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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1929

Page

8

Snakes Reported In Logan Area And Local Card Party

Ian Logan notes a five foot black rattler killed on a farm near Logan marking the first snake sighting of the year. South Logan resident reports seeing a large black reptile in the street near his home but no attempt to kill it. In town, the Two Tiny Tables Club entertained five hundred guests at Miss Katherine Savey’s home with luncheon closing the afternoon.

Ian Logan B. F. Carpen Falla Township Logan South Logan Re Kathiine Savey

If Man Die Shall He Live Again Sermon Focus

The Rev. M. E. Chatley preached at First Christian Church on whether man can live after death. He contrasted agnostic and atheist views with biblical and natural evidence for immortality, citing universal belief, human hope, and Easter’s affirmation that Jesus answers this question with divine authority.

M. E. Chatley First Christian Church Emerson Jesus

France Ordered To Pay Child's Mother

France was ordered in the Common Pleas Court to pay 200 dollars to Fannie Young, following a paternity conviction by a jury. The funds are to cover medical bills for the illegitimate child, with the court setting the amount and terms of payment. France faces commitment if the money is not paid.

Homer France Fannie Young

Easter services draw thousands to churches in Logan

Logan observed a strong Easter Sunday with large crowds across varias churches. Attendance peaked at 1015 in Sunday School at the United Brethren, while the Methodist choir offered a cantata and the Presbyterian pageant The Kings Highway drew a large audience. Rural reports indicate widespread participation in special sermons and services.

Togan Logan United Brethren Church A. R. Cup- Pinger Westerville Presbyterian Church Harry L. Smith Union Pythian Theater H. L. Geddes Clyde Warren M. H. Cherrington

Logan Briefs Highlights Local Visitors and Easter Break

Dr. and Mrs. W. G. Rhoten of Wooster visited Logan Sunday and Monday. Clarence McCray of Columbus and Bishop A. R. Clippinger with Rev. E. H. Dailey were Logan guests. Evan Smith of Columbus visited Logan with Mr. and Mrs. Lehman and Mr. Smith. George Rainer of Ohio Northern University returns home for Easter. T. D. Sawyer of Logan with T. U. Cowen of Lancaster visited Columbus. Two Columbus children were guests of Mrs. O. W. Huls and Mrs. Ann Shriner.

Logan W. G. Rhoten Wooster Doctor Rhoten Bishop A. R. Clippinger E. H. Dailey Harley M. Whitcraft Evan Smith Columbus George Lehman Samuel Smith George Rainer Ohio Northern University Mrs T. D. Sawyer T. U. Cowen Lancaster O. W. Huls Ann Shriner Gifford Huls

Bridge on Route 13 Repaired and Open to Traffic

The bridge south of Utica on State Route 13 was opened this afternoon after weeks of closure. H N Burgett secretary of the South East Ohio Motor Club announced the repair following a bulletin from the Ohio State Motor Club in Columbus. The Johnston detour will be eliminated and Route 13 will serve motorists traveling north to Cleveland and Akron and then East.

Utica H. N. Burgett South East Ohio Motor Club Ohio State Motor Club Columbus Johnston Burgett Ohio Cleveland Akron

Marietta Glee Club to Perform at Logan Presbyterian Church

A select group from Marietta College Glee Club will give a concert at Logan Presbyterian Church Tuesday evening directed by Gerald Lee Hamilton. An orchestra accompanies. program starts 8 15 p m with public invited. A congregational meeting precedes the concert as announced by Rev H L Geddes. Charges of possessing liquor were filed against James Bond Saturday night by Officer Charles Tone. Bond to be arraigned before Mayor Rochester Monday.

Logan Marietta College Glee Club Logan Presbyterian Church Gerald Lee Hamilton H. L. Geddes James Bond Charles “ Logan Tone Main Street J. P. Rochester

Poling Funeral Attended by Relatives from Several Counties

Homer Poling's funeral at Grover Hill included relatives from Hocking and Fairfield counties. Attendees listed include Mr. and Mrs. Connell Poling and son, Mr. and Mrs. John M. Poling and son, Mrs. Bertha Weetenbarger, Mr. and Mrs. William A. Scholl, Mrs. Ola Rutgers, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Poling, F. P. Martin, Mrs. Maude Danison and son Harry.

