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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1977

Page

13

Vinton Picnic Sunday At McArthur Fairgrounds

A Vinton County picnic event is planned for Sunday at the fairgrounds north of McArthur with races relays and egg tossing. Local groups including Country Corner and The Elevators perform while children enjoy silver dollar prizes and a nail driving contest. Displays from the Southeast Ohio Emergency Medical Service Jaycees and the Vinton County Historical Society are featured. Volunteer firemen will stage a water battle and family picnic facilities will be provided.

McArthur Vinton Elcome Fairgrounds Marthur Country Corner Evelators Southeast Ohiomergency Medical Service Jaycees Vinton County Historical Society

Military service notes for area residents

M Sgt Ronnie L Bean son of Elvin and Gladys Bean of Nelsonville reports for duty at Mather AFB California as an aircraft maintenance supervisor with a Strategic Air Command unit. He is a 1960 Nelsonville High School graduate and previously served at Norton AFB California. His wife Linda is the daughter of Delmer Burris of Albemarle North Carolina. Airman Terence D Lee son of Louis and Mrs. Lee of Racine recently completed Sheppard AFB Texas technical training for protective coating specialists and is assigned to Patrick AFB Florida with an Air Force Systems Command unit. His course yields academic credits through the Community College of the Air Force. Army Pvt Jackie D Paynter son of Raymond Paynter of Brenton West Virginia and Eunice Daunders of Vinton Route 2 recently completed seven weeks of advanced individual training at Ft Benning Georgia. Army Spec 4 Danny L Grim son of Elbert Grim of Coolville Route recently reenlisted for three years while serving as training noncommissioned officer with the 7th Field Artillery in Riedberg Germany. Specialist Grim is a 1975 Federal Hocking High School graduate who joined the Army in January 1974.

Ronnie L. Bean Elvin E. Bean Poplar St Nelsonville Mather Afb Calif Bean Nelsonville High School Strategic Air Command Norton Afb Linda Delmer Burris Albemarne N.C Terence D. Lee Louis D. Lee Racine Sheppard Afb Tex US Air Force Lee Patrick Afb Fla Air Force Systems Command 7Th. Field Artillery Riedberg Germany Grim Federal Hockingigh School Army

Area Students Win Cutler Scholarships

Two area students, Sharon Lee of Nelsonville and Faith in of Pomeroy, won Manasseh Cutler Scholarships at Ohio University for 1977 78. The $450 merit awards honor one of the university founders. Othniel Looker later became Ohio governor in 1814 to finish Meigs term.

Manasseh Cutler Ohio Universiity Univerity Sharon Lee Nelsonville Faith In Pomeroy Othniel Looker Ohio Meigs

Settlement Reached In Laborers Strike In Ohio

A three week long laborers strike against the Ohio Contractors Association is tentatively settled. Union says an 85 cent yearly raise for three years and a regional transfer clause were agreed. Workers to vote on the contract Thursday. contractors will wait two weeks to ratify. About 15,000 on strike with 20,000 more affected by the walkout.

Columbus, Ohio Ohio Contractors Association Bill Sweitzer John Scales Laborers District Council of Ohio Local 423 Scales OCA Department of Transportation

Glouster Family News and Bids Notice

Evelyn Davis returns home from Waverly after visiting daughter and family. Granddaughter Diane Schultz graduates with Waverly High School. several relatives visit. Plus notices: sealed hay sale bids for 30 acres in Gifford State Forest due June 10 1977 and college bid opportunities at Hocking and Hocking Technical College with July 1 deadlines.

Evelyn Davis Waverly Ralph Schultz Ohio Division of Forestry Gifford State Forest Bern Township Athens County Ohio Don Pooler Route 2 Chesterhill State of Wellston City

Ohio HEW Threat Over Medicaid Funds Sparks Political Exchange

Ohio officials push back as HEW threatens to withhold roughly 6.9 million dollars in Medicaid aid amid a federal review. Governor Rhodes seeks legal action while Health Secretary Califano cites annual nursing home reviews and vows to press Congress to change the law.

