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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1971

Page

2

OU Plans To Maintain Quality Athletic Economy

Ohio University outlines a two year agenda for student life to preserve the quality of intercollegiate athletics while seeking further economies in operations. The plan, part of President Claude R. Sowle's biennial state of the university report, targets residence halls counseling financial aid and other extras.

Ohio University Claude R. Sowle Sowle South Green Mill Street Wolfe Street Baker Center

Wheeling bridge inspection after noises spook residents

State highway experts plan a thorough inspection of the 115 year old Wheeling suspension bridge after residents heard loud cracking as heavy trucks crossed a span supposedly closed to trucks. Gov Moore ordered the bridge closed to prevent danger.

Wheeling W. Va State Department of Highways Wheeling Suspension Bridge Ohio River Wheeling Island Arch A. Moore Jr

Catapult Project Planned by Webelos Den 71

The Webelos den of Pack 71 will meet Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the United Methodist Church education building on Central Avenue. Boys should bring a screwdriver and a pencil for a catapult construction project.

Webelos United Methodist Church Central Avenue

Car Debut Scheduled By Dealer

University Volkswagen on Route 33N plans a grand opening to introduce 1972 car models Thursday night. Refreshments and door prizes accompany the event. An employee completed a new 1972 model training course at the Technical Training Center of Midvo Inc. in Dublin. William Williamson of Rutland, a mechanic for the Columbus Road dealership, attended.

Volkswagen Athens William Williamson Rutland Columbus Road Midvo Inc Dublin Midvo Ohio Kentucky

Ohio Local Forecast Sees Mild Dry Week Ahead

The Ohio forecast shows mild dry weather through Thursday under a high pressure system near the East Coast. Temperatures stay near normal with tonight's lows mid to upper 50s and Thursday highs in the 70s. Global outlook notes rain Wednesday for the Great Lakes and Mississippi Valley and cooler conditions in the northern Rockies with warmer weather in the south.

Ohio Mississippi Valley Great Lakes Mississippi River Valley Washington State Rockies

Athens Teen Age Republican Club Organizes at City Hall

The Athens Teen Age Republican Club held an organizational meeting in City Hall. Paul Koffel appointed interim officers: Mark Rowland president Ted Essex first vice president Patty Griffin second vice president Bob Gall treasurer Marty Rowland secretary Linda Baker adviser. Age limit 13 to 17. Auburn star Terry Beasley made 52 receptions in 1970, 46 for touchdowns or first downs.

Athens Republican Club City Hall Athens County Young Republican Club Paul Koffel Interm Mark Rowland Ted Essex Patty Griffen Bob Gall Marty Rowland Linda Baker

Spooks Walk Athens Streets In Kiwanis Halloween Parade

The Athens Kiwanis Club plans its annual Halloween parade led by the Athens High School Band. Kiwanian John White announced the event for Thursday Oct 28 at 6 30 p m, with a route from W Washington between Congress and Court to Mill and ending at the old football field. Children are sorted into five age groups with prizes for top costumes and each child receives a treat. The high school band and twirlers perform at parade end.

Athens Kiwanis Club Athens High School W .Washington Street Congress Court Mill Athens High Twirlettes

Soloists Spotlight at Heinz Hall Opening

Mezzo soprano Joanna Simon and soprano Benita Valente sang as soloists with the Pittsburgh Symphony conducted by William Steinberg in Mahler Symphony No 2 Resurrection marking the opening of the remodeled Heinz Hall venue formerly a movie theater.

Pittsburgh Mezzosoprano Joanna Simon Benita Valente Pittsburgh Symphony William Steinberg Mahler Heinz Hall

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