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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1973
Page
3
The lodge strike disrupts park area business with 70 percent drop in pontoon boat rentals. Concession operators warn it may take years to recover as tourists and labor disputes affect fishing, boating, and golf business near the lake and Forest Hills Golf Course.
Kate Walburn, owner of a Bishopville drive in snack bar, notes past lodge and cabin patrons returning around Glouster and nearby towns while the Tom Jenkins Dam and Lake Burr Oak draw visitors. She cites real estate value increases and compares pre lake prices to current offerings.
CAMBRIDGE Ohio AP Common Pleas Judge Merle Hoddinott will rule next week on contempt of court against Gov John Gilligan for closing Burr Oak State Park lodge and cabins The action by Ohio Inns Inc claims a court order barred state interference in labors disputes Ohio Inns says Gilligan lacked authority to close facilities citing public safety concerns and bomb threats
Gov. John Gilligan signaled support for legislation to repeal the Ohio law barring Highway Patrol use in labor disputes. He argued against special privilege for any group and noted past Legislature action reinserting the provision. The debate follows recent park shutdowns tied to a strike at Oak State Park operated by Ohio Inns.
PORTSMOUTH Congressman Clarence Miller told a dinner of SEORC and COVIC at the Elks Club that the Alaska oil proposal is three years late amid the energy crisis. He urged environmentalists to balance zeal with national energy needs as speakers E. D. Davis and George Herry added regional concerns.
Alexander High School announces marching rehearsals for seventh through twelfth graders starting Monday at 9 a.m. Each day next week the band will rehearse from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Members should bring lunch. soft drinks will be provided by Band Boosters.
Business declines in Bishopville as the Burr Oak State Park Lodge closes. Lucille Antle reports slower sales at a nearby service station and grocery while Millfield rancher Fred Merriman sees horse rental income fall by about $1,000 monthly. He notes displaced workers and reduced tourist traffic after picketing and labor strife, with some visitors vowing not to return.
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