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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1927

Page

2

Pomeroy Plans Dedication Part For Memorial Parade

About forty persons from fraternal church and civic groups met at the K of P hall to plan Pomeroy participation in the Meigs County Memorial dedicatory ceremony at Pythian Park Middleport on Decoration Day. Mayor Hess chairs the local committee with Oliver Hartley secretary and a publicity unit named. float coordinators Langlotz and Tracy named.

Pomeroy K.of P. Hall Meigs County Pythiam Park Middleport Ford G. Hunker Pomeroy Operatic Nemeéfs C. J. Hess Oliver Hartley Wayne Lutz Harry P. Smith Cady Whaley Fred Langlotz A. 0. Tracy H. J. Blackmore Hart Evred Davidson Langlotz Tracy

Hennessy Dies at Home in Pomeroy Monday Noon

Edward Mannessy 75 longtime Pomeroy resident died near noon Monday at his home on Butternut avenue after a long illness. He ran coal mines, was senior partner of Hennessy and Durst, and served on Sacred Wreck church and village council. Survived by grown children D. W., Tom, and Mrs Charles Graber.

Pomeroy Edward Mannessy Butternut Avenue Hennessy Hennessy and Durst Sacred Wreck Church D. W Tom Hobson Charles Graber

Sheriff Finds Assortment of Auto Accessories

POMEROY April 19 In making an arrest on a liquor charge Willock, in a search of the offender's car, found an assortment of motormeters and radiator caps. General complaints had been made of stolen motormeters, and the sheriff thinks that some of those affected may recover their property from the find.

Pomeroy Willock Qperiff

For His Brother Dog Caught in Game Burrow Released

Lon Gibbs of Racine near Dorcas reports one collie freed another after the second dog became snagged in a game burrow Sunday afternoon. The rescuer dog went for help, and the owner credits that smart canine with saving the trapped dog.

Racine Lon Gibbs Here Dorcas

Last School Week Events Listed in Middleport

Middleport authorities announce the final six weeks of the school year events. Sophomore freshman reception Friday April 27 the high school play Her Song May 11 junior senior banquet May 20 baccalaureate sermon May 22 commencement exercises May 27.

Middleport

Still in coma after Saturday accident injures William

Report from the Saturday night crash states William remains in a coma as doctors provide care. The incident occurred during the run of an automobile event, with injuries recorded but details limited.

Fatal injuries feared after last night’s incident

A man sustained severe injuries last evening and his condition remains critical. Authorities fear the injuries may prove fatal as the investigation continues.

Woman Sues Administrator Over Salary For Housework

Elma Steward sues C. F. Hill as administrator of Josiah W. Steward for 247 weeks of unpaid general housework from April 15 1921 to January 15 1926 claiming 2470 dollars. Heirs demanded endorsement of the claim but the administrator refused on demand.

Pomeroy Elma Steward C. F. Hill Josiah W. Steward Steward

Tries His Hand Former Dutchtown Teacher Leaves Blackboard Mark

Minersville April 19. W P Jones, once a Dutchtown teacher and brother of the late J P Jones, visited the old school and wrote his name on the blackboard in bold strokes. His return was to attend his brother's widow's funeral. he now resides in Canton Ohio with two brothers in Arkansas and New Mexico.

Minersville W. P Jones Dutchtown Jones J. P. Jones Canton Ohio Arkansas New Mexico

Rest Break in County Clerk's Office Begins

TAKING A REST POMEROY, April 19.-Beginning today, Mrs. T. W. Bengel will give up her duties as deputy in the county clerk's office for a month to take a rest. Miss Henrietta Ahlburf, Gallia, who is to become deputy in the clerk's office in Gallia county with the induction of the clerk elect will help with the duties of the local office.

Pomeroy T. W. Bengel Henrietta Ahlburf Gallia Gallia County

Craig Fined for Liquor Sale in Pomeroy

Sheriff Willock jailed Raymond Craig of Middleport Sunday night after he was found guilty of selling intoxicating liquors before Judge Cora Roberts Monday. He was fined 300 dollars and costs and ordered to the Dayton workhouse until the fine and costs are paid.

Pomeroy Willock Raymond Craig Middleport Cora Roberts

Secret Easter Wedding Revealed in Pomeroy

An Easter visit to relatives in Pomeroy disclosed a secret wedding from three months prior. Miss Helen McNaughton, daughter of Charles McNaughton, wed Clarence Long. Both are teachers in the West Carrollton Ohio public schools.

