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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1965
Page
13
Lt. Gov. John W. Brown addressed the Boy's State assembly praising respect for the flag and noting the Magna Carta was signed 750 years ago. He linked the pledge of allegiance to the ideals of liberty and equal justice under law.
The Senate accepted several governor appointed officials including Adjutant General David Schroder and Finance Director Cathery Crim while blocking William Miller from directing state personnel. Lawmakers also passed bills on billiards for minors, abolishing capital punishment, flood control near Ohio University, and tax exemptions for certain health and religious facilities.
Tuesday intramurals featured four forfeits and seven no contests. Softball scores include Darlington 14 Bettman 6 and Ingersoll 4 Warner 3. Basketball results show multiple 50 point winners including Darlington Bettman 50 46 and Ingersoll Warner 50 46.
The HETUCK is the Buckeye Boys State daily, produced by its Citizens. The editor and staff invite readers to report news worthy items to the HETUCK office located in the library in Sargent Hall.
Buckeye Boys State celebrates a long tradition with the BBS Band founded in 1837. This year the 150-member ensemble under director W. L. De Weese opened activities on the first day and played at the evening convocation to boost the campaign season.
The second city and county awards were announced Tuesday night with three cities repeating Monday’s performances. Cleanliness and efficiency in government were the main judging bases. Repeaters: Denny Hartpence Kitchen. Newcomers: Baker Campbell Jensen. The McQuigg County award covers Denny City Ingersoll White and Herbert. Conrad Aiken serves as county counselor for McQuigg.
The first intercity dispute of the year occurred between Hartpence and Williams of Ronald County over trash in the halls. The quarrel lasted about six minutes until Charlie Barnes and Bruce Greenlee intervened, giving both cities a heated lecture.
A senate resolution named the main sidewalk of West Green Street in Columbus Carothers Street to honor Macy Boots Carothers a Columbus Dispatch writer editor of the Ohio Legion News and World War veteran ceremonies for the street sign were held Wednesday Carothers who will retire August 1 has entertained stories about his nickname and enjoys travel with his wife and his Volkswagen.
Secretary of State Jim Harris reports the recount for Buckeye Boys State 28th session shows no change: 105 votes for Ted Brooks and 101 for Sebestyen. Over 50 corporations sought processing, including an Indian reservation, an air force base, and a Buddhist Shrine. Attorneys say the cafeteria and ice rink may be bought by private organizations through the Boys State Realty Company.
Gov Corbin proclaims Highway Patrol Day with a 2 pm open inspection led by Mayor Clifford Reich. Fifteen officers will be commissioned from 73 candidates, including Lesch Kantosky Youngman Wade and others. A helicopter mock felon apprehension will precede the convocation along with a possible Judo demonstration.
Denny City council passes ordinance requiring a license to use local highways for residents not paying highway taxes. The measure targets White City residents traveling to the lavatory, aiming to compensate for road wear via license fees.
On Mother's Day in Stone City the city counselor known as Ma Ma Schwartz received a ceremonial gown and accessories. Ken Schwartz is noted as the sole dormitory mother at Boys State. McQuigg County honors John R. McQuigg nicknamed go get em, a World War I veteran who later led the American Legion.
Hetuck became an organ of Hetuck Publishing Company, incorporated by the Secretary of State. It is a non profit organization headed by trustees Mike Snow Dominic Amatore and Curt Arnson.
The piece weighs the benefits and drawbacks of skateboards for American youth. It notes potential for inclusion and personal achievement alongside concerns about sleep disruption clothing damage and injuries from falls and collisions. The writer aims to present balanced facts and let readers decide.
Governor Corbin R. Miller told the General Assembly in a State of the State address that the budget will be cut to under 20 million dollars and funded by an income tax and a soft drinks tax. He urged bills on fair housing, equal employment, lower voting age to 18, anti conflict of interest, unemployment controls, mental health funding, youth rehabilitation, higher minimum wage, shorter work hours, and stricter environmental and education measures. He pledged long office hours and urged lawmakers to seek problem solutions.
A Monday afternoon mock trial in Parks Hall basement involved judges from Municipal to Supreme courts and attorney William Richards guiding the exercise. The case featured John Doe accused of a public address disturbance. the jury found him not guilty, citing constitutional rights.
Mike Frantz, Coffey City counselor, faced a traumatic bunk check after discovering toothpaste smeared on a doorknob. He warned the group with strong criticism but continued the inspection without further incidents.
In a strange incident at Boys State several city signs disappeared overnight. A missing OFF LIMIT sign was later found replaced, and the other sign vanished too before being restored. Citizens are urged to guard any posted signs closely.
In a Tuesday session the Ohio House named chairmen for eight standing committees led by John Hill on Agriculture and Conservation and Ralph Hillman on Education and Welfare. Bills discussed include Buckeye Boys State actions and a public sale for Bird Arena, plus state university and youth employment measures. Kenneth Bailey, Speaker, led to a firm committee lineup after debate over chair replacements.
Lt. Gov. Omar Cordial of Hartpeace City was cited for violating Williams city ordinance barring outsiders from using water facilities. He was summoned to appear before Mayor Rick Stein after office hours. Cordial argued the ticket lacked a date, calling it invalid.
The document names appointees for the Secretary of State Auditor Attorney General and Treasurer. It lists assistants, secretaries, counsellors, clerks, and division heads including Chip Atkins Paul Scott Jerry Gibson Edward Hare Tom Peters Dale Zaletel Stanley Yarnell Jim Hope Dick Minter James Jones Denny Shirey Pat Murray Douglas Houscher Jerry Beaver Jon Brenner Richard Taylor William Syverson Michael Radcliffe John Watkins James Gray Terry Wilson Dave Chapman Tom Market Cliff Dennis Ron Lundthorn Steve Mizer Alan Fulks Pat Welsh Jim Beckman Brady Roscoe Everett Chapman and others in various divisions.
Buckeye Boys State added DeWeese County named for Wilbur S. DeWeese aka Pete, an original Boys State founder and longtime American Legion leader. The county in Irvine Hall comprises four cities Martin Mooney Jensen and Gardner and joins four initial counties Galbraith McQuig Cole Elden Ronald. Mr DeWeese directed the band until his 1962 retirement and remains active in performances.
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