Highlights Of 1959 Athens News Continue
A June roundup lists events in Athens and nearby areas from June 1 to June 30. Notable items include government actions, Ohio University activities, criminal sentences, school milestones, weather notes, and public safety events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Council
Mechanicsburg
Parkersburg
Athens High School
Ohio University
Donald E. David
Ford Foundation
Red Cross
Sugar Creek
Ex Guysville Resident Mary Burk 84 Dies in Athens County Home
Ex Guysville resident Mary Burk aged 84 died Wednesday night at Athens County Home after a two year illness. Born in Lodi Township she lived much of her life in Carthage Township. Survived by brother Frank Klingenberg of Guysville. Funeral Mass Saturday 9 a.m. at St Pauls Catholic Church with burial at St Johns. Friends may call Dowler Ferguson Hughes funeral home 7 to 9 p.m. Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Burk
Athens County
Bernard
Matilda Klingenberg
Lodi Township
Carthage Township
Edward
St. John’s Catholic Church
Guysville
Frank Klingenberg
St. Paul's Catholic Church
Jan B. Kish
St. John’s
Dowler- Ferguson-Hughes
Drivers Informed Of 1959 License Renewal Window
E B Young deputy registrar warns drivers with birthdays Jan 1 to Sept 30 must renew before their next birthday to avoid illegal operation. Renewals cover three years and must be done within 30 days prior to birth date. lapsed licenses allow a six month grace without re testing. Last quarter plates available Jan 4 at courthouse basement. office closed Jan 2. F Stephen Hogan 23 Braden ton Fla US Army and Geral dine M Duncan 20 Athens student noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. B. Young
State Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Young
New 49 Star Flag to Fly at Athens County Courthouse
Athens County commissioners prepare for a flag ceremony next Monday as a 49 star American flag, flown over the national capitol, is to be raised at the courthouse. The flag was received from Congressman Walter H. Moeller after a request by Wayne Wiley. Only routine bills were approved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens County
Walter H. Moeller
National Capitol
Wayne Wiley
Board of Commissioners
Moeller
J. George Stewart
Capitol
Also Mentioned on This Page
Buckeye Boys Star
Donald Williams
Nelsonville
Mercury
E.L. Nye Realty CO
W. Union Street
Peter B. Seel Insurance Agency
W. Union Street LY
Commonwealth
Telev
Ohio
American Legion
Buckeye
Boys State
Gary Richette
Warren
Memorial Auditorium
Pete DeWeese
Stephen Hogan
Bradenton
Fla
U. S. Army
Geraldine M. Duncan
Student
Goodby
East State Street
Athens Messenger
U.S
East Washington St
Athens, Ohio
Federal Home Loan Bank
Mimans
Altman
Altmans
Falcons
Thunderbirds
Robinson Bros
Our Service Department
Carpenter Street
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