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Times past for Oct. 29
October 29, 2012 October 29 25 years ago ¯ The 20th annual Lions Club broom sale will run from Oct. 29 to Nov. 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. Proceeds will go toward purchasing eyeglasses and diabetic supplies for area residents. more »»
Times past for Oct. 27
October 27, 2012 Oct. 27 25 years ago ¯ A representative from the office of U.S. Representative Clarence Miller, R-Ohio, will be at the Washington County Courthouse from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, October 2. more »»
Times past for Oct. 24
October 24, 2012 Oct. 24 25 years ago ¯ The Harmar Hawks Boosters Club sponsored a hobby expo from noon to 5 p.m. at the National Guard Armory. Hobbygoers were allowed to bring their own items. more »»
Times Past for Oct. 23
October 23, 2012 Oct. 23 25 years ago - The Ku Klux Klan’s rally Saturday, Oct. 24, is expected to be peaceful, but area police officers are “prepared for the worst. more »»
Times past for Oct. 20
October 20, 2012 Oct. 20 25 years ago ¯ The Washington County Public Library will host a children’s Halloween party for 3- to 11-year-olds. The party will include a movie, magician and Halloween tales. more »»
Times Past for Oct. 19
October 19, 2012 25 years ago - Mayor Nancy Hollister has declared Oct. 21 Business and Professional Womens’ Day. more »»
Times Past for Oct. 18
October 18, 2012 100 years ago - Fred McKnight was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct. He is accused of accosting women in the street. - The city of Marietta contracted with the Signal Phone Co. more »»
Times Past for Oct. 17
October 17, 2012 25 years ago - Fort Frye High School hosted its annual Pageant of the Bands. Bands competing were Warren, Belpre, Williamstown, St. Mary’s, Woodsfield, and Frontier. more »»
Times Past for Oct. 16
October 16, 2012 25 years ago - Marietta Memorial Hospital will offer a first aid course Oct. 20 from 7 to 9 p.m. The session is aimed toward the first aid of infants and children. more »»
Times Past for Oct. 15
October 15, 2012 25 years ago - Phicom Public Limited Co. of London bought Forma Scientific for $56 million. Mallinckrodt Inc. more »»
Times past for Oct. 13
October 13, 2012 Oct. 13 25 years ago ¯ The Marietta Citizens for Racial and Social Justice are planning a celebration of Unity Rally on October 24. more »»
Times Past for Oct. 12
October 12, 2012 Oct. 12 25 years ago - Mayor Nancy Hollister declared Oct. 12 to 17 National Job Skills Week in Marietta. The goal is to raise awareness about the importance of public and private job trainin. more »»
Times Past for Oct. 11
October 11, 2012 100 years ago - Marietta theatre goers who visit the auditorium later tonight will be treated to “He Fell in Love With His Wife.” The story, by E.P. Roe, has been dramatized by Edith Ellis. more »»
Times Past for Oct. 10
October 10, 2012 25 years ago - Belpre’s annual Apple Butter Stir-Off Festival will be held this weekend. more »»
Times Past for Oct. 9
October 9, 2012 25 years ago - The new Ohio Tourist Center will open in December. The $2.7 million underground structure will house maps, lists of attractions and tour guides, as well as restrooms and picnic tables. more »»
Times Past for Oct. 8
October 8, 2012 25 years ago - On Oct. 20, the West Virginia Department of Highways will start taking demolition bids on the Williamstown Bridge. A contractor will be selected within 30 days. more »»
Times past for Oct. 6
October 6, 2012 Oct. 6 25 years ago ¯ The annual drive to raise money to provide children with teddy bears when they are admitted to Marietta hospitals kicked off and will continue through Saturday, Oct. 10. more »»
Times past for Oct. 5
October 5, 2012 25 years ago ¯ The Marietta athletic boosters club announced that it will not aid the 19 sports programs if the 8.5-mill levy fails in November. more »»
Times past for Oct. 4
October 4, 2012 100 years ago ¯ The city’s electric plant must replace most of its equipment and light fixtures. W. Edgar Reed, a consulting engineer from Pittsburg, did the inspection. more »»
Times past for Oct. 3
October 3, 2012 25 years ago ¯ The Lowell Octoberfest and Matamoras Founder’s Day are set to kick off this weekend. more »» |
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