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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1963
Page
9
Hamden wins a close opening round game over Allensville 74 to 70 in the Vinton County Class A Tournament. Hamden's Huston and Young led with 28 and 20 points while Gene Graves paced Allensville with 24. The score stayed tight through the final period as Hamden surged late to secure the victory.
Ohio University sends two mile and four mile relay squads to Cleveland for the Knights of Columbus Invitational. The two mile relay features Bill Heller Darnell Mitchell Bob Crooks and Barry Sugden facing Georgetown University after strong showings at Mason-Dixon and All-Ohio meets. Mitchell narrowly missed the world record in the 1000 yd dash at All-Ohio. The mile relay lineup includes Jim Zettlemeyer Mel Orr Ron Beganie and Jim Baldini with Orr also set for the 50 yd dash.
The page lists several programs with times and brief descriptions. Highlights include The Flintstones at 8 30 p m Carry On Nurse Fred Dick Gregory and Mary Ford on Jack Paar Show color slots for Mitch and Hitchcock Hour Diagnosis Danger and Rawhide at 7 30 p m with a plot involving Gil Favor’s widow in Incident.
At 7 pmWhats New airs followed by 730 pm Age of Kings and 845 pm Watch Your Language. The lineup ends with 9 pm American Economy.
Channel 4 The Egg and Part 2 at 1 10 am Sam Boystown. Channel 10 Lives of a Bengal Lancer 11 20 pm King of Chinatown 1 am. Channel 13 Terror in the Haunted House 11 20 pm SATURDAY Hangmans Knot 5 pm Tight Spot 11 35 pm Littlest Rebel 7 45 am The Old Fashioned Way 3 pm Treasure of Hawk Hii 4 15 pm Come Fill the Cup 1 15 pm Man on the Flying Trapeze 1 30 am Blue Skies 1 pm.
Ohio University star Harry Houska dominates the 177 lb class with a 17-0 record and pins in 14 wins. Coach Fred Schleicher praises his drive and weight fluctuation, while Houska downplays individual glory and emphasizes team strength as he competes in the MAC championships at Bowling Green and prepares for upcoming NCAA events.
Gallipolis sergeant Richard B. Roberts, a communications analysis specialist, arrived for assignment with a United States Air Force Support unit. He previously served at Fort Myer, Virginia, and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Shelby F. Roberts of 727 First Ave., Gallipolis. He graduated from Gallia Academy High School and entered service in May 1956. his wife is Sally J. Botts of Columbus.
A series of birth announcements from Holzer Hospital notes a number of newborns to the Webster Galloway Scritchfield Dever and other area families. The admissions roster includes Olan Goodwin George Stump Danna Chase Bertha Mil loan Richard Gaylor and many more with numerous local residences listed. Blood used Thursday 2 pints.
The Messenger reports 277 students and six teachers were absent in Gallipolis city schools, led by Washington School with 130 students and five teachers. Gallia Academy Junior and Senior High had 98 absentees, Green School 34, and Clay School 15, marking Thursday as the fourth straight day of high absence after Tuesday saw 300 students out.
Fowler Jr. of Appalachian Power Co in Point Pleasant completed ten years with the firm Friday. He rose from groundman to lineman A, recently served a year at Fort Polk as a staff sergeant in the West Virginia National Guard. He is a Point Pleasant High School graduate and lives on Sandy Heights with his wife.
Ohio University hosts Bowling Green University in a MAC finale at 2:00 p.m. in University Terrace natatorium. BG, hampered by flu and mono, relies on veteran sprint and backstroke talent. Ohio seeks a second win behind medalists and strong breaststrokers in a tight meet.
The Rev. A. A. Angle of Logan West Virginia will visit Trinity Methodist Church March 17 to 19. Pastor Curtis Saville of Trinity Methodist will return the visit March 20 to 22.
Reports from space agencies warn Venus reaches 800 F, making landing dangerous for humans. Local observers note Venus appears bright yet obscured by dense clouds, contrasting with the inviting atmosphere at the Tiki Lounge and Restaurant inviting patrons to enjoy a pleasant setting.
New Polynesian themed lounge invites guests to relax in a large parking friendly venue. Located at 760 State Street beside Airport Snack Bar with a special entrance through the dining room. Opened 1959 per United Features Syndicate.
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