Looking Back – Dec. 4

Ingrid Wertz holds up a string of popcorn and cranberries while Carol, left, and Nancy Ziegler are busy in the background completing more strings in 1973.

2013

Local nonprofit agency Access-Ability, formerly the local chapter of Easter Seals, promoted its annual tree ornament sale to help provide wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds and related items to people without the resources to cover such a cost.

1998

Arvin Industries bought 49 percent of Germany’s premiere exhaust systems manufacturer, which brought the company closer to its goal of doubling sales in five years.

1973

Bids for the reconstruction of the city golf course along Hawcreek were voided upon the recommendation of the Columbus Parks and Recreation Board.