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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1973
Page
3
Ohio lawmakers fail to pass campaign spending reform after weeks in special session. Kurfess and Gilligan are cited in a gubernatorial ball and chain labor saga as the source of the setback. Republican Charles F. is noted in the report.
Ohio House minority leader Kurfess criticizes Gov Gilligan and says a campaign spending reform bill failed because the governor favored organized labor and opponents offered no true compromise at a Baker Center press conference.
Mike Gould of the Ohio Cooperative Extension Service told a Kiwanis crowd that Southeastern Ohio has unique advantages for livestock and farming due to land, climate, and people. He cited cattle as example with 2-3 acres per cow locally vs 4-5 nationally, and noted pigs can be raised outdoors with lower costs and higher profits.
The Athens County Red Cross seeks clothing and essentials for the Gillian Mayle family of Stewart Route 1 after a fire destroyed their home and possessions from a fuel oil stove explosion Friday night. The family lists specific clothing sizes for adults and a young grandson, plus needs for linens, appliances, and kitchenware. donations should call the Red Cross.
The 67th annual Christmas Seal drive in Athens County has raised $4,480 to date. Chairman Don Campbell urges prompt use of mailed seals and generous responses to Christmas Seal letters. Last year funds financed tuberculin skin tests, chest x rays, scholarships, and health services in the county. Those without seals can contact Mrs. Mary Lou Rose at 592-1945 or visit 15 South Court Street.
Lenyeletse Seretse, Botswana central district council secretary and development leader, visits Ohio University as part of the International Visitor Program. He discusses community development programs for youth Employment in Botswana and notes sheep farming has a bright outlook with local experts and new machinery aiding winter livestock care.
Ronald Wong, former Ohio University student, found guilty of grand larceny in Athens County Common Pleas Court for stealing 61 books from Alden Library over several months. He had pleaded no contest, claiming each theft was under $60. A presentencing report will be prepared.
Athens merchants join Athens National Bank in a holiday drive to urge residents to shop locally. Bank president Tad Grover says the program gives stores window signs buttons and counter cards while stressing Athens has growing merchandise variety and value.
A list of births announced from O'Bleness Memorial Hospital includes names and residence locations such as Glouster The Plains Athens and Chauncey among others. Families welcomed daughters and sons with parents listed for several couples and individuals.
An attempted break in at the One-Stop Carry Out on Stimson Avenue was reported Sunday night or Monday morning. Police said a window was broken in a possible entry attempt. A bicycle valued at $110 belonging to Steve Bierger of True House was reported stolen.
A breezy fashion blurb promotes cotton fabrics as smart casual wear. The piece highlights breathable, cool attire designed for relaxed comfort and easy styling in warm weather. It emphasizes versatile coordinates for daily use.
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