Ex Postmaster Joseph A. Schira Dies at 71 in Carey
Joseph A. Schira 71 longtime Carey postmaster died at his home 135 S Muntig Street at 11 30 a m December 12 from heart trouble Born April 6 1897 in New Riegel he married Velma Campbell June 26 1920 She survives along with son Thomas Schira Cleveland and daughters Cora Hosler Rocky River Ellen Wolfe Mansfield He had many community roles including National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation Soldiers and Sailors Relief Commander American Legion past county commander and postmaster He was active in charity drives and civic groups Funeral services were held December 14 at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation Carey with burial in St Marys Cemetery Bristoll Funeral Home in charge
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Joseph A. Schira
S. Muntig Street
New Riegel
John N
Mary T. (Pethe) Schira
Velma Campbell
Thomas Schira
Cleveland
Ben
Cora, Ellen) Hosler
Rocky River
Robert
Ann) Wolfe
Mansfield
William C.schira
Sedona
Arizona
Clarence
Martha) Reinhart
Florence Schira
Carey
Schira
National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation
Soldiers and Sailors
Com
Knights of Columbus
Wyandot County
Mt. Idy
Elks Club
Upper Sandusky
Hubert Kobunski
OFM Conv
162 Give Blood On Friday
Wyandot County contributed to the Red Cross Blood Program with 162 pints collected from 177 prospective donors, 15 deferred, including 59 with appointments and 103 walk-ins. Also 151 units were offered as replacements for recent recipients, with donors from Nevada, Harpster, Marseilles, Morral, Kirby, Forest routes, Carey and Upper Sandusky areas.
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Wyandot County
Red Cross
Nevada
Harpster
Marseilles
Morral
Kirby
Forest
Carey
Upper Sandusky
AW Ac Nee
Ronald R Neff Reports For Duty
Ronald R Neff, son of Mr and Mrs Clifford J Neff of 146 S Lake Street, has reported for duty at the Naval Communication Station in San Juan Puerto Rico. The station the oldest naval activity on Puerto Rico coordinates naval communications from the Gulf of Mexico to the South Pole and extends into the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.
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Donald R. Neff
USN
Clifford J. Neff
S. Lake Street
Naval Communication Station
San Juan
Puerto Rico
Caribbean
Gulf of Mexico
South Pole
Pacific
Atlantic
Garey Home Damaged by Fire in Carey Incident
A Carey residence suffered heavy damage by fire. Fire crews responded promptly to control the blaze and prevent spread, with unknown cause under investigation. One resident reported evacuating safely, and no further injuries were reported.
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Garey
Elks Kiddies Christmas Party Schedule Across Two Theaters
The Elks announce their annual Kiddies Christmas Party for Saturday December 21 with a free movie at Carey Theater starting 10 00 a.m. Santa appears about 11 00 a.m. for treats. A second free movie plays at Star Theater in Upper Sandusky at 1 00 p.m. and Santa visits the Elks Home at 2 p.m. to meet children and give out treats.
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Elks
Carey Theater
Star Theater
Upper Sandusky
Santa
Elks Home
Worshipful Hester Srathe Fe Welcomes New Officers
The ceremony list shows officers including Walter Tunic Thomas as Deacon and William Deacon with Grover Snyder and Harry Rook as Secretary. James Traxler serves as chaplain and William Howat as Junior Steward while Harold Fry is Trustee. The installation concluded with a traditional dinner sponsored by the master-elect Bentmin Walter Rook junior.
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Grove
Row
Walter
Thomas Us
Charles
Willam
Grover Snyder
Sree
Harry Rook
W. He -Thomas
Tyler
Robert
Mott
James Traxler
William Howat
Harold Fry
Bent Min
Her Rook
Bluffton and Carey Mayors Address Community Pride Committee
Bluffton Mayor Wayne Motter and Carey Mayor Raymond A. Peiffer spoke on downtown improvements and beautification efforts. Carey is moving to underground lighting with photos shown, while Bluffton renovates Riley Creek area and reduces unsightly storefront signs. The Community Pride Committee, chaired by Mrs. David Queen, continues study of downtown Findlay's progress and seeks broader urban improvements.
