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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1970
Page
7
A reflective piece argues ingenuity faded as costs rise, urging starting from scratch to entertain and survive. It recalls childhood roots of self reliance, simple toys, homemade desserts, and resourceful living during hard times, stressing practical skills over consumerism.
Meigs County Pioneer and Historical Society met at the county extension office to plan a Meigs County Museum within Pomeroy. A $25,000 gift from the late J. W. Herscher funds the effort, with Leo Story and Wallace Bradford tasked to study sites for a future report in April. Potential locations include Mulberry Heights site volunteered by county commissioners or the courthouse side building, among other community buildings to be inspected.
POMEROY Meigs Gallis Mason district Scouts begin National Boy Scout Week Sunday with Good Turn Day and church attendance. Observances highlight USA Day, Volunteer and Industry activities, and a salute to patriotic organizations as programs span Cub Scouting to Exploring.
CONDEMATION OF LAND PROCEEDINGS were filed Friday in the Mason County Chealy Clerk’s office. The action, styled State Road Commissioners of West Virginia and William S. Ritchie Jr. vs Board of Education of Mason County and the Town of Henderson, seeks damages of 239.31 for damage to the plaintiff’s car by the defendant’s dog. Med Saturday morning styled Mary Freendt vs Gus Win Douglas.
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