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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1930
Page
11
April 4 services were held for Mark Wessier, three years old, daughter of Mer and Mrs Oscar Easier of Marion Township. The child died Wednesday at a Columbus hospital after clothing ignited while in a high chair in the home shear. Mrs. Kessler, who left to feed chickens, tried to extinguish the flames. Four other children remain in the family. the father was working in Bremen when the tragedy occurred.
Lead threat looms if the Dodge Broing team wins three games against Cryst.eek quintet Friday eve ning in the City Bowling League. A win would put them within reach of Lumber Supply, in first place since the season start. Dodgers must win the series to force a pennant race as Lumbermen hold top spot. Robris and Jormaton were absent as three contests were forfeited to Moores-Ross.
Walter Huyard of Marion Township sues Feana Blosser of Bremen in Common Pleas Court claiming eight days of unlawful imprisonment on a pretended larceny charge hurt his business and damaged his reputation. The arrest was reportedly for stealing.
Logan Chamber holds annual business meeting at the clubhouse outlining the year's accomplishments and plans. A Holl was named president, E L Plelow retained as president, with several directors listed. Reports praised industrial cooperation, shoe factory prospects, and efforts to attract a refinery and clay plant while noting credit rating services and 1929 activities. Publicity and education committee work supported the school levy and scenic district growth in Hocking County.
Advert says Danderine revives hair, stops shedding, and improves condition. It claims easy application, dissolves buildup, and promotes longer, silkier, shinier hair while making styling simpler and waves hold longer.
Mr and Mrs E J Nimon entertained at their home on Gallagher Avenue Sunday for the pleasure of their daughter Mrs Dallas Kinser who was observing her birthday. Covers were laid for Mr and Mrs Kinser and daughter Martha Ann and Mr and Mrs William Spotts.
Mrs Stanley Baker and Mrs Tom Eberst entertained Idano Club members with a 6 o'clock dinner at the Moore Restaurant. Afterward the group moved to Mrs Eberst's West Main Street home for a social hour.
Logan Board of Education pays tribute to late superintendent C. F. Ridgley noting his work was finished by his death and that he planned the coming term. Schools reopen after spring vacation with principals Wred Burchfield Senior High J Frew Junior High Minnie Moore Central Grade Eula Rochester West School Wither O Neal Past School.
Logan April 4 Rev William Smith 58 formerly of this county died in Phoenix Ariz Tuesday per his sister Mrs Clara Miller of Logan He served in the ministry for over 30 years with Pleasant Hill United Brethren Church His wife and sister and a son Casile Mills Smith survive Funeral services set for 2 PM Wednesday at Pleasant Hill Church burial in adjoining cemetery
Two Logan men William Durant and Joe Vorhees earned the final degree in Pythianism Monday evening in New Straitsville when the local degree team visited. Following the degree work refreshments were served.
Warren Bright Jr a student at Ohio Wesleyan University plans to leave May 25 on a steamer bound for South America. He told his parents in a letter received this week. Bright who is studying for the ministry will work on the steamer for two months of his summer vacation.
Mrs. Zella Poling, 86, wife of Earl Poling, died of uremic poisoning at Cherrington Hospital. She was taken there Wednesday morning. Survived by husband and four children Helen Edward Louise and an infant son. Also survived by parents Mr. and Mrs. Eli Shertock Perry County. brothers Floyd Sherlock James Shertock Toledo. sister Mrs. James Dennison Maxville. Funeral at South Harvey Chapel M. E. Church with burial there. Funeral time not announced.
Announcement from Pawgan notes Miss Jyvelen Rodman daughter of Mrs Blanche Rodman of Columbus and Frederick Bishop son of Mrs Della Bishop of Logan will marry in Detroit on a Saturday at 8 39 p m Reverend Mr Thoburn of Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church will officiate They both graduated from Logan High School and will reside in Detroit where Bishop works for the Peninsular State Bank.
Members of the A-Go-I-Go Club enjoyed a bridge afternoon at Mrs Edgar Hillyer's West Main Street home. After the game, lunch was served. Guests included Rudolph Lortz Mrs Parsons and Miss Judith Sweazy.
Mrs. Phil Henderson and Miss Florence Eberst along with Miss Bernadine Eberst were in Columbus on Wednesday. Miss Brumms Hall from this city spent Thursday in New Straitsville as the guest of Mr. Stephen Howdyshell.
April report states Charles HH Eyke Jr 12 son of Mr and Mrs Charles Lyke of Spring Street Was taken to Columbus Wednesday for a surgical operation on sinus trouble He is reported recovering Mr Lyke is assistant fire chief of Loein
Logan April 4 Allen Murphy a farmer in the enterprise district sustained a fractured left leg below the knee while doing farm work. He was treated by local physicians Tuesday after being thrown from a sled when his leg twisted and the sled rewired.
A vintage health ad promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a safe herbal tonic for girls entering womanhood. It claims to soothe nerves, boost appetite, and support the female body during adolescence, offering trial tablets via mail from Buffalo New York.
Miss Olive Luke of Warner Avenue Stu dent at Ohio University has been chosen by Beta Tau Alpha Sorority as its Junior Prom Queen representative for tonight’s annual dance. Luke is a sophomore in the College of Musted.
Fragmentary OCR reports misread lines about corn on Blossom Hilyard’s farm in the Hush Creek District of Marion County. The garbled text mentions corn and a farm location but lacks clear actions or dates.
William Souders and Chase Wonn toured Columbus on business Wednesday, with details continued on Page 16.
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