Columbus Day Proclaimed in Harrison Ohio 1972
Mayor Harry A. Rolfes proclaims October 12 1972 Columbus Day for Harrison Ohio urging citizens to observe and reflect on the principles of faith wisdom and courage associated with the Great Discoverer Christopher Columbus. The proclamation notes the 480th anniversary and calls for honoring legal and constitutional values.
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America
Christopher Columbus
Harry A. Rolfes
Harrison
Ohio
Columbus Day
Gordon Cleaver 50 Acting Postmaster Dies After Illness
Gordon H. Cleaver husband of Edna Bunton Cleaver died at Christ Hospital on October 3 at age 50. He served as acting Postmaster of Harrison and held multiple local leadership roles. Surviving wife, three children, mother, a grandson, two sisters, and several in-laws are listed. Funeral was October 6 at Jackman Funeral Home with Rev. Stuart Mill officiating. Interment at Glen Haven Cemetery. Cleaver was a WWII veteran and active in fire and civic groups.
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Gordon H. Cleaver
Edna Bunton Cleaver
Drewersburg
Harrison
Christ Hospital
Jackman
Stuart Mill
Macedonia Christian Church
Glen Haven
Edna
Shirley Cleaver
Judy Cleaver
Oklahoma City
Okla
Mary Roundtree
Williamsburg
James Cleaver
Lily Cleaver
R 2
Richard Allen Roundtree
William
Ruby) Ruskaup
Shandon
Ohio
Gaylord
Lee) Hadley
Cleaver
Drewersburg Fire Dept
Ohio-Indiana Firefighters Assn
Franklin Co
Indiana
Franklin Co. Agriculture Ass’n
Harrison Lodge No. 140 Ioof
K. of P. Lodge
Okeawa
Harrison Elementary Open House and PTA Meeting
The Harrison Elementary PTA invites parents to an Open House to meet teachers on October 19 at 7 30 PM with a business meeting at 8 00 PM in the gym. A flag ceremony and Scout babysitting will be provided. Ways and Means needs bowlers on Wednesday afternoons.
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Harrison Elementary
P.T.A
Thane
Ways and Means
Democrats Meet October 18 1972 at Sunset Inn
Democrats gather October 18 at eight P M at Sunset Inn to meet candidates seeking office in the November election. Attendees will hear about rights and voting. The notice urges every Democrat to attend and remember the purpose of the meeting.
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Sunset Inn
Miamitown PTA Open House
The October meeting of the Miamitown PTA will be held on Tuesday the 17th at 7 30 P M Registration starts 7 10 P M This Open House invites parents to Bring A Friend and new community members Babysitting will be provided
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Miamitown
Hallowe'en Dance To Be Held At American Legion Home
On October 21 1972 J B Gibson and the Cannon Brothers will supply music for a costume ball at the American Legion Home in Harrison Ohio. The event runs 9 p m to 1 a m with a $7 per couple price that covers refreshments and snacks. A door prize will honor the best costume.
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J.B. Gibson
the Cannon Brothers
American Legion
Harrison
Ohio
U S Shoe Corp Chairman to Step Down at Annual Meeting
Nathan Stix, board chairman of United States Shoe Corp, will retire at the February annual meeting after 31 years with the company. He becomes honorary chairman and remains on the board. Stix, 73, joined in 1941 after U S Shoe acquired Butler Shoe Co. in Harrison Ohio. He was president in 1960, vice chairman in 1966 and board chairman in 1968.
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Nathan Stix
United States Shoe Corp
Stix
U. S. Shoe
Butler Shoe Co
Harrison
Ohio
Open House At Wm. Henry Harrison Jr. and Sr. High
The Wm. Henry Harrison Jr. and Sr. High School P T A invites the public to an Open House on Monday October 16 1972 at 730 PM at the high school. Registration begins at 700 PM Mrs George Steelman will preside over a short business segment. The Sr high choir will sing and James Searcy Southwest Board of Education president will discuss the school tax levies on the November ballot. Come and get acquainted with the staff and refreshments will be served.
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Wm. Henry
Village Historical Society elects officers for 1972 73
The Village Historical Society held its October 3 meeting at the Woelfel home with 14 members and 4 guests. Officers elected include President Richard Wuest and Treasurer Annie Rolffes. The group planned an Antique Show at Harrison Grade School and heard a look back on Othniel Looker.
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The
Village Historical Society
Woelfel
Richard Wuest
Gene Woelfel
Alma S. Sawyer
Ann Woelfel
Treas
Annie Rolfes
Eleanor Minges
Elizabeth Turrell
Othniel Looker
Ohio
Miss. Turrell
Three Rivers
Ann
Pamela Looker
Wanda Burke
Joan Koch
Carolyn Loos
Open House and Hobby Show at Crosby School PTA
Open House night Thursday evening October 12 invites parents and friends to visit classrooms at Crosby School. The class with the most parents present will win a trip, encouraging families to support their children and attend the PTA meeting.
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PTA
Crosby School
Ross Board To Meet
The Ross Board will meet at elementary school located at 6085 Brookville Road at 8 00 P M. The public is welcome to attend.
