Madison Messenger - June 16th, 2024

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June 16, 2024 www.columbusmessenger.com Vol. XXXIX No. 21
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New Plain City park opens
This Factory Five Mk4 Cobra Roadster, built by HotRod Brothers
Customs out of Georgia, is the prize in a sweepstakes hosted by
the Ohio Cobra Club. Tickets are $20 and available online at
www.londoncobrashow.com. Tickets also will be sold at the London
Cobra Show in downtown London on June 22.
Cobras will wind
way into London
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
The village of Plain City has a new park.
A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for
Madison Meadows Park took place on June 5. The
11.9-acre park is located at 933 Caroline Dr. in the
Madison Meadows housing development on the southwest
side of the village. The park is open to the public.
The main features at this time are a playground
and shelter house. The playground includes a large
cargo net for climbing, multiple slides, monkey bars,
a merry-go-round accessible to children of all abilities,
a handicap accessible swing, sensory play components,
and more. The equipment is geared toward children
ages 5 to 12 years old but includes smaller
components for younger children. Two tables with
shade covers also are part of the playground area.
Madison Meadows is the village’s first truly accessible
playground when it comes to getting to it and
around it, said Linda Granger, Plain City’s parks and
recreation director. That’s thanks to an ADA (Americans
with Disabilities Act) compliant sidewalk that
runs between the parking area and the playground
and around the playground itself.
The park’s shelter house is open-sided, outfitted
with eight 8-foot-long picnic tables, and has attached
restrooms that will be open starting the week of June
16. The restrooms are equipped with automatic locks
that will be in operation during park hours. The shelter
house is available to rent for a fee. Rentals can be
made at www.plain-city.com or by calling (614) 873-
3527, ext. 108.
Currently, hours for all Plain City parks are 6 a.m.
to midnight. The village’s parks and recreation committee
and village council are reviewing park hours
See PARK page 2
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
There’s nothing quite like the sight and sound of hundreds of
Cobra cars rumbling into downtown London. The annual spectacle,
recognized as the largest gathering of Cobras in the world, will take
place on June 22 in conjunction with the
London Strawberry Festival.
Put on by the Ohio Cobra Club, the London
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The day starts with a parade into London.
Escorted by the Madison County Sheriff’s
Office, the Cobras will leave the
Madison County Engineer’s Office, 825 U.S.
Rte. 42, at 9 a.m. and make their way to
downtown London. The 10-mile route is as
follows: left onto U.S. Rte. 42, right onto the
ramp to Columbus/Springfield, right onto
U.S. Route 40 West, left onto State Route
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PARK
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and rules. Changes are possible, Granger said.
Madison Meadows park was made possible through
a collaboration between the village and D.R. Horton, the
neighborhood’s developer. Plain City requires each new
development to dedicate 25 percent of the development’s
acreage to green space. For Madison Meadows Park,
D.R. Horton turned over the 11.9 acres to the village
and covered the cost of the shelter house and parking
lot. In exchange, the village forgave some of the park
impact fees that come with new developments, Granger
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56, and left onto East High Street.
The cars will arrive downtown at approximately 9:30
a.m. An opening ceremony will take place at 9:40 at
North Main and Fifth streets. The show runs until 3
p.m. Visitors will be able to view the cars, speak to the
owners, and visit vendors in Gasoline Alley located on
Main Street in front of the Madison County Courthouse.
Visitors also will be able to go for a charity ride in a
Cobra for a $10 donation, purchase sweepstakes tickets
($20 each) for a chance to win a Factory Five Mk4 Roadster
built by HotRod Brothers Customs out of Georgia,
and purchase London Car Show souvenir t-shirts. Charity
rides start at 10 a.m.; ride tickets will be sold until
2 p.m.
The sweepstakes car is painted in Guardsman Blue
with Wimbledon White stripes. Specifications and photos
of the car’s construction process can be found online
at https://londoncobrashow.com/tickets. Online ticket
sales for the sweepstakes close at 12 p.m. June 20. The
prize drawing will take place at 9:30 p.m. June 22; the
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Jefferson Schools team up with ESC
By Linda Dillman
Staff Writer
Jefferson Local Schools signed a nearly $1 million
agreement with the Madison-Champaign Educational
Service Center to provide services for the 2024-25 school
year not provided in-house by the district.
The list includes many special education instructional
programs, physical and occupational therapy
services, and gifted instruction. Services also include
preschool instruction, speech therapy, school psychology,
and MD instruction.
Audiology and vision intervention services may also
be arranged, but are determined by the school district
and paid directly to the ESC under separate billing.
According to the agreement and based on the estimated
cost of services provided by the educational service
center, the district agrees to pay
Madison-Champaign $969,703.
Prior to a June 11 school board meeting, Superintendent
William Mullett said the district contracted with
the ESC for at least 20 years to provide services to Jefferson
Local Schools.
“A big increase came when we had to provide preschool
services (still an unfunded state mandate) about
10 years ago,” said Mullett, “and this year they’re
Peak Bloom Bike Rides
The Madison Soil and Water Conservation District
offers a great opportunity to see key pollinator habitats
in action during the Peak Bloom Bike ride series. The
bike tours begin at the Prairie Grass Trailhead, located
behind the Madison County Senior Center in London,
and stop at several remnant prairie sites that support
native wildflowers and grasses and have been here since
adding a school psychologist, so that would be an additional
position for one year.”
The school district currently employs its own school
psychologist. The Madison-Champaign position would
be in addition to the staff position.
According to the agreement unanimously approved
by the board, “The district agrees to make payment in
the amount…by having this amount deducted from the
district’s state foundation payments and paid instead to
the Madison-Champaign ESC by approving the contract.”
Since the agreement is based on estimated costs, reconciliation
of actual costs for services will take place at
the end of the fiscal year in 2025 with either settlement
of any outstanding payments or a refund to the district
for overpayment.
Madison-Champaign is responsible for checking the
credentials/licenses of all individuals providing services
under the agreement and ensuring all applicable criminal
records/background checks are conducted.
“The board agrees that it shall be responsible for conducting
evaluations of Madison-Champaign ESC personnel
assigned to the district…”
The service agreement starts July 1, 2024, and ends
June 30, 2025.
explained.
The village has invested approximately $300,000
into the playground equipment, poured rubber surface
for the playground, drainage work, sidewalk, and picnic
tables. An $83,000 grant from the Ohio Department of
Natural Resources is covering part of that cost.
More improvements are on the horizon. Installation
of dog waste stations and bike racks are coming soon.
Future phases will include a walking path that goes
around the entire park and youth sports fields.
drawing will be livestreamed.
