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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1928

Page

3

Democrats Endorse Local and State Candidates At Athens Meeting

In Nelsonville on April 14 the Athens County Democratic executive committee endorsed several candidates. Charles Beckler of Athens won endorsement for the county board of deputy state supervisors of elections. Cyrus Locher of Cleveland and George White of Marietta were endorsed for United States senators. Fred BGeekier of Athens was elected vice chairman. Mayor B. J. Eberle of Nelsonville was endorsed for state senator in the ninth-fourteenth district. Attending members included L. J. Eberle, W. H. McGee, A. J. Price, and others from Nelsonville and nearby towns.

Nelsonville Athens County Democratic Executive Committee Athens Charles Beckler Cyrus Locher Cleveland George White Marietta United States Fred Bgeekier Hugh Mulligan J. Eberle L. J. Eberle W. H. McGee A. J. Price Glouster Charles Kincade Guystille Charles Shields

Kitchen Closed As Modoc Center Discontinued

Nelsonville reports the state kitchen at Modoc was discontinued on orders from relief headquarters. State officers say investigation found food waste at Modoc Kitchen. Between 25 and 80 children were served one meal daily.

Nelsonville Modoc

Hand Burned in Gas Furnace Accident at Nelsonville Home

April 14 report from Nelsonville states Ralph W. Parks a cashier at Peoples Tank suffered a severe burn on his right hand when lighting a gas furnace at home. A small gas accumulation near the burner caused a slight explosion as he struck a match. Also noted, Mrs. L. J. Berle returned from Beatty hospital Columbus after tonsil removal surgery.

Nelsonville Ralph W. Parks Peoples Tank L. J. Berle Beatty Hospital Columbus

Bird Man Receives Letters From Nelsonville Students

A week of notes to the Bird Man features Nelsonville children asking about birds and sharing color pictures. Writers Names include Annabelle Busse Florence Tansy Wanda Lee Evelyn Wright and Helen Stratton among others. participants express pride in newspaper mentions and hope for prizes.

Annabelle Nelsonville Bayneda Dean Singe West Canal St Leslie Barber Teint Nelson Evelyn Wright Evelyn Batman Mary Jo Kealing Helen Goldie Magas Jacksonville Adda Leata Uelty Ann Ludden Wilk

Nelsonville High School Alumni to Mark 50th Anniversary

Nelsonville April 14. The alumni association will observe the golden anniversary of the local school this spring. The first graduating class in 1971 included Kate Gabriel Simms C M Dew Will Gardner Meta Riddlle Sharp Sarah Washburn Williams Celia Grandstaff Van S Tucker Coultran was superintendent. Dues will be collected the first of the week.

Nelsonville Nelsonville High School Alumni Association Kate Gabriel Simms C. M. Dew Will Gardner Meta RiddJle Sharp Sarah Washburn Wiliams Celia Grandstaff Vans Coultran

Social Notes Entertains for Mrs Wolfe Move

Mrs. Harry Gall hosted a Thursday evening gathering at her home on Toplare Street to honor Mrs. Blanche Wolfe who is moving from the city. A gift was presented and refreshments followed for numerous guests including Mrs. W. F. Evans Mrs. James Coleman Mrs. Myra Graft Mrs. Rita Horton and Miss Catherine Wolfe among others.

Wolfe Harry Gall T Foplare Street Blanche Wolfe W. F. Evans Evans Dave Evens Emish Walter Wo FL. Wolfe Wiliam Hattin Gennett J. Ion James Coleman I McLaughliin Fll. Wells Myra Graft Rea Ogs C. Board Mia Huddy Hannah Parr Clara Caldwell Herberton Dora Moler Prank Br. I. Ohlinger Alice Hall Rita Horton Velma Evans Hattie Gilbert Cox Alice Dean Bette Gasley John Warrington Fanny Willian Riessei Oliv Ocklin Mary Rittemyer Walhicon Shirley Catherine Wolfe Mary Faery Phyt-1

Nelsonville Clean-Up Campaign Progresses In April Meeting

In Elsonville on April 14 the Woman's Community Club discussed progress of the clean-up effort. Students under Miss Jeanie Nelson are making attractive window displays. Members planned a quilt project after a potluck dinner for new members and discussed upcoming tag day. Street cleaning praise and local participation noted.

