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PAOE TWO THE MIDDLETOWN. OHIO. SUNDAY NEWS JOURNAL SUNDAY MORWINO. FEBRUARY 12. 1159.

Middletown During The Week Abbott Murder Case, Coal Strike Effects Top News Interest Here By FRANK MYERS Middletown bridge, and resurfac- Journal City Editor ing tlle southern end of Verit Tm -i i Pktt'V. i conve in I In" other action they receive Middletown last week hinged! around the velopments assistant day by day de- in the Marie Abbott murder trial, first effects of the national coal mining stoppage quietly took hold. They were, nowever, neither serious nor expected to be long lasting. They cut back the number of passenger trains servicing the city and slowed down mail deliveries, causing inconveniences, but no hardships. A o's Middletown plants had enough coal for two Coal dealers said SUD- for heating homes were adequate, though choice and ouality were below normal.

The fact that the President had invoked the Taft-Hartley law was enough to indicate some -solution would be forthcomig soon. WHAT Cyril (Sco'ty) Gordon i he be able to get a new tr'al now? That's vhnt were asking at v-eeK's efid. following the ac- ouittal of Mrs. Abott in a second trial on a charge of having conspired to kill IVTs. Aboit's Eeily Township farmer-husband the night of May 31, 1948.

Mrs. Abott had been granted a new trial (she was ronvicted of second degree murder in the first, while Gordon, her admitted lover, was convicted of first degree murder, with rnendation of a from the new city mai ager screening and advisor committee relative to a system by which some 38 plicants would be judged. Because of a build-up in th amount of city business the scheduled an extra session las night to discuss major problems. a number ELSEWHERE in the city new dog warden was appointed Middletown has been withou supervision over its estimate: 2,000 dog population since 194 when the County Commis sion. cutting back expenses, re duced the number of warden in the county to one.

Pressure: recently from Health Commis sioner Dr. L. C. Neer and Board of Health brought results last week when the county ap pointed Tony Barker as loca warden, authorized purchase a truck and construction of cage. The city had been fortu nate up to now --there had been no rabies cases in the city limits for a year, but the number of strays had increased sharply.

a recom- mercy) -by the Ohio Supreme Court which ruled that the joint trial in 1948 had been illegal. While no one presumed to know what Gordon's status rright be following the rulina. Mrs. Abott was at her parents' Erookville, home preparing to go to California to get custody of her two children, Phyllis, 13. and Dale, 9.

The next story might be her fight to regain Custody of the children. nmv care relatives. of her husband's THESE also were among other rrmior developments last week income tax filing time neared as the office of Internal Revenue reported an uoswing in activity: Building nerrmts ta-cen out for construction of a war memorial Cemetery and for a First Presbyterian Church on East Central Ave. (ground- b'-eaking ceremonies for the church were held yesterday afternoon.) The Earle Hotel chain took over on a 10-year lease a Main St. building which has been operated as the Milner Hotel.

Remodeling is planned. Reaching the surface late ir the week were of re- ononed negotiations for a new Ohio Bus lines terminal here Among sites being studied was one in the Vail Ave. Clinton St. area. The Board of Education announced it would take construction bids on the new Highview i Ed.

grade school on March 23. PERSONALITIES: Schenck Simpson, veteran Franklin scout leader, received the coveted Silver Beaver award at the 1950 annual area banquet in Lebanon. Cecil Runyan was elected president of the newly organized Middletown Independent Gasoline Dealers' Association. Patrol Reports Four Accidents State patrolmen reported a siege of minor accidents yesterday, out said no one was injured. Extensive damage resulted to a truck operated by Floyd Reed, 29, of Cincinnati, which overturned on Route 25, north of Monroe.

