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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1968
Page
11
New York press notes Perranoski struggles to locate ballparks but finds success on the mound. The veteran reliever earned his fifth win in six decisions as Minnesota beat the Yankees 4 3. He pitched 1 2 innings, allowed no further runs, and posted a 1.53 ERA across 22 games.
An instructional note describes how shifting stance affects golf ball spin. Pulling the left foot back opens the stance causing a slice with clockwise spin and a slight fade. Pulling the right foot back closes the stance causing a draw with counterclockwise hook spin.
Baltimore pitcher Dave McNally tossed a five hit 2-0 win over the California Angels in a pitchers’ duel highlighted by Boog Powell’s two run homer. McNally, 5-5 with a 2.10 ERA, notes a hitter dominated year while Hank Bauer laments offensive slumps across the league as Baltimore struggles to hit .219 team-wide. Frank Robinson injured and weather-affected practice are cited as factors.
Cincinnati pitcher George Culver endured a 3-2 defeat to Atlanta as he allowed five hits over six innings. Joe Torre hit a two run homer to spark the Braves, while Pete Rose and Tommy Helms produced early runs for the Reds. Ken Johnson left with elbow soreness after six frames as Atlanta seized the win and moved to 3-3 for the season. Cincinnati visits Atlanta tonight for the second game of the series.
Gallia county announces the ninth annual Kyger Creek Little League tournament begins July 6. Teams must send roster and name by June 20 to Bill Hubbard at Ohio Valley Electric Corporation in Gallipolis, Ohio 45631.
At Logan High School band banquet held at Blosser's Restaurant the John Philip Sousa Band award was shared by Tim Fout and David Kelch with other nominations, plus senior trophies, junior keys, and various instrument pins awarded by band director Al Horsky. The event honored the 1967 68 Senior Band with a La vender Blue theme and included guest invitations and a postponed date due to flood.
Bowling Green State University associate professor Ronald F. Hartley received a $1,000 Teaching Award, the first distinguished teaching honor at the university. Selected by students, the award is sponsored by the Bowling Green Parents Club. Hartley previously taught at the University of Illinois before joining BGSU in 1965.
Leroy Hashman and Marg Bartlett won the 250 Club and 225 Club championships at the Athens Rollerbowl. Hashman rolled a 755 scratch series to set a house record and win the 250 Club with Metters second and Reed third. Bartlett topped the 225 Club with a 639 series, Morris second, McBride third. all top finishers earned cash, plus trophies. Eleven bowlers entered the 225 Club and 14 entered the 250 Club.
Mrs. Thomas W. Wilkinson and four children of Logan Route 4 plan a June 10 departure for Mexico City to stay with Mrs. Wilkinson’s parents. They will visit Dallas and Laredo on the way, return via Atlanta for a family reunion, and Mr. Wilkinson a Lockheed engineer will fly to join them.
The Auxiliary Unit Glenford Dugan Post 229 of the American Legion meets Thursday at 7 30 p m in the Legion War Memorial Building. York Grange No 2436 convenes Thursday at 8 p m in the Grange Hall Oak Grove to plan an inspection tentatively for July 18. Valley Lodge No 169 Knights of Pythias meets Wednesday at 7 30 p m in the Pythian Hall.
In San Juan Vicente Ray Rondón outpointed Luis Rodríguez in a 10 round bout and Percy Pugh defeated Billy Bockus on points in New Orleans. Dave McNally and the Orioles shut out California 2-0, while Jose Vidal of Cleveland homered once to power a 3-2 win over Chicago White Sox.
Carl Bachman, a storied Findlay High School figure, retires for a second time at 65. After coaching 34 years, he steps down as athletic director in Findlay Ohio, having previously retired as coach in 1956 amid a celebrated career.
Logan Hocking County deputies found a north clubhouse door pried open at 2:30 a.m. Tuesday and $125 missing from cash. A cigarette machine and coin operated record player were damaged with unknown losses. The incident remains under investigation.
Nelsonville high school class of 1923 held its 45th reunion at Mrs Frances Stage home on Walnut Street. A luncheon was served and an exchange of family news occurred. A book of mementoes was prepared for each member and many send their regards via letters and calls from members unable to attend.
Nelsonville Police Chief Max Valkinburg warned local merchants to avoid accepting checks from unknown individuals after a business took a stolen payroll check from a Logan firm. The suspect was apprehended, but the chief urged continued vigilance amid ongoing counterfeit and forged check schemes.
Sanitarian David Mingus said tests on Laurelville drinking water will continue for at least two more weeks as a precaution. Despite drinking water being declared safe last Thursday, super-chlorination remains in effect. No restaurants have reopened, but one grocery and the bank are now open.
Births announced at Mount St Mary Hospital include a daughter born to Mr and Mrs Ronald Taylor of Carbon Hill. Also listed are newborns associated with Richard Patton Logan Anna Strausbaugh Jackson ville Miss Susan Coomer New Straitsville Master Thomas Mitchell Murray City Charles Matheny Columbus Kenneth Struble Logan Mrs Lillie Belle Day Nelsonville and Mrs Donald Sikorski and son William Goins Miss Judy Wilson.
Byrd Adios won the featured pace at Scioto Downs Monday night finishing the mile in 2 03 and paying 11 80 6 40 3 80. Bal Jos Sam took second for 7 and 3 60 while Debbie's Choice paid 2 60. Pacific Coast League scores list Indianapolis 6 Vancouver Spokane 6, Denver 5, Seattle 6, Tulsa 7, Phoenix 6.
LOGAN Junior 4-H Camp runs June 15 19 for members 13 and under. Those 13 may attend Senior Camp July 8 12. County agent Don Young recommends Junior Camp for all 13 year olds. In Tar Hollow Group Camp with Athens County campers, activities include swimming archery indoor and outdoor recreation nature song leading and craft. Reservations due by 4 pm June 10 with $11 fee. LOGAN The June 4-H Council meeting at 8 pm Tuesday in the court house extension office will mark the reorganization.
Notice announces cancellation of the $413 000 Trimble Local School District school improvement bonds sale set for June 20 1968. Carrye Bridges, Clerk, Board of Education, Trimble Local School District.
Ordinance 045.68 passed May 20 1968 authorizes the city service safety director to advertise and receive bids for the demolition of the Samuel Warren property on East Washington Street Athens Ohio. It declares the measure an emergency to preserve public peace health and safety. Attested by Clerk Patricia B Betz and approved by Mayor Raymond Shepard.
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