All proceeds benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Last year, the Ohio Cobra Club donated $225,000 to the
foundation. Since the show’s beginnings in the early
2000s, the club has donated $2,325,000 to the foundation.
The club also makes donations to London and Madison
County first responders as a way thank the city and
county for their services and support during the show.
Last year, those donations were as follows: London Fire
and EMS Department, $6,500; London Police Department,
$6,500; Madison County DARE program, $3,250;
and Madison County Deputy Sheriffs Association,
$3,250.
The show in London is part of the Ohio Cobra Club’s
annual three-day celebration. Other activities take
place in and around Dublin. To learn more about the
club, the celebration, and the London show or to purchase
sweepstakes tickets for the roadster, visit
www.londoncobrashow.com.
the last ice age. Rides are planned for July 13 and Sept.
14. All of the rides start at 1 p.m.
Open Mic Nights
American Legion Post 201, 9701 W. Broad St., West
Jefferson, hosts open mic nights the third Tuesday of
the month from 7 to 9 p.m. The public is welcome.

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Making hay while the sun shines
By Rick Palsgrove
Groveport Messenger Editor
The hot days of summer mean it is time to gather hay
down on the farm.
At Metro Parks Slate Run Living Historical Farm, 1375
State Route 674 North, Canal Winchester, the farmers cut
and gather hay 1880s style.
According to information provided by Metro Parks, hay
seed in the 19th century was commonly sown in the fields
of wheat, oats, or barley. The hay plants would grow while
protected by the taller grain crop. After the grain was harvested
the hay would keep growing making the field twice
as useful for the farmer.
Slate Run Living Historical Farm farmer Dave Trotter
said the hay on this farm primarily consists of orchard
grass, leaves, and timothy.
According to Metro Parks information, clover for use as
hay is higher in protein, which is good for the animals who
eat it, and for soil enrichment. But Trotter added that
clover also has disadvantages.
“Clover is nutritionally nice,” said Trotter. “But it is hard
to work with. It can dry out and shatter and turn to dust.”
When the hay in the fields is ready to be gathered, it is
mowed and then raked either by hand or by a horse drawn
hay rake.
A hay loader is used to place the hay on a wagon. Trotter
said this machine replaced six people when it came to gathering
hay in the 1880s as it enabled two people to do the
work.
“You have one person on the wagon and one person to
drive the horses, (in this case large Percheron horses),” said
Trotter.
The particular hay loader the farmers use at Slate Run
dates from the early 1900s, but it has similarities to ones
used in the 1880s. It is a formidable looking piece of machinery
consisting of spikes, claws, chains, and gears on a
wooden bed.
At Slate Run Living Historical Farm, the farmers put
the hay up in the barn loose rather than in bales.
Most hay in the late 19th century was put up loose in
the barn rather than baled because baling slowed the
process and required more expensive equipment. Though
some farmers might have baled some hay in those days to
sell it at market.
Once a wagon is piled high with hay it is wheeled to the
barn where the loose hay is unloaded into the mow. While
the hay could be pitched into the mow by hand using pitchforks,
most farmers of that era used carriers and tracks to
lift and move the hay.
According to information provided by Metro Parks, the
barn at Slate Run Living Historical Farm, which was built
in 1881, was designed to use a track system.
A grapple fork held the hay as it was lifted
by a horse pulling on the hay rope. The fork
latched into the carrier at the top of the barn
and rolled along the track. Pulling a trip
rope opened the fork allowing the hay to
drop into the middle of the mow. The hay
was pitched to the sides and more hay
brought up.
So, what’s the difference between hay
and straw?
Hay is the dried leaves, stems, and flowers
of grasses that are used for animal feed.
Straw is the dried stalks of grain plants
such as oats, wheat, and barley that have
been beaten or threshed to remove the seed.
Straw was used for animal bedding as well
as for garden mulch, fertilizer, stuffing
horse collars, making hats, and strawboard.
Messenger photos by Rick Palsgrove
Slate Run Living Historical Farm farmer Dave Trotter stands by the
farm’s more than a century old hay loader.
Metro Parks Slate Run Living Historical
Farm is located at 1375 State Route
674 North, Canal Winchester.
For information on Slate Run Living
Historical Farm, visit metroparks.net.
A wagon full of hay sits in the farm’s barn
waiting to be unloaded.
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‘Late Night’ deftly combines humor and horror
“Ladies and gentlemen, please stay tuned for a live television
first as we attempt to commune with the devil…But not before a
word from our sponsors.”
With the utterance of this sentence, I knew I had stumbled upon
a rare find in the horror movie genre: a film that can slay the audience
with well placed dark humor just as easily as it can kill as a
character you have come to adore.
Written and directed by Australian brothers Cameron and Colin
Cairnes, “Late Night with the Devil” is easily one of the most satisfying
horror movies I have seen in quite some time. Featuring a
slew of funny moments that do not overshadow the increasing sense
of doom, this film that is now streaming on demand is a roller
coaster of bizarre entertainment from start to finish.
“Late Night with the Devil” opens in a documentary-esque fashion
with some of the more memorable happenings from the 1970s.
Narrated by Michael Ironside, we see riots, mass murders, corrupt
presidents, and parents clutching their pearls over individuals who
proclaim to worship Satan. There is even a bit about the scandalous
backstory of the lead character, Jack Delroy (David Dastmalchian),
you have to keep in the back of your mind as this fever dream unfolds.
Jack is the ambitious and personable host of the late night variety
show, “Night Owls with Jack Delroy.” The company UBC
brought the popular radio announcer over from Chicago in the
hopes he would compete with — and ultimately conquer — the late
night king, Johnny Carson. Although the show has gone toe-to-toe
in the ratings wars, “Jack and Night Owls” is always just a step behind.
“They are the perennial also-ran,” says the narrator, quite
brutally.
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With just a year left on his contract,
Jack loses his creative partner,
muse, and loving wife Madeline
(Georgina Haig) to cancer. In his
grief, Jack goes “missing” for a month
and then comes back refreshed and
ready to do anything to keep his show — and their legacy
— alive.
At first, his idea of keeping the show alive involves
courting controversy to grow the audience. Turns out,
the people of the 1970s weren’t quite ready for a Jerry
Springer-style show, and he sees the audience share
plummet even more. In a last ditch effort to stay employed,
Jack and his win-at-all-cost producer Leo Fiske
(Josh Quong Tart) plan a Halloween show for the ages.
With the movie switching to a found footage format,
it covers the most “infamous episode” in television history.
