50 YEARS AGO
A tornado struck the Summersville business area causing considerable property damage but no injuries. The roof was lifted off the Farmers Motor Co. and there was minor damage to several businesses and residences.
Houston lost to Ava, 47-18, for a second straight defeat.
New residents included the Gene Brunk family at 418 S. Third.
Almost $16,000 was paid for pine cones at the forestry office, setting a new record.
The deer archery kill in Texas County moved to 11 with kills by Kenneth Wilson, Houston; and Coy Cooper, Licking.
In the want ads, a two-bedroom house in Houston, modern, $50 per month.
At Plato, Bill Mansker purchased a service station from Earl Mings.