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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1968

Page

2

East Elementary Safety Patrol Starts Operation

East Elementary School opens a student safety patrol led by James A. Deardorf with 14 fifth and sixth graders trained by James H. Conroy of the Auto Club of Southern Ohio. Patrols will monitor posts at the E State Street Verona Place corner and Ohio Wallace avenues as Myrta Ashworth guides the program.

Auto Club East Elementary James H. Conroy Auto Club of Southern Ohio James A. Deardorf E. State St Verona Place Ohio and Wallace Avenues Myrta Ashworth Mark Slagle Terry Harris Charles Buckley Bobby Hake Doug Bolon Howie Dean Ron Cartwright Bruce David Hilton Hewitt Jeff Hopkins Leroy Richard David Wilhelm Mark Hake Mike Faulkner St. Paul’s Catholic School West and Morrison East E. State-Verona

Fellowships Awarded to 14 OU Graduate Students

The Department of Health, Education and Welfare awarded 14 fellowships to Ohio University. Four go to mathematics, six to social sciences, and four to speech, under Title V prospective teachers. Each fellowship provides 2000 dollars for year one and 2200 dollars for year two, plus 400 dollars per eligible dependent. Grant announced by Rep. Clarence FE. Miller.

Department of Health, Education and Welfare Ohio University Clarence FE. Miller

Three Men Bound To Grand Jury In Athens Court

Three men were bound to the Athens County grand jury Tuesday morning in Municipal Court. Homer Bolin Jr. of Athens Route 2 faces a property by false pretenses charge, bond held at 1000. Richard Kasler of Glouster pleads guilty to breaking and entering after allegedly robbing Higgin's Carry-Out. Bernard Weaver, formerly of Athens, bound on a non support charge with bond 500. Mary Weaver accuses him of failing to support a minor son. Conrad Collins’ case on cruelty to animals is continued by agreement after his plea of innocent.

Athens County Grand Jury Homer Bolin Jr Athens Bolin Athens National Bank Richard Kasler Glouster Kasler Higgin Bernard Weaver Mary Weaver Weaver Conrad Collins Vore Ridge Rd Collins

Charleston Firm Has Lowest Bid for Pipe Contract

Athens County commissioners named Southern Culbert Co. of Charleston Virginia apparent low bidder at 1510.81 for a corrugated pipe contract. Bids covered 500 feet and six collars of 18 inch pipe plus 150 feet and four collars of 15 inch pipe and five 24 inch collars. Other bidders included American Corrugating and Fabricating Co Wheeling Corrugating Co Athens Building Materials Co and Armco Steel Co. Action postponed to set terms for Athens County Planning Commission and to advertise bids for courthouse roof repairs.

Athens County Southern Culbert Co Charleston American Corrugating and Fabricating Co Wheeling Corrugating Co Athens Building Materials Co Armco Steel Co Athens County Planning Commission

Three More Candidates File For May Primary

With the filing deadline a day away three more candidates filed nominating petitions for the May primary. Ann Cole Gibbs and Kate Walburn seek the GOP nomination for Athens County recorder. Vianna Ann Algeo seeks the GOP nomination for Athens County clerk of courts. Gibbs, a former clothing store owner and current catering manager, is active in local groups. Walburn, longtime Athens County resident and widow of Joe Walburn, has run a gift shop and served as township trustee. Algeo is executive secretary of the Athens Business Association and widow of John S. Algeo.

Board of Elections GOP Athens County Recorder Ann Cole Gibbs Kate Walburn Vianna Ann) Algeo Athens County Clerk of Courts Walburn Athens Twp Joe Walburn Columbia Gas Ohio Athens First Methodist Church American Legion Auxiliary Athens County Athens High School Algeo Athens Business Association Ohio University Nelsonville John

Zanesville Man Pleads Guilty in Amesville Defrauding Case

A W Bonene pleaded guilty in Municipal Court to defrauding Donald Kasler of Amesville by selling a used sweeper motor as new. The case was continued until February 18 with a $33 bond.

A. W. Bonene Zanesville Donald Kasler Amesville

Bus Driver Cited After Backing Into Stopped Car

A school bus driver Mont Vance, 37, of Albany Route 2 was cited for improper backing after backing into Danny D. Randall's car, 23, of Coolville Route 3, on Meigs County Road 37 Bear Wallow Road while picking up passengers. No injuries reported.