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First Federal Savings and Loan Company
Findlay
Bluffton
Wayne Motter
Carey
Raymond A. Peiffer
Peiffer
Motter
Riley Creek
Imittée
David Queen
Hit and Run Reported in Carey Police Probe
The Carey Police Department investigates a hit and run that occurred between 8 and 10 p.m. December 9. Dwight Ruhlen of 401 West Street reports his 64 Dodge was struck while parked in front of his home, with $40 damage to the door.
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The
Carey Police Department
Dwight Ruhlen
West Street
Carey Masonic Lodge marks 100th birthday celebration
Carey Lodge No 420 Free and Accepted Masons celebrated its centennial on December 13 with a dinner at the Christorean Church hosted by O C Twining. Honors were given to Grover Snyder and other notable Masons as the history of the lodge was presented and guests toured a redecorated temple space.
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Carey Lodge No
O. C. Twining
Christotheran Church
Howard Snyder
Demolay
Temple
Ann McKee
Order of Rainbow Girls of
Ohio
McKee
Sandy Watkins
Carey Lodge
George Snyder
Crawford Chapter
Order of Eastern Star
Memorial United Methodist Christmas Program at Carey
Memorial Church hosts a Christmas program with a 9 30 a m service featuring Robert Klinger sermons titled Christmas Is Only a Beginning. The Children's Choir and youth participate with organist Mrs Wilford Shuman. A Candlelight Service follows at 7 30 p m on Christmas Eve.
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Memorial United Methodist of Carey
Robert Klingel
Ars Wilford Shuman
Midwest Benevolent Homes
The
United Methodist Church
Im Memorial United Methodist Church
Klinger
Wilford Shuman
Carey Times Holiday Schedule Notice
The Carey Times will be on sale Tuesday December 24 due to the Christmas holiday. Please have news in early.
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Carey Times
St Pauls MYF to Stage Home For Christmas Play
The St Pauls United Methodist Youth Fellowship presents a three act play Home For Christmas written by Rega Kramer McCarty. Cast includes Mary Wilson Vivian Baker Tim Burden Lucy Kloepfer and others with Youth Director Mrs Deni Regel. Held Wednesday December 18 at 7 30 pm at St Paul Church two miles south of Vanlue. Rev Mark Burden leads.
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St. Paul
Local Traffic Violations List From Carey and Surrounding Areas
A list of traffic related charges includes Mayer Gourt Larry Wickham Carey failure to stop in assured clear distance $10 and costs Julian V Viera Carey failure to yield $10 and costs Henry Luzader Jr Fostoria failure to stop after accident $10 and costs Roger McKinley Parks Carey rapid acceleration $25 and costs Roger McKinley Parks reck less operation $15 and costs Kenneth Roe Risingsun Ohio rapid acceleration $20 bond Carl Tiell Wharton excessive speed $25 bond Joseph Hanna Carey failure to use turn signal $10 and costs Radames Boni Livoni Mich excessive speed $25 bond.
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Larry Wickham
Carey
Julian V Viera
Henry Luzader, Jr
Fostoria
Roger McKinley Parks
Kenneth Roe
Risingsun
Ohio
Carl Tiell
Wharton
Joseph Hanna
Radames Boni
Livoni
Mich
Postmaster Thanks Carey Area for Early Christmas Mail
William Howard thanks Carey area residents for mailing early and aiding Christmas mail efforts. He and the associate mail men express appreciation and promise all mail will be delivered by Christmas.
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William Howard
Carey Area
No more trap shooting at the Carey Sportsman Club
The Carey Sportsman Club announces suspension of all trap shooting activities until further notice. Members are informed the range will remain closed pending new directives and safety assessments.
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The
Carey! Sportsman Club
Sportsman Club
Lighting Contest Discussed At Carey Kiwanis Meeting
Carey Kiwanis Club members at Bowl-Era Restaurant discussed the Christmas Lighting Contest and town displays. Aprons were presented to William Swartz Charles Mabey and Bernard Mennigen, signed by all members, with a next meeting featuring a Christmas gift exchange and carols.
