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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1961
Page
2
Middleport village council approved a 497 repair package by King Construction Co to fix the hall. Work includes lighting ceiling paint formica top wiring door frame and termite treatment.
Pomeroy police report three cars damaged in a collision at the Pomeroy-Mason bridge stop sign. Leo C. Kennedy Jr. 21 of Middleport struck James H. Hoyt 17, also of Middleport, who then hit Kenneth C. Webb of Ripley West Virginia. Minor injuries to passengers Ruth Ann Farmer Carol Jacobs and Becky Lee Wendell.
The Ladies Auxiliary of Lewis Mandley Post 263 gathered at Mrs. Allen Hampton's home to report on polio and heart fund drives. Mrs. Campbell Harper led as president with Mrs. Oscar Hardaway presenting on Americanism activities. Easter themed decorations, baskets as favors, and hostesses marked the event. next meeting set for April 11.
James O Norton son of Mr and Mrs Carl Norton has arrived at Misawa Air Base Japan to serve a two year assignment. He completed four months training in aircraft and missile pneudraulic repair at Chanute Air Force Base Rantoul II. After 30 days at home he departed for Japan.
The Pomroy United Methodist Church welcomed four when three children received baptism and Harvey Van Vranken of Pomroy joined the church. Baptized were Tamara Lynn Finley, Susan Marie Wright, and David Lee Williamson, all noted as children of local couples.
Meigs County Judge Emmet W. Peoples dismissed two cases on Monday. Ruth Cheadle had fraudulent check charges dropped after paying the check and costs. William Jordan’s intoxication charges were dismissed with costs paid. Henry Carpenter posted a $100 bond on assault and battery charges.
Easter Sunday observance at Harrisonville Presbyterian Church with a 6 p.m. service in the school yard and a 10 a.m. worship service inside the church followed by an Easter egg hunt.
Three youths appeared before Mayor Kenneth McElhinney and were fined for pouring a chemical solution on a Middleport High School floor. Jeffrey Kokovitch and David Chesher, both 18 and 20, each paid $5 plus costs, with no floor damage reported. Lester Shoemaker, 24, was fined $5 and costs for operating a vehicle with an illegal exhaust system. Robert Quillen was arrested for reckless operation and to appear later this week.
The Rutland Garden Club announced a two day flower show at Rutland Methodist Church on April 15 and 16. Members reported on a recent Ohio Association of Garden Clubs workshop in Xenia and featured devotional by Mrs. Biddle. Traveling prize winner was Mrs Cash Johnson. Floral arrangements were showcased by Mrs Diehl and Mrs Cottrell.
Miss Erma Smith was discharged from Pleasant Valley Hospital and is recovering at home after nose surgery. Mr. and Mrs. William Strauss of Marietta visited Friday evening with her mother Mrs. Olive Ingraham. They were joined home for the weekend by Brenda Sue Ingraham. Alma Thompson and Roy Hoeflich of Columbus were called here Sunday by the unexpected death of Mrs. Edward Hoeflich. Ramora Boice, Western College for Women student at Oxford, is spending vacation with her parents Dr. and Mrs. R. E. Boice. Charles Hannahs, son of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Hannahs, has been ill at home for a week. Mrs. W. A. Morgan and granddaughter Kathy Morgan spent the weekend in Columbus with Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Gotthardt and son Bruce.
The name Billy Slater son of Mr and Mrs William Slater was accidentally left off a Middleport Pack 224 list of cub scouts who participated in activities at the Scoutorama at Point Pleasant over the weekend Billy is a member of Mrs Franklin Tripletts den
Clifford Fleming aged 22 of Waverly Route 1 West Virginia and Nancy Brawley aged 19 of Coolville Route were issued a marriage license. The record lists their ages and hometowns with no additional details.
A skating party for the Westminster Youth Fellowship group and guests took place Saturday evening at the Ohio University rink in Athens. Chaperones and escorts included Don Lowery Paul Haptonstall Lewis Sauer Jr Richard Vaughan Miss Nancy Dunbar and the Rev Howard Ruppelt. The list of youths featured Carole Anderson Carolyn Russell Roy Coleman Lois Ann Sauer Janice Zirkle Edith Haptonstall Billy Haptonstall George Sauer Kathy Lacy Kenneth Harris and Carolyn Searles.
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Eichinger hosted a Mulberry Heights party for their daughter Paula Jean’s second birthday. Guests included Rex O'Brien Nancy Swartz Larry O'Brien Dennis Eichinger Allen Eichinger Dana Oliver and other family members who enjoyed cards cakes ice cream and treats.
Seventeen members of the Ohio Eta Phi Chapter Beta Sigma Phi sorority attended Guys and Dolls at Memorial Auditorium in Athens on Friday night. A pizza party followed the play. Members listed include Linda Watson Lois Ann Rosenbaum Barbara Betzling Mila Woods Annie Chapman Peggy Saunders Mary Carolyn Wiley Lucy Amsbury Betty Everson Dorothy Amberger Yvonne Scully Janet Hinkle Donna Jones Shirley Houston Jean Brain Sabra Morrison and Betty Fultz.
The Ohio Eta Phi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority will meet at 8 tonight at the offices of Ohio Fuel Gas Co. A company representative will give a demonstration before the business session.