'The truck was carrying soft drinks. Patrolmen said Reed told them the truck began to sway as he started down the hill and then went out of control. D. E. Reichclderfor.

comtroller of Armco, was named to the taxation committee ol the Ohio Chamber of Commerce Calvin Verity, president of the First National Bank nnd presently serving on the staff of Gen eral MacArthur in Japan, scheduled to March after a wa return home i year overseas. David Lilienthal, chairman the Atomic Energy Commission was announced as speaker be fore a group of Hamilton stud ents on March 8. Ruth Heffner, director of th Civic Association's Bureau Public Health Nursing, resigne the post effective March 1. Dr. Anson Hayes, retired vice- president of Armco steel Corpo ration, was principal speaker a the Rotary Club's annual rural meeting.

Tilmon A. Ellison was electee 1950 president of the Middletown Bosters Club. Cpl. Dan Mahoney, command ing officer of Middletown's Pos No. 9.

Ohio State Highway Patrol since 1945, resigned to take the post of safety director foi the Haeckel Express at Hamilton, i William Kent, local Legionnaire, was named 1950 "chair- nan of the American Legion's Boys' State program. W. S. "Steve" Geckeler, Mid- recreation director, was reappointed for a third year bv he local board at a ion meeting. L.

J. Bolles, former Middle- onian, was named sales execu- ve of WKRC-TV. Dr. John Odgers. state direc- FIVE ARRAIGNED IN BIKE II" Brllmfci ound Shot Behind Car Wheel KANSAS CITY, Kas.

(AP) -Riding triple on a bicycle was 'Maior John L. Luther, one- the most serious charge to come aide en Mark Qlark, was found shot to death Saturday behind the steering before the bicycle court yesterday when five cases were heard. Besides this charge, the owner of the bicycle became the first de- dtendant to be charged with three violations. In addition to riding two other boys on his bicycle he was cited for riding at night without lights or reflector and riding oner set the time of death tween 6 and 7 a. m.

At Fort Leavenworth, 30 miles away, the public information lice said Col. Elwyn D. Post, wheel of his parked automobile, chief of staff of the college Officers said they believed would appoint a three-man in- 30-year-old officer from Clay vestigating board. City, was the victim of robbers. sidewalk or a gravelec TROOP-CARRYING SUB--The USS Perch, one oJ the Navy's Dew troop-carrying submarines, is seen in'Women's Bay, Kodiak, Alaska.

This is the first phcto released by the Navy of the new underwater transport. Damage estimated at S125 re suited from an acident on Route 73, west of the Warren Butler county line. Officers said a car driven by Alex Rhodus. 58, of Franklin Route 1. struck the rear of another car also driven west by Raymond Kinzer, 26, of 819 Union Franklin.

Cars driven by Robert Thyer, Toledo, and John IMercier of Dayton were damaged on Route 25. north of Franklin, when both cars attempted to pass a third vehicle and collided, police said. R. E- Abrams, 23, of 208 Hollyhock Franklin, was cited to appear before Mayor Thomas Linn of Monroe on a charge of speeding. He was arrested 15, patrolmen said.

on Route IN CITY AFFAIRS: City Commissioners authorized tim- major street improvement pro- R'-nm? involving total exoendi- of $115,000. They approved purchase of 28 acres of land from the P. Lorillard Company for $43,000 to permit street extension and elbow room in the vicinity of the proposed Nelbar- Shafor St. underpass; acquisition of land from the Oglesby Barnitz Bank to allow widening the eastern approach on West OBITOARY Mrs. Emma Witner Funeral services for Mrs.

Emma Barbara Witner, 86, of 2001 Central will be held Monday at Leffler 3 p. m. at the McCoy- Funeral Home. The Rev. Kenneth Learey of the First Methodist Church will officiate.

Mrs. Witner died Friday afternoon at her home. She had been ill since Christmas. KILLED BY AUTO WIERTON, W. VA.

CAP) -An auto struck and killed 69-year- old Guv Turner of Steubon-ville, Saturday. He was walking to work. or of vocational guidance, was cheduled a speaker for the fii-d ndustry-Educator session here ebruary 20. MISCELLANY: The Butler County recorder renorted snips of 489 new vehicles in the county during January. More than 19,000 boxes of cookies were ordered for the annual Girl Scout cookie sale project scheduled for March 11.

