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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1946
Page
2
A 1946 Athens Messenger note details efforts to help discharged veterans obtain diplomas. The article highlights programs, eligibility, and supportive services to facilitate veterans’ academic recognition and credential completion.
Fragmentary note records a family and crew involvement regarding the death of York. The readable portion mentions learning by parents and reference to a crew or group surrounding York and possibly another place or condition connected to the incident.
A war-time evacuation flight from Pee annual se fet phon to Eschenere Germany faced dense valley fog and recalcitrant weather. After a fatal crash near Wahn two days before Allied capture, Sgt Huddy and crew were declared missing with no wreckage found. A Purple Heart and European Theater Ribbon with three Bronze Stars were later awarded to T Sgt Huddy for his service.
Nelsonville social notes announce a Wednesday night April dinner meeting of the Past Matrons and Patrons Association of Eudora Chapter at the Masonic Temple at 6 o clock. Hosts include Mrs Flossie Grawford Mrs Ida Hill Miss Mabel Campbell and C L Stout. Members unable to attend should call Mrs Crawford. CLA&s to meet Business Girls Class of the Church of Christ will hold their April meeting Thursday April 11 at the home of Mrs Grace Plummer 184 St Charles St potluck dinner at 7 30. Notice of appointment Gerald A Kimbel of Coolville Athens County Ohio appointed administrator of the estate of Trevy E Kimble deceased. Creaiters must file claims within four years or be forever barred. Dated March 18 Francis D White probate judge of aid county.
Rev Charley Carfrey announces a two week revival at Jacksonville Methodist Church starting Sunday April 7. Rev Gus Graham of Za leski will preach this week while Carfrey recovers from influenza. Carfrey plans to preach next week. Odd Fellows Night is April 10 with Charles Thomas Lodge Jacksonville in attendance at 7 30 pm. A Holy Week cantata The Promise of Easter directed by Thea White will be presented Wednesday evening by Plains and New Straitsville churches.
GLOUSTER C E Turner chairman of the Finance Committee of the Trimble Township Memorial Park Association announces a 4 meeting of that committee for Wednesday evening April 10 at 8 13 o clock in the mayor s office The meeting aims to further the canvass for Memorial and Park Funds It will be an open meeting and those interested in the project even if not committee members are urged to attend and participate in plans to speed up the canvass for funds.
Mary Jo Bryson daughter of Columbus visits grandparents Mr and Mrs W W Bryson in Glouster. She houses for her grandfather and father while Mrs Wes Bryson visits relatives in Washington DC. Mary Jo's fiancé Captain Paul DuWayne Jessop spends a furlough at his parents home in Middletown PA and was here over the weekend before returning Monday.
Mrs Thomas J Morris led a Missionary program at First Baptist Church on Sunday April 7 with Mrs Ora Viney as pianist. Bible lesson from Psalms read by Morris, prayer by Thomas Brown, and a hymn chosen by each attendee. Donna Goodman read Christ's Miracles, Mrs Mortis sang When I Have Done the Best I Can, Mrs Gillys Viney presented The Missionary Message. Young People's chorus sang Onward Christian Soldier. Mrs Ethel Rikey led a brief business session. Mrs Clemmons from Jacksonville will lead the next three meetings. next gathering set for Mr Anna Mayles home on April 18. Those reported ill: Mrs Mattie Wright Willem Mayles and Mrs Katherine Turner.
The Forgoress family met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Forgoress on Sunday for a reunion first since early 1944. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Steve Forgoress Trimble and Mr. and Mrs. Steven Forgoress, with daughters Sharon and Linda. Frank Forgoress was discharged from the Army on January 23 and Steven on April 5, 1946, at Camp Atterbury, Indiana.
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Erdy announce the birth of a son, John Michael Erdy, at Marietta Hospital on April 5. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. John Sausér of Jacksonville and Mr. and Mrs. Steve Erdy of Millfield. Great grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. John Gillette of Jacksonville.
