart head bus driver to said lhat obtaining stale replace Ed Luedtke.

approval for home sludy for girls is difficult The need for a fence formerly proposed for the play area al the Soulh School was tabled pending i i Cropenbaker said a fence would not be necessary because of relocation of the play area away from traffic. Mrs. Lunsford said she would like to see the area before deciding. The board approved a resolution transferring $5,278.98 from the general fund to NDEA, Title I I I $4,000 from Ihe general fund to Ihe workbook fund and gave approval lo transfer within the building fund appropriation $170,000 from equipment code to construction code. Married students should receive no special cons i a i discriminalion according to pregnant girls is because Ihe application blank is designed lo apply lo a i a sludents ralhcr Ihan expectant mothers.

Cropenbaker reported that the bus overload problem has been resolved. Mrs. Lunsford, noting the rccenl heavy rain, suggested lhat something be done to provide shelter for children waiting for buses in such wealher. The board granted a request for leave of absence for Mrs. Phoebe Morris, high school teacher for Ihe remainder of the 1972 73 school year.

A a i to adopt job descriptions and qualificatiois for junior high school academic depart- heads was tabled pending further discussion. Police round up youths after Fairfield fights Ten youths, four of Band, World War I Veterans taltpn the date for for the juvenile age, were taken wi- Veteran's Day observance until the past Iwo years. Veteran's Day now is officially observed in October, officers, Air Veleran's Day dinner- Force recruiling, Navv dance programs also are planned Saturday night at the Durwin-Schanlz Legion Post and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 1069. Parade lineup: First Division -American Legion Post 138 Color Guard; Uncle Sam, into custody Wednesday by mH Y'u Fairfield police, following investigalion of a series of A gang fights Saturday night and early Sunday morning reciuiiuiK, in recruiting, Mini Tigers, Van mal Clly Buren Drill Team, George Fairficld Police Chief Washington Junior High Sam Bowling reported Band, Hamilton Fire that officers also recovered Department. a i organizations desiring to lake part in the parade may tire tools, a chisel, a motorcycle chain and "evidence of other weapons." notify Ihe Legion post, 892- cited for disorderly 0859.

conduct are Michael Rice, 18,41 CochranRoad; James Napier, 18, 57 Cochran Road; Barry Paddock, IB, 3359 Millville-Reily Road; Waller Roberts, 18, 534 Puthoff and Mark Retherford, 18, 3106 Minton Road, all of Hamiton, and Ricky Singleton, 18, 671 Weaver Fairfield. They were all released on Iheir own recognizance, and are scheduled to appear in Fairfield Municipal Court at 0 a.m. Tuesday. The four juveniles were turned over to Butler County Juvenile Court. Police said Ihe gang fights, lale Salurday night in Hicks Manor Shopping Center, Dixie Fairfield, and early Sunday morning on Cole Drive, Fairficld, resulted in 10 injuries and four a i i damaged.

Officers indicated that further investigation may result in additional arrests. The investigating officers are Ptl. Homer Fink and Sgl. Tom Marsh. By ESTHER CAWEIN For the Journal-News The Hamilton Area Civic Music Association opened its 1972-1973 season with Duo Harpists Longstreth and Escosa al Garfield High School auditorium.

Because of Iheir popularily here last year, it was suggested by many who had heard them that they be included in Ihis year's series. The program had a group of baroque transcriptions including selections from Handel, Haydn and Bach played in Ihe best 18lh century Iradition. In the Two churches burglarized; blood found Two churches were burglarized i Ihe night, Hamilton police reported. Enlered were the Trinity Episcopal Church, 115 N. Sixth and the Bclh Israel Synogogue, Sixth and Buller Sis.

Change from a soft drink machine appeared the only Ihing stolen at i i Nothing was believed stolen at Beth Israel. Patrolman Steve Collins said several doors were damaged at Trinity and the intruder a a was injured. Blood was found at the scene. Blood also was found at Beth Israel, indicating, the officer said, that burglary followed the one at Trinity. No estimate of damage was made.

In each case, an oulcr door was pried open. second group Ihe imp i i represented by Debussy in The Girl with the Flaxen Hair and Clair du lune followed by Ravel's Mother Goose Suite with all its innocent charm. Escosa is not only a superb harpist but also a talented composer for his instrument. His compositions were represented by popular 17th century courl music, Three Dances for Two Harps, a Gavolte the Menuetto and the Giga. His most recent composition, Trompe L'Oeil, written lo demostrate the full versatility of the harp as a solo instrument was also included.

Longslreth also gave a brief history of the harp, showing its evolution from the primilive instrument of ancient Egypt and Babylonia to the complicated one of the 19th and 20lh centuries. The selections from the Sound of Music was a delight to Ihe audience as demonstrated by its applause. This was followed by a mosl unusual number, Folk Melodies Sakura, which recreated the sounds of the koto, the national instrument of Japan. As Ihe koto is associalod with Japan, the harp is identified wilh Ireland. A medley of lovely Irish airs followed.

The program concluded wilh a group of soldier songs, Home is the Soldier and Frere Jacques, a round popular with school children. For an encore. Longstreth and Escosa presented the Malaguena by do Falla. The program was wfill-balanced, a i played and enjoyed by Ihe audience. Next in the scries will be Ronald Holgatc, rising young ccnccrl and operatic baritone, al Garfield High School on January 25..