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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1935
Page
2
Athens County schools plan commencement over the next three weeks with about 225 seniors to graduate. Notable speakers include John W. Bricker at Shade High May 3 and Dr. B. O. Skinner at Rome High May 7, among others.
The Rev. Dr. A. Wilcox in an Easter sermon at the Presbyterian Church argued immortality is not invented by Jesus but inherent in the soul, with the resurrection revealing life and immortality already at work like established laws such as electricity, steam, and gravitation.
United States Forest Service official Scott Leavitt will host a biweekly radio series on forestry topics over station WISN Milwaukee at 1120 kilocycles. The next broadcast is set for 6 p m on April 23 and will present a new forestry phase for both professionals and laymen, per an Athens Forest Service bulletin.
Vermillion South Dakota Special to The Athens Messenger reports President Herman G. James of the University of South Dakota, who will become president of Ohio University, has long promoted state-supported education. His work includes expanding graduate programs, establishing the Graduate School, and carrying the university to the people while maintaining higher standards amid financial limits.
A. J. Tyron of Athens recalls a winter at Cornada Beach Florida with son Harvey. He says the island yielded two to three pounders in an hour and many fish such as pigfish and trout while crowds from many states flocked there. He plans to go again if able.
A Rufus Putnam Training School kindergarten class aims to boost a tomato crop by growing plants in a greenhouse. Children have planted nasturtiums, pansies, zinnias, and sweet potato vines in hanging baskets and plan to transplant crops to the Ohio University agriculture grounds with appointed committees to tend lettuce radishes and other vegetables.
Miss Hettie Brooks aged 68 died at 6 o clock Monday morning at the home of her brother Howe Brooks four miles east of Albany after a prolonged illness. She was a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Elsa Brooks and had lived in the vicinity all her life. She leaves her brother and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Pleasant Walter Church with burial in the Haining Cemetery.
The biographies of eight Ohio University faculty members are included in Who's Who Among North American Authors, a reference book of more than 12,000 authors. The sixth edition, covering 1934–35, first appeared in 1921. The faculty named are A. A. Atkinson, Edwin Watts Chubb, John A. Hess, T. C. McCracken, J. R. Morton, Irma E. Voigt, A. T. Wolwiler, and Hiram Roy Wilson.
The will of the late W H McKee of Athens was admitted to probate by Judge 5 M J. The action confirms the will as the final testament of the deceased and initiates the formal probate process under applicable law.
Grover W. Fleming publisher of the Ohio Examiner remains jailed in Athens County on a charge of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. He was arraigned Monday and bound over on a $300 bond after pleading not guilty, with a $2,550 bond previously posted for a common pleas appearance. The county grand jury opened sessions to review the case as officials note the Ohio Examiner issued its first issue since April 9. Sheriff Stratton says Piqua officers prepared to arrest Fleming upon release. Fleming expects to post the probate court bond late Monday, anticipating a lower amount in Piqua. Grand jury members were shuffled with three excused. deliberations continue into Tuesday afternoon, covering about forty cases.
State records show 131 Athens County workmen filed claims with the Ohio Industrial Commission in March. Three fatalities occurred, 42 cases involved more than seven days lost, 19 seven days or less, and 66 were medical with no time loss. Total time lost reached 21,058 days. nationwide, 12,601 claims filed, 77 fatalities, down from February.
Rev. R. J. Downs urged a spiritual acquaintance with Christ rather than historical knowledge. He preached at First Christian Church on Easter Sunday, stressing the living conquering Christ and the power of resurrection for character and immortality.
John Albert Humphrey, 67, died Saturday afternoon at his Coolville residence. Born in Coolville, he was the only son of Matthew and Amanda Humphrey. Survived by his wife Amy Davis Humphrey and sister Mrs. Everett Wigal of New Marshfield. He belonged to the local Odd Fellows Lodge. Funeral 10:30 a m Tuesday at Coolville M E Church with Rev. E F White. Burial in Coolville Cemetery.
A series of evangelistic services begins Monday night at Clark's Chapel Methodist Episcopal Church led by Rev. Ward Radford. The meetings run nightly through the week except Saturday with services at a set start time each evening.
Mr and Mrs John Hanley announce the birth of a daughter on Friday April 19 at Mt Carmel Hospital Columbus. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Sam Hanley of Columbus and Rev and Mrs Geddes formerly of Logan.
The regular W. R. C. gathering will convene Monday at 7 30 PM in the I O O F Hall. Members are to discuss important business and actions.
The Methodist Church group will meet at Mrs H A Rothrock's home Tuesday night with Mrs James Beard and Mrs Clarence Butts assisting. Members are asked to bring Lentea offerings.
Nelsonville plans to survey and stake abandoned Hocking Canal land within city limits after May 1 for leasing or sale under a state city contract. About 60 to 70 feet of roadway and parkway strips will be reserved, with a 70 foot West to Hocking street section and a 60 foot Hocking to Monroe section.
The St Patrick Church ladies of Buchtel sponsor a euchre party at the parish hall Tuesday night starting at 7 30. Proceeds support church activities with proceeds directed to parish needs.
A newspaper ad promotes Fasteeth a fine powder that stabilizes dentures with no taste or pasty feel. It claims to keep teeth firm and comfortable, freshens breath, and is available from druggists in three sizes.
Nelsonville churches reported large Easter attendance across multiple services. The Church of Christ held a 5:30 sunrise service with five total services, while the Presbyterian and Methodist congregations featured choirs, cantatas, baptisms, and Easter drama. Special baskets, flowers, and baby christenings highlighted the day amid extensive musical offerings. Mrs. Bert Young was hospitalized for surgery.
Nellsonville gathering honors Ruth Bateman’s daughter with noon birthday cake at the refreshment table. Guests include Coakley, Louise Eyre, Shafer, Bateman, Nellie Hawk, Pauline, Imogene Sayers, Janet and Jimm, who receive gifts and thanks for attending.
Nelsonville set for spring conference of the Auxiliary with members urged to send reservations to Betts by week’s end. Meeting details and location are noted in the notice.
An old advertisement promotes Olive Tablets as a remedy for pale skin dull eyes headaches and listlessness. It claims the tablets cleanse the bowels remove toxic matter and improve vitality, touting their use by women over decades with “pleasing results.”
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