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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1971

Page

3

Detroit Man, 63, Receives Partial Mechanical Heart

Sinai Hospital in Detroit announced that a team led by Dr. Adrian Kantrowitz implanted a newly developed partially mechanical heart device in a 63-year-old man. The 7:15 p.m. to 5 a.m. surgery succeeded with the patient reported in good condition. the device mirrors an artificial heart used earlier by Denton A. Cooley.

Detroit Sinai Hospital Adrian Kantrowitz United States Kantrowitz Oper Ation Denton A. Cooley St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital Houston Tex Cooley

Hospital Furnishings Bids Open In Logan

Logan county commissioners opened bids for drapes and furniture for Hocking Valley Community Hospital extended care unit and adjacent health center. No contracts were awarded. About $53,000 funds. 12 plus bids from firms including Oklahoma City. David Arledge to review bids. recommendations due Aug. 19 afternoon.

LOGAN Hocking Valley Community Hospital David Arledge Oklahoma City

Application for Liquor Permit Transfer in Athens

The Ohio Board of Liquor Control announced a transfer petition for William L. Luehrman to Elsworth F. Sammons at Sammy's Steak House 66 N. Court St Athens. The permit covers beer wine and spirituous liquor by the glass until 2 30 a m. The transfer application was filed August 3.

Ohio Board of Liquor Control Athens William L. Luehrman Sirleiner Steak House N. Court St Elsworth F. Sammons Sammy’s

Two Injured In Accident On County Road 17

Athens County sheriff's deputies reported a Tuesday night crash on County Road 17 at 10 15 leaving Virgil Markins and his wife Louise Markins with minor injuries. Markins, 46, of Athens, was cited for reckless operation and driving while license under revocation after his car struck a steel bridge abutment.

Athens County Depu Virgil Markins Central Ave Athens Markins Louise

Policeman's Auto Hit injures Woman at Athens Intersection

A collision at Route 56 and 682 in Athens injured Helen D. Lee and involved private car of officer Howard Terry Frost. Leslie W. Lee, 51, The Plains, failed to yield. passenger Helen Lee suffered head injuries and was taken to O'Bleness Memorial Hospital.

Athens State Highway Patrol Leslie W. Lee the Plains Howard Terry Frost Frost Lee Helen D. Lee O’bleness Memorial Hospital

DeMolay Triumph Over FOP In Sunday Softball Clash

The Athens Chapter DeMolay defeated the Athens Fraternal Order of Police 18 to 15 at Jaycee Fields. DeMolay led 12 0 after the first inning and never trailed, while FOP’s seven run seventh was its best rally.

Athens Order of DeMolay

Lindsay Switches to Democratic Party in Gracie Mansion Move

Mayor John V. Lindsay changed enrollment from Republican to Democratic this morning at Gracie Mansion. Maurice J. O Rourke said the transfer occurred as Lindsay prepared for a news conference announcing the switch.

New York John V. Lindsay Democratic Party Board of Elections Republican Party Gracie Mansion Maurice J. O'Rourke Lindsay

Athens County Fair opens with junior cattle shows

The 1971 Athens County Fair begins with calf and heifer judging as junior exhibitors parade cattle before cheering crowds. Dick Dudry critique cattle carcass quality. Debbie Scott wins Kiwanis plaque and Angus first prize. Janice McPherson wins shorthorn, Ellen Williams leads Hereford winners. Tonight crowns the junior fair queen at 6, parade, and Big Red Jubilee at 8, then Harmonares and Flowers Family at 8 with fireworks at 10.

Monty Calvert Athens County Harmonaires Flowers Family Dick Dudry Evans Meat Packing Co Gallipolis Debbie Scott Janice McPherson Hereford Ellen Williams George Rose Daryl Ball Diana Kyle

Teacher Decisions Can't Be Overruled

Athens County School Supt George Christman cannot overrule local board decisions on teaching contracts. Alexander Local Supt Marc Lohr says Christman’s signing of temporary certification applications affects two Alexander teachers. The board hired two for next year who lack permanent certification but may obtain temporary status with Christman’s signature.

Athens County George Christman Alexander Marc Lohr the Messenger Christman Lohr State Department of Education

Chevrolet Garage Sale Moves 71 Models Out for 72 Arrivals

A local Chevrolet dealer hosts a Garage Sale offering new 1971 models as they clear inventory for 1972. The sale features Impala Chevelle and Camaro with a wide selection and promotional pricing to attract buyers seeking a suitable Chevrolet at a favorable price.

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