Elsonville Woman's Community Club Walter Wolf Jeanie Nelson Jed Dewhurst Poplar Walnut Bertha Nixon

Ruth Poonn Dies After Illness in Nelsonville

Ruth Poonn died at her home near Murray following illness. She was the wife of Charles Whitaker and mother of Louise. The funeral arrangements were not announced. Her husband Captain Whitaker and parents Mr. and Mrs. Webster Whitaker survive.

Fred Freer John George Street Birch Run W. Va D. I. Shafer Columbus Bir Marion Coakley Evelyn Siddle Imelda Smith Eva Sileoth Columbus Mable Shater Frank Benson Lancaster Nelsonville John Hanley Sam Longley Petersburg Indiana Ruth Poon Murray Ce City An Ae Websterffellyer Faner Ae Whitaker Chartes A. B. Johnson Daughparents Ter Louise Chillicothe Ryains Bridge Gadbury Paul Shay Edward Sharp Bridge Club Bred Berg Tiner EU. Acomb James Kryight Iizh Seo John Fuller Mra K. Ho This

Man Unable To Pay Fine Is Committed To Ath City Jail

Evercity McCall was jailed after failing to pay a $10 fine and costs for intoxication. He was arraigned before Mayor Alex Moore on Saturday afternoon. Police Captain Charles Maple arrested him late Friday night. Henman Michael was ar...

Evercity McCall Ath City Alex Moore McCall Charles Maple Wriday Henman Michael

Rath heads syndicate buying California water systems

Nelsonville April 14 J C Rath of Chicago heads a syndicate acquiring water supply systems in several California towns. The Olive system purchase is complete. Rath’s company is reported to be a $1,000,000 corporation. Rath recently married Margaret Andrews, daughter of Corwin and Mrs Andrews of Nelsonville.

Nelsonville J. C. Rath Chicago Calicornia Orange Calif Olive Rath Margaret Andrews Corwin Andrews

Y M G A NOTES FROM W L H H USHERING SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

Y M G A notes describe interclass track meet plans for April 23 28 with ten boys and ten girls from each school. Leaders will assist divisions, with juniors and intermediates boosting attendance. Classes meet Saturdays 1 to 6 pm and swimming program expands after school. Membership half price includes summer swimming and gym privileges. Marble tournament proceeds with finals likely this afternoon and Columbus intercity meet prospect. An intoxication charge led to a town exit. Herb Parker, police chief, arrested Michael Pride who claimed to be a hobo.

Fach Gymnasium Privleges Sghoat Columbus Herb Parker Michael Pride Micheel

Death from dental infection claims Nelsonville woman

Mrs. Ifema Hoch Simon, 38, former Nelsonville resident, died at White Cross hospital Columbus after infection from diseased teeth. She left Nelsonville ten years ago for Columbus, married W. C. Simon, and was crippled as a child. The funeral will be at 2 o clock Monday at M. E. church with burial in Greenlawn cemetery.

Nelsonville Ifema Hoch Simon Nellsonville White Cross ‘Hospital Columbus Simon Eulalia Hoch W. C.simon Clarice Zether Carl 1Ard Orie Garret Hoch M. Ee Greenlawn

Nelsonville Lodge 43 annual inspection announced

The annual inspection of Nelsonville lodge No. 43 B P O Ell has been announced to be held at Isik's home in Logan on Tuesday evening. James Hannan district deputy Chillcothe will be present with officers and members invited to attend and a buffet lunch will be served. Mayor L J Wherle exalted ruler urges attendance.

Nelsonville Nelsonville Lodge B. P.O. Elke Isik's James Hannan Chillcothe Oage Logan L.J. Wherle

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