Columbus Ohio Department of Health, Education and Welfare Raymond McKenna James A. Rhodes William J. Brown HEW Rhodes State Welfare McKenna Joseph A. Califano Jr King Califano Califano Congress Welfare Department Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation Mental Health Department Federal Department

Miller High School Names All A Honor Roll Students

Twenty one Miller High School pupils earned all A grades in the final six weeks. The list divides by grade with eighth graders Lisa Martin Pam Blosser Rebecca Day JoAnn Glenaman and many others, followed by freshmen sophomores juniors and seniors all achieving top marks.

Hemlock Miller High School Lisa Martin Pam Blosser Rebecca Day JoAnn Glenaman Debbie Miller Curt Rutter Mike Johnson Paul Barnes Rita Boyle Marianne Danielson Robbie Dishon Carol McLain Theresa Opperman Dawn Smith Darla Storts Jim Storts Aaron Wortman Corrine Bernard Crystal Mitchell Francis Pompey Jane Stickhorn Mike Taylor Lori Thrapp Brent Batley Cindy Burnett Lesia Dickeson Robert Dunkle Cindy Fuchs Tammy King Sherry Leckrone Bryan Spencer Marware Stickdorn Penny Wood Lisa Lanning Susan Parker Todd Spencer All A Mary Byrd Lorey Garey Anita Hunter Connie McLain Anna Siemer Mary Canter Tony Davis Brenda Dodson Joe Falk Carla Kaide Vickie Matthews Lisa Pompey Richard Stiles Mike Blaney Rosemarie Bovie Diane Buehler Mark Claywell Jerry Downs Mary Ann Gaddis Deronda Hatfield Tim Owen Cheryl Post Torre Rushing Bobbie West Kevin McLain Doris Kreitz Jean Lin Sandra Wade Laura Buehler Mary Toth David Burgess Terry Gaddis Lisa Merckle Donna Rose Randy Storts Joe Coomer Lucy Hartley Brenda Hayes Debbie Kinnison Rick Devore Candy McGrath April Mack Danny Moore Cindi Saulbeamer Debbie Hawkins Colisa Hughes Kevin Hunter Janeen McLain David Owen Todd Smith Vaughn Stickhorn Denise Swyers Mile Alltop Karen Eberts Ernie King Lori Dodson Keeley Harvey Sharon Wood All Sheryl Gems Judy Lanning Liza Neal Kathy Pyle Cathy Siemer Mike Starlin Theresa Tracey Linda Barnes Donna Bunner Sandy Ferguson Jeff Gaddis Barb Hinkle Sally Mitchell Paul Pottet Janie Preston Bill Starr Mark Storts Kathy Dodson Yvonne Grandon Deanna Nutter Peggy Peterson Greg Stiles Susan Swelgin Jane Thompson Tim McLean

Moisture Needed for Crops In Ohio After Rain

Ohio crop outlook improves with rain though experts warn for more moisture. Homer Carter notes wheat looks good and corn advances. July remains a critical period for moisture. Thunderstorms delivered 0.5 to 2 inches, boosting corn and soybeans while boosting germination of idle seeds. Some late soybeans may benefit, while late corn may be replanted to beans if no response.

Columbus Ohio Homer Carter Ohio Crop Reporting Service Carter Agriculture Weather Center West Lafayette Ind

Tuition Hikes Approved By University Of Toledo Board

The University of Toledo board of trustees approves a 1977 78 operating budget of 37.7 million, up 2 million from this year. A 20 per quarter undergraduate tuition increase, 30 for graduate law students, 40 for out of state students. A 5 per quarter dormitory rate rise and an 8.3 percent meals plan increase removing Saturday and Sunday breakfasts.

Toledo University of Toledo

Athens Officer Bitten by Intoxication Suspect

Athens Police Ptl. Ron Bretz treated at O'Bleness Memorial Hospital after a woman arrested on an intoxication charge bit him on the arm. Sharon Hanning, 234 W. State St., was detained on the west side and later held at County Jail after injuring her hands during an attempted jail door beating.

