# State of Ohio Letter Honoring Charlie Evers as “Man of the Year” — Mary Ellen Withrow (January 11, 1991)

- Link: https://wmrnhistory.com/accession/wmrn-2026-034/
- Published: 2026-09-29T17:03:02-04:00
- Author: Brendon Hamblin

## Document

## Identification & Description

### Title

State of Ohio Letter Honoring Charlie Evers as “Man of the Year” — Mary Ellen Withrow(
January 11, 1991)

### Description


_Official State of Ohio letter congratulating Charlie Evers on being named Marion’s“
Man of the Year,” dated January 11, 1991._

This official letter from the State of Ohio Treasurer’s Office, dated January 11,
1991, congratulates Charlie Evers on being named Marion’s “Man of the Year.”

Signed by Treasurer Mary Ellen Withrow, the letter recognizes Evers’ contributions
to the Marion community, including his work in broadcasting and his involvement 
in civic and agricultural initiatives. It reflects the respect and recognition he
earned both locally and at the state level.

Documents such as this provide valuable insight into the broader impact of WMRN 
personalities beyond the airwaves, illustrating how figures like Evers played meaningful
roles in shaping their communities.

This document is preserved as part of the WMRN Radio History Archive.

 

[Part of the Charlie Evers Collection](https://wmrnhistory.com/charlie-evers-collection/)

 

### Accession Number

WMRN-2026-034

### Object Type

[Document](https://wmrnhistory.com/archive/?taxquery%5B0%5D%5Bcompare%5D=IN&taxquery%5B0%5D%5Btaxonomy%5D=tnc_tax_2741&taxquery%5B0%5D%5Bterms%5D%5B0%5D=234)

### Date

11/1/1991

### Sort Year

1991

### Organizations

[State of Ohio Treasurer’s Office](https://wmrnhistory.com/archive/?taxquery%5B0%5D%5Bcompare%5D=IN&taxquery%5B0%5D%5Btaxonomy%5D=tnc_tax_2799&taxquery%5B0%5D%5Bterms%5D%5B0%5D=447)

### Creator / Manufacturer

[Amy Evers Roston](https://wmrnhistory.com/archive/?taxquery%5B0%5D%5Bcompare%5D=IN&taxquery%5B0%5D%5Btaxonomy%5D=tnc_tax_2833&taxquery%5B0%5D%5Bterms%5D%5B0%5D=319)

## Content and Context

### Keywords

Charlie Evers, Charlie Evers Collection, Documents, Man of the Year, Marion Ohio,
Mary Ellen Withrow, Official Letter, State of Ohio

## Rights and Access

### Access / Use Restrictions

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## Digital Preservation / Media

### Transcription / OCR Text

[OCR transcription from visible letter]
  STATE OF OHIO Office of the Treasurer  
Mary Ellen Withrow Treasurer of State  Toll-Free Information in Ohio Voice and T.
D.D. 1-800-228-1102  January 11, 1991  Mr. Charlie Evers Scantland Broadcast Company
P.O. Box 10000 355 E. Center St. Marion, Ohio 43302  Dear Charlie:  It is a pleasure
to congratulate you for being named Marion's "Man of the Year." I can't think of
anyone else who deserves such an award.  For many years you have been active in 
the Marion community, working especially hard in civic and agricultural related 
projects. More importantly, during your long and distinguished broadcast career,
you have become someone local residents can identify with and respect.  Your efforts
in promoting the Marion area have been outstanding. I know you dedicate many hours
for the sake of others and the projects which are important to you. Indeed, your
diligence in making Marion a better place is deeply appreciated.  Once again, congratulations
for being named Marion's "Man of the Year." I hope this new year will continue to
bring you great success and happiness.  Sincerely,  Mary Ellen Withrow  MARY ELLEN
WITHROW Treasurer of State  30 East Broad Street Columbus, Ohio 43266-0421

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