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Carey Kiwanis Club
Kiwanis
Kinaman
William Swartz
Charles Mabey
Bernard Mennigen
Brad Roof Receives Ohio Conservation Award
Brad Roof Carey joined 18 others in Ohio Conservation Achievement Day ceremonies at the Youth Center on the Ohio Exposition Grounds in Columbus on December 16. Roof was the 1948 state champion in land and soil judging. Governor Rhodes praised the leadership for natural resource preservation and wise use.
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Brad Roof
Carey
Ohio
Columbus
Brad
James A. Rhodes
Carey Wrestlers Split Week with 42 10 Win over Hopewell-Loudon
Carey Blue Devils opened with a 42 10 victory over Hopewell-Loudon as Jeff Enders pinned Jerry Edinger in 13 seconds of the final period and Don Lynch pinned Terry Young to push the lead. George DeAmicis won by pin in 29 seconds and Dan Walters forfeited, botching a later loss to Findlay.
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Blue Devil Grapplers
Hopewell- London
Crestline
Jim Arend
Carey
Craig Taylor
Mark Adelsperger
Bob Bentz
Hopewell-London
Jeff Enders
Jerry Edinger
Dallas Mundy
Hopewell-Louden
Dale Swartz
Don Lynch
Terry Young
Don
Terry
Ralph Troiano
Rick Henry
Dave Higgins
Hopewell- Loudon
Carl Taylor
Roger Bayes
Mike Copus
Pete Neiderkohr
Don Weller
Dan Walters
Hopewell-Loudon
George DeAmicis
George
Findlay Trojans
Blue Devil
Vpwer
Gene Laman
Bill Spoon
Jim Krantz
Dallas Munday
Teff Moore
Mike Himes
Mike Delaney
Duane Stout
Doyie Stout
Frank Burke
Reggie Clark
George de
Mohawk
Charles Wenner Elected President of Ohio Lumber Group
Mr Charles W Wenner of The Snyder Lumber Company has been elected President of District 23 of The Ohio Lumber Dealers Association of Ohio District 23 comprises the lumber dealers in Northwestern Ohio This is the first President elected from Carey since the organization began Carey should be proud and happy for the honor.
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Charles W. Wenner
Snyder Lumber Company
Ohio Lumber Dealers Association of Ohio
Ohio
Carey
Carey council approves two ordinances and police asks about alcohol training
The Carey Village Council passed Ordinance No 645 by emergency measure and Ordinance No 642 after a final reading, with financial transfers and park aid discussed. Sheriff-elect Mark Kauble urged police to train with alcohol detection equipment, at a cost of 300 dollars the first year and 100 dollars annually thereafter. Traffic concerns were raised about US 23 and a new highway diverting trucks. a village pickup sold for 10 dollars. Fire department reported 16 calls in Q4 1968, including 5 automobile, 2 grass, 6 house, and 1 shed fires with damages estimated.
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Carey
Mark Kauble
Elec Wyandot County
Cot
Ray Deiter
Fostoria
U. S. 23
Columbus
Bowling Gr
Deiter
Timle
George Gault Patterson
Ohio
O.L
Alco
E.tery
Carey Fire Department
Carew
Crawford Township
Ridg Township
Christmas Feast and Santa Visit at Legio Hall
Notice lists annual Christmas feast at Legio Hall December 21 starting 8 PM with turkey bacon and prizes. Santa will greet children 2 to 4 PM that Saturday. Also brief notes on J T Club, Carey Kiwanis, Wesleyan Guild, NABA Christmas gathering at Grace and Martha Black home with 50 cent gift exchange.
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Legio Hall
Legion
Santa Claus
Lego Hall
Naba
Grace
Martha Black
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Hit & Run Reported
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Gen “Sra
Dale Shambaugh
Royal
William Haller
Eugene Luce
Gregory M. Enders
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Vey Kiwanis
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Mayer’s Gourt
By Dave Damron
Charles Wenner
Council
J. T. Club
Wilbur Kinney
Tiffin
Wesleyad Guild
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