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Newspaper

The Harrison Press

Location

Harrison, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1971

Page

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Kiwanis Lions Skirt Basketball Game Set

Tickets go on sale this week for the Kiwanis and Lions sponsored Skirt basketball game scheduled for Friday March 5. Notable players include John Alexander the Great Cliff Ace Zimmer and Indian Joe Dick. A preliminary match features the G A A versus the Women’s Faculty. First game at 7 30 PM admission is 1.00 for adults 50 cents for children and 2.50 for a family group of five or more.

Kiwanis and Lions John Alexander Cliff Ace) Zimmer Joe Dick

Two Men Brave High Water In Canoe

Dick Klopfer and Steve Kippinger, expert canoemen, landed at the Cedar Grove Bridge at 3 30 P M Monday after an early start from Richmond Indiana at 8 00 A M Monday. They faced rampaging Whitewater with only one brief stop at Brookville Indiana. The two men, tired but safe, had bet they could make the trip and earned a sizable reward from the venture.

Dick Klopfer Steve Kippinger Cedar Grove Bridge Richmond Indiana Brookville

Wildcats Finish Regular Season With 500 Mark

The Harrison Wildcats finished the regular season above .500 after three wins in four days. Donawerth led a 69 64 win over Rising Sun with 28 points, while Craig Bachman added 16 and McClure had 18 for the Shiners. The Cats beat Mt Healthy 64 45 but lost to Norwood 58 57 in overtime.

Harrison Wildcats Rising Sun Mt. Healthy Norwood Indians Donawerth Charlie Donawerth Shiners Cats Craig Bachman Donaworth Craig Steve McClure Bright High Hautman Siekman Clayton Eddie Allen John Clayton Big John Harrison Owls Allen Goshen Alien

Jeff Kelly Wins Hamilton County Wrestling Title at Harrison

Jeff Kelly of Oak Hills edged Norwood’s Jim Nickeson to capture the 167 pound crown as Oak Hills dominated the Hamilton County League meet at Harrison. Oak Hills led team totals with 99 points, followed by Reading 72 and Norwood 70, as Keith Bernes 155 and other Oak Hills wrestlers claimed multiple titles. The event showcased sixteen teams with Kelly and several teammates seeded No. 1 in their weights.

Oak Hills Harrison Highlanders Reading Root Mike Heyde Rick Rolfes Dennis Steelman Phil Pies Dennis Kelly, Steelman Pies Schultz Heydb Rick Pierson Mr. Healthy Steve Fletcher Rick Schuster Rick Neu Jay Lanz Finneytown Kent Steger Norwood D. Neu Randy Kent Mike Moore Wyoming Andy Brewer Randy Pinneytown Mt. Healthy Colerain Anderson Greenhills Lockland

Valentine Queen Crowned At Beta Sigma Phi Dance

The Harrison Chapters of Beta Sigma Phi hosted their annual Valentine Dance on February 13 at the Addyston VFW Hall. The crowning of the Valentine Queen went to Mrs. Jack Leisring as Mrs. William Noel, 1970 Queen, presented the crown and a silver tray. Attendants included Mrs. Richard Biddle, Mrs. Roger Eckel, and Mrs. Leo Rolfes Jr., each with bouquets of pink sweetheart roses.

Leo Rolfes Jack Leisring Roger Eckel Richard Biddle Harrison Beta Sigma Phi Addyston Vfw Hall William Noel Leisring Roger Bunnell Leo Rolfes, Jr

Blue and Gold Banquet for Cub Pack 166 at American Legion

Cub Pack 166 held its annual Blue and Gold Banquet at the American Legion Home on Sunday February 21. Pack leader Bud Johnson and Assistant Lawhorn gave special recognition to parents and Den Leaders. Patrolman Ray Hoffbauer spoke on Scouting’s community impact and answered questions from parents. A large gathering enjoyed a shared dinner prepared by attendees and American Legion Auxiliary volunteers.

