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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1971
Page
5
Pomeroy officials weigh cutting water to Middleport if a May bill is not paid by July 15. Middleport had been billed for total May usage 4 336 000 gallons, far above the flat rate. A meter valve could divert water to the Ohio River, forcing Middleport to rely on its wells.
Middleport Village Council met in a short session Monday night. They discussed a disputed water bill from Pomeroy Board of Affairs and the proposed ten year water contract at 1000 dollars per month for 2.5 million gallons minimum. Five million gallons were metered last month and Pomeroy contends payment for excess. council defers action awaiting mutual agreement. Also noted were pool motor repairs and marina sump pump, signs at Walnut and Fourth Streets, well drilling rules, inactive auxiliary police, and park use with about 300 people noted.
State Highway Patrol at Gallipolis logged four traffic accidents over the weekend. Darlene Hayes 23 of Pomeroy was cited for improper passing after a northbound car she drove on Route 7 south of Route 554 went off the highway while passing. Gary Finely 30 of Crown City lost control on Route 7 and struck a school sign with no citation issued. Casey Hamrick of Middletown drove a northbound car that caught fire at 7 30 p m engine fire contained with no injuries. A two car collision occurred on a curve on County Road 7 involving Earl Louder 24 of Columbus and Alfred Wilcox 56 of Jackson with no citations.
New Haven Public Library reports fifty seven new titles placed on shelves guided by librarian Mrs. Paul B. Powell. The selections include works on history science fiction and children's classics from authors such as Coretta King Wigbute Her smen and Disney among others.
Meigs 4-H Pink Panthers and Harrisonville Girls clubs met for knot tying, refreshments, and planning. The Harrisonville group discussed selling flower bulbs sponsoring the bloodmobile and assignments, while Karen Wer led Pink Panthers at home.
Meigs County towns Letart and Racine lost lights after an electrical storm Monday evening. Columbus and Southern Ohio Electrical Company and the Ohio Power Company crews were dispatched to repair downed lines. Gallia County also reported severe storm with telephones and power lines down.
Meigs County Sheriff reports a private property crash in Story's Run area at 12:30 pm involving a 11 year old riding a bicycle and a 15 year old on a Honda motorcycle. The bike rider sustained a minor arm cut and no serious injuries were reported.
Five Meigs County youths attended the 4-H Club Congress in Chicago under the theme We Care We Can We Will. Sponsored by the Meigs County Agricultural Society the 4-H Advisory Committee and Citizens National Bank, Ruth Ann Jordan was elected Meigs County news reporter.
Pleasant Valley Hospital reports the birth of a son to Mr and Mrs Charles Warner of Robertsburg. Admissions include Mrs Loyal Dailey II and several others from Point Pleasant Thyran Wallace II Pomeroy Alfred Hobbs Gallipolis Ferry Phyllis Devault Leon Mary Warner Robertsburg Andrew Scherer Winfield Joyce Wright Ashton Cliford Jones II West Columbia Discharges include Mrs Edith King Mrs Carl Gardner II and James Spears Robert Hayes Patrick Rymer. Meigs licenses list several young workers and residents among Dexter Marietta Albany Point Pleasant Long Bottom Pomeroy.
The County Board of Retardation hires Mrs. Daniel Thomas to teach younger students at one community class and seeks applicants for a second position for older students. Mrs. Edward Crooks requests a one year leave of absence. Applications due at July 6 meeting. Donations totaling 230 dollars from Riverview Bible School Pomeroy group and Community Bible School earmarked for a mimeograph machine.
Five bonds were forfeited in Pomeroy village court Saturday evening with Mayor Charles Le gar presiding. Fannie Osler of Pomeroy and Duane Sidders of Shade each faced 50 dollar fines for shoplifting and reckless operation respectively. Harold Durst of Pomeroy paid 25 dollars for intoxication. Carleton Wells of Ironton and Sherry Fridley driving left of center were fined 25 dollars each. William Haptonstall of Middlesport was fined 5 dollars plus costs for running a red light. In Chester, All Beneficiary members of Chester Council Daughters of America will meet July 6.
POMEROY The Big Bend Regatta of 1971 was called the most successful in years by William Grueser, Chamber president, at a Monday luncheon. He praised the boats, flea market, frog jumping, displays and food. He thanked sponsors including Meigs Local Schools, the Pomeroy council and Mayor Charles Legar, and noted press coverage by several papers. Grueser said profits are expected and listed candidates for the 1971 72 board of directors.
Jurors on the Meigs County Common Pleas petit jury hear Rankin versus Craig on damages from an auto accident. Names listed include Hugh Custer June Ashley Amos Leonard Victor Hysell Betty Stout Ruth Bradford Tony Taylor Joe Foreman Mildred Morris Robert Codner Malcolm Kennedy and Max Eighinger.
Point Pleasant merchants discuss sidewalk days August 13–14 with flying saucer act and high school band. Battle Days set for October 8–9 with a downtown parade. Promotion chairs named for both events and stores will close July 5 for Fourth of July.
Columbia Gas System geologists target the Appalachian Basin as a prime source of natural gas. Advanced rotary drilling and geophysical surveys improve locating deposits, though wildcat success runs one in nine. Deep operations aim to expand supply and deepen geological knowledge, despite high risk and cost.
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