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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1976

Page

2

Ellis Heads Squires in Ohio State Convention

Michael Ellis of Athens was elected Ohio State Chief Squire at the 17th annual Columbian Squires convention. The senior at Athens High School will lead the state program July 1 through June 30, and previously served as state bursar.

Athens Michael Ellis Ohio The Columbian Squires Knights of Columbus Ellis Athens No. 1898 Mike Athens High School

Hocking River Crest Reaches 16.46 Feet in Athens

The Hocking River peaked at 16.46 feet in Athens and stood at 14.29 feet and falling early today. Chauncey Route 13 detour closed from Saturday afternoon to Sunday afternoon as floods flood basements and gardens. The bridge near the county home remains shut for repairs, raising traffic and prompting requests for flood control aid.

Hocking Athens Chauncey Y Creek

123 Marijuana Plants Found in Carthage Area

Athens County sheriff officials found 123 marijuana plants growing near a wooded area along Fossil Rock Road in Carthage. Plants were seized and held at the sheriff's office for disposal with no charges expected. authorities noted a previous harvest and said owners may not be responsible without proof of ownership.

Athens County Sheriff's Department Carthage Robert Daugherty Daugherty Fossil Rock Road Sheriff's Office Nelsonville

Fewer Jobless In June In Athens County and Region

Athens County June unemployment fell to 7.3 percent from 7.4. OBES report shows 17 575 employed, 1 391 seeking work. Six county region rate 7.4 percent, statewide 7.2. Meigs 5.7 and Jackson 8.1, Hocking 8.7, Gallia 7.7, Vinton 7.5. In six counties 61 263 employed, highest twelve months. Nelsonville car crash injures 19 year old Bruce McQuade. treated and released.

Athens County Ohio Bureau of Employment Services OBES Hocking Vinton Jackson Gallia Meigs Nelsonville Bruce McQuade Kroger McQuade Mount St. Mary Hospital

Picnic Raises Funds For Athens County Democrats

About 175 Athens County Democrats attended a fund raising picnic at the Athens Knights of Columbus Hall last week. Sponsors included the Athens Area Democratic Women's Club and a citizens' group led by Dorothy Thompson. Each candidate will receive a $100 contribution. cake auction raised funds with county commissioner Helen Baker the top bidder.

Athens County Athens Area Democratic Women’s Club Citizens Dorothy Thompson Athens Knights of Columbus Phyllis Sorubbio Democratic Women's Club Helen Baker Lauren Young Gary Efaw Clyde Bronson Karen Harvey Wilma Allen Sue Maiden Rex Maiden David Frey Marjorie Mitchell Larry Grey Jerry Adams James Plummer U.S. House of Representatives

Government Health Aid Favored in Regional Poll

A Southeastern Ohio poll at the Crooksville Roseville Pottery Festival shows 71 percent support government health insurance against catastrophic illness. Other results include 75 percent favoring tax cuts only with equal federal spending cuts, 77 percent backing mandatory gun crime sentences, 25 percent supporting federalized welfare, and 60 percent backing more nuclear power plants.

Southeastern Ohio Clarence Miller Crooksville- Roseville Miller's Office Israel United States U.S Congress Soviet Union

Undelivered refund checks totaling 1.1 million in southern Ohio

About 2 800 taxpayers in southern Ohio face undelivered refunds totaling 1.1 million at the IRS. District director D L James Jr urges affected taxpayers to contact local IRS offices or call 1 800 582 1700. Delays arise from moved addresses, lost or stolen checks, or return omissions, with Oct 1 cutoff for reissuing.

Southern Ohio Internal Revenue Service D.L. James, Jr Internal Revenue Cincinnati James Postal Service IRS

New Voters Deadline Set for Aug Special Election

The Federal Hacking School District sets Aug 13 as the deadline for new voters to register for the district’s Aug 24 special election on an 8.2 mill operating levy. Absentee ballot applications must be submitted by Aug 21, county elections board officials said.

Federal Hacking County Elections Board

Bicycles in Demand Spur Easy Classifieds Search

In a booming market, bicycles are in high demand and readers are directed to Classification 81 for quick finds. The notice encourages shoppers to browse the easy-to-use section to locate the bikes they need.

Heavy Agenda Before Break

Washington lawmakers rush to action with taxes crime control clean air and postal finances shaping a busy week. House set mine safety and public meetings bills while Senate weighs LEAA extension amendments to Clean Air Act and tax measures.

Washington House Senate Law Enforcement Assistance Administration LEAA Commission Congress Presi

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