State Highway Patrol Mont Vance Albany Meigs County Bear Wallow Road Danny D. Randall Coolville Vance Randall

Rare business opportunity expands with new territory

A long established firm seeking an associate to affiliate for expansion. Over 25 years in operation and a top producing national footprint. Requires at least $10000 cash investment and proven sales or management track record. Active business needed with unusually high income. Include phone number and address Mr J Stockett 1200 Wyatt Bidg Washington DC 20005 for interview.

Mr. J. Stockett Wyatt Bidg N. W Washington, DC

Wiseman Authors New Text on Speech Interpersonal Communication

Dr. Gordon Wiseman of Ohio University and Larry Barker outline a new concept in communication in Speech Interpersonal Communication, now in its second printing and adopted in OU's basic public speaking course and other colleges. The book argues daily interpersonal training is key, not just platform performance, and includes Wiseman's self interpretation thesis.

Gordon Wiseman Ohio University Larry Barker The Universty United States Chandler Publishing Co San Francisco Wiseman Vincennes Ind Indiana State College Indiana University University of Denver Peer Group Research Center Ohio Speech Association

Site 2 Rules Discussed And Adopted

Margaret Creek Conservancy District met last night to discuss and adopt Site 2 rules for recreation development. The plan includes a swimming area and beach, a water project, and flood control measures for the district's technical water system.

Margaret Creek

Sheep Shearing School Trains 21 in Southeast Ohio

Twenty one students from Southeastern Ohio completed a two day sheep shearing course. Premiums were awarded to Tom Rowland Steve Dodd and others from Alexander and nearby counties. Over 200 sheep were shorn and instruction was led by Ralph Grimshaw, extension sheep specialist.

Southeastern Ohio Cooperative Extension Service Ohio Wool Grower Association Sheep Shearing Association Alexander Local Vocational Agriculture Department Tom Rowland Vinton County High School Steve Dodd Robert Davis Donnie Cheadle Alexander Mark Wendel Selwyn Webb Gary Johnson Chuck Mugrage Meigs Dennis Tolley Richard Elliott David Williamson Richard Clary Joe Yates Vinton Rodney Keirns Federal Hocking Ralph Grimshaw

Temperature Drop in Athens Sees 32 Degree Fall

Temperature in Athens fell from a high of 50 Monday afternoon to 18 by morning with 9 am reading at 23. The Hocking River declined about a foot daily, reading 5.85 feet. An Air Force recruiting team will visit Ohio University Wednesday and Thursday to interview seniors at Baker Center from 9 am to 4 pm.

Athens C. L. Colmer Hocking Colmer

Vocal Minorities Draw Trustees Criticism at OU Meeting

Ohio University trustees faced student protests during February sessions at the Ohio University Inn. Chairman Fred H. Johnson and members Wayne E. Brown and Edwin L. Kennedy heard remarks on handling disturbances and the Convocation Center. President Vernon Alden and Vice President James Whalen defended student dialogue amid tensions over campus architecture and campus image.

Ohio University Ohio University Inn Fred H. Johnson Wayne E. Brown Columbus Edwin L. Kennedy New Johnson

Mayor Says No Endorsement Of Lighthouse Visit

Mayor Raymond Shepard said he and Police Chief Fred James received calls from parents upset by their visit to the Appalachian Lighthouse on Saturday night. He stated the trip, with Dwight Robinson and Lighthouse owner Austin Laughlin, was not an endorsement and that they take no position for or against the establishment at Court and Carpenter Streets.

Raymond Shepard Fred James Appalachian the Messenger Dwight Robinson Austin Laughlin James Court and Carpenter Streets

Taken to Hospital After Breathing Difficulty

Kenneth Bartlett aged 39 of 216 W Washington St was taken to Sheltering Arms Hospital by the fire department emergency squad Monday at 10 32 p m after experiencing difficulty breathing. He was given oxygen at home and while en route to the hospital.

Kenneth Bartlett Washington St Sheltering Arms Hospital Fire Department

Also Mentioned on This Page

East Elementary Safety Patrol Jon Webb Near East Elementary John R. Hewitt Kern Street Culligan Water Conditioning, Inc W. Stimson Ave Martin L. Hecht Board of Trustees MLP Hayden, Stone NEW York Stock Exchange D. H. Genesy Sams Cline Athens, Ohio Columbus and Southern Ohio Electric Company
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