22 Dec 1966
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Newspaper
Richwood Gazette
Location
Richwood, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1966
Page
1
The piece celebrates Christmas in Richwood with family gatherings and holiday programs. It reflects on the religious meaning, festive traditions, carol singing, and the spirit of giving dating back to ancient times and continuing through today.
Miss Mary Jo Fetter daughter of Mr and Mrs Richard D Fetter has been pledged to Theta Nu Greenwich Sorority at Otterbein College Mr and Mrs Fred Ormerold moved from Route 3 to a new mobile home on Reed Rd
The WSCS of the First Methodist Church met Wednesday night at 8 00 in the church fellowship rooms. Officers reviewed circle activities and reported. Plans for a School of Missions beginning January 8 were announced and Christmas plates for shut ins organized by Gladys Cheney.
Richwood resident Dorothy Albaugh will be highlighted in the Columbus Dispatch Magazine Section this Sunday December 25. The Angelology enthusiast shares her vast angel collection including the Color Cover and figurines of all sizes with angels used as paperweights bookmarks vases and a cookie jar for little angels only.
The Civic Center thanks all Senior Citizens Club members patrons and contributors for another year and sends holiday greetings. November-December birthday party will feature Helen Sieg with slides from the Holy Land. Center closes Dec 23 and 24 for Christmas baskets and again on Dec 26. Hostesses Dec 27 to Jan 1 are Ruth Woods Mrs Carroll Bickley Mrs Gladys Cheney and Mrs Minnie Yearsley.
The Carpe Diem Club met December 15 at Mrs. Paul Hastedt’s home with Mrs. Ce cil Charles Jr presiding. Mrs. L. F. Davis spoke on “The Faith of Christianity,” tracing its history and challenges, urging renewal. Members discussed Islam objects for the next meeting.
The first meeting for the new Worthy Matron Maxine Sidle was held Dec 13 at the Masonic Temple. Janet Smith was installed as Associate Conductress by Past Matron Henrietta Sullivan. The charter was draped in memory of Wilma Treese and the altar for Past Grand Matron Sarah Binder.
The Union County Extension Advisory Committee interviews candidate Larry G Steward a graduating senior at Ohio State University with a degree in agriculture education He was born in Delaware County and the committee sent their recommendation to the OSU Board of Trustees for employment as County Extension Agent 4 H
North Union Board of Education met briefly Monday night approving steps for ward annexation of part of the land for the new high school site. The board delayed lunch price increases to Feb 1 and planned regular bill payments and payroll handling before Christmas.
The Alicia Class of the Phar isburg church held their annual Christmas party on December 15 in the church parlors. A pot-luck dinner followed by a short business meeting presided by Hughie Tatman, devotional readings by Mabel Parrott, and song and readings by Helen Marsh and others. A gift exchange included Rev and Mrs Burk and numerous local residents. Chloe Wynn learns of cousin Clay Fisher's death in Springfield. services set for Thursday at 3 PM.
Marion Winter was transferred to San Antonio Hospital on Tuesday of last week. His condition was reported as relatively the same by medical staff.
Franklin Penney a rural carrier on Rt. 2 aided Mrs. John Hull when a fire broke out at her home. He helped breach walls while she fetched water, saving the semi invalid occupant and their residence. Hull left a grateful note in Migatas thanking him for the life saving intervention.
The Farm Womans Progressive Club of York Two met Thursday afternoon December 15 with Frances Farrington. Joy Kerns presided and read a Christmas poem. Officers installed were Christine Hines president Frances Farrington vice president Lois Reese secretary treasurer Helen Borland assistant secretary. Carol Oberdier led the program “Beauty” and discussions on weight loss and posture followed. Lunch honored the holiday season and the January meeting will be at E U B Church basement with Zone Brooks hosting.
The Central Methodist WS CS met at the church last Wednesday with 12 members and 3 guests. Abbie Chapman led the program. Mrs. Helen Neer gave a book review of The Little Christmas. Rev. Chapman supplied music and spoke on Silent Night. Hazel Fry chaired the business meeting and plans were made to prepare fruit baskets for 18 shut ins. Guests included Mrs. Helen Myers, Mrs. Neer, and Rev. Chapman.
John R. Stillings of Rt. 1 suffered severe facial lacerations a broken nose and possible arm and back injuries when his car was struck by a train while returning home from work at the Whirlpool Corporation last Thursday.
Union County Sheriff Ed Amrine was moved from Memorial Hospital Marysville to University Hospital Columbus for tests after a heart attack. His condition was described as improving slowly on Tuesday with plans to return to Memorial Hospital once testing ends.
The Claiborne Methodist WSCS met on December 14 at the church for a covered dish supper with eighteen members present. The program, led by Vice President Bertha Matlack, explored the meaning of Christmas through The Cradle The Cross and The Crown, followed by hymns and a candle lighting service.
Jerry D. Titus a Marysville High School junior died in a late night auto accident near Madison County on Saturday December 17. He was born April 21 1950 in Union County and survived by his parents three sisters a brother and two half siblings. The body was moved for services and burial at Faulkner Funeral Home Marysville after removal from Cheney McKee Funeral Home.
The Harlem Stars return to Richwood under Wildcat Boosters Club sponsorship to face the Richwood Royals on December 29 at North Union Gym. The acts promise comedy and skill with intricate passes and trick shots, preceded by a junior high intra-squad game. Tickets cost 1.25 for adults, 1.00 for students, and 0.50 for under 12.
The Band Boosters finalize plans for the Dress-Up Dance on December 27 with The Mustangs from Marion performing 8 to 11 PM. Co chairs are Mrs. Tom DeGood and Mrs. Bernard Benton. Uniform use by students would incur a $5 fee issued with uniform distribution. Charter and decor by Band Council. Banner flag purchase discussed and tabled pending cost details.
The Harlem Stars visit to face the Richwood Royals in a 7 p.m. basketball exhibition on Thursday December 29 at the local venue. The week’s calendar also lists community events at Claibourne Grange Village Council IOOF Gun & Game Club and a Holiday Dance hosted by Eastern Star Essex K of P on Tuesday December 27.
North Union showed balanced scoring led by Cunningham and Dennis as they beat Highland 86 to 51 and defeated the Scotty futures 51 to 50. A Saturday loss to Pleasant halted momentum as fouls sidelined key players and Spartans pulled away late. The junior varsity fell 41 to 22.
Mr and Mrs Luther Laughrey Jr and family from Amlin entertained with dinner and a change Sunday. Guests included Mr David Fryman and LaRue, Mr and Mrs Fryman and sons, Camp, Mr Fryman and I, and Mrs Max from Richwood.
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