Old Willow Tree Blown Down On Richland Avenue

An old willow tree in front of Mrs. Charles Creamer’s home on Richland Avenue was toppled in this morning’s heavy wind. Ground rot was found upon examination. The row of willows along the east side of Richland Avenue was planted many years ago to protect the street, and most remain standing despite their great size.

Richland Avenue Charles Creamer

Fined and jailed for petit larceny in Logan case

Fred Weiss and Niles Ralph were arraigned before Magistrate J. P. Miller and pled guilty to petit larceny. Each man was fined 200 dollars and costs, with a 30 day jail term suspended pending good behavior. They were arrested after the theft of a bed and dresser from Owens Manufacturing Company.

Logan J. P. Miller Fred Weiss Niles Ralph Owens Manufacturing Company Joe Farbearn

Fulton Returns To Jail After Hospital Operation

Traffic Officer Joe Farbearn escorted Albert Fulton from Columbus hospital to Hocking County jail on Saturday after Fulton underwent hernia surgery. He had been released on provisional parole to recover, with order to return to jail to finish his sentence for a liquor law violation. In Logan probate court the will of Tecumseh Floyd, formerly of paroled Ville, was read naming Mrs. Lee Floyd sole beneficiary and executrix, with will dated July 1, 1924 and witnesses Charles N. White and Irvin J. Kohler.

Logan Joe Farbearn Albert Fulton Columbus Hocking County Fulton Common Pleas Court

Local Couples Wed in Area Nuptials

Herman Delong age 27 and Martha Strous age 27 were united in marriage with Rev. Fred Brown officiating. Also collecting vows were Norwood Standiford 24 and Ruby Bungard 14 with Rev. Ernest Seymour presiding, and Ralph E. Helber 23 weds Sarah E. Emerick 17 with Rev. E. H. Dailey officiating.

Herman Delong Kingston Elijah Delong Martha Strous Laurelville Asa Strous Fred Brown Norwood Standiford Logan Ruby Bungard Gore Ernest Seymour Ralph E. Helber Samuel Helber Sarah E. Emerick Edward Emerick E. H. Dailey

Letter Golf puzzle answer stream

A concise answer to the daily Letter Golf puzzle: Early, Earls Barns, Barns, Bards, Bands, Bends Sends, Seeds.

Earls Barns

Wilcox Promotes Life After Death At Easter Service

The Rev A Y Wilcox spoke at the Presbyterian Church Easter morning on if a man die shall he live again. He argued science philosophy and religion all support immortality noting matter cannot be destroyed and Jesus promised life after death with mansions in the Father’s house.

A. Y. Wilcox Presbyterian Church Wilcox Dr. Wilcox Mr. Wilcox Jesus

Mello-Glo Face Powder Promises Smooth, Irritation Free Look

Advert reads that Lovely Women prefer Mello-Glo Face Powder for a smoother finish without irritation. It touts a youthful bloom and a safe, non-pasty appearance, claiming the product prevents flaws and delivers a fresh complexion.

Nesta

Easter transfers bring 25 new members to Presbyterian Church

The Easter services welcomed 25 new members through transfers from nine states and one foreign territory. Listed states include Texas, Illinois, New Jersey, Oregon, Washington, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, plus Ontario Canada.

Presbyterian Church Texas Ilinois New Jersey Oregon Washington Michigan Ohio Pennsylvania Virginia Ontario Canada

April Starts With Husky Air Gales

A dramatic weather page notes strong gale conditions causing rattling doors and windows. The forecast warns of heavy rain and high winds continuing into the day, urging residents to prepare with umbrellas coats and galoshes amid a Marchlike storm.

April Fools Cheer Brightens Blue Sky

A playful scene opens with vivid clouds drifting across a glittering blue sky as laughter erupts shouting April Fool. The lighthearted moment captures a carnival mood and carefree whimsy.

Don’t Get Up Nights Palm GLOBULEs Claim

Advertisement for Palm GLOBULES promises relief from nighttime urination and general debility with a trial offer. Readers are urged to send 10 cents and address to receive a free $1.00 box by mail from The Imo Company in Battle Creek Michigan.

Imo Company Dept Battle Creek Mich O. D

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