Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Athens Messenger in Athens, Ohio

We have 16,378,606 pages in Ohio

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1966

Page

5

Athens Posts High May Residential Permits

Unofficial records show 16 new residence permits valued at 299000 in April in Athens with 25 permits for March and April totaling 472200. The service director reported 24 permits for all building types valued at 333495 last month.

Athens Service Director’s Office Elmer Jones Realty Co Berkley Dr C. B. Cash Frum Rd Kenneth P. Jones Longview Heights Stanley H. Hunts

Margaret Creek To Operate Alexander Water Facility

The Margaret Creek Conservancy District will run water distribution for Alexander area, replacing the proposed Alexander Water Corp to secure cheaper Farmers Home Administration loans. Officials expect about 1.25 percent interest savings on a $500,000 loan, with water to be drawn from a lake near the new Alexander High School. A cost report and rate schedule are being prepared for judge review, as the district plans a treatment plant serving Albany, Alexander Township, the high school, and nearby areas.

Margaret Creek Conservancy District Alexander Water Corp Conservancy District Farmers Home Administration Water Corporation John Hamill Conser Vancy Alexander High School Common Pleas John Bolin Albany Alexander Twp

Heart Fund Falls Short Amid County Campaign

Dr Lawrence Goldberg named president of the Athens County Heart Association with Mrs Sol Rosenberg as vice president and Dr David Caul as medical advisor. Don Campbell Alan Fox campaign chairmen and Mrs Roger Jones memorial chairwoman named. Gerald Stauffer treasurer reported $4756 collected for the 1966 Heart Fund, $2444 below goal.

Lawrence Goldberg Athens County Heart Association Sol Rosenberg David Caul Don Campbell Alan Fox Roger Jones Gerald Stauffer

Mothers Day Program Planned by Eagles Lodge

The Eagles lodge in Athens sponsors a Mothers Day program at 4 p.m. Sunday featuring prizes and entertainment. A pot luck dinner for guests will be served at 5 p.m.

Eagles Eagles Lodge Athens

Tri County Vocational Levy Narrowly Passes in Unofficial Count

The unofficial tally shows the 1.9 mill operating levy at 5224 yes to 5179 no, a 45 vote margin. The 0.4 mill bond issue stands 5383 for and 4810 against, a 473 vote edge, with final official results expected early next week from Ray Bobo, county election board director.

Tri-County Ray Bobo County Election Board

Juvenile Court Traffic Rulings Compile List of Offenders

Area Traffic Courts report multiple juveniles and adults cited for traffic violations. Names include Michael Ley 17 Columbus David Younkin 18 Wellston and Maude Young 75 Racine. penalties range from fines of 5 to 15 dollars, costs, suspensions, or patrols.

Michael P. Ley John B. Ley N. Shannon Ave Larry Harold Johnson Washington St David R. Younkin Columbus Charles E. Zimmerman Wellston Michael Dean Myers Cridersville James Gordon Mason Briarwood Dr Ralph Pierce Woodrum Athens Maude W. Young Racine Frank Stanley Drongowski Cleveland

Sheltering Arms Hospital Notes Admits Wide List

A long hospital admissions list from Sheltering Arms records many patients by name and residence. Notables include Mr. and Mrs. Blaine James with a newborn son in Athens Route 4 and multiple patients from Athens and surrounding towns such as Glouster Route 1 The Plains Jacksonville Harrisonville Shade and New Marshfield Route 1.

Blaine James Athens Route 4 Jan Cunningham Glouster Mark Clark New Marshfield Helen Porter Athens Douglas Harrington Orville Martin Everett Watson Tuppers Plains Margaret Thornton Floyd Wolfe William Curtis Bartlett Randy Covella Oda Caster Harold Hoodlett Ina Wingrove Edward Vore James Shiflett Robert Steele Harrisonville Ethel Williams Shade James Christian the Plains Elbert Maxwell Jacksonville

Check Writing Charge Denied In Court

Bernie Weaver pleaded innocent in Municipal Court to writing a $125 check without sufficient funds. He posted a $300 bond and was bound over to the grand jury. The charge was filed by Robert F. Crawford.

B. D Bernie) Weaver N. Court St Robert F. Crawford

Motorcyclist Injured In Route 50 Crash East Of Guysville

A motorcyclist James Howard Ingram aged 19 from Cleveland sustained abrasions to both legs and arms after colliding with a crossing dog on Route 50 east of Guysville. He was transported to Hudson Health Center by private ambulance. The dog was killed in the crash.

Guysville State Highway Patrol James Howard Ingram Cleveland Hudson Health Center

Japanese Professor Visits Ohio University on U.S. Tour

Hiromichi Yamaji a professor of economics from Fukuoka University of Liberal Arts in Japan is assisting Ohio University this week during a tour of U.S. educational institutions. He is accompanied by Tatsuo Asai an escort officer interpreter from the U.S. Department of State.

Hiromichi Yamaji Fukuoka University of Liberal Arts Japan Ohio University U. S United States Tatsuo Asai U.S. Department of State

Man pleads innocent to driving while intoxicated

Richard C. Ruhlman aged 49 of 218 W Union St pleaded innocent in Municipal Court on a driving while intoxicated charge. He was placed under a $500 bond and the case was continued.

Richard C. Ruhlman W. Union St

Recorder Luta Wright Recuperating After Eye Surgery

Mrs. Luta Wright county recorder is recuperating in St. Joseph Hospital Parkersburg W Va after eye surgery per her office report.