County rural obstruction looked ahead to high-level activity this spring with a record p'ru-t of $158,980 in permits issued in January. Higher medical costs boosted the city's January relief expenditures above the 1949 level. The City's anti-aircraft artillery National Guard unit underwent annual inspection by the Second Army and received a satisfactory rating. In Lemon Township were Ceremonies Start Work On New Church Bright skies shown as the con- regation of the First Presbyterian hurch gathered to "begin a great dventure" when ground was roken yesterday afternoon for its new church on East Central Ave between Park Dr. and Euclid Ave.

About 300 persons were in attendance. Using the Armco silver spade which has signaled many successful building projects, W. H. Minton, elderly church treasurer, lifted the first spadeful of ground. He was followed by other members of the congregation.

Preceding the ground-breaking! dedication services included a number of church and city leaders. Joe Ayres directed the program and described the beginning of the first building phase, estimated a a cost of $226,000 as "the beginning of a great adventure which is not just for the good of our own faith but will make the city richer now and in the future." The Rev. Russell Galloway, pastor of the church, spoke of the Whisky Aging Keg Supply Threatened WOOSTER, O. (AP)--Oak Wilt, which resembles the Dutch Elm disease, is threatening- the supply of kegs necessary for aging whisky, says Paul E. Tilford, executive secretary of the National Arborists Association here.

The new infection, he adds, is found in Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri and the northwest section of Indiana. When and if it will reach Ohio, Tilford couldn't say. Oak lumber is extensively used for liquor kegs, he related, adding- that it is also used for floors, furniture and doors. on the path. The court considered the triple riding charge particularly dangerous and ordered the bicycle impounded for two weeks.

Other violations included vio- ating a stop street ordinance. Tour other bicycle riders were ordered to turn in themes and one bicycle impounded for a week. Two defendants from last week who failed to appear in court will be visited by police this week. Ten defendants from last week handed in themes ranging from 75 to 300 words. Court personnel for the week were: Fred Benadum, chief judge; Tom Byrne, associate Major Luther, a student at the rom the Major Lulher, a World War II combat veteran, was graduated Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, had been shot twice in the head and once in the hip, apparently with a .32 caliber revolver.

His face had been beaten. The car was parked two blocks i west of the Fairfax Airport in the Fairfax industrial district. It was noticed Saturday morning by a bus driver who reported it to police. SheriffJRoy A. Ferguson said robbery apparently was the motive.

No billfold was.found in officer's pockets and the left hip pocket had been disturbed. Identification of the officer was made by Major S. E. Baker, a fellow officer at Fort Leavenworth. He said he and Luther lad attended a dinner at the lome of a friend on the post Friday night.

About 11 p. he said, Major Luther left, but did not sav where he was going. Dr. Fred C. Young, deputy cor- Prnv S.

Military Acad- Overseas he served as aide to General Clark and awarded the silver star, star and purple heart. Two Accidents Leave Damage Totaling $400 Harold Hayes, prosecutor; Eddie Brown, defense; Jeri Kindred, bailiff; and Ken Basford, clerk. Two Russian Vessels In Maneuver Area SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) --Two Russian fishing vessels heavily equipped with radio and radar devices, have entered waters where the United States' Rieser 42, of Buckeye Lake, plans its largest postwar man-i Sheriff William McElroy said i Mrs. Rieser had been dead for 9 They are the 328 ton sister schooners Kometa and Osminog and are similar to ships which visited the Caribbean area last year when the U. S.

Navy was Youth Finds Mother's Body Afloat In Lake NEWARK, O- --(AP)-- A 13- year-old boy wandering along the shores of Buckeye Lake Saturday discovered the body of his mother floating in the water. J3he was identified as Mrs. Delia Two accidents one and one-half hours, were no indications of violence, he said. Coroner James H. Pollack withheld a verdict, pending an autopsy.

irrmorTsnt Donald Edward Stockley, young- important est Qf Mrs Rieser six children discovered the body. were reported last night resulting in damage totaling S400. In a third accident a 10-year-old boy ran into the realization of the "dreams i of a car, but was not injured. dream and then realize a I John W. McGuire, 29, of Oxford promise to God." He said young State reported he was driv- comple- streeting SPECIAL! Look at flie name- Look at the size- these developments: tion of contracts for in nine subdivisions; the start of planning for a 330,000 school expansion program approved by voters in last fall's election: organization of a new volunteer fire department in Mayfield: completion of new water main construction in Dixie Heights.

Completion of and first supply through a neiv 800-mile Texas to Ohio gas pipeline, terminatin" at nearby Red Lion in Warr'i ounty, was announced by the Texas Gas Transmission Corporation. Polio officials, the 1950 fund drive finished, saw larger collections than in 1949 though complete figures had not yet been tallied. The downtown booth alone, manned by various groups of volunteer turned in $4,500. Plans were ahead for the annual observance of Brotherhood Week here February 19-26 and 'or the 1950 Butler County reg- onal safctv conference on March 7 at Hamilton. Organisation of a Young Re- oublican League in Butler Coun- tv got underway amid factiona disputes between rival elements seeking count and local GOP committee posts in the Mav 2 primary.

Principal speaker was oeople are framework which build future and predicted that 'blessed with faith and courage we will finish the work and on this ground will stand a church with its heaven pointing spire." Representing the city Francis Carmody, chairman of the commission, spoke briefly on "What Churches Mean to Our Community." He said religion is the biggest asset of a city, which is only as strong as its churches. He said such projects give new strength to all people and are a promise that someday all men will live in peace. Speaking for the Women of the church was Mrs. Mildred Wilson, and the Young People's organization was represented by Bill The invocation was given by the Rev. John I.

Parr, president of the Ministerial Association, and the benediction by the Rev. Kenneth Leary, represented the Council of Churches. councilman Columbus i Frank Kearns. Visiting Middletown as part of a tour to learn American industrial methods in the paper making business was a group of 16 British technicians. The Gardner Board and Carton Company scheduled its 29th annual company banquet for tonight at the Manchester Hotel.

Announcement was made 'of Civil Service examination to fill the are the vacancy of captain Police Department. Two eligible. Aeronca's management club received a charter to the National Association of Foremen at ceremonies attended by the national president of the association. POLICE BRIEFS Tony Staton of 606 Catalpa reported his billfold containing about $120 was snatched from him at the Kingpin cafe, Clinton St. Staton described the man and asked police investigate.

Earlier yesterday Mrs. Barbara Lee Hartman, 608 Granada reported the loss of a green leather billfold containing $120 cash at the Murphy Store, Central Ave. ing south on Baltimore St. and was the Yankee Rd. intersection when a boy ran from the east side of the street and hit the side of his.car.

The boy was knocked to the pavement, but refused to be taken to the hospital McGuire said. Damage estimated at $200 resulted from ap accident at Second Ave. and Main police said. Officers said Paul Graff, 46, of 2265 Pleasant Hamilton was travelling south on Main St. when Sam ITatton, 26, of 2112 South Mam pulled from Second Ave an attempt to turn left and lost control of his car which went over the curb and struck a stop sign and a tree.

The Graf car struck the rear of the other vehicle. Hatton was arrested on a charge of failure to have an operator's license. Police said he was using a temporary permit. Damage estimated at $200 re- suleted from an accident at Verity Pkwy. and First police said Lloyd Cole, 18, of 932 Eighth St.