NELSONVILLE This evening at 730 the annual inspection of Eudora Chapter No 72 OES will be held at the Masonic Temple with Mrs Charlotte Keith District Deputy Grand Matron the inspecting officer A covered dish dinner will be served at 6 Surrounding chapters invited and a large attendance expected. VISIT IN LOGAN GLOUSTER Mrs George H Campbell spent Sunday and Monday in Logan at the home of Mr and Mrs Hubert Guess. Mr and Mrs Russell Brewer and son Georgie Dayton also spent Sunday with the Guesses. GLOUSTER Mrs Johan S Blower of this city spent Saturday and Sunday with her daughter Dianne a student at Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware She returned home Sunday morning. IN CLEVELAND GLOUSTER Mrs Abbie Gallbraith of this city is in Cleveland where she will visit indefinitely with her son in law and daughter and family. KIWANIS TO MEET GLOUSTER The weekly meeting of the local Kiwanis Club will be in the dining room of the Hotel Gordon tonight at 630.
Mrs. Robert Lowry of Barberton returns home this evening after a two day visit with her parents Mr and Mrs P J Stanley. Mrs Stanley has recently been discharged from Sheltering Arms Hospital and is reported to be improving nicely.
Jacksonville Village Council announced a cleanup event for Friday April 12 and Saturday April 13. Mayor C Brinkley stated that all garbage must be placed in a container at the back of jets for collection.
Glouster Ed Varmanten bought the property at the top of the hill on Cross Street from David White. He and his family occupy the home. He recently sold his farm located south of Watrut Hill on the road to Trimble.
Edward Russell, recently stationed in Korea, has returned to the United States for his honorable discharge. He and his wife Lil Han and their two children are visiting Worthington, Ohio, with Mr. and Mrs. Russell and children spending the week in Millgeld at the home of the mother Mrs. Nellie Russell.
Chauncey Iic and Mrs Guy Brookins and their daughter Thelma Jean, with Mr and Mrs Howard Brookins of Athens, spent Wednesday to Sunday visiting housing in Altoona and Lawnsdown Philadelphia. They called on Mr and Mrs John Fornwalt and other Fornwalt family members.
Chauncey residents hosted weekend guests from Ulcdrishlville including Mr and Mrs Ralph Nairy and children Ralph Edward Dale and Karen Jean. Willie and Mary Mein hart Chauncey show improvement after two weeks bed rest. Other visitors included Mr and Mrs Ray Chadwell and daughter Laverne Amesville. Floyd Nye Chauncey and son Dr Kenneth Nye in Tullahoma Tennessee. Ruth Wade formerly of Millfield visited Herbert and Mrs Wade in Malta. Viola Wade from Columbus spent weekend with sister Manel Smith in Millfield. Frances Wallace of Millfield visited her mother Alice Carr now living in Nelsonville. Glouster high School Alumni meeting postponed to Wednesday evening.
Mrs Hazel Earich hosted the monthly Millfield Church of Christ Ladies Aid meeting. President Earich led business as sales tax stamps were counted. Devotions were by Celia Boudinot. Next meeting with Mrs Robinett. Guests served by Mary Louard and Jack Earich.
Mrs Nettlé Baker, long seriously ill at her Chauncey home, is reported improved. Guests at the Baker residence during the weekend included Mr and Mrs John Baker of Columbus and Mrs Hankinson with Mr Hankinson of Oak Grove, the latter being Mrs John Baker's parents.
The Friendship Class of the Church of Christ in Chauncey holds its monthly meeting Friday night at the home of Mr and Mrs Andrew Simpkins. A business session will be followed by a social hour and refreshments.
Mrs Mabel Smith of Millfield entertained at dinner Sunday honoring the birthday anniversaries of her son William A. Smith and his brother in law John Rankin. A two course chicken dinner was served. Attending were Mr and Mrs William Smith, Mr and Mrs John Rankin, Mrs Viola Wade, and Mrs Mabel Smith.
Chauncey resident Samuel C Lahugh was moved to Sheltering Arms Hospital Athens where he is expected to undergo surgery this week. His wife Della Lahugh and daughter Mary Lou visited himSunday.
The Ladies Ardillary chapter of the U M W of A will hold an important meeting tonight at 7 30 at the K P building A potluck supper will be served.
The Chauncey Willing-Workers class of Chauncy Methodist Church was set to meet Wednesday at 7 30 p m at the home of Mrs Grace Crabtree Drake Street Becauté but illness prompted a change to Crabtree residence.
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