The show starts out normally with Jack making
political jokes and poking fun at his right-hand-man
and band leader, the sweet Gus McConnell (Rhys Auteri).
And then it starts to get weird when he invites
renowned medium Christou (Fayssal Bazzi) and the
snarky magician turned skeptic Carmichael Haig (Ian
Bliss) onto the stage.
At first, the two opposites play well off of each other
but then the atmosphere gets strange and testy when
Christou says he feels “overwhelmed” by the spirits in
the studio. As the medium starts to get visibly sick,
Carmichael keeps explaining away what is happening
in the most bored tone ever.
After going to commercial, behind-the-scenes footage
between host and producer has them learning that
Christou has died on his way to the hospital. Taking the
old adage of “the show must go on” to heart, Jack keeps
his crew and the entire audience in the dark because he
desperately wants them to hear from the next two
guests: a parapsychologist named June Ross-Mitchell
(Laura Gordon) and her 13-year-old ward Lilly (Ingrid
Torelli).
Promoting her new book, “Conversations with the
Devil,” June explains how Lilly was the sole survivor of
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a Satanic death cult and is an occasional
host to a demon that has
been nicknamed Mr. Wiggles.
“Sometimes he wiggles his way
into my head,” says an equally sinister
and sweet-faced Lilly, “and
then he wiggles his way out.”
Knowing that he has a rating
bonanza on his hands, Jack slyly
works with the skeptic Carmichael
to goad June into calling forth Mr.
Wiggles. After all, how dangerous
could a demon named Mr. Wiggles be? It turns out he is
plenty dangerous — and plenty deadly, too.
I have to say that I really wasn’t sure what I would
get with “Late Night with the Devil.” For the most part,
I had heard great things about this satirical horror prior
to renting it on demand but the story therein also takes
a bit to find a good groove. When the movie eventually
does find that groove, it hits all the right notes as it
gradually builds the suspense and the impending sense
of doom.
With its deft mixture of weirdness, horror, and
humor, “Late Night with the Devil” would be a compelling
watch on its own, but what makes this film so
enthralling is the presence of David Dastmalchian, most
known as one of the “Where have I seen him before?”
character actors. Throughout the majority of his 25-year
career in the entertainment industry, he has been a bit
player, often portraying villainous or slightly creepy
characters. In “Late Night with the Devil,” he charms
just as well as he smarms, and you find yourself both
loving and hating the morally gray character who unleashes
hell because all he wanted to do was be seen as
a winner for once in his life.
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Pickers show
“American Pickers” will return to Ohio.
They plan to film episodes of The History
Channel hit television series throughout the
state in August 2024.
“American Pickers” is a documentary series
that explores the world of antique
“picking” on The History Channel. The
show follows skilled pickers in the business
as they hunt for America’s most valuable
antiques. They are always excited to find
historically significant or rare items, in addition
to unforgettable characters and their
collections.
As they hit the back roads from coast-tocoast,
the Pickers are on a mission to recycle
and rescue forgotten relics. Along the way,
they want to meet people with amazing stories
and fun items. They hope to give historically
significant objects a new lease on life
while learning a thing or two about America’s
past along the way.
The “American Pickers” TV Show is looking
for leads and would like to explore your
hidden treasure. If you or someone you
know has a unique item, story to tell, and is
ready to sell, the show would like to hear
from you.
The Pickers do not pick stores, flea markets,
malls, auction businesses, museums,
or anything open to the public.
If interested, send your name, phone
number, location, and description of the collection
with photos to:
americanpickers@cineflix.com or call (646)
493-2184.
Joyful
Gardening
Joyful Gardening Part II Make & Take
Event, presented by the Madison County
Gardener Volunteers, will be held June 25
at 6:30 p.m. at 217 Elm St., London. Cost is
$10.
Learn how to select the best containers,
soils, and plants for your home projects.
Watch a potting demonstration then complete
your own container to take home.
RSVP at go.osu.edu/joyfulcontainers. Visit
madison.osu.edu for information.
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LEGAL NOTICE
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has scheduled a public hearing in
Case No. 22-693-EL-ABN, In the Matter of the Application of Ohio Power
Company for Authority to Abandon Electric Service Lines, Pursuant to Ohio
Revised Code Sections 4904.20 and 4905.21. Ohio Power Company d/b/a
AEP Ohio (AEP Ohio) alleges that on May 19, 2022, Nationwide Energy
Partners, LLC (NEP) requested that AEP Ohio abandon distribution facilities
at the Northtowne Apartments (Northtowne) in Columbus, Ohio in order for
NEP to establish master-meter service on the property. AEP Ohio asserts that it
has exclusively provided electric distribution services to Northtowne, noting
that service has been provided via distribution facilities at the property such as
distribution lines, conduit, meters, riders, and transformers. AEP Ohio believes
that NEP’s conversion request would require AEP Ohio to abandon such distribution
facilities on the property, resulting in termination of AEP Ohio’s exclusive
service to its existing 293 customers at Northtowne. AEP Ohio argues that
such abandonment would be against the welfare of the public, as contemplated
under R.C. 4905.21. Additionally, AEP Ohio states that, to the extent that it is
required to convert Northtowne to master-meter service from NEP, it intends
to provide a single point of primary service to the perimeter of the Northtowne
property line rather than providing 59 secondary service points, which is the
current configuration on the property.
An evidentiary hearing in this proceeding will commence on June 24, 2024, at
10:00 a.m., at the offices of the Commission, Hearing Room 11-A, 180 East
Broad Street, 11th Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215.
Further information may be obtained by contacting the Public Utilities Commission
of Ohio, 180 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215-3793, by
viewing the Commission’s web page at http://www.puco.ohio.gov, or by
contacting the Commission’s hotline at 1-800-686-7826.
Legislative Update: Innovative
Policies for Families and
Comprehensive Healthcare
Dear Constituents,
I am thrilled to share updates on two important pieces
of legislation that I have been working on to benefit
families and communities across Ohio.
First, the rising cost of child care has become unsustainable
for many Ohio families. To address this, Representative
Mark Johnson and I are proud to introduce the
“Child Care Credit Act.” This innovative legislation, embodied
in Senate Bill 273 and House Bill 610, introduces
a tri-sharemodel where families & employers can elect
to open in, and the State of Ohio each covers one-third
of the total childcare costs. We aim to make child care
more affordable and strengthen Ohio’s workforce.
I am pleased to announce that our initiative has received
endorsements from key organizations, including
Goodwill Columbus, the Ohio Chamber of Commerce,
the Ohio Business Roundtable, and Groundwork Ohio.