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Ross
Mentary
Brookville Road
Reading Blanks Cats as Blue Devils remain undefeated
Reading Blue Devils win 13 to 0 over the Cats at Harrison, extending their unblemished record. Randy Christopher throws two TD passes to Tom Miller and leads a strong passing game as Reading seizes first place in the Hamilton County National Division. crowd cheers at the postgame dance in the Commons.
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Reading Blue Devils
Harrison Gridiron
Cats
Randy Christopher
Blue Devils
Reading
Christopher
Tom Miller
Foley
Gary Glasscock
Mike Rudisill
Glasscock
Knose
George Lacker
Paydirt
Glassock
Gary Campbell
Warren Strunk
Dave Kellems
Mark Knose
Miller
Oak Hills
Harrison
Principal's Desk Reflects Harrison High Turmoil to Hope
Dr. Robert Shumaker writes of chaotic conditions at William Henry Harrison High School amid a financially strained district. He says blame lay across community, parents, students, board, and staff, but notes growing community support and progress toward stabilization with continued backing needed.
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Robert Shumaker
Educatin
William Henry Harrison High High School
Ome
William Henry Harrison High School
World War I Vets To Meet Here
Ohio Valley Barracks and Auxiliary No. 186 members from Harrison Ohio will meet Sunday October 15 at 2 00 PM at We hope to share news of interest to veterans and widows of World War I Judge Advocate Albert Armstrong Chaplain Harold Darling Lawrence Scaletta Raymond Smith Sgt At Arms Richard Smith Legislative and Service Officer Denton V Opp Dues are now due in both organizations 3 00 per year
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Ohio Valley
Harrison, Ohio
Albert Armstrong
Harold Darling
Lawrence Scaletta
Raymond Smith
Richard Smith
Denton V. Opp
Mr. Paul Lutz Undergoes Surgery at Christ Hospital
Mr. Paul Lutz underwent surgery last week at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati. He is expected to be home this weekend.
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Paul Lutz
Christ Hospital
Cincinnati
Hospital update on Brian McKnight at Ft Hamilton
Brian McKnight remains hospitalized at Ft Hamilton Hospital in room 116.
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Brian McKnight
Ft. Hamilton Hospital
October 23 1972 Is American Education Week
Harrison Elementary School announces American Education Week from October 23 to 27. The building closes Monday October 23 but opens the other four days for community visitors. Lunch reservations are requested a day ahead. More details to follow next week.
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Harrison Elementary School
Harrison Elementary
Home From Hospital Mrs Leroy Loog Re Minor Surgery
Mrs. Leroy Martha Loog is reported doing well at her home after minor surgery. She resides at 302 Jefferson Street.
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Leroy
Martha
Jefferson Street
Burglary Reported Near Guilford and West Harrison
Indiana State Police investigate a burglary near Guilford at West Harrison. Mr and Mrs Leroy Jackson found items stolen after entry through a basement door. About $500 cash and $225 in goods disappeared plus an electric clock bearing Jackson’s name. Burglars also hit Campbell Hausfeld Foundry in West Harrison stealing $100 in change and cigarettes.
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Guilford
West Harrison
Indiana
Leroy Jackson
Salt Fork Road
Joseph E. Seagrams & Sons
Jackson
Campbell Hausfeld
Army Captain Robert H. Deters Served In Germany
Army Captain Robert H. Deters, heir and assistant operations officer with Headquarters Battery, entered service in 1966 and last stationed at Fort Sill. A 1961 Xavier University graduate, Cincinnati, he served in Germany during his career.
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Robert H. Deters
Deters
Army
Ft. Sill
Akla
Xavier University
Cincinnati
Beauty Salon Opens at New Harrison Location
Mrs. Sandy Beck purchased the home and business site at 121 N. Jefferson St. Harrison Ohio from Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Slagle and family. The Regency Beauty Salon opens at Jefferson and Park corner, with Beck noted as former Milady's Beauty Salon owner.
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Sandy Beck
N. Jefferson St
Harrison
Ohio
Jerry Slagle
Regency Beauty Salon
Jefferson and Park
Milady
Harrison High Homecoming Friday Night
Harrison High School hosts Homecoming this Friday October 13 with a game against Oak Hills Highlanders. Homecoming Queen crowned at half time followed by a semi formal dance in the School Commons featuring the Steelballs. Admission 1.00 stag 1.50 drag. all 1972 graduates admitted free.
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William Henry Harrison High School
Wildcats
Oak Hills Highlanders
St Xavier seniors named in National Merit scholars list
St Xavier High School placed 31 seniors on the list of students receiving letters of commendation from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Harrison Press notes John R. McCowan of 1 Arrow head Court Harrison Ohio is connected to the coverage.
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St. Xavier High School
National Merit Scholarship Corporation
Harrison Press
John R. McCowan
Arrowhead Court
Harrison
Ohio
Crosby School PTA Ham and Turkey Supper Announcement
The Crosby School PTA invites neighbors and friends to the annual ham and turkey supper on Saturday October 14 1972 from 430 to 8 pm. Students in grades 4 5 and 6 are selling tickets and attendees can expect assorted items to see and buy.
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Crosby School
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