Publication of Statements Criticized at Ohio University
OU faculty leaders condemn the university press for printing Provost Culbert's anti collective bargaining statements. They argue the Outlook editorial stance biases debate and undermines Ping's call for a faculty led discussion. Weckman defends open channels while criticizing the administration. The piece notes ongoing OEA involvement and themes of adversarial relations in labor discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herb Amey
Taylor Culbert
Ohio University
David Stewart
Ohio Education Association
Culbert
Ping
Stewart
Charles Ping
OFA
The
Outlook
George Weckman
Ou-Oea
College of Arts and Sciences
OEA
Weckman
Faculty Senate
Jury Rules Millionaire Didn't Order Plant Fire
In New Haven Charles D. Moeller, a Bible-quoting millionaire, is acquitted of ordering the Sponge Rubber plant fire to collect insurance. Moeller, 48, faced four counts. two co-defendants were convicted, a third acquitted, five others await trial.
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New Haven
Moeller
Cridersville
Ohio
Ohio Decorative Products Inc
David N. Bubar
Bubar
Memphis, Tenn
Ohio Decorative
Dennis C. Tiche
Boyers
U.S
Peter C. Dorsey
Sponge Rubber
Trustees urge county aid for Athens Two street repairs
The Athens Two trustees petition county commissioners to fund street restoration in The Plains after a water and sewer project. They argue streets are rough with holes and may deteriorate due to poor compaction and subpar resurfacing by the contractor, and say their budget cannot cover repairs.
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Athens
Plains
Pre-School Teacher Job Open at Tri-Community Day Care
A pre school teacher position is open at the Logan Center Day Care program run by Tri-Community Action Agency. Applicants should be healthy and experienced with young children and aiding low income families. Salary is 4800 dollars annually. Applications available at the day care center and CAA office in Sugar Creek. Deadline February 12.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Logan Center
Tri-Community Action Agency
Arlene Sheak
CAA
Sugar Creek
Bureau Criticized For “Give It Away” Disability Policy
A high level official in Columbus Ohio declares the Bureau of Workmen's Compensation has a give it away approach that encourages disability, drawing sharp criticism from within the agency and prompting calls for reform.
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Columbus, Ohio
Bureau of Workmen's Compensation
Hockey program touches Athens and beyond
Athens Kiwanis hear John Cornwell describe a city funded hockey program for youths from five to high school age operating at Bird Arena with players from Athens Logan and Parkersburg. He notes its high cost and city support while Jaycees may help with equipment. no serious injuries reported.
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Athens
Kiwanis Club
John Cornwell
Cornwell
Bird Arena
Southeastern Ohio
Logan
Parkersburg
Jaycees
Athens County to Host SE Ohio Officials Meeting
Athens County will host a quarterly meeting of the Southeastern Ohio County Commissioners and County Engineers Association on Feb. 18 at the Athens Country Club. Officials from 20 counties will attend an all day event with tours of Ohio University facilities and a lunch hosted by OU. President Charles Ping speaks at lunch. dinner features Mayor Donald Barrett and John Light. Transportation for tours is provided by AORTA.
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Athens County
Southeastern Ohio County Commissioners and County Engineers Association
Athens Country Club
Gerald Hann
Ohio University
Charles Ping
Donald Barrett
John Light
Hocking Technical College
AORTA
Man Charged with Aggravated Arson After Trailer Fire
David J Richards, 24, is charged with aggravated arson after a trailer home on County Road 31 burned around 10 p.m. Neighbors reported two men fleeing the scene. Richards is held in county jail on a $5,000 bond. The trailer was destroyed with no injuries.
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David J Richards
Sheriff's Office
Corporation Board to Meet in Appalachia Ohio
The board of trustees of the Corporation for Health Education in Appalachia Ohio will meet next Friday at 2 p.m. for a general business session at Blue Line Drive. The nonprofit focuses on health education for professionals and the public in the area.
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Corporation For Health Education
Appalachia
Ohio
Blue Line Drive
OU Faculty Senate Not Powerful, Chapter Says
Ohio University faculty governance under the OU chapter of the Ohio Education Association says the Faculty Senate has little impact on budget and governance. Over two years 14 resolutions on budget and rules saw 10 rejected and one accepted. Faculty will vote Feb 11–12 on whether to pursue collective bargaining with 750 Athens and branch campus faculty.
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Ohio University
Ohio Education Association
OEA
Senate
Charles Ping
OFA
Athens
City cites cost of inaction on overweight truck law
Police Chief Ted Jones says a summer city council delay on boosting overweight truck fines cost the city. In two weeks 12 citations under state limits totals 6406 dollars. fines range with overloads from 8000 to 24000 pounds, with streets including Richland Avenue and East State Street damaged.
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Ted Jones
Jones
Richland Avenue
East State Street
Panel to Study Permit Plea for VFW Post 3477 Liquor
City Safety Services Committee will meet Monday at 8:30 p.m. in City Hall to consider a liquor permit for VFW Post 3477 at Home and East State Streets. Pete Couladis said the post asked the Ohio Liquor Control for permission to sell beer and liquor for on premises consumption until 1 a.m.
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City Council
Safety Services Committee
City Hall
VFW
Pete Couladis
Ohio Department of Liquor Control
Truck for sale ad copy promotes classifieds section
A promotional snippet invites readers to place a trucks for sale ad in Classification 89 noting town relocation and quick buyer prospects. It emphasizes reaching truck owners and using the section to move a pickup. The tone mirrors a classifieds insert encouraging inquiry.
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Joseph Tucker
Tucker
Charles Moeller
U.S. District Court
Conn
Sponge Rubber Products Co
Athens Two
Bureau
Robert G. Farmer
Farmer
Joint Select Committee
Industrial Commission
Nelsonville Home & Savings Association
Nelsonville
State OF
T. S. Williams
Ann Rush
Nelsonville Home and Savings Association
C. S. Matheny
Robert W. Ohlinger
John M. Hartley
Pomeroy
Rutland
Tuppers Plains
Pomero Nationa Bank
the Bank of the Century
Buckeye
Spirit
Marietta
Ohio Lottery Commission
Putnam St
Emerson's Variety Shop
High St. Glouster
Abdella’s Steak & Sea Food
Converse
St. - Chauncey
Rescoe
Fairgrounds
the Deli
N. Court St
the Mine Tavern
Converse St. - Chauncey
Clark’s
Sayre's Grocery
Uchtel
Plains Super Market
the Plains
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