Their representatives joined us at this week’s press conference,
demonstrating strong support for this vital effort.
Together, we are committed to easing the financial
burden on families and ensuring that every child has
access to quality care.
In addition to addressing child care, I am pleased to inform
you about Senate Bill 95, the Telepharmacy Bill.
This bill aims to improve pharmaceutical access across
Ohio by enabling remote dispensing pharmacies and
telepharmacy systems, particularly benefiting our rural
and underserved communities.
Key provisions of SB 95 include:
● Allowing pharmacists to mail prescriptions to
patients, addressing barriers for those who face long
commutes to obtain medications.
● Providing a process to grant waivers for pharmacies
within a 10-mile radius, ensuring fair consideration
and transparency.
● Permitting the Board of Pharmacy to add new long
acting injectables that pharmacists can administer.
● Enabling the State Board of Pharmacy to register
technicians as young as seventeen creating more
opportunities in this vital field.
SB 95 ensures patient safety through comprehensive
controls and regulations, including daily prescription
dispensing limits, stringent reporting requirements,
and mandatory staffing levels at remote dispensing
pharmacies. By joining 28 other states in embracing
telepharmacy, Ohio can extend pharmaceutical access
to all 88 counties, fostering healthier communities, reducing
healthcare costs, and easing the burden of
lengthy commutes for essential medications.
Results matter so let's make a difference together. Stay
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Pleasant Township meeting
The Pleasant Township trustees’
monthly meeting for July has been changed
from July 1 to June 28 at 7 p.m. at the township
house in Mt. Sterling. The public is invited.
Jeffersonian Senior Center
The Jeffersonian Senior Citizens Center
is located at 174 E. Main St., West Jefferson.
Membership costs $10 per year. Members
meet the first and third Tuesdays of
each month from 12 to 2 p.m.
Alzheimer’s Family Support
The Alzheimer’s Family Support Group
meets at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of each
month at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 380
Keny Blvd., London. For more information,
call Pat Baynes at (937) 269-3605.
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Fish Fries in West Jefferson
American Legion Post 201, 9701 W.
Broad St., West Jefferson, is hosting fish
fries from 4 to 7 p.m. the first and third Fridays
of each month.
Carry out or eat in.
obituaries
NORMA JEAN (HUX) PHILLIPS, age 92,
went to be with the Lord on April 29, 2024. Norma
was born on March 2, 1932, in Madison County.
Norma was one of 13 siblings raised on the Hux Farm
near Sedalia, Ohio where she attended Danville and
Midway Schools.
Norma Jean (Jeannie) loved being around her family,
especially all the grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She was a devoted loving Mother, Grandmother and Great
Grandmother. While living in North Fort Myers, Florida she made
many friends. Norma Jean loved to entertain in her home with abundance
of happiness and lots of food. She loved cooking and being a
great homemaker. She enjoyed playing cards, working puzzles and
camping with her siblings and family. The stories that were told to us
of her being raised on the Hux farm with her twelve siblings will be
unforgettable as the laughter will carry on forever.
She was preceded in death by the father of her children Marion
Wayne Harper and her late husband Walter D. Phillips. Parents John
William Sr and Henrietta Christina (Rader) Hux. Siblings Leonard
(Shirla)Hux, Mary (Eli) Mechling, Martha (Clyde) Leppla, John William
Jr (June) Hux, Earl (Betty) Hux, Velma (Leo) Bell, Mildred (Harry)
Hughes, Esther (Carl) Anderson, Harold (Jo) Hux, Helen (Bennie) Miller,
brother-in-law Clarence Milstead and Granddaughter Ranae Donohoe.
Still surviving one sister Ruth Milstead, Powell, Oh and brother Donald
(Norma Jean) Hux of London, Oh. Daughters Marian (James) Donohoe,
Woodstock Oh, Alice (Jay) Phillips, Mt. Sterling, Oh, Sherry Roll
(Mike Wilson), London, Oh and son Marvin Harper (Donika Howard)
of Springfield, Oh. Grandchildren Rexford Donohoe, Tonya (Michael)
McGuire, Dorothy aka Tina (Larry) Hart, Theresa Phillips (Ronnie Colwell),
Adam Roll, Sadie (David) McGuire, Jacob Roll, Great grandchildren,
Great- Great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A
very special friend and companion Joe Farish.
She will be sadly missed by all.
A private service was held as per her wishes. Arrangements have been
entrusted to the Vernon's Crematory of Urbana, Ohio
IDLEWINE
Arlene (Wollam) (Brown) Idlewine, 79, was born on Feb.
18, 1945, and passed away peacefully from COPD in the
Madison Senior Living Community on May 24, 2024, with
her sisters by her side.
Arlene was born, along with her identical twin, Eilene,
to parents Warren Wollam and Laurabelle (Ballard) Wollam
in Cleveland, Ohio. She and her family grew up on Arbuckle
Road, where they had the best neighbors who
became lifelong friends. Arlene attended school in Somerford
for primary education and later graduated from London
High School in 1963. Following her high school
graduation, she attended Ohio University in Athens, Ohio.
She married Warren K. Brown and together they moved to
New York.
In 1970, Arlene received her bachelor of science in elementary
education from Wright State University, Dayton,
Ohio. The following year, she received her master of education
in curriculum and supervision also from Wright State
University. Arlene received her master of education in administration
in 1973. She then received her doctorate in
philosophy in administration from Miami University, Oxford,
Ohio, in 1976.
Arlene served as the director and administrative head
mistress at Center City School, Dayton, Ohio. Additionally,
she was a private consultant and adjunct assistant professor
for three universities in Ohio and Indiana. While living
in Indiana, Arlene served as the executive director of Central
Indiana Council of Camp Fire, as well as the director
of Indianapolis Parent Child Development Center. She retired
from Indiana public schools.
Arlene married Lenord Idlewine in Indiana, where they
had a small farm. She raised vegetables and flowers which
they sold at their roadside market. You can’t take the farm
girl out of the country for long! Arlene loved her hobby and
the friends she made through gardening and flowers.
We want to thank Madison Health, the Madison Senior
Living Community, and Vitas Hospice for everything they
did for Arlene. They all did exceptional jobs.
Arlene was preceded in death by: her parents, Warren
and Laurabelle (Ballard) Wollam; husband, Lenord
Idlewine; and brother, Ivan (Donna) Wollam.
