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Athens Messenger in Athens, Ohio

24 Dec 1968

Page 11

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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1968

Page

11

Grange Meeting Reports and Holiday Social at Athens

Albany Grange led by Master David Turrill hears reports from delegates Harry Henry and wife on Dayton trip. Lectures by Mrs. Waldo Poston include a poem by Melva Radcliffe and a skit by several members. Athens Jaycee Wives host Christmas meal with Betty Newton. Inaugural medal artwork features Julie Nixon crewel pattern on 1969 medal, first from a President-elect family.

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Albany Grange David Turrill Harry Henry State Grange Dayton Waldo Poston Melva Radcliffe Dorothy Williams Harold Ator Mary Richard Jean Anderson Athens The Gas Co Betty Newton Gas Company Julie Nixon
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The Plains Postmaster Wins National Honors

Miss Gail Slater postmaster at The Plains received the Order of the West at the National League of Postmasters convention in Las Vegas. She was one of 10 chosen from 50 nominees for meritorious service contributing to the air postal program. Slater has served 13 years and held roles in the Ohio branch and regional coordinators.

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the Plains Gail Slater Order of the West National League of Postmasters Las Vegas
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End of War Rejoicing Suppressed at Grant’s Command

After the Confederate surrender was announced, Union troops fired their guns in celebration until General Grant ordered an immediate halt He stated the war was over and the Rebels were now countrymen urging restraint and quiet rejoicing in the field.

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Club News Mrs. Radcliffe Vletide Choon Sunnybank Greenhouses E. State St Charm House Beauty Salon Gayle Atwell North Court Street Santa S. Court St Athens, Ohio Plains Postmaster Ohio Indiana Cincinnati Miss Slater Ghamoik Beauty Salon and Health Studio South Court Street E. L. Sleeth Letart Carol Lee Glen Edwards Willie Edwards Hartford Roy Ellis Mason L Price An Walgreen Logan S. Spring St Sears
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