Pomeroy Helen McNaughton Charles McNaughton Clarence Long West Carrollton Ohio

Mrs Tessa Ward Seeks Temporary Alimony in Pomeroy Suit

In Pomeroy on April 19 Mrs Tessa Ward filed suit in common pleas court seeking temporary alimony for maintenance and expenses while awaiting a divorce hearing, claiming she has no means to support herself.

Tessa Ward Common Pleas Court

Marriage Licenses Report From Rutland and Nearby Towns

Marriage licenses issued include Roe Rumfield aged 42 of Cheshire R D and Gladys Sears aged 25 of Rutland. Other couples listed: Charles Haley 21 and Pauline Buck 16 both from Rutland Pomeroy area. Harvey L. Reeves 22 Rutland with Nina Braley 18 Rutland. James E. Snyder 38 Middleport with Ive Wise 26 Pomeroy R D. Jeweill Curtis 22 Pomeroy R D and Nona Weyersmilier 25 Pomeroy R D. Jasper Durst 40 Middleport and Dollie Taylor 31 Middleport.

Roe Rumfield Cheshire R. D Gladys Sears Rutland Charles Haley Pauline Buck Pomeroy Harvey L. Reeves Nina Braley James E. Snyder Middleport Ive Wise R. D R D Jasper Durst Doliie Taylor

Rupture Shield Expert Meinhardi Visits West Virginia

E J Meinhardi of Chicago, a rupture shield expert, will visit Chancellor Motel Porhorebere W Va on April 22 and 24 from 4 PM to 5 PM daily. He promotes The Vacuum Shield claiming instant relief and no under straps while warning against old style trusses and imposters offering mail fittings.

E. J. Meinhardi Chicago Chancellor Motel Porhorebere W. Va Ee Meinhardt Ottice Crawford Ave Os Rae

Corning Card Party and Dance in Hermey Hall Tonight

St Bernard's seniors plan a euchre party dance and lunch at Hermey hall this evening continuing through the week. Personal notes report visits and trips by local residents to Columbus Nelsonville Columbus and Dallas plus Easter greetings among families and friends.

Corning St. Bernard's School Hermey Hall

Funeral held for Hugh Quigley in Corning

Hugh Quigley aged 41 died at his Rendville home on Thursday. His funeral took place Monday at the Catholic church with Rev. Father Robins officiating. Burial was in New Lexington. Out of town mourners included Catherine Millard of Columbus, Mrs. Mary Krumland of Somerset, and Mrs. Sarah Harris of Cleveland, all sisters.

It Pays To Advertise Play Scheduled at Local High School

The high school auditorium hosts the play It Pays To Advertise on Wednesday night. Students and staff prepare a lively performance drawing on the era’s stage traditions.

Corning

Pupils at St Bernard’s School Enjoy Easter Monday Holiday

Corning reports St Bernard’s school pupils enjoyed a holiday Easter Monday with no classes and a local break noted by teachers and families.

Returning from hospital after injury in Columbus

Mrs. Robert Stalling returned home Saturday from Grant hospital in Columbus in the C. L. Green ambulance. She had suffered a broken limb and is improving.

Hospital Corning Robert Stalling Grant Hospital Columbus C. L. Green Stalling

Professor Browne entertained in Corning during visit

Professor J Franklin Browne former professor of astronomy and philosophy at Salem College West Virginia was hosted at the home of Dr and Mrs W H Caine in Corning. He recently led the A C church Millertown and plans to return soon to Salem.

Nurses Mary McKenna and Lucy Lamety Visit Over Easter

Miss Mary McKenna and Miss Lucy Lamety, student nurses at Mount Carmel hospital in Columbus, spent Easter in Corning visiting their parents.

Nuns Visit Parents in Corning at Easter

Sister Mary Bede from Bradford Pennsylvania Sister Martina from Betsy Farm Kentucky and Sister Elizabeth Patrick from Louisville Kentucky spent Easter at the home of their parents Mr and Patrick Stinson in Congo.

Corning Mary Bede Bradford Martina Betsy Farm Elizabeth Patrick Louisville Patrick Stinson Congo

Plan European Tour for Dr and Mrs James Miller

Corning April reports Dr and Mrs James Miller intend a European tour in May. They plan details for travel and engagements during the trip.

Corning James Miller Europe

Protracted meeting in Millertown continues at A C church

Protracted meetings at the A C church in Millertown began April 15 and are in charge of Elder E C Mannville. The meetings will continue with planned services and talks.

Corning A.C. Church Millertown E. C. Mannville

Canaan P T A Plans Special Meeting for Community Day

Canaan township P T A will hold a special business meeting at the high school Thursday at 7 30 PM to plan a community day with teachers for the last day of school. The session focuses on business with programs carried over to Community Day.

Canaan Township

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