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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1930

Page

3

New Features for Three Injured Spring Carnival

The Nelsonville event announces three major attractions alongside charity shows with booths and entertainments. Plans include an Ohio University exhibit, a wrestling display, a minstrel show, and athletic fund proceeds. Meals and refreshments to 7 pm. shows start at 1 pm with proceeds benefiting school athletic funds.

Secon Ohio Penitentiary von Reedl Loci Andes George Shires Giver George Marshall Melsonville High School

YMCA Notes On Subscriptions And Events In Nelsonville

The Finance Committee urges all YMCA Y subscriptions by May 15 with special arrangements for payments. Pledges were extended due to campaign delays. collections must be 100 percent to finish the year debt-free. Local classes show strong attendance as plans for spring and early summer activities emerge, including athletics, team practices, and a May start for baseball season. In Nelsonville two serious injuries followed a car crash near Mason City, with multiple family members treated at hospital and in home care. A Brides Club gathering hosted by Mrs. Malcolm Raybould awarded prizes and a luncheon. A bridge dinner hosted by Mrs. Frank Jackson honored Mrs. E. S. McCune with prize awards to several guests. Personal mentions note visiting relatives and locals from Plattsburg, Columbus, and Athens planning or reporting weekend activities.

Noesare Bates eMidzets A Evers Desc Clans

Nelsonville Clean-Up Week Begins Monday

Nelsonville observes Clean-Up Week starting Monday and running through Saturday May 3. The Woman's Community Club reports schools will cooperate. Piles of public rubbish at curbs will be collected by city trucks during the week.

Nelsonville Avril Nelusive Woman's Community Club

$25,000 Suit Here Dismissed by Court

The judgment suit of Carrie Te Burson administratrix of Plessie Burson against Oslo Fuel Gas Company was dismissed in Common Pleas Court by Judge L G Worshll due to insolent evidence. Burson sought $25,900 for injuries her daughter sustained when gas fumes ignited after a unit on Race Street ruptured during an inspection aimed at renting property. Her daughter later died from burns and injuries. attorney said the suit would be appealed to the Appellate Court.

Carrie Te. Burson Plessie Burson Oslo Fuel Gas Company Common Pleas L. G. Worshll Mlnintiff

Senior Class Farce Delights Friday Audience

Thea Ar sent Minded Bridegroom stage comedy last night proved highly successful. Cilford Libs ton and Robert Richardson led an outstanding cast with sharp timing and lively performances. Vivian Cork and Gladys AleAfes drew strong laughs, while Jack Powell and Ward W. Haru guided the production with solid direction and musical interludes.

Thea Gladys AleAfes Ag Daphney Clare Frank Betts Daphney Vivian Cork

Pollock to speak in Neesenville on April 2

Pallock state organizer and lecturer for the Junior Order United American Mechanics will address John A. Logan Council in Neesenville Tuesday April 2 at 7 50 p m The local council expects a large attendance and public is invited The Forget Me Set club met sewing and served a two course luncheon with members and guests named with plans for next meeting to be announced

Neesonville Apr T. UK. Pallock United American Mechanics John A. Logan Council M. Church W Poellock Lab Buchieh Fonte Dim Tata Willian Bland Collins Howard Nora Collins Max Franklin Raph Dennis Franl Mok Mary Hayden Fazabeth Hayden Roy Wright Mary Marsaret Toth Buckley Som Dtiheon Ladiona Stra Tale Withans Billy

Local Scout Baseball Game Ends in 19–8 Defeat

Troop 46, Boy Scouts, sent its baseball team to Rachiel Thursday evening to play the Scout team of that village. The Borentel squad won the game 19 to 8.

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Census Shows 20 Percent Drop in Nelsonville Population

Nelsonville records indicate a 20 percent decline in population for the year ending April 1, 1950, in preliminary results received by Mayor Bill Hickman from a county supervisor. Population stands at 5,229 with figures from 1920 and 1950 cited. details reflect early census adjustments. Miss Genevieve Boag hosted eighth graders at Walnut Street, with music, games, contests and a served treat. 18 attendees and two guests were present. Mrs. Allen Riley and Mr. and Mrs. Yarward Green visited Columbus on Saturday.

Nelsonville Nesonville China Bill Hickman J. W. Roburts Canynes Nelsons Itla Fda Genevieve Boag Nptation Walnut Street Eleht Memhore

Deputy Auditor Aids Taxpayers in Nelsonville

Nelsonville and York area residents visit the trustees' office on Mondays Tuesdays and Wednesdays for personal tax return help. Deputy HM Martin assists as part of a three day effort to accommodate taxpayers.

Nelsonville Martin Muddy York Teesday Apal

Murray Scott Dies in Nelsonville Funeral Held

Hugh Scott obituary notes his death in Nelsonville on April 7. Burial at Greenhaven with wife and children listed. family and friends attend service at home. Mentions mourners Gladys Lowers and Mr. Riley visiting from Logan.

Miss Backus Dies in Nelsonville Community Remembered

Velma Longe Backus of Franklin Street dies Friday after long illness. She attended public schools and was active in church work and Sunday School. Survived by parents four sisters and one brother. Funeral arrangements pending with Lloyd Wagna pastor. Burial in Teague cemetery.

Nelsgaville Aviveangn Jetb Gieldek Inne