She is survived by: sister, Carole Kowaluk of Powell,
Ohio, and twin sister, Eilene (Bill) Duncan of London, Ohio;
nieces, Laura (Scott) Weinflash of Arizona and Adina Wollam
of Arizona; nephews, David (Joyce) Duncan of
Twinsburg, Ohio, Devin Duncan of London, Ohio,
Brian (Brenda) Kowaluk of Powell, Ohio, and John
Wollam of Arizona; great-nieces, Kaleigh Duncan of
London and Brook Kowaluk of Powell, Ohio; greatnephews,
Eric (Jackie) Duncan of Ashtabula, Ohio,
Brent (Quinn) Duncan of London, Ohio, and Brady
Kowaluk, of Powell, Ohio; great-great nieces, Miranda
Baltz, Amelia, and Allison Duncan of Roaming
Shores, Ohio; and great-great-nephew, Adam
Baltz, also of Roaming Shores, Ohio.
Private graveside services were held at the convenience
of the family with interment in Somerford
Township Cemetery. A celebration of Arlene’s life
will be held on June 22 at 11:30 a.m. in London
Christian Fellowship Church, 255 U.S. Rte. 42 NE,
London, Ohio, with Pastor Rob Swartz officiating.
Memorials in Arlene’s name may be sent to benefit
macular degeneration research through the
Bright Focus Foundation online at www.brightfocus.org/macular.
The family is being served by Eberle-Fisher Funeral
Home and Crematory, London. Condolences
may be shared at
www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
SARK
Nancy Jane Sark, 78, of London, Ohio, died on
June 4, 2024, in Mount Carmel East Hospital, following
an acute illness. Born on July 26, 1945, in
Ross County, she was a daughter of Delbert
Richards and Nada (Templin) Richards.
Nancy enjoyed any and all crafts, including ceramics.
She has a special talent for crocheting and
quilting and enjoyed making items for her family
and friends. Additionally, Nancy enjoyed spending
time in her kitchen baking sweet treats and canning
various goods. An avid animal lover, Nancy enjoyed
all animals, especially spending time with her dogs.
Nancy is survived by: daughter, Sandra Kay (Michael)
Thissen of Columbus; son, Gerald Lee Sark Jr. of London;
grandson, Christopher Evans; great-granddaughter, Lily
Evans; brother, James Delbert (Barb) Richards, sisters,
Ann (Martin) Vulgamore; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband,
Gerald Lee Sark’ daughter, Kellie Sue Sark; and sisters,
Sue Dike and Marilyn Morris.
The family receive friends on June 9 at Eberle-Fisher
Funeral Home and Crematory, London. A funeral service
was held on June 10 at the funeral home with Pastor
Wayne Stuntz officiating. Interment followed in Somerford
Township Cemetery where Nancy was laid to rest beside
her husband.
Memorials in Nancy’s name may be sent to benefit the
Humane Society of Madison County, 2020 State Rte. 142
NE, West Jefferson, OJ 43162.
Condolences may be shared online at www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
BJORNSON
Susan Annette (Pladson) Bjornson, 80, of London, Ohio,
formerly of Barnesville, Minnesota, passed away peacefully
in the arms of her family on June 4, 2024, in the Bluebird
Retirement Community, London.
Born on July 21, 1943, in Spokane, Washington, she was
a daughter of Rudolph Foss Pladson and Doris Ann (Virden)
Pladson.
Susan was a talented seamstress and quilter who owned
her own business, Susan’s Sportswear, for many years. A
woman of faith, she attended Our Saviors Lutheran Church
in Barnesville, Minnesota, before relocating out of Minnesota.
Her family was nearest and dearest to her, and she
cherished the time they were able to spend together with
the beautiful memories they were able to make. Susan
adored her grandchildren and used her talents to make
each grandchild their own quilt. She also enjoyed traveling
and would venture across the country to vacation and watch
her multi-talented grandkids play various sports and perform
in musical performances. One of her favorite memories
included a family trip to Hawaii, which always remained
one of her favorite destinations.
She is survived by: three sons, Todd David (Cindy) Bjornson,
Gregory Allen (MaryLu) Bjornson, and Chad Michael
(Gretchen) Bjornson; grandchildren, Joshua Bjornson,
Daniel Bjornson, Annika Bjornson, Emma (Aaron) Becker,
Owen Bjornson, Carter Bjornson, and Conner Bjornson; siblings
Randy (Linda) Pladson, Sheila (Buzz) Hester, Bonnie
(Richard) Roth, Peggy (Mike) Butler, Mary Sheldon;
brother-in-law, Allen (Linda) Bjornson, and sister-in-law,
Karen Pladson; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Susan was preceded in death by: her parents; beloved
husband, David Roy Bjornson; brother, Terry Pladson; and
mother-in-law, Audrey Knudson.
Cremation will take place in accordance with Susan’s
wishes. Public services are yet to be determined.
Any memorials or sympathy cards may be sent to the
Bjornson Family at P.O. Box 11, Copperopolis, CA 95228.
The family is being served by Eberle-Fisher Funeral
Home and Crematory, London. Condolences may be shared
at www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.

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Adoptable Pets
These are among the pets up for adoption
at the Humane Society of Madison County.
Petey
Petey is a wire hair
terrier mix with a
heart of gold. His previous
owner adored
him, but life’s twists
meant they couldn’t
care for him any more.
Petey is a pro on
the leash and loves exploring
the great outdoors.
After a day of adventure, he’s all
about cozy naps. Squeaky toys are his favorites.
He keeps his kennel neat and was a
champ at house training.
He has lived with another dog before, his
brother Crackles, who also is available for
adoption. He is set for a home with another
dog, given proper introductions and a meetand-greet.
He hasn’t met any cats yet.
To meet Petey, fill out an application and
schedule a visit. Visits must be planned
ahead due to his training schedule.
Adoption fees for dogs vary: shelter dogs
are $180, prison dogs are $250, puppies are
$300, and popular pure-breeds are $400.
The price includes: a Home Again microchip,
set of shots, deworming, heartworm
testing (if old enough), spay or neuter, and
a one-year rabies shot (if old enough). All
dogs adopted must leave with a county license
at an additional cost of $17; this fee is
cash only. Adoption fees can be paid by cash
or credit card.
Mae
How cute is this
girl? This is Mae. She
was found out and
alone and brought to
the shelter so she can
find her wonderful
forever home. Mae
has an estimated
birthdate of May 15,
2023. She is an absolute
sweetheart and loves all the staff and
volunteers at the shelter. She is a flirty girl
and will usually roll around and show her
belly when she gets love and pets. She also
is very playful. She is a big fan of feather
toys and anything with catnip in it.
She has met several other kitties at the
shelter and is interested in them.
She should do well in a home with other
kitties, as well as dogs, if given slow and
proper introductions.
