Sta ley Christmas exchange hosts and prizes noted
Chauncey residents Mr and Mrs Walter Staley and daughter Emma hosted the annual Sta ley Christmas exchange party with many attendees from Chauncey Sugar Creek and Columbus. Refreshments served to numerous Staleys Nicholsons and guests. Door prizes awarded to Mrs Dorothy Staley and Dennis Nicholson. Mrs Alice Shumway spent a week in Columbus with friends and relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Staley
Emma
Staley
Marvin Staley
Ted
Paula
Greg
Sherry
Dennis Nicholson
Denis Jr
Dee Dee
Columbus
Janice Staley
Sugar Creek
Dorothy Staley
Clyde Canter
John
Joe
Clarence Staley
Russell Staley
Jim
Fred Staley
Gary
Gene Staley
Russell
Julie
Chauncey
Registration Books Being Surveyed for May Primary
Athens County elections staff survey voter registration books in preparation for the May primary. Ray Bobo adds a part time assistant Donna McLean will work during the pre election rush. Ruth Stratton says lists will be checked for two year non voters who will be sent reinstatement letters. Registration closes March 27 and resumes May 18. Residents who will be 21 before the November election may register now and vote in the primary. Chauncey Herschel Smith Jr. pleaded guilty to reckless operation and was fined 10 dollars and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens County Board of Elections
Ray Bobo
Wilbur
Donna) McLean
Athens
Ruth Stratton
Bobo
Carter's Pills Promise Quick Peristalsis Relief
A vintage drug ad touts Carter's Pills as a temporary laxative that activates slowed lower tract muscles to relieve irregularity. It claims fast, effective relief and appeals to widespread satisfaction with millions of users and a 49 cent price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter
Motorist Pays Fine After One-Car Accident
Phyllis Tolson of Millfield paid a $5 fine and costs after driving left of center in a one car crash on Converse Street. Her auto skidded across the road and struck a bank before stopping near Lexington Avenue by the railroad tracks. Damage was slight. Marshal Ralph McKibben investigated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chauncey
Phyllis Tolson
Millfield
Charles Wadley
Center
Converse Street
Lexington Avenue
Ralph McKibben
Two Drivers Cited for Conditional Speed After Athens Accidents
State Highway Patrol cited Wallace R. McDonald 23 Columbus and Emma Francis Scarberry 45 Glouster Route 2 for conditional speed after two Athens County crashes. McDonald’s United Produce Truck left Route 682, struck a guardrail and rolled in a field. Scarberry’s car hit a pole and embankment on Route 50A. Injuries included shoulder bruises. A Richland Avenue and W Mulberry Street crash involved John R. Hallstrom 29 Columbus and Robert E. Hall 41 Albany Route 2. Hallstrom cited for failing to stop within a safe distance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens County
State Highway Patrol
Wallace R. McDonald
Columbus
United Produce
Emma Francis Scarberry
Glouster Route 2
Richland Avenue
W. Mulberry Street
John R. Hallstorm
Robert E. Hall
Albany
Hallstrom
Building Fund Cuts Scheduled
Shortage of funds to complete buildings planned by state supported universities was discussed at a Columbus meeting with 11 college presidents. The gathering honored Gov. Rhodes for higher education support. Ohio University noted limited statements due to AVL absence while Beasley Center progresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
James A. Rhodes
Ohio
Vernon A. Alden
Ohio University
Beasley Convocation
Electric trunk opener and ashtray cleaner. headlights fade daily
A rundown of automotive gadgets including an electric trunk opener an electric ashtray cleaner and headlights that disappear when the sun comes out. The note highlights quirky features that reflect early 20th century car innovation and whimsical design ideas.
Athens Police Department Reports 1967 Increase and Recommendations
Police Chief Fred James reported 1967 saw more officers and activity, with 11 added and 666 accidents investigated, including two fatals and 131 injuries. Major offenses rose, traffic arrests fell slightly, and meter citations dropped from 80,996 to 57,951. Recommendations include door to door delivery limits, a police fleet lease, new radar, an interrogation room, an extra sergeant, and a traffic study for the plaza area tied to the McBee plant opening. Cash bonds rose to 45,767 from 33,139.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Fred James
James
Raymond Shepard
Plaza
E. State Street
McBee
Trio of Ohio University artists unite at Seigfred Gallery
Sculptor David Hostetler photographer Yousuf Karsh and painter Dana Loomis bring a three viewpoint exhibit to Seigfred Hall Gallery Athens opening Friday 8 to 10 p.m. The two week show features Hostetler Loomis works from the past year during sabbaticals and Karsh portraits of Hostetler and his sculpture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seigfred Hall
Ohio University
Athens
David Hostetler
Yousuf Karsh
Dana Loomis
Hostetler
Loomis
Karsh
University
Midwest
East
Ohio
New York
Chicago
Florida
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Herschel Smith Jr
Patrol
Glouster
James R. Gates
Libby White
Barbie
Mike
Becky
Los Armitos
Calif
Gates
Ray White
Maple Street
Glenn Gates
Akron
White
Barbara Jean Cox
Cathy
Karen
Kenny
Kevin
Gahana
Glouster Garden Club
Esther Lamborn
Mae Jones
The
Automobile Manufacturers Association
Volkswagen
Stimson
Palmer ST
Seigfred’s
Jantzen
Revere
Highland
Hilleary
W. Washington St
Nelsonville
Brooks
Athens, Ohio
Eagle
Reta
Vue
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