Luta Wright St. Joseph Hospital Parkersburg W. Va

McBee Employees Contribute Bloodmobile Visit in Athens County

The Red Cross bloodmobile comes to the American Legion Home in Athens County on Tuesday for the sixth of ten collection days in 1966. Donors may make appointments by calling the Red Cross office, while McBee employees have donated 1078 pints since 1958.

Red Cross McBee Systems Athens County American Legion W. Union St McBee Bloodmobile Donald Jacobs Bill Barnett Ward Wilson Larry Gates Arthur Brooks Hooper Rd Basil Jeffers Poston Rd McBee Pressman Department of Defense Clarke Daily Athens Coun

Civil Case Trial Continues In Court

Orpha Forbes sues Mary K. Dickinson seeking 16320 dollars for damages from a May 1962 two car crash at Court and Washington Streets. The case entered its second day in Common Pleas Court Friday morning.

Orpha Forbes Mary K. Dickinson Common Pleas Court Court Washington Sts

Father and Son Banquet at Marshfield May 14

A Father and Son banquet sponsored by the Masonic lodge is planned for 6 p.m. Saturday May 14 in Marshfield. Eastern Star members will serve. Tickets are available from lodge members or at the door.

Marshfield The Masonic Lodge Eastern Star

Abraham case on trespass dismissed for lack of evidence

Court records show William J. Abraham of Columbus faced a trespass charge filed by Michael Molchan at Lakeview Manor Apts. The case was dismissed due to insufficient evidence.

William J. Abraham Columbus Michael Molchan Lakeview Manor Apts

Stolen Goods Count Denied in Local Court

Two 20 year olds Roger Wayne Ingham and Christopher M. John of Lakeview Manor Apts admitted innocence to receiving a $150 two way radio receiver. Each posted $300 bond and were bound to the grand jury. Edward Flickinger 23 of 49 Stewart St. denied stealing the radio and was bound over to the grand jury.

Roger Wayne Ingham Christopher M. John Lakeview Manor Apts Edward Paul Flickinger Stewart St Television Cable Co

Mercury Reaches 81 as Athens Sees Warm Day

Fair and warmer weather continued in Athens with a 9 30 a m temperature of 75 after a low of 62. Thursday's high reached 81 while the Hocking River fell to 5.2 feet.

Athens U.S C. L. Colmer Hocking River

Soil Stewardship Week Observed In Athens District

Materials for Soil Stewardship Week were distributed to area churches by the Athens Soil and Water Conservation District. The effort highlights the relationship between biblical teachings and soil and water conservation under the theme The Earth is the Lord's. The program includes minister materials for sermons and a simulated TV program on soil practices.

Athens National Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts Harold S. Huff Huff

Memorial Day Parade and Carnival Planned by Legion Post

Members of the K. T. Cros sen Post of the American Legion approve an expanded Memorial Day parade and program. The Legion will sponsor a carnival starting May 31 on post grounds to raise funds for subscriptions to the Messenger and other armed forces publications. Tickets are available from members and local businesses.

K. T. Crossen American Legion C. J. Josten Post Lgion The Messenger George Perry

Auto Club seeks longest continuous members for anniversary

The Automobile Club of Southern Ohio seeks names of members with the longest continuous membership to honor them at a June dinner. The Golden anniversary celebration will begin in June, announced by General Manager John P. Irwin of Portsmouth. Committee members have been named to prepare for 50 years of service to motorists in Southeastern Ohio, with Harry Colburn, president of Hocking Valley Bank in Athens, among serving members.

The Automobile Club of Southern Ohio John P. Irwin Portsmouth Ohio Irwin Harry Colburn Hocking Valley Bank Athens

Fishing Derby Set By Athens Jaycees For Local Kids

The Athens Jaycees sponsor a fishing derby May 21 at Utah Ridge Pond in Wayne National Forest two miles southeast of Nelsonville for elementary students. Robert Moss chairs the project and promises bus transportation. Prizes go to largest fish smallest fish and most catches.

Athens Jaycees Robert Moss Utah Ridge Pond Wayne National Forest Nelsonville

Also Mentioned on This Page

Curtis E. Clifford Bette B. Clifford Richland Hills Seaton Smith LaMar Dr C. H. Woolley Darrel Antle LaMare Dr Carl Clifford Curtis Sr Hollie C. Thomas Ralph L. Six Bardin Dr Ray Sara Collett Columbia Ave John W Avaline Dowler Fairhills the Lake Columbus Rd Henry Seibert Earich Rd C. K. McKinstry Tis Margaret Creek Alexander Water Facility Richard N. Stacy Athens High School Ohio State Midview Medina Tri-County Vocational School Robert Rex Michael Sheltering Arms Hospital Ohio U Nelsonville Home and Savings Association Central Ohio Red Cross Blood Center Duncan McDonald Paul H. Wagner Russell Hall Harold Douglas Robert Gamwell Mercury Security Bank Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Auto Club Jaycees Nick Marinacci James Guseman Robert Green Erle Bridgewater, Jr Jerry Neely Dale Thompson Bridgwater Machine Karl Carter Hereford Zanesville Col A. W. Hamilton H Larry Domino Lloyd W. Arnett Buckeye Polled Hereford Association Mechanicsburg Mason's Beauty Salon Bear Poplar St Mrs Margaret Auflick Mrs. Auflick Southerton Beauty Academy
Search Courier

Search the Athens Messenger Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Athens Messenger?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication