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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1962

Page

2

JFK Aide Dan Fenn to Keynote 17th High School Workshop

Dan H. Fenn Jr. aide to President Kennedy will deliver the commencement address at Ohio University for the 17th annual High School Publications Workshop. Fenn, Harvard graduate and former Harvard faculty editor, has led major educational and world affairs efforts and will speak at the June session. Over 1600 high school editors are expected for the six day program June 24 30 with classes on newspaper and yearbook production and related journalism skills.

Dan H. Fenn, Jr John F. Kennedy Ohio University Fenn Vernon R. Alden Harvard College Phi Beta Kappa Harvard Harvard Business School Bulletin McGraw Hill Book Co World Affairs Council Boston Air Force Italy Lexington, Mass Morrocan L. J. Hartin

Area claims totaled 179461 in three months at Logan bureau

Awards totaling 179461.12 were made during March April and May by the Logan branch office of the Bureau of Workmen's Compensation for compensation medical and hospital services. The deputy administrator James M. Gault said they represent a decrease of 40095.23 from the previous period. The office serves Athens Gallia Fairfield Hocking Jackson Meigs and Vinton counties.

Logan Bureau of Workmen’s Compensation James M. Gault Athens Gallia Fairfield Hocking Jackson Meigs Vinton

Our Peppy Little Painter Promotes Weather-Guard Paint

A cheerful painter touts Weather-Guard House Paint claiming it adds beauty that lasts longer for homeowners. The slogan emphasizes durability and enhanced curb appeal from the premium coating product.

Church Asks Lands Sale in The Plains Parish

The Plains Church of God petitions Common Pleas Court for permission to sell two church lots after losing members. Trustees Fred Crabtree and Frank Wright say the church has ceased as a going body and seek to place proceeds in trust for a potential new church in Anderson, Ind.

The Plains Church of God Common Pleas Court Fred Crabtree Frank Wright Church of God Anderson, Ind

Weather hints and local notices from Athens area

Continued cool and cloudy weather with 11 am reading of 68 and 59 overnight. Public notices include court fines for a dog at large and forfeited bond for speeding, marriage licenses, civil service exam at Athens post office, a child road incident, and a July change of schedule for the Railroad Retirement Board with a local post office appearance.

U. S C. L. Colmer Athens Board of U. S. Civil Service Examiners U. S. Railroad Retirement Board

City Recreation Swimming Program Extended Registration

Officials decided Thursday to extend registration for the six week city recreation swimming program. The program for children age five and up starts Monday at Crystal Pool with registration continuing Friday from 9 a.m. to noon.

City Recreation Crystal Pool

New Officers Installed By Athens Jaycees

Newly elected officers of the Athens Junior Chamber of Commerce were installed at a Wednesday dinner meeting. Roger Swart was named president with Richard Colgan as first vice president and Joe McBride as second vice president. Joseph Barkie became secretary, William Frick treasurer, Roger Whaley internal director, and Larry Jenkins external director. Ray Bostel, national director of the region, conducted the installation. Past President Kenneth Hogard was appointed state director.

Athens Junior Chamber of Commerce Roger Swart Richard Colgan Joe McBride Joseph Barkie William Frick Roger Whaley Larry Jenkins Ray Bostel Kenneth Hog Card

Two Men Fined On Intoxication Charges in Municipal Court

Two men were fined Thursday morning in Municipal Court on city police charges of intoxication. Carl Peck Bobo of Shade was assessed $25 and costs and sentenced to 30 days in jail. Leslie Dowler of 1719 Hanlin Ave. was found guilty and fined $25 and costs.

Howard Hollenbeck 47 Aven Pl Carl (Peck) Bobo Shade Leslie Dowler Hanlin Ave

4-H Enrollment Sets County Records and Camp Plans

Athens County 4-H enrollment reaches 663 members in 40 clubs with 738 projects under 91 adult leaders. Senior camp runs June 29 to July 4 and junior camp July 13 to 17 at Tar Hollow. Senior camp costs 12 dollars and junior camp 10 dollars. Enrollment forms now available. senior deadline June 22 and junior July 2.

Athens County Don Davis Davis

Motorcyclist Injured In Junction Collision Near Athens

A motorcyclist identified as Harlan Payne of Coolville Route 2 was injured when his bike collided with a station wagon at Route 50 A and 33 north of Athens. Payne sustained a possible fractured leg and facial lacerations and was taken to Sheltering Arms Hospital. The State Highway Patrol was called at 11 10 a m and had not finished the investigation at press time. The wagon was reportedly owned by the Columbus and Southern Ohio Electric Co.

Athens Vance Harris Cyelist Harlan Payne Coolville Payne Sheltering Arms Hospital State Highway Patrol Columbus & Southern Ohio Electric Co

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