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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1967

Page

3

Margaret Creek secretary resigns as district plans work

Margaret Creek Conservancy District accepted John Hamill’s resignation as secretary treasurer effective February 15 during a Albany meeting. Hamill, since April 1 1964, will become a soil conservationist in Michigan. Directors praised his service and agreed to hire a replacement while Hamill offers continued help. Perry Munn was re elected president, Don Haning vice president, W. H. Wakefield director for five years.

Margaret Creek John Millar Athens County SCS Hamill Perry Munn Don Haning Conservancy District Board of Directors W. H

Rip Van Winkle Relieved By Doan's Pills Tonight

Doan's Pills promise fast relief for nagging backache headache and muscular pains that steal sleep. The ad claims soothing bladder irritation and mild diuretic action through the kidneys providing restful nights and renewed energy after exertion or stress.

Dean Doan

City School Board Reorganizes for Year

The district projects 1,690,000 in operating revenue and 1,800,000 needed this year including the new high school start up. A 90,000 borrowing plan is possible if a 1968 levy is approved. The budget is balanced and the board elected Sol Rosenberg president and Homer Gall Sr. vice president. Remedial reading labs from Schooorf Truck Body Co. at 17,625 each will be purchased with federal funds. Brunswick athletic equipment will be re-advertised. Brunswick was the sole bidder.

Fred Chase Chase Sol Rosenberg Homer Gall Sr Schooorf Truck Body and Equipment Co Brunswick

Local Servicemen News From Athens Area

Marine Pvt. Herbert Leroy Tucker, son of Mr. and Mrs. George R. Tucker of 21 Kurtz Ave, begins eight weeks of boot camp at San Diego after enlisting December 21. He expects assignment to Camp Pendleton, California, for advanced infantry training and is a 1966 Athens High School graduate. Pvt. Roger Mollohan, 18, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jennings Mollohan of Coolville, completed a 12 week communications specialist course at Fort Gordon, Georgia.

Marine Pvt Herbert Leroy Tucker George R. Tucker Kurtz Ave Marine Corps San Diego Calif Tucker Camp Pendleton Athens High School Pvt Roger Mollohan Jennings Mollohan Coolville Army Signal School Fort Gordon

Burglary Hits Lakeview Manor Over Holidays

Athens police report burglars struck the Lakeview Manor apartment of Mr and Mrs Dick Tracy while families were away for the holidays. A similar burglary occurred nearby at Mr and Mrs Harry Dennis. No signs of forcible entry found. Investigation continues.

Dick Tracy Fred James Athens Lakeview Manor Harry Dennis Tracy Ohio University

Alexander Board Picks Same Officers

The Alexander Local school board approved the financial resolution and re elected officers Tuesday night at the organizational meeting. It authorized $606,000 in the general fund for 1967, up slightly from 1966, with $125,525 for bond retirement and interest, a small decrease from last year. Expenditures for three minor funds and $65,000 for the cafeteria fund were also approved. Davis Greene, president since February 1964, was re elected president. Lloyd Dillinger became vice president and Kenneth Elliott was rehired as clerk.

Alexander Local School Board Alexander Davis Greene Lloyd Dillinger Kenneth Elliott

Dog Warden Reports for Second Half of 1966

County dog catcher Charles Warren submitted his report to the county commissioners detailing that 782 dogs were taken to the pound and 652 were destroyed. A total of 130 dogs were sold or redeemed. Warren logged 10 000 miles on the job made 211 telephone calls and handled sheep and chicken killing dogs.

Charles Warren Warren

City Appropriation Bill May Be Ready

The 1967 financial appropriation ordinance should be ready for the first regular council meeting at 7 30 p m Wednesday. A second reading may occur for an ordinance to hire engineers for Tulane Road Cable Lane storm sewer plans.

Tulane Road

Inductions and Examinations Dominate Athens County

Athens Countians join 120 men boarding buses to Columbus for induction and pre Induction physicals. Eleven inducted locally with others from Albany Glouster Nel sonville The Plains Chauncey and more. BreT Hanover also noted: career earnings of $922,616 with 62 wins in 68 starts.

Athens County Selective Service Columbus Brian E. Blauser London Glenford Dugan American Legion Glenn Avery Salvation Army Ft. Hayes James E. Storer Kenneth E. Erwin Gary L. Chambers Lawrence H. Mitchell, Jr Gerald M. Vermillion Charles L. Fulks Daniel H. Stright Jr Robert W. Wycoff James L. Williams Charles W. Reamer III Richard B. Abel Robert R. Whitlatch Mark L. Vaughn Virgil E. Bickel Jr Gary L. Poling William D. Wooddell Harlen G Ner Jacksonville Charles IF. E. Klinebrier Deanville Danny L. Dunfee Guysville Bill R. Brown New Marshfield - Winton C. Chadwell Amesville Athens Hollis Summers III Washington, D. C John M. Grogan Lansing Mich Jon D. Snyder Glouster Greenville S.C Bret Hanover Pacer

Salvation Army Buys New Carryall for Emergencies

The Salvation Army advisory board bought a 1967 Falcon carryall for emergencies and local group activities. Lt. Glenn Avery, Athens commander, said it cost over 2400 dollars, funded locally with help from the divisional headquarters in Cincinnati, to serve coffee at fires and assist during local disasters in the city and surrounding area.

Salvation Army Advisory Board Glenn Avery Athens Salvation Army Cincinnati St. Avery

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Ershed James W. Stingel Conservancy District Stinger Albany New Marshfield Le-Ax Water Division Margaret Creek Conservancy District Munn George Mara Evans, Medhwart, Hambleton and Tilton and Associates William Lavelle Millar William Bishop Floyd Williams Rodney Hayden Rip van Winkle Athens National Bank Certificate OF Deposit THE Federal Deposit Insurance Corp Our W. Union St National Bank Mt. and Richland Athens National Bank DIAL T'S Athens National Bank Service Alexander Board Dog Warden Goodyear Eer, Vic Larry F. Conrath William FE. Lanning Jimmie L. Davis the Plains Charles F. Vincent William B Bush Millfield Paul FE Bonnie Doone
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