Athens Ptl Ron Bretz O’bleness Memorial Hospital Sharon Hanning W. State St Brett Hanning

Reopening services at Pentecostal Church Murray City

Richard Harding will preach at 7 30 p m Saturday night at the Pentecostal Church in Murray City Pastor Marshall K Ward invites everyone to attend the reopening service The notice also lists Miller Produce & Garden Center Belpre Ohio and a separate sale note for case lot canned goods

Miller Produce & Garden Center Wash Blvd Belpre Ohio Richard Harding Pentecostal Church Murray City Marshall K. Ward Pentecostal Marshall K Ward

Diverse Church Services and Local Auction Notice

In Athens area items include Holy Cross Church services at Galbreath Chapel each Sunday at 8:00 AM across Anglican and Catholic practices. Hymn sing at Vork Ridge Community Church on June 12 1977 at 2:00 PM featuring The Gospel Ambassadors from Columbus. An auction sale Monday June 13 at 5:30 PM at 4 Evans St Athens Ohio by Sheridans Auction Service lists household goods with cash or check terms. Also local ads for coins shop and footwear bargains.

Holy Cross Galbreath Chapel Vork Ridge Community Church Columbus

Auction Sale Notice in Albany Ohio Farm Equipment

Retirement auction for Mr. Chesser lists 7 tractors and extensive machinery including JD50 JD60 Massey Harris 30 and more. Also includes trucks buildings supplies and home items with cash or check w id verification. Sale set for Saturday June 18 at 10 00 A M west of Albany Ohio with terms not responsible for accidents.

Albany Chesser Massey Harris Coop A.C Ford Ford-Ferg Oliver Superior

Public Auction in Ohio for Antiques and Modern Furnishings

A Sunday sale in Ohio on Route 60 two miles north of McConnville offers antiques and old items, glass and china, modern furniture and appliances, plus garden tools and equipment. Items include two walnut corner cupboards, Empire chest, walnut dining set, Morgan atlas from 1875 and 1902, Westinghouse refrigerator, dinette set, record player, and a John boat among many primitives and dishes. The auction, conducted by Bill Jones for owner Mrs. Sara Derwacher, advises cash or check with PID, no prior viewing, and lunch on premises.

ST. RT Mcconnellville Ohio United Telephone CO Morgan Co Waterbury England Westinghouse Davenport Sara Derwacher Bill Jones

Auctions Net You More for Estate and Antiques

Ottie Opperman promotes auctions for estate farm business and household items with contact numbers 385 7195 347 4842 or 347 4498. Roger E Wilson of London Ohio handles real estate and auctions with home and postal numbers 614 852 033 and 614 852 1181.

Ottie Opperman Roger E. Wilson London Ohio

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Front Row Elsie Richardson Trough Elizabeth McNaughton Hall Arthur Barstow Leta Lewis Wolfe Standley E. Wolfe Edna Spencer Reynolds Edna Patton Raine Lillian Neiman Rose Shay Campbell Aan Rosser North Mildred Wend Carlin Cutler Ain Sweitzer Glouster Hacking Technical College Natural Resources Office Hocking Technical College Board of Education Athens City West Washington Street Athens High School The Plains Alice M. Elliott Athens City Board of Education Legal Court OF Common Pleas OF Probate Division Court of Common Pleas Probate Eber L. Linscott Carl E. Norris Harold J. Rose Joan Langel Athens CO W.G. Tewksbury Amanda J. Longdon Harold W. Longdon Paul Glen Mill St New Lexington Nettie Hudson Sacramento St el Paso Texas Chester Six Clyde Bowman Obetz Amanda J. Langdon Foster B. Cornwell Attorney Court of Common Pleas Pratt West State Free Will Dan Hayman Lost Nation Sound Guysville Joe Tritipp White's Mill Kerr-Hunter Hardware Court St Treasure Chest Top of Hisl Pomeroy Road Chauncey Chauncey Area Black & Tan Columbus Rd Seles-Auctions Evans St E. State St Sunnybank Greenhouse George & Helen Smith Charles P. Smith Sheridans Auction Service Albany, Ohio Clovis Chesser ELKS Lodge Modern Furniture Bradford Auction Co Critt Bradford Sheridan's Auction Service Amesville Jim Alloway Coolville
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