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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1964
Page
5
Lady owned by contractor John Sheffield dies in sleep at nearly 18 years old after a 102 pound peak. The dog rode in trucks, climbed ladders and enjoyed treats from a barber shop visit. The piece reflects on animal care and stray dog issues in the community.
Jerry Stufflebean of the Nelsonville Athletic Association names a 7 30 p m meeting at the high school. The Nelsonville City Council calls a 7 p m special session in council chambers to discuss a flood levee. Valley Lodge No 169 meets Wednesday evening with refreshments after the business session.
The Rainbow for Girls in Nelsonville sponsors a rummage sale Friday in the Ogg building beside the cab station. Doors open at 8 30 a m. Bring articles to donate Thursday evening from 5 to 7 30 p.m.
Nelsonville Glen Ford Dugan Post 229 The American Legion will sponsor a community Halloween party at the Legion War Memorial building starting at 6 p.m. on Oct 29 Prizes will be awarded for costumes in several categories.
The Shawnee Methodist Church hosted a reception and shower for the Rev and Mrs Jon Wilson who were married August 22 in Youngstown. The Rev Mr Wilson, now assigned to the local pastorate, studies at the Methodist Theological School at Delaware. Mrs Wilson teaches at Millersport School. Also reported are Pfc David Craig and Pfc Jack Arkley of Shawnee returning from a 15 day furlough at Fort Carson Colorado to visit family.
Jean Baldy wife of Francis Baldy longtime Corning residents died. burial held at Maplewood Cemetery New Lexington. Bernard of Crooksville announces birth of daughter Sept 23 at Good Samaritan Hospital Zanesville. Jay Bernard grandparents. Corning EUB church Philos class to hold annual chicken supper bazaar Oct 24 at 4 p.m. in church basement. Mrs John Sicilian readmitted to Good Samaritan Hospital Zanesville.
Haydenville residents and relatives from Nelsonville Columbus and Canton visit kin in town. The Ebb Tides perform at the Nelsonville Legion War Memorial for area youths and parents attending. Bill Biggs, Ohio’s No. 2 defensive end, aims for a similar path as his father in Athens dent al studies.
Birth announcements list Mr and Mrs Donald Frankland Athens a son and multiple admitted newborns and parents from across Athens Noble and surrounding towns. Discharges note several mothers and infants returning home along with other patients. The National Hockey League season runs until Sunday March 28.
Elmer J. Fuller of New Plymouth Route 1 pleaded guilty in Nelsonville mayor's court Monday night to driving left of center on Canal Street. He was fined $10 and costs. Thomas Custies Allen of Lancaster Route 3 was ordered to appear in Mayor Hoffman’s court on October 3 at 7:30 p.m. to answer charges from the State Highway Patrol for not stopping at a traffic signal at the intersection of Hocking Street and Route 33 at 11:45 p.m. on October 27.
Murray City EUB Church announces its annual homecoming on Sunday October 4 with Sunday School at 9 a.m. A basket dinner follows at noon. The afternoon services will be led by local pastor Rev William Alison with guest speaker Rev C B Burns of Amanda scheduled at 2 p.m.
Nelsonville social notes cover visits and travels of residents. Lt. Miss Mary Sharp stayed with sister in Canal Winchester. Mrs. David White returned home from Athens after hosting at Walt Fisk. Basil Whitlatch and family visited Columbus and other relatives. the Hindty family moved into 169 West Washington Street, with Daniel Hindy taking a job in Nelsonville. Dave Bennett, formerly of Nelsonville, underwent major surgery in Columbus and now serves as Baltimore postmaster.
A special train to Gallipolis for the Nelsonville football game is announced. Police Chief Max Valkinburg and four auxiliary officers will accompany the trip to provide protection. Mayor William Koffman is reportedly aboard. Logan residents can board at the spur by Grahams Market on E Front St and tickets are sold at Nelsonville businesses.
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