Mae would do well as an only kitty, too,
and would be a wonderful companion for a
single person or as part of a family.
The adoption fee is $100 for kittens up to
6 months old and $80 for cats 7 months and
older.
It includes: a FeLV/FIV test (if old
enough), spay or neuter, set of shots, deworming,
and a one-year rabies shot (if old
enough).
Fees can be paid by cash or credit card.
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London Strawberry Festival
Volunteers sought
The London Strawberry Festival is looking
for volunteers to help in the shortcake
tent, information booth, and beer tent, as
well as help with trash pickup. The festival
will take place June 20-22 in downtown
London.
Volunteers in the shortcake tent will assemble
and serve shortcakes and keep the
area clean. Teens and adults are welcome.
There must be one adult age 21 or older in
the tent at all times.
Volunteers in the information booth will
answer questions about where things are located,
contact board members as needed,
and sell souvenirs.
They also will handle contest entries, 50/50
raffle tickets, and collecting Strawberry
Food votes. If the shortcake tent gets
swamped, these volunteers may need to assist
in the shortcake tent. The area needs
to be kept clean and neat.
Beer tent volunteers must be 21 or older.
These volunteers will sell beer and check
IDs. They will need to keep the area clean
and neat.
All groups covering shifts in any of these
locations are welcome to wear their organizational
shirt and pass out information
about their organization.
Those wishing to become a London
Strawberry Board member must be at least
18 years old and have volunteered during an
entire year with the London Strawberry
Festival.
To volunteer, call (614) 668-2411. Visit
https://www.londonstrawberryfestival.com/
volunteers.html.
Best of Luck on the
2022 2024 Strawberry Festival
London K-9 unit to serve
as grand marshals
By Kristy Zurbrick
Madison Editor
The London Strawberry Festival is honoring
a law enforcement team as this year’s
parade grand marshals.
Officer Mike Combs, K-9 officer with the
London Police Department, and Ygor, the
department’s first canine officer, will lead
the parade on June 22 at 4 p.m.
Ygor, an 8-year-old Belgian Malinois, retired
from the police department on June 13
after seven years of service. He and Combs
were partners throughout that time.
“We couldn’t have asked for a better first
dog to serve the city of London,” Combs
said. “His obedience and his drive to work
was just phenomenal. He was the type of
dog you could take into the schools and let
kids pet him and pull on his tail all day, but
five minutes later he could apprehend a suspect.
He was perfect for the K-9 program.”
In 2023 alone, Ygor was called out on
dozens of narcotic searches, assisted with
three apprehensions of violent subjects, conducted
two building searches, assisted other
agencies inside and outside the city and
county, and performed four demonstrations
for school functions.
While he is now retired, Ygor continues
to live with Combs as a family pet, along
with the family’s Weimaraner and the police
department’s newly certified K-9,
Cento, another Belgian Malinois. Combs
and Cento wrapped up training and the certification
process last week.
Combs has been a police officer for 16
years, all with the London department. He
said he had always wanted to work in law
enforcement.
“I come from a military family. It has
been my mindset my entire life,” he said.
In addition to being London’s K-9 unit
handler/officer, Combs has served as a certified
defensive tactics instructor, a firearms
instructor, and the city’s first field training
Officer Mike Combs, K-9 officer with the
London Police Department, and Ygor,
the department’s first canine officer,
have been named grand marshals of
the 2024 London Strawberry Festival
parade.
officer.
He and his wife, Kenna, have two children
who graduated from London High
School—son Dylan who is now serving in the
U.S. Army and daughter Raighen who is
studying nursing and playing volleyball at
Clark State Community College. Kenna
serves as the city auditor.
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Summer Lunches for Kids
• First Baptist Church, 250 Toland St.,
London, is hosting its free Summer Lunch
for Kids program from 11:30 am. to 1 p.m.
every Thursday through Aug. 8. Children
receive a grab-and-go sack lunch plus
snacks for later. Call (740) 852-2580 for details.
• London Church of the Nazarene, 224
Elm St., is hosting its free summer lunch
program through July 26 for children up to
18 years old. There are no income restrictions.
Drive-through pickups at the church
run Monday-Friday, 12-1 p.m. Enter the
church’s main entrance, then continue
around the back of the building where someone
will bring meals to you. Pickups also are
available at London Public Library, 20 E.
First St., on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 12-
1 p.m. For more information, call (740) 852-
3498 or email londonnaz4u@gmail.com.
Barn Bash
The 4th Annual Farm Bureau Barn Bash
is set for Aug. 9 at Colby Farms, 2536 State
Rte. 42 NE, London. Doors and a cash bar
open at 6 p.m. The dinner and annual meeting
start at 7 p.m. The event is $10 for
Madison County Farm Bureau members or
$25 for non-members. Food, a 50/50 raffle,
silent auction, and more are planned.

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London Strawberry Festival
The London Strawberry Festival takes place on
and around Main Street in downtown London.
For more information, visit the festival website
at www.londonstrawberryfestival.com.
Thursday, June 20
11:10 a.m.– Stage practice for Shortcakes, Little,
Young, Junior and Miss contestants
4-9 p.m.–Registration and check-in at information
booth for the following contests: strawberry
photogenic, pet photogenic, crafts contest, art
show, coloring contest, and window decorating
5 p.m.–Opening ceremony, National Anthem,
festival and all vendors open
5:30-5:55 p.m.-Check-in for baby contestants
by main stage
6 p.m. - Baby Contest
6:30-6:45 p.m. - Check-in for Shortcake, Little
and Young contestants by main stage
Schedule
Simba Jordan is among the musical
artists who will perform during the
London Strawberry Festival. He hits
the stage on June 21 at 8 p.m.
12-4 p.m. - Ride special
Elementary Ag Day
On May 16, the Madison-Plains High
School FFA Chapter educated fifth-graders
about agriculture.
Chapter members set up four stations
around the Madison-Plains campus. They
covered farm equipment, plants, dairy, and
livestock.
Each rotation was 15 minutes long and
included activities, demonstrations, and
questions.
At the tractor station, the young students
were allowed to go into the equipment
and interact with it.
They then moved on to the plant station
where they planted sunflowers to take
home.
Next was the dairy station where they
learned how to make butter and were even
allowed to shake the jars.
Finally, at the livestock station, they saw
and learned about pigs and a cow/calf pair.
Whenever a teacher posed a question,
the young students would jump up and
down while raising their hands, excited
offer their guesses.
