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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1972
Page
5
The 26th annual Milhoan Ridge Homecoming took place at the Milhoan Ridge Christian Church in Jackson County with about 100 relatives and friends in attendance. Mrs. Walter Swain gave the invocation and a picnic lunch followed at noon.
An advertisement notes a deaf inventor claims a compact rechargeable power cell for hearing aids, designed to fit entirely within the ear. The device aims to improve battery life and wearability for users seeking discreet amplification.
A historic ultra miniature one ear hearing aid with built in power cell is unveiled by a man with hearing loss. Free actual size non operative samples offered by mail to the public. A meeting notes Wilford Milhoan presiding and lists many Jackson County attendees for an August 1973 reunion.
Heath United Methodist Church observed Promotion Sunday during the Church School hour with Wendell Hoover introducing teachers who handed out certificates and promotions. Kindergarten learners moved to Mrs. Charles Young's class including Brent George and others, while several students advanced to C E Young's class, fifth grade, and junior high.
Mr and Mrs Hobart L Young married on June 25 in Berne Indiana and hosted a reception at Trinity Church Pomeroy. The bride is Evelyn Fick of Pomeroy. The Friendly Circle oversaw the reception with cake and punch served by several hosts. Local and out of town guests attended from Pomeroy Columbus Racine Minersville Middleport Gallipolis and Cleveland among others.
Rutland Friendly Gardeners invite juniors to display in the Summer Wedding show on Sept. 16 at Rutland Elementary School. Horticulture classes include zinnia and marigold blooms and a general entry. Green Thumb award planned. Artistic classes feature The Ring Bearer and The Flower Girl. Educational divisions include Cypress Gardens Appalachia and Wayne National Forest. Entries accepted 9 am to noon with no artificial materials.
Wahama High School has announced new class officers for 1972 73. Senior officers include Judy Lieving as president and Lawrence Weaver as vice president. Kathy Keyes is secretary treasurer. Juniors include Mark Mitchell president Mary Roush vice president Joanna Goodnite secretary Tim Roush treasurer. Sophomores include David Roush president Melanie Barton vice president Steve Young secretary treasurer. Freshmen include Robin Perry president Marty Holbrook vice president Kim Knight secretary and Scott Kelder treasurer. Eighth grade Jerry Tucker president Danny Weiss vice president Christy Kearns secretary treasurer. Seventh grade Kenny Young president Shane Hesson vice president Danny Gillman secretary.
Racine Lodge No. 461 F and AM marks its 100th anniversary with a dinner meeting at Southern High School on Tuesday at 6 30 p m Reservations are to be made with Jesse Brinker The charter dates to October 16 1872 The history notes early past masters and a modern Masonic Temple building Fay Fullion grand master of Ohio will be guest speaker Robert Heegle is lodge worshipful master
William R. Crow, 52, of New York forfeited a 200 bond for driving while intoxicated in Middleport Village Court led by Mayor John Zerkle. Others forfeited bonds for various offenses including stop sign violations and disturbing the peace. several individuals were fined for intoxication, resisting arrest, or related charges.
In Thurman a break in damaged the store front window of Russ Grocery and post office. Three to four dollars in pennies and unknown cigarettes were taken. Investigation continues. In New Haven a resident’s son fell from a porch injuring his head and was taken to Holzer Medical Center. Meigs Band Boosters set meeting for Monday at 8 p.m.
Chester United Methodist WSCS met to plan a district meeting in Nelsonville and an officers workshop at Camp Francis Asbury on Oct. 18. A new member, Mrs. Clara Conroy, joined as the nominating committee presented officers. A yard sale is set for Oct. 21 and pecan orders will ship Oct. 27.
Otto Iles of Pomeroy will be guests of honor at a reception marking their 65th wedding anniversary. The event is on September 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Trinity Church, Hunter and Spring Streets, Logan. Friends and relatives are invited.
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