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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1932
Page
2
J B Downing owner of the local water company says his offer to sell the Pomery water plant to the city remains valid. He will allow valuation by three appraisers from his side council and a third chosen by the first two, and argues private ownership may be more economical despite city talks on municipally owned water works. He cites river water purification and local soil issues as major challenges.
Jacob Batey 92 died Thursday morning at his home on Thomas Fork after a period of ill health. Death was due to heart disease and the infirmities of old age. He was grandfather to James Batey, Benjamin Batey, and Mrs. Jack Parfitt, all of whom live nearby.
A Meigs County notice requests community help and advertising assistance for the Messenger. It mentions circulation and classified ads and provides contact for John Sauvage at 453-L. No funeral arrangements have been announced.
Oscar Middleswart sues James Davis and Arthur Badgley in Meigs County Common Pleas for 35000 in behalf of his 11-year-old daughter Grace Middleswart seeking medical and punitive damages for injuries from an Oct 28 1931 crash. Grace suffered fractured legs and permanent scars after stepping from a school bus on Portland Bottom Road.
Pomeroy April 8 workers at the Blackstone Mine in Rutland and the Red Bird Mine in Hobson walked out to await a settlement amid a looming picket line. Officials report no work today as miners prepare for possible shutdowns. Local unions, aided by farmers, have gathered food and clothing for the strikers, with outside AFL unions expected to contribute.
Strike leaders say the Red Bird miners have won the initial battle against mine operators, signaling early success in their labor conflict and rallying rank and file for the next phase of action.
A public notice from Pomeroy on April 8 outlines expiration dates and salaries for Ohio county offices. It lists Probate Judge J. E. Carleton at 2215 dollars, Clerk of Courts T. W. Bengel at 1935, and Sheriff A. O. Tracy at 1415, with various other offices and terms noted. The item also mentions local social notes and a theft alert for a Ford coupe, license F793, reported heading toward Pomeroy.
Middleport report says Owen Curtis and son-in-law Roy Russell keep five chicken varieties on the Roy Russell farm: White Leghorn, Brown Leghorn, White Rock, Buff Rock, and Ancona. The flock includes 225 laying hens and 200 chicks, located on Mill Street hill road on the east side of the hill.
Middleport High School will hold commencement exercises on Tuesday May 17 in the school gymnasium on Pearl Street. Supt A W McKay announces that the commencement address will be delivered by Thomas Cooke McCracken Ph D Dean of College of Ohio University.
Police pursue Harry Freischer, tied to the Purple Gang of Detroit, as New Jersey authorities question him in the Lindbergh kidnapping case. Ohio University alumnus, Rev. T. Boyd Gay, Ph.D., will deliver the Baccalaureate sermon at the Presbyterian Church on Sunday night May 16 at 7 30.
An urging promotion for Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild stimulant for stomach liver and bowels. Claims improved digestion regularity and fewer sick spells for children and adults. Encourages keeping it at home and buying from any drug store.
G W Kreitler Meigs County extension agent sent letters to 415 sheep owners urging proper shearing methods to protect wool quality and value. He notes Ohio wool value depends on growers, with many sheep in Salem Scipio Columbia and Rutland townships and warns careless practices could trigger significant losses.
Kreitler emphasized during a period of low mood that farmers must protect both their finances and their small change. He urged careful budgeting and frugal practices to weather economic pressures affecting agriculture and rural communities.
POMEROY April 8 A Meigs County probate court settlement ends a paternity case against E T Roush of Mason County West Virginia charged with improper relations with a ward of the Meigs County Children's Home He is ordered to pay the girl 200 in settlement and to contribute 6 monthly for the child for two years after which a new non support charge may be filed when she is of age
Ohio University outlines its annual Mothers' Day program with a Dance Frolic at the Men's Gymnasium on Friday night April 22 at 10 o'clock. The event offers entertainment for mothers before the fraternity serenade at midnight as part of the three day observance April 22 to 24.
The university will stage a Dance Frolic featuring a Negro quartet led by Marcus Hall performing Thy Mile. Other acts include Mise Kempton of Athens, Joe Bardin of Athens, and Doris Burt of Cleveland. Doris Burt will interpretive dance, with favors for mothers and serpentine color. Robert Randolph of Clarksburg, W Va, is in charge.
Advice to wait three or four weeks before applying wallpaper to newly plastered surfaces. Allow plaster to dry to prevent glue damage and deterioration of oil sizing applied prior to papering.
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