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6:45 p.m. - Shortcake, Little Miss and Young
Miss contests, main stage
6:45-7 p.m. - Check-in for Jr. Miss and Queen
contestants, main stage
7:30 p.m. - Jr. and Miss contests, main stage
10 p.m. - Festival closes
Friday, June 21
11 a.m. - Festival and all vendors open
3 p.m. - Rebecca Rickenberg performs
5:30 p.m. - Black Water Road band
6 p.m. - Car and motorcycle show registration
starts on Union Street
6-8 p.m. - Strawberry food contest check-in, information
booth
8 p.m. - Simba Jordan performs
9 p.m. - Car show awards
10 p.m. - Festival closes
12 p.m. - State Street Band performs
12:30-2:30 p.m. - Queens’ luncheon at London
Elementary
3 p.m. - Parade lineup at Cowling Park
4 p.m. - Grand parade, followed by recognition
of the grand marshal, contest winners, visiting
royalty, 2023 Strawberry Festival royalty court,
and 2024 Strawberry Festival royalty court
6-9:30 p.m. - Pick up contest entries at information
booth
7 p.m. - 50/50 raffle winner announced
7 p.m. - Smokin’ Ham band
9 p.m. - Rides and festival closes
Every Day of Festival
Shortcake tent
Information booth with souvenirs
50/50 raffle ticket sales at information booth
Anyone wishing to become involved with the
London Strawberry Festival can send email to
London_Strawberry_Festival@hotmail.com.
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Kickin’ off Summer Bash
The London Lions Club first ever “Kickin off the Summer Bash”
was held on June 8 at Cowling Parking.
It was estimated that more than 200 people came to the family
friendly event which featured classic gams such as three legged
races, sack races, egg carry, and water balloon toss. The most popular
events were the face painting and balloon animals, as these
events had people waiting in line most of the afternoon.
Blue Star Farms, a local farm to table farmer, donated hamburger
patties for the crowd to enjoy. Other local businesses donated
hot dogs, buns, chips and water, along with prizes for the
games.
An event new to London was a Duck race. People paid to sponsor
rubber ducks for the race. The ducks were dropped off of the bridge
on Park Avenue and floated down the creek to a fence which
marked the ending spot. Even though the water level was down,
and the creek was somewhat grown in, all of the ducks eventually
made it to the finish line.
Seven-year-old Case Allen Fowler sponsored the winning duck,
and split the pot. With 50 ducks sponsored at $5 each, the youngster
won $125.
Lion Dee Jones, a new member of the London Lions, suggested
the event as a way to give the community something to enjoy.
She agreed to co-chair the event with Lion Michael Norman, and
a call was put out on social media for extra community volunteers,
in which a number of local residents showed up to help out.
“With this being the first time holding this event, I was unsure
what kind of turnout we would have”, said Jones. “To say I was extremely
pleased is an understatement. It made my heart very
happy to see so many smiling faces.
I love this town!”
The London Lions are already in discussions on how to make the
event in 2025 even better.
Benefits of rain barrels
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Rain barrels are a terrific way to save money and help the environment. Water collected in rain barrels can
be used for numerous things like watering lawns and gardens, washing cars, and much more. These water
collection systems, placed under downspouts to capture runoff from roofs, offer a plethora of ecological
advantages. Rain barrels contribute significantly to water conservation. A single barrel can save approximately
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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE
OHIO REVISED CODE, SEC. 2329.26
THE STATE OF OHIO, MADISON COUNTY
Lakeview Loan Servicing LLC, Plaintiff
vs.
Jordan Clapham et. al., Defendant
Case No. CVE20190031
Parcel No. 04-00096.000
Address: 235 S. Chillicothe St., Plain City, OH 43064
In pursurance of an order of sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at public online
auction, at https://madison.sheriffsaleauction.ohio.gov. The above named property was
appraised at $290,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount on Friday,
12th day of July, 2024, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. If no bids at that time, the property will be offered
up again on Friday, 26th day of July, 2024. There will be no minium bid for the second sale. Any
additional costs and taxes owed for the action that are not covered by the sale, will be collected
within 30 days of the confirmation from the purchaser. However, the Plaintiff has the right to
redeem the property within 14 days of the sale by paying the full purchase price to the clerk of
courts, and will be considered the successful purchaser of the sale.
The complete legal description can be found in the office of the Madison County Recorder, in
the Madison County Courthouse located at 1 N. Main Street, London, OH 43140.
Being the same property conveyed by deed recorded in volume 305, page 2511 of the Madison
County Ohio Records.
Last known owner: Jordan Clapham et. al
Said premises located at: 235 S. Chillicothe St., Plain City, OH 43064
All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale are on an “as-is” basis and have no warranty or guarantee. The
appraisal may or may not have been an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff nor
the appraisers are liable for the condition of the property that was appraised.
Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 will be due the day of the sale, balance due within 30 days of
confirmation.
Additional fees to be paid to the Sheriff, include, transfer tax & conveyance fees which will be
added to the balance due. All funds paid to the Sheriff must be in cash or certified check.
Delinquent taxes will be paid by the plaintiff, current taxes prorated to the purchaser to the date
of the auction. The purchaser assumes all taxes from the date of the auction. The purchaser shall
be responsible for those costs, allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient
to cover.
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Tina J. Sabin, Deputy
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Bids Due: 10:00 a.m. local time, July 8, 2024; through the State’s electronic
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Contract
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US Route 40 Water Main Replacement
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by the Village of West Jefferson at the Village Office, 28 E. Main
Street, West Jefferson, Ohio 43162, until Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at
11:30 a.m. local time. At that time the Bids received will be publicly
opened and read.
The Project includes the following Work: The installation of water main
extension and connections within the Village of West Jefferson along
US Route 40.
Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found and
downloaded at the following website: choiceoneengineering.com/
projects-out-for-bid. All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding
Documents will be offered through the designated website. Neither
Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for Bidding Documents,
including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing
Office of Choice One.
For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications,
procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders
that are included in the Bidding Documents.
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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE
OHIO REVISED CODE, SEC. 2329.26
THE STATE OF OHIO, MADISON COUNTY
US Bank Trust National, Plaintiff
vs.
Lois J. Breece Harley et. al., Defendant
Case No. CVE20230145
Parcel No. 31-00575.000
Address: 96 Flax Dr., London, OH 43140
In pursurance of an order of sale in the above entitled action, I will offer for sale at a public online
auction, at https://madison.sheriffsaleauction.ohio.gov. The above named property was appraised
at $190,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount on Friday,
12th day of July, 2024, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. If no bids at that time, the property will be offered
up again on Friday, 26th day of July, 2024. There will be no minimum bid for the second sale.
