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Newspaper
The Harrison Press
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1972
Page
1
Five wrestlers finished second to lift the Cats to the National Division Wrestling Championship at Reading last weekend. The squad totaled five runners-up helping secure the team title.
Police report lists several break-ins in Harrison area from February 11 to 16. Harrison Bowl burglary took 17 fifths of whiskey and $950 in cash. Harrison Appliances on Harrison Ave. lost two TVs and radios worth $847. State Line Cafe theft took a small handgun and $70 in change. James Simmons Law Office saw $60 in silver and a tape recorder taken. Both teens cited for juvenile court after vandalizing the Veterans of Foreign Wars field during thaw. All cases under investigation by Harrison Police.
The Harrison Jaycees offer carryout fried fish sandwiches and French fries at the Municipal Parking Lot during Lent from 5:00 to 9:00 P.M. Prices are 50 cents for a fish sandwich and 25 cents for fries. Call 367 4440 for orders. Other goodies also available.
The Kiwanis Club of Harrison announced a March 20 1972 appearance by Rubinoff and his violin at the Jr High Auditorium. Walter Smith said the event aims to be a standout of the season with the internationally famed artist returning from a Vietnam tour.
The Harrison Chamber of Commerce held a February 19 1972 appreciation dinner dance for Byron Rupp attended by about 175 business and civic leaders. A buffet by Tippie Buddle preceded tributes including a trophy clock from the Jennings Bryan Yeager American Legion and a Key to the Village. A Chamber plaque praised his goodwill and service as Dorothy and Byron received an all expenses paid Lexington weekend.
Harrison Wildcats score 105 points to finish 24 percent ahead of Reading 84. Gary Poling wins heavyweight with five first places led by Ted Williams 119, Dennis Steelman 155, Jeff Kelly 175, Dave Kellems 185. Second place finishers include Russel 112 and Schlemmer 138. Coach Ken Root hails team effort as strongest. Also, the Southwest School District votes to cancel Superintendent Tilman Juett contract after board meeting led by James Searcy.
The first of four consecutive DX baseball leagues will hold Saturday registrations from 1:00 to 3:00 P. M. on February 26 in the Municipal Building. Boys ages 6 through 15 may register. fees are four dollars.
In Christ Hospital Mrs Mae Frazier a third grade teacher at Harrison Elementary School is listed as a patient at Christ Hospital for observation.
Friday's basketball game features the Wildcats hosting North College Hill for the final regular season game and honoring seniors. Last Friday, St Bernard defeated the Cats 60 to 48 on their home floor with Dale Haarman scoring 23 and Frank Monterroso 17 for St Bernard.
Ohio auto and truck licenses will first go on sale March 16 at a new location the James Simmonds building 112 South Sycamore St. Hours are 9 to 5 Monday through Saturday from March 16 to April 16.
A February 16 fire at Ohio Valley Goodwill's Silverton Cincinnati store increases demand for donated materials. The handicapped can repair items such as clothing furniture appliances and household goods to support work programs.
Cub Scout Pack 402 hosts a Blue and Gold Banquet on February 26 at 6 30 p m in Presbyterian. It is a pitch in dinner with utensils plates and drinks provided. Peg and Denny Metz noted Cincinnati magicians will entertain. Call Ron Kercheval or Bill Clones for details.
Sunman-Dearborn Community Schools announce pre enrollment dates for rising kindergartners and first graders. Dates span Bright Elementary March 1 and March 6 at various times, Guilford March 14, St Joseph March 15, Sunman March 16, and St Paul March 23 with morning and afternoon sessions. Children must be six by September 1, 1972 and bring birth certificates. A complete physical exam is required before starting school next fall.
A North Bend boy, Gregory Liggett, 11, was killed Thursday night near 7643 Bridgetown Road when struck by a red and white car that did not stop. Deputies stated he was walking west facing oncoming traffic and was thrown 71 feet.
Joan Ballard is a patient at Christ Hospital for medical tests. The notice records her as Mrs. Frank Ballard and lists Christ Hospital as the care facility.
Mrs. Bernice Siefert at Providence Hospital shows slight improvement after a recent heart attack at her home. Herb Koppmeier returns to Harrison Food Market following hospitalization.
The 62nd Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America was marked by a Blue and Gold Dinner at the New Trenton Fire House. Over 80 attendees witnessed Webelos Mitchel Farmer and Donald Kraus graduate to Boy Scouts in Troop 72, welcomed by Sneas. A chicken dinner followed the ceremony.
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