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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1968
Page
3
The Hocking Gun Club met at IOOF Hall in Nelsonville and approved a resolution opposing Ohio House Bill 154 and similar laws requiring gun registration and fingerprinting. A nomination slate was set for Feb 18, plans included a firearms safety course for women, youth rifle teams, and a county wide shoot.
Mrs P L Mitch entertained the Jolly Bunch Sewing Club at her Mill Street home. They made a sun shine box for Mrs Willis Grueser who is recovering from surgery in Columbus. Mrs Kenneth Byer presided. prizes went to Mrs Byer and Mrs H E Bush. Mrs Mitch’s birthday noted. Refreshments were served by Mrs Mitch and Mrs Orin Smith.
The Lincoln Day Republican Dinner in Nelsonville will be held February 24 at 6 30 p.m. at the First Christian Church. Congressman Clarence E Miller of Lancaster will be the principal speaker. Tickets are 2 50 and attendance is sponsored by the Nelsonville Teen Age Republican Club.
James Morgan has purchased an interest in the Kenney Hannan Ford Agency on N Court Street Circleville and assumed duties as general manager on February 1. He previously worked with Dodrill Ford Sales in McArthur and is married to Jeanie Dodrill with two children Jeff and Joy who plan to move to Circleville.
The Loyal Women's Class of Chauncey Christian Church will meet Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Parish House. Devotions will be by Mrs. Cynthia Pendergrass with the program by Florence Fielder.
The Nelsonville TV Cable Company reports work on the new system is behind schedule due to weather. Crews have nearly reached halfway in stringing lines under the franchise to supply service in the area.
Mr and Mrs Ned Canan welcomed a son at Logan hospital. Admitted were Charles T Rece Dorothy White Jeffrey Nihi ser Delphia Sheets Mary F Schorr. Dismissed Levi Palmer Donald Walters Minna Gruner Charles Brooks Sr Charles Campbell Della Conrad Mary Bright Doward Anguish Micheal Fouch Irven Sargent and daughter. Mrs George Mundrie from Glou ster Summitt Street underwent major surgery at University Hospital Columbus with room 785.
McArthur John Morrow Vinton County treasurer announces tax books open February 15 for the first half 1967 real estate taxes. Books close March 22. County land valuation rose while overall 1967 rate falls from 1966, causing higher taxes in some cases.
Mount St Mary Hospital notes list numerous births and individuals connected to the region with names and residences. includes many families welcoming daughters and sons with detailed route and town information. The section also notes attendees from Logan Monument Co and related figures at the National Convention of Monument Builders of North America in Cleveland this week.
Logan D. Williard 20 of Laurelville cited for reckless operation Jan 28 on Routes 180 and 56. pleaded innocent in Hocking County Court before Judge James Stilwell. case continued to Feb 10 at 10 am. Others arraigned include Michael Shanely 31 Rockbridge. Dwight Ralston 55 Grove City. Alva Stevens 38 Nelsonville. Elmer Justice 23 Londonderry. Dora Mays 26 Carbon Hill. Craig Cottingham 22 Columbus. penalties range from $5 to $10 plus costs. some pleas guilty or no contest.
The Past Noble Grands Club met Thursday with Mrs. Nellie Jones hosting. Newly elected president Mrs. Ralph Dugan presided at Cherry Street. Cards were signed for shut ins Mrs. William Golding of Logan and Mrs. Harley Kittle of Glouster. The mystery prize went to Mrs. Albert Zimmer. Psalm 24 was read. Gifts were given for each member. Next meeting set with Mrs. Dugan at the Hotel Gordon.
Thomas M. Bay of McArthur is cited for bravery in Vietnam, awarded the Army Commendation Medal with V device for July 18, 1967 actions as a machine gunner with the First Infantry Division. He exposed himself to heavy fire to help his unit gain fire superiority and drive back a larger insurgent force. He is expected home in late February.
Judy Hickman wed James Wilson in Amanda Methodist Church with Kim Sowers as flower girl. The bride is niece of Mrs. Brown and daughter of Don Hickman Postmaster Amanda. Pfc Bill Morrow on leave from Schofield Barracks Hawaii visits his parents.
David Alvin Byler 17 of Catlett Virginia was cited for failure to maintain assured clear distance after a 1:15 PM Saturday crash on East Main near Mulberry. Harry Freeman 56 of 292 East Front Street stopped. Martha Byler 21, Byler’s passenger, sustained a head bump. Damages were $75 to Freeman’s car and $200 to the Byler vehicle.
CHAUNCEY Arthur Bruce village administrator says the dump used by the village and township has been cleaned to comply with the County Health Department order. Two dozers worked all day and the old site will be patrolled by the marshal until the new dump is officially in operation.
Mr and Mrs Steve Matheny and son Scotty of 233 Kantner Street will move to Champaign Illinois as Steve Matheny re joins the Air Force after eight years in service He left a year ago and has worked for Sherwin Williams Mrs Williams has a part time job at Mount St Mary Hospital Steve is the son of Joe Matheny of Nelsonville Route 2
Cleveland Mayor Carl B. Stokes faces growing opposition from City Council and neighbors while tackling finances urban renewal housing and jobs. He warns city tax hikes may be needed and emphasizes patience as he pursues industry recruitment and federal urban development aid.
The Hocking County Board of Library Trustees reported a Dec 31 1967 balance of 21098 17. 1967 receipts totaled 53228 67 from tangible property tax bookmobile state subsidies fines and reimbursements. Expenditures included administration 2337 90 retirement 23283 83 and materials 9762 36. Building fund balance 15025 58 plus 674 07 interest totals 15699 65. Total assets and liabilities 106340 78. Glouster Garden Club meets Thursday at 7 30 p m with plans to meet at the Brown home if deep snow.
The Woman's Society of Christian Service meets tonight at First Methodist Church with Program Chairman Mrs. Lloyd Gray presenting a film strip Poor Man On The Throne. Circle Three hosts, Parents of Boy Scout Troop 69 gather Tuesday at 7 30 p m at First Presbyterian Church. Nelsonville Assembly No 109 Order of the Rainbow for Girls meets Wednesday at 7 p m in the Masonic Temple.
An older advertisement touts Carter's Pills as a laxative from 49 cents. It claims the product activates slowed lower tract muscles to stimulate peristalsis and provide temporary relief from irregularity, promising users a quick return to comfort and cheer.
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