Legion To Usher Arrival of 1974 New Years Party
Area residents are invited to observe the energy crisis and celebrate 1974 with the annual New Years Eve party at the American Legion Hall on Monday, Dec. 31, starting at 9 p.m. The Legion Post will host dancing, snacks, and a buffet with optional guest contributions. Hats and noisemakers will be provided as neighbors meet at W. Blagrove Street.
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American Legion Hall
The
Legion Post
Legion Hall
W. Blagrove Street
Oil Wells Near Here Quiet as Rumors Circulate
Rumors claim local oil wells have been capped and stored oil awaiting sale. Residents question whether an actual shortage exists, noting tanks hold supply while officials offer no confirmation.
Sandusky Road Receives New House Numbers
Effective December 20 residents on Sandusky Road Co rd 199 will see new addressing. James Page director of Rural House Numbering in Union County announced the change.
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Sandusky RD
James Page
Direcor
Union Co
Williams wins Windsor Challenge of Champions title
Lew Williams of Steubenville Ohio captures Windsor Raceway second annual Challenge of Champions with back to back wins in races eight and nine at Windsor Ontario. He also wins with Pepe Song in race four and receives the trophy from Farrington Stables plus a Chrysler car.
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Lew Williams
Steubenville
Windsor Raceway
Windsor
Ontario
Jan Johnston
Pepe Song
Wilbur Thompson
Weyburn
Sask
Farrington Brothers
Farrington Stables
Richwood
Chrysler Auto
Williams
John Martello
W. Weese
Robert Farrington
Louis Forbes
Richard and
Bradley Farrington
Farrington Stable
Bloodmobile meets Union County quota despite low turnout
The December 10 Red Cross Bloodmobile visit collected 48 pints, enough to meet Union County’s quota. Higher returns in Marysville reduced the remaining need for Richwood. Donors from Magnetic Springs responded strongly due to a hospitalized donor in Magnetic Springs and telephone outreach by Mrs. Sally Parrott. Names listed include Julia Waters, Mary Reidmiller, Donna Reidmiller, Robert Bayes, George Ferguson, and many others.
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Marysvile
Richwood
Edna Watkins
JoAnn McElroy
John OD. Livingston
Vera O'Connor
Columbus
Dorothy Ballard
Magnetic Springs
Sally Parrott
Julia Waters
Mary Reidmiller
Donna Reidmiller
Robert Bayes
Steven Hughes
Ed Storbeck
Harold McElroy
Gerald Forrider
George Ferguson
Echo Baker
Burnetta van Zant
Lowell Fitzpatrick
Kathryn Clevenger
Larry Krebehenne
Paulette Fegley
Nelson Sproull
Everett Rinehart
Barbara Fielder
Harold Kuba
Don Poland
Marjorie Skidmore
Charlotte Markley
Robert Hines
Kenneth van Zant
Patti Belcher
Mildred Laughrey
Harold Karcher
Edward Pacha
Paul J. Speyer
Pamela Skidmore
Deborah Viv Has
First Baptist Living Nativity Returns in Community Display
The article notes the Living Nativity presented by First Baptist Church members and friends since 1952. It describes the ongoing community event and its annual standing display for residents to enjoy.
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First Baptist
First Baptist Church
Christmas Nativity Scene and Holiday Events Listed
A local church hosts an annual Living Nativity with ten people three Wise Men three Shepherds two Angels Mary Joseph and the Babe live sheep and a traditional musical program. Also listed are Dec 28 Ridgedale Dec 29 Bexley Jan 1 OSU roses at Pasadena Jan 3 Richwood Lions scene and Richwood Lake ice conditions.
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Ridgedale
Bexley
OSU
Pasadena
Richwood Lions
Mary
Joseph
Baptist
Nixon reveals San Clemente spending and Western White House plans
The excerpt details Nixon's defense of San Clemente expenditures, noting $68,000 spent on safety and utilities, $635,000 on grounds, and nearly $6 million by the military on the Western White House complex. He asserts personal funds covered $187,977 of home improvements and outlines the future gift of San Clemente to the public.
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Nixon
Associated Press Managing Editors Assoc
the Gazette
San Clemente
General Services Administration
GSA
Secret Service
White House
la Casa Pacifica
United States
Mrs. Bushong Admitted to Hardin Memorial Hospital
Mrs. Harold Bushong of Grove Street resides with her daughter Mrs. Janet Webb and is a patient at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Kenton.
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Harold Bushong
Grove St
Hardin Memorial Hospital
Kenton
Janet Webb
Return to the Old-Fashioned Practice of Dounnnchinage
The piece hints at reviving a traditional practice amid a chilly scene and mentions turned-down thermos tats as a motif. It reads as a cultural or whimsical commentary with emphasis on retro customs and seasonal atmosphere.
Postal worker saves Rodman home from fire on Beatty Ave
A fire in the Bill Rodman residence started in a clothes dryer and was quickly suppressed by postal carrier Russ Daniels who entered the home, pulled a blanket over the flames, and cut off gas and electricity before firefighters arrived. The quick actions prevented further damage and Daniels resumed his route.
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Bill Rodman
Beatty Ave
Gazette
Rodman
Postal Service
Russ Daniels
Daniels
Truckers Association Opposes Work Stoppages and Blockades
The Ohio Trucking Association and its Executive Committee condemn any trucker work stoppage or road blockade over fuel prices and speed limits. They endorse a 55 mph limit to conserve fuel, urge drivers to conserve, support fuel complaint channels, seek fuel allocation for truck stops, and ask government and law enforcement to ensure continued safe service to maintain the national economy.
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Ohio Trucking Association
Organized Motor Carrier
Organized Trucking Industry
Internal Revenue Office
Birds Remembered in Snow With Food for Feathers
With snow covering the ground the piece urges kindness to avian visitors by offering seeds and scraps. It highlights setting out food for birds during cold weather and keeping feeders filled to help wildlife survive.
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Legion
Farrington
Santa’s
Franklin & E
Ottawa
Santa
Richwood Streets
P.A.R.T
Richwood Merchants
Red Cross
Union County
Ottawa and
Clinton Streets
Richwood Lake
Truckers Assoc
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