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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1948
Page
10
Middleport reports no deaths after a flood spell that swamped streets and homes. The community adapted with boats and improvised transport while locals such as Charlie McMaster and Ed Grant tracked river levels since 1940s floods.
Nelsonville columns discuss water conservation and flood control in the Hocking Valley. Dave Warner advocates building reservoirs in watershed headwaters to supply clean water for industry and domestic use, arguing it would stabilize flows, revive springs, and reduce flood damage.
Post flood wall bonds gain final approval as residents observe the river's threats. Mayor Krodel earns praise for handling protests while Stassen gains momentum in Nebraska and Wisconsin primaries. Local weather observers and river reporters warn of reliance on accurate information to avert panic.
The piece argues that nothing in life is truly free noting that even sunshine and love incur costs. It contends religion and salvation demand sacrifice, while churches face financial strain from the idea of free offerings and the high price of discipleship. It ends with a saying that we receive as much as we pay for.
A Gallia County viewpoints column urges expanded youth programs and environment improvements to prevent delinquency. It cites Hi Y and Kiwanis efforts, 4 H clubs, and local teachers, asking readers to extend support to reach more youths and steer them away from crime.
In a near miss compared with neighboring regions, Logan escaped major property loss as floodwaters rose along Mulberry Street and the railroad bridge. Residents gathered to watch the river nine inches from the bridge, while others checked basements and preserved possessions as Channel and flow dynamics drew concern. Local resident James V. Jones shared a historical photograph from 1895 and named participants, prompting reflection on aging community ties. Samuel H. Dillon joined a fishing trip to Harrington Lake, endured a storm and a sinking motor line, then returned with continued plans to fish again.
The Jacksonville Methodist WSCS met in the Glouster church auditorium with vice president Mrs. Leona Orme presiding in the president’s absence. Mrs. Lucille Williams led the program on The Rural Church and Its Needs with talks by Mrs. Phena Householder Mrs. Bertha Heffkin Mrs. Minnie Gaskalla and Mrs. Margaret Hammond.
Mrs Erma Roberts hosted the April meeting of the Friendship Class at her Mill Street home. Class president Mrs Pearl Henry led the business session followed by a social hour and refreshments. The next meeting location will be announced.
Mr and Mrs David Swartz of Taylor Ridge were in Chauncey on Thursday to attend the funeral of Mrs Delle Mingus.
Relatives spend the weekend in Columbus with their son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Richard Herdman visiting Lewis nson Chauncey family members travel for the gathering.
Members of the Millfield Needle Club will be entertained Wednesday night by Mrs. Mabel Sisson at her Trimble home.
Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Howard are reported ill at their Millfield residence, with health status noted as unknown. The brief item records a family situation and location without detailing illness specifics.
Chauncey Boy Scout Troop No 78 plans Charter Night on Monday April 19 at 7 pm in the Church of Christ Parish House. The program includes charter presentation Tenderfoot ceremony and Scout award presentations with Hock Hocking District officers expected. Davis and Stalder lead the event with Dorothy Daugherty and Jenny Jackson organizing dinner and Roy Lester chairing the Troop committee.
Funeral services for Mrs. Delle Mingus 58 wife of Edward Mingus were held in Chauncey at the Methodist Church. The burial followed in Nye Cemetery with pallbearers from the community. Survived by husband two sons two daughters and two grandsons. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Webster Cunningham Chauncey.
Chauncey-Dover high school Y-Teens announce a Spring Jamboree on April 30 in the high school gym. The carnival style event features class booths, square dancing for the public, and sale of contributed articles to raise funds for sending district girls to camp this summer.
The Naomi Bible Class of The Plains Methodist Church voted to pledge 150 for the White Cross Hospital expansion program at its April meeting hosted by Mrs. Ruth Cowell and Mrs. Olga Looney. A reception committee was named for new members and a stork shower was held.
The Chauncey Dover senior class will present its class play on April 22 and 23 at 8 pm in the high school auditorium under the direction of Ruth Andrian. Twenty one members of the class will have parts, with tickets sold by class members.
Chauncey floodwaters have receded after more than 35 homes on W Main and W Mound Streets flooded. Some residents evacuated or moved to upper floors. About a foot of water entered the Chauncey Pilgrim Holiness Church on E Main Street and the Globe Theater on E Mound Street was also flooded.
Work is expected to resume at Mine 25 Monday. Superintendent J. C. Smith said work lists for unit men would be posted in the wash house of the new slope for the day shift night shift and hoot owl shift for the week starting Monday.
Mrs Selah Glass Wade wife of Adrian Wade of Chauncey has returned to her May Avenue home from Osteopathic hospital Marietta after undergoing major surgery and is reported to be recovering satisfactorily.
Chauncey Mrs Russ Childress who has been bedfast for more than four months is recovering. She received many cards and flowers during her long illness.
Chauncey Paul Ley a student at Eastern Kentucky State Teachers College Richmond Kentucky spent from Wednesday until Sunday at the home of his parents Mr and Mrs John J Ley Hayden.
Chauncey WCTU will meet Monday at 7 30 p m at the home of Mrs Zona Sapp Mill Street with Mrs Florence Pendergrass conducting the program.
Miss Frances Howard and her niece Mary Jane Howard from Chauncey spent the last weekend visiting relatives in Cleveland.
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Childress and their son Lou have returned to their home after visiting Toledo Ohio and Trenton Michigan.
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