Cub Pack No. 166 American Legion Bud” Johnson Lawhorn Byron Rupp Bud Whitney Lois Johnson Ray Hoffbauer Safety Dept Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Hoffbauer American Legion Auxiliary Bud Jeffrey

Pee Wee Baseball Registration Set For Feb 27

Pee Wee baseball registration opens February 27 from 1 to 3 PM at the Municipal Building for D CX and CX leagues at 3.50 per day. Ages 6 to 9 for Class D and up to 15 for higher leagues. Additional signups on March 6 13 and 20. Insurance provided, gloves not included, every boy plays at least one inning. Games run Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday.

Hospital notices for Christ Hospital patients

Mrs. Henry Lorene Hollingsworth is a patient at Christ Hospital Room 617 for observation and treatment. Louise Sturgill is a patient at Christ Hospital Room 315 and will be there about two weeks. Hospital schedule lists surgery on Tuesday and procedure on Wednesday morning.

Henry Lorene) Hollingsworth Christ Hospital Louise Sturgill

Quad triplets born at God's Bible School Farm

A milking goat at God's Bible School Farm on Lees Saanen and Nubian and the buck Nubian produced triplets. Shown with the mother goat and kids are Mr and Mrs Erestaib, a mamed w Daear Kaufman who is minister and teacher of God's Bible Stag. All the kids and mother are doing fine.

God’s Bible School Lees

Outstanding athlete to speak at Harrison Junior High program

Former UCLA All-American Robert Davenport, founder of Wandering Wheels, will present at 7 30 p m Wednesday March 3 in the Harrison Junior High Auditorium. The program highlights Davenport’s coast to coast bicycle tours and youth outreach with North Dearborn High School noted.

Robert Davenport Harrison Junior High School Davenport North Dearborn High School Wandering Wheels Taylor University UCLA Look Magazine Associated Press United Press Collier’s Magazine All- American Board of Football Pop Warner West Coast Upland Actioe

Students on Sewing Board On at Shillito's

William Henry Harrison High School seniors Mary Jo Viel and Jan McKenzie serve on Shillito's Spring Sewing Board. Mary Jo represents WM H H S for her sewing skill. Jan represents 4 H clothing project achievements. They will create two outfits each, model in Shillito's stores, and may tour leading U.S. fashion centers if judged best. Mary Jo is the daughter of Dale and (address listed). Jan is another board member.

Jan McKenzie Mary Jo Viel William Henry Harrison High School Shillito U.S Mary Jo Dale Viel North Hill St Harrison Jan

Appointed Deputy Registrar for Harrison Area

A. M. Rolfes has been appointed Deputy Registrar for the Harrison area. The office will be at Harrison Cleaners, 228 Harrison Ave, open Monday through Saturday from 9 A.M. to 6 P.M. It will handle licenses, plates, transfers, trailers and trucks. reserve licenses will be issued as supplies arrive.

A. M. Rolfes Harrison Harrison Cleaners Harrison Ave

C O E Club Students Shine in Regional Tests

On February 20 1971 seven Harrison C O E Club members competed at Walter Stebbins High School Dayton Ohio in regional C O E tests. Brenda Medendorp won 1st and Most Outstanding Girl C O E Student Susan Gretel took 1st in General Clerical I Patricia Crone 2nd in Stenography Elaine Weaver 4th in General Clerical. Four qualify for state C O E tests in Columbus March 26 and 27.

Harrison C. O. E Walter E. Stebbins Dayton Ohio Brenda Medendorp Susan Gretel Patricia Crone Elaine Weaver Columbus

Break-In Reported At Harrison Ready Mix

Harrison Police report a break in Monday February 22 at Harrison Ready Mix Co on Pilot Road. An office trailer was entered and $1500 in equipment including a copier typewriter and adding machine was taken. Investigation ongoing by Chief Monetary.

Harrison Harrison Ready Mix Co Pilot Road

Annual Band Boosters Dinner Honors George Washington

William Henry Harrison High School Band Boosters sponsor yearly dinner to fund band needs. This year's event on March 6 1971 runs 5 to 7 PM in the high school cafeteria with a 7 30 PM concert in the auditorium. A bazaar features baked goods white elephants and homemade items.

William Henry Harrison High School Sr. High School

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