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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1960
Page
17
Roy Campanella, paralyzed since his 1958 car crash, marks two years since the accident and shows a plaque in his bedroom that inspires him to persevere. He emphasizes supporting his family and maintaining a positive outlook, insisting he will not quit regardless of walking again.
The Associated Press reports U S tennis circles applaud the selection of David Freed as America's Davis Cup captain. The Salt Lake City financier, little known in major tennis, is praised as an administrator and developer of talent. Bernard Bartzen of Dallas named assistant captain. Freed has long served on the U S L T A executive committee and won the 1954 U S Seniors title.
The Boston Celtics pushed their run to seven straight with a 127-114 win over St. Louis a top Western Division team, as Philadelphia defeated New York 129-117 in the first game of a Boston doubleheader, keeping the Celtics 42 games ahead of the Warriors.
The all time bowling league mark of 886 set by Allie Brandt on Oct 25 1939 stands. A bowler who begins any of three games with more than one spare cannot surpass Brandt as the best possible score starting with two spares across the three games reaches 279 in the first two frames.
Chicago fighter Henry Hank weighed 165 pounds and stopped Jesse Bowdry of St. Louis at 173 pounds in Detroit. Bowdry was the onetime rival. Hank controlled the bout with precise punches and sealed the win in the sixth.
Dayton, led by coach Tom Blackburn, rebuilt with sophomores Roggenburk and Hatton and veterans Case, Allen, and Greenberg. They beat Virginia Tech 77-59 to push their record to 14-3 and extend a win streak to six, signaling another NIT run in New York.
West Virginia beat Pitt 76 66 and Villanova topped Army 66 53. Dartmouth defeated Boston University 90 83 in 2 overtimes. Kentucky over Georgia 84 60. South Carolina 91 Furman 81. New Orleans 74 Louisiana State 64. Wisconsin 92 North Dakota 80. Dayton 77 Virginia Tech 59. Cape Girardeau 75 Arkansas State 64. Rockhurst 66 Kansas City U 64. Arizona State 77 Arizona 69. Utah 88 Los Angeles Loyola 81. Southern California 69 Hawaii 61.
In a 2 to 1 decision, Green district residents approve transferring to Logan City School District. Of 379 votes, 214 favor Logan, 26 Starr Washington, 12 York Local, 106 remain separate, 8 other or disqualified. Results announced at next county board meeting. transfers take effect in July under new state law.
Lena May Griffith 89 of Logan Route 1 died at Mount St Mary Hospital Wednesday at 8 a.m. She was wed to Howard who died August 21, 1952. Born in Vinton County to Mathias and Harriet Smith, she belonged to Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church and WSCS. Survived by son Wayne Griffith, brother Henry C. Smith, and sister Mrs Joseph Davis. Funeral Saturday at 2 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church. burial in Elks Cemetery McArthur. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Thursday.
Thursday sewing at Mrs. Courter’s home on E Front St with noon potluck. Logan Squaw Club meets at Mrs Armstrong’s home at 7 30 p m. Venus Chapter 76 OFS hosts District 27 at Masonic Temple with 4 p m meeting, 5 30 p m dinner, 7 p m instruction. Dorothy Weick of Findlay will attend. United Bible Class at Methodist Church 7 30 p m and EUB Gore bake sale at Ohio Power Co 9 a m. PYA EFUB potluck 6 p m. United Bible Class at Methodist 7 30 p m. Saturday Club at Brandt’s Mecca Room 1 p m hosted by Mrs Frieda Lappen.
Logan A divorce granted to Betty J. Spang from Don E. Spang on extreme cruelty. Judge Harley Meyer orders $20 weekly child support and visitation rights. Joint real estate cannot be sold without court consent. defendant to pay court costs.
Archbishop Abuna Theophilos announced plans to establish a branch of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church and seminary in New York City. The move involves the church's executive staff and aims to expand religious education and outreach in the area.
Melodee Mart at 72 W Main St Logan has leased an adjoining room once used by Gus Kallas. The space is nearly ready with renovations including heating, wood paneling, and a large display window for merchandise such as television and radio sets. The shop also operates a rear service department for repairs and antenna installations.
Betty Lou Logan Nichols files in Hocking County on grounds of gross neglect of duty. She seeks custody of minor children, temporary and permanent alimony, and equitable relief from the court.
Logan Kiwanis Club dinner in Blossers Banquet Room Tuesday night showcased a short educational film on Polio. James Rimelspach acted as program chairman in place of absent James Gastin.
Logan Junior High School releases the third six weeks honor roll. Top ranks go to seventh graders Arch Taylor and Bonnie Bell, eighth grader Billy Jo King, and ninth graders Lois Allender Vicki Orndoff Eddie Rutter Martha Schottke Linda Sommers James Visintainer and Doon Wahl.
Graveside services for Sheila Kay Hagan who died at birth were held at New Plymouth Cemetery at 2 p.m. Thursday. The infant was daughter of Louis E and Margennia Wyckoff Hagan of Logan Route 1. Survivors include paternal and maternal grandparents and several great grandparents.
Howard Reinhart of Hamden Route 1 and John Hildabolt of Logan admitted for medical care. Mrs. Thomas Wilkey and her son were dismissed.
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