Any additional costs and taxes owed for the action that are not covered by the sale, will be collected
within 30 days of the confirmation from the purchaser. However, the Plaintiff has the right
to redeem the property within 14 days of the sale by paying the full purchase price to the clerk
of courts, and will be considered the successful purchaser of the sale.
The complete legal description can be found in the office of the Madison County Recorder, in
the Madison County Courthouse located at 1 N. Main Street, London, OH 43140.
Being the same property conveyed by deed recorded in volume 132, page 1985 of the Madison
County Ohio Records.
Last known owner: Lois J. Breece Harley et. al
Said premises located at: 96 Flax Dr., London, OH 43140
All properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale are on an “as-is” basis and have no warranty or guarantee. The
appraisal may or may not have been an inside inspection of the property and the Sheriff nor
the appraisers are liable for the condition of the property that was appraised.
Terms of Sale: $5,000.00 will be due the day of the sale, balance due within 30 days of
confirmation.
Additional fees to be paid to the Sheriff, include, transfer tax & conveyance fees which will be
added to the balance due. All funds paid to the Sheriff must be in cash or certified check.
Delinquent taxes will be paid by the plaintiff, current taxes prorated to the purchaser to the date
of the auction. The purchaser assumes all taxes from the date of the auction. The purchaser shall
be responsible for those costs, allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient
to cover.
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Tina J. Sabin, Deputy
Madison County, Ohio
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495 Wolf Ledges Pkway., Akron, OH 44311
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City of London
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At that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read.
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Tractors, Farm Equipment, Trailers & Misc. at Auction at
3326 Zuber Road ORIENT, OHIO. 43146
THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2024
LIVE/SIMULCAST 1 PM - TRUCK & FARM EQUIPMENT
2007 Case IH 2588 combine (2613 hours) Excellent; 2007 30’Case IH 1020 grain table; 30’ Frontier header cart;
1997 JD 693 corn head; 2007 Case IH MX 210 tractor with duals & Pto (4269 hrs.); 1995 New Holland 8870
tractor & duals (4725 hrs.); 1977 Case 1570 tractor (6838 hrs.); 1973 Case 1070 tractor (7811 hrs.); 1961 Case
830 gas tractor (2003 reb. motor); 1991 IH dump truck with 20’ bed & roll tarp (550,116 miles);1974 IH Loadstar
1600 bucket truck; Unverferth 5225 grain buggy & roll tarp; 2015 Dakota alum. 26’ hopper bottom grain trailer
with roll tarp & air ride; Semi-trailer mover (Dolley); 2014 Kinze 3600 planter 12 row with splitter; 15’ JD 1560
drill with markers & scale; 1997 DMI 24’ Tiger-Mate; 1997 DMI crumbler; Case IH 330 Turbo-Till disc; 1997 IH
6500 Conser-till 9 shank disc chisel; 18’ Bush Hog disc; Case 500 plow (6x18” or 6x20”); 14’ Lely Roterra; 15’ JD
rotary hoe; John Blue 45’ SS sprayer (New pump in 2005); 15” Woods batwing mower (New 2013); Two J&M
gravity wagons with J&M augers; Four McCurdy gravity wagons; 3pt. 8’ blade; 2016 Westfield 8”x61’ grain
auger; Westfield 8”x61’ grain auger; Hutchinson 8”x21’ grain auger; Hi-Cap Model 40 cleaner with corn & bean
screens; 6”x9’ electric auger on wheels; 1200 gal. fert. tanks; Ferg. subsoiler (Cable laying attach.); LAWN TRAC-
TORS – AC 620 mower; Simplicity 4041 Power-Max mower;
LIVE ONLY 10 AM to 1 PM – COLLECTIBLES & TOOLS
Vintage gas pumps (Bennett 2056 & National 64), Clipper cleaner; CI & copper kettles; Horse drawn cultivators
& plow; Ertl JD 7410 pedal tractor; Fairbanks platform scale; Ant. Corn sheller; Enterprise sausage press; Wire
egg baskets; Galv. Chicken waters; Vintage boxes & crates (Some adv.); Crocks upto 20 gal. Jugs upto 5 gal.;
Galv. tubs; Old bottles; Meat saw; CI pots; Porc. items; McCormick cream separator; Pitcher pumps; Buggy
seats & steps; Oil lanterns Dietz & misc.; Wood pulley’s; Old tractor seats; 2 man crosscut saw; Boilers; Old hdw.
scale; Buzz saw blades; Rendering kettle; Trail-Mate 3 wh. bike; Old bikes; 1947 Husky walk behind garden
tractor; Old doors & hdw.; Adv. Oil cabs & barrels; Wire milk crates; Western Elec. boxes; Grinding wheels; Vintage
wrenches; Barn beam drill; Old license plates; Log tongs; Wood block planes; Feed scoops; Metal hdw.
dwrs.; Old trunk; 2 child wagons; Pump jack; Fishing equip.; Boat gas tanks; Old fans; Wood carpenter box; St.
wheels w/axles; L&G tools (Pitch forks, Cant. Hook, Scythe, Etc.); MM & Case tractor tool boxes; Buck stove;
NAPA automotive cabinet; Tools & boxes; Log chains; Clevis; Hooks; Jacks; Truck gas tanks; Gas motors; Electric
motors (Some w/grinders); 1954 V-8 motor; Pipe vise; Metal cabinets; Truck & trailer tires; Tractor spike wheels;
Williamson oil furnace; Modine 150K BTU furnace, propane; Metal work table; Elec. boxes; Patterson dock
fans; Galv. gates; Hyd. orbital pumps; New oil (Pennzoil 30 & JD Hy-Gard trans. oil); Large amt. of hardware;
MISC.-Cement mixer; Slip scoops; Tornado chemical cleanup total system; Three 550 gal. gas tanks; L&G carts;
4’ tractor bucket; Transfer pumps; Hyd. cylinders; Hardware; 12”x8’ concrete tile; Steel & Poly culverts; 8” corr.
Tile; Steel pipe upto 21’; Angle & channel iron; Pallet rack; Misc. Equipment Parts; Sears GT 19.9 garden tractor;
Turf Trac 16 Hp rider; Simpl. 5211 rider. Misc.
NOTE: Well maintained, complete line of equipment & collectibles.
TERMS - Cash or Checks with Photo ID & Bank Letter or Wire transfer.
OWNER - DONALD MARTINO
Link to Sale http://bit.ly/45qiErn See www.auctionohio.com
Actioneers - Rick Haag 614-309-2405 & Tom Rawn 614-580-6171
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