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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1971
Page
3
Police Chief Fred James announced riders must have a headlight after dusk and a reflector visible for 500 feet. Violations lead to citations and bicycles held until equipped. Riders must stay on the right and follow one way directions.
Steven T. Harding 21, of Athens, found guilty by a Washington County jury of possession of marijuana and possession for sale. The sale charge was dropped after the jury failed to reach a verdict. Harding faced charges tied to Sept 16, 1969 undercover drug investigations and awaits sentencing in Washington City Jail.
West Virginia State Police seek information about a yellow 1957 Chevrolet involved in a hit and run on Route 2 near Gallipolis Ferry Wednesday at 4:20 p.m. The car, occupied by two white males, struck a northbound station wagon driven by 18 year old Larry Dale Smith, causing about 200 dollars in damage. Smith was uninjured and call 675-1101 if they have details.
The Athens Metropolitan Housing Authority approved a cooperation agreement and an application for a 100 unit senior citizens housing complex. A preliminary $40,000 loan is sought to hire an architect and cover expenses, with a turn key payment plan and low rent units without furniture.
State Highway Patrol investigated a Route 33 crash north of Route 664 in Hocking County involving George Bussey, 44, of Columbus. While reaching to close a window, his Ford Brothers Inc. truck struck a road barrel, causing loss of control and a guard rail stop. Bussey had minor cuts but was not treated or cited. the truck had moderate damage.
Edith Owens of Athens Route 2 and Robert Lee Owens of 87 North Lancaster Street court decree for divorce on grounds of gross neglect and extreme cruelty. Plaintiff granted custody of the minor child.
Deborah Roehl, 22, was taken to Hudson Health Center by the fire department emergency squad after collapsing at 189 West Washington Street. The call came in at 8:26 a.m. and responders transported her for medical care.
Congressman Clarence Miller learned that the Social Security Administration plans a new full time facility in Athens under Marietta management. The office, serving Athens and Meigs Counties, will employ about eight people, with staffing rising from four or five on opening. Opening date depends on staff and space arrangements and bids for a location have not yet been requested.
Daniel Skinner of Glouster was found guilty of trespassing on Trimble Local Board of Education property. He faced a prior charge of attempted breaking and entering and was fined $25 plus costs by Acting Judge Roger Jones. Harold Sayers of Beaver was also found guilty of public intoxication and fined $25 plus costs. Greg Davis of Nelsonville pleaded innocent to petty larceny for allegedly stealing a $50 television from James Maiden. bond continued and a July 14 hearing was set.
The Federal Hocking Band Boosters announce the Ohio State Twirling Championships and Miss Majorette of Ohio Contest set for Federal Hocking High School on Saturday. Top twirlers from across the state will compete in a public event starting at 9 30 a m with food served by boosters and the official state champion to be chosen. Names of local residents appear in the notice, with several families listed as participants or attendees.
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