The Literary Club will meet Wednesday at Mrs. D. B. Hartinger’s home. The program will be presented by Mrs. George Lasher and Mrs. Ben Philson.
Members will attend Good Friday services at the Federated Church in uniform at 7:30 p.m. They will also attend Easter morning services at 6 a.m. at the Forest Run Methodist Church.
Middleport Band Boosters Association outlined senior and junior band events at a high school meeting. The senior dinner dance is set for April 7 and the junior party for April 13 with The Jays as entrants. A combined band concert is planned for April 23 and a record hop for April 22.
Reedsville March meeting of the Riverview Garden Club was hosted by Mrs. R L Larkins with assistance from Mrs. Harold Massar Mrs. Della Ruth and Mrs. Dorsal Reibel. President Mrs. Lawrence Rose led business and members shared favorite club activities and spring plant plans. Reibel led a program on caring for perennials and a flower-themed game awarded a prize. Refreshments served to 12 members and one guest.
Norma Amsbury entertained Xi Gamma Mu Chapter Beta Sigma Phi with a Chester Road party. Miss Lucille Smith displayed Hawaii trip photos and received a gift. refreshments were served by a list of members including Sarah Gibbs and Mary Anderson.
Mr and Mrs Wilbur Rowley Jr announce the birth of a son named Michael Edgar. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Wilbur Rowley Sr Bradbury and Mr and Mrs Charles H Murray of Pomeroy. Great grandparents are Mr and Mrs Otho Murray of Pomeroy and H A Hensley of Long Bottom.
Laura P. Pomeroy Krebs of Carpenter has filed suit for divorce from Charles D. Krebs of Carpenter in Meigs County Common Pleas Court. She cites gross neglect of duty and seeks custody of one minor child.
A candlelight communion service is planned for Thursday at 8 p m at Morning Star EUB Church. The Rev Francis H Glazier will deliver the sermon with the topic It Is Finished.
In Middleport Heath Methodist Church members of the Methodist Youth Fellowship held a Last Supper observance on Sunday evening. The menu featured foods typical of Christ times such as lamb unleavened bread olives dates cheese nuts figs and grape juice. Passover candles were lit before the meal and scripture verses reflecting the theme were read by several youths. Adults helped prepare the observance supper.
In Middleport the first birth day anniversary of Jill Walburn daughter of Mr and Mrs Dale Walburn was observed Sunday A cake with a bunny candle was served Gifts were given by Mrs Lawrence Walker Mrs Pete Roush Mrs Dana Hamm Mrs Raymond Walburn Miss Mary Walburn Mr and Mrs R G Clark Sr Mr and Mrs E L Hughes and Stevie Walburn
The Ladies Auxiliary of Feeney Bennett Post 128 American Legion will meet at 7:30 this evening at the post location in Middleport.
Meigs County will prioritize local creditors owed small sums as the county settles debts from the prior administration. Auditor Gordon Caldwell said each old bill requires a separate resolution and will be paid after five days of signed minutes. About 130000 in unpaid bills from the last administration, including 34000 for a tractor, are noted as due with funds from future tax collections.
Rock Springs Methodist Church youth fellowship met to plan an Easter party at 7 30 Thursday at the Rock Springs Grange hall open to area youths with refreshments. A skating party is set for April 4 at Skate-A-Way Rink and a charge meeting on April 10 at Chester Methodist Church.
Meigs Temple Pythian Sisters met at R of P Hall with hostesses Mrs Homer Jones Mrs William Lowe and Mrs Richard Owen. They planned an April 10 card party at the American Legion hall in Middleport. Ills reported for Miss Erma Smith and Mrs Lena McElhinney. Easter meditation by Mrs Ben Neutzins and poem read by Mrs Mabel Sanborn. Prizes awarded to Mrs Sanborn Mrs Genevieve Meinhart Mrs Minnie Gilmore and Mrs Martha Childs. Refreshments served to 18 members and one guest.
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Asa Bradbury hosted a surprise birthday dinner for their son Asa. Cake ice cream and gifts from George Sauer Steve Hindy Stephen Pullen Kenny Harris Sam John Hood John Blake and Teddy Morarity accompanied the celebration in Middleport.
Twelve persons faced fines or bond forfeitures in hearings before Mayor Charles Legar. Notable entries include William P. Grueser for assault with $5 and costs, John Harris Porter for $25 bond forfeiture over unlicensed driving, and Troy Ohlinger Jr. for driving while intoxicated with $100 and costs plus three days in jail. Others covered include Rose Marie Harmon, Dan Gilbert McKinley, Richard J. O’Neil, and James Woodyard among several reckless operation and speeding charges.
Middleport community plans a 7 30 p m Good Friday service at Heath Methodist Church. Speakers include Rev Fred I Gardner Rev Howard Ruppelt and Rev Nyle Borden with Rev Donald Boone and Rev Raymon Konkright presiding. Special music by Heath Methodist choir. Offerings fund the Daily Vacation Bible School June 5 to June 16 at Central school.
Grove City librarian Mrs. Margaret Croushore 77 died Sunday at Mount Carmel Hospital. Requiem Mass set for 9 30 a m Wednesday at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Rosary services 8 15 this evening. She is survived by sons Robert and John of Grove City a daughter Mary Virginia Klein of Middletown Pa and sister Mrs Mayme Harris of Middleport.
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