Hamilton, told police his foot slipped from the brake as he was stopping for a traffic light and he struck a car driven by Arthur Tyng, 33, of 2912 Armco Dr. staging smaller but maneuvers. The schooners arrived at St Thomas, Virgin Islands, last Sunday and sailed for Panama Tuesday. Their tightlipped officers said they were bound foK Panama, but natives said they had heard the Russians mention Vladivo- stock. These natives said they recognized sailors who, had pass- a W1UOW ed through this area last year.

suffered a back two weeks The vessels were built in Fin- ago in an automobile accident. The land as war reparations. The Lester Laughery, OHIO HAPPENINGS WED IN BANDAGES BARBERTON, O. (AP) Mrs. Louise Mumaw, 35, wore bandages at her wedding in Citizens Hospital here Saturday.

The Ashland, war widow Russians say they are mother ships for smaller fishing craft. They are Marconi-rigged and refrigerated. Adm. Daniel E. Barbey, commandant of the 10th Naval dis- of Ashland, was only shaken up.

She must remain in the hospital about four weeks more. BOTANIST DIES ATHENS, O. (AP) Dr. Wil- "Pink Gold" Rush Starts At Key West KEY WEST, Fla. --(AP)-- rush for "pink gold" in shrimp beds at sea Saturday brought all the excitement of a Klondike gold strike to this southernmost city in the United States.

Fishing companies "staked out claims" for docking space and freezing facilities. Ice was imported from Miami and rooms were reported hard to get. Trawlers from at least four states churned the sea lanes, loaded with equipment and men eager to reach the rich new fishing grounds off Dry Tortugas Islands and Rebecca Shoals some 70 miles west of here. More than 100 vessels already are at the scene. Another 100 vessels were reported enroute from northern Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and the Carolines.

It was better than a gold rush in some ways. There was enough shrimp for everybody. SUFFERS CUTS Jim Hutchins, of Trenton Routa 1, was treated for cuts and bruises at Middletown Hospital last night. He was released following treatment, attendants said. Deputy Sheriffs were investigating the case.

Hutchins reportedly suffered injuries in a fight. trict with headquarters here, de-1 iam Crocker, noted botanist of clined comment on the vessels I Yonkers, N. died at an Athens other than to say that the situa- Hotel last night a few hours after tion is well in hand. More than 80,000 soldiers, sailors, marines and air force men are converging here for the maneuvers. to the titular archbishopric of Bosporo.

A Vatican communique stated that the archbishop resigned for health reasons." FIRE RONS Damage estimated at $400 resulted from fire on the roof of the Keuthan Foundry at Grand Ave. and the Big Four Railroad, firemen reported. The alarm came in at 12:52 p.m. Firemen were out a half hour. The fire was caused by an overheated stove pipe, they reported.

DOCTOR NAMED CLEVELAND (AP) Arthur J. Patek, 45, an standmg authority on liver disease, Saturday was named professor of medicine at Western Reserve University with directorship of medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Patek has been clinical assistant professor of medicine at Columbia Uni' versity. he was married at Marietta, O.

He was 74. His bride was the former Mrs. Neva Ray Brown Ankenbrand, also of Yonkers Marietta. and formerly of POPULAR REPRESENTATIVE SUED CINCINNATI (AP) Rep Earl T. Wagner (D-Ohio) Saturday was named defendant in a divorce suit filed by Mrs.

Stella Marie Wagner. Charging gross neglect and extreme cruelty, Mrs. Wagner asked that she be given custody of their four children. The Wagners were married irl 1935. MARY ELLEN McDANIELS Registered Public Accountant or PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTl SOCIETY OF OHIO SYSTEMS--TAXES--AUDITS BOOKKEEPING SERVICE Dial 2-3704 1323 Woodlawn Gerogre Creech, 31, of 9 South Leibee a arrested Reynolds Ave.

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A. Simpson said a dog came on the porch and I bit her grandson, Billy Clark, age 5. The officer shot the Late Friday Mrs. Anna Clifton, 1702 Columbia reported Sue! Canal, age 10, was bitten by a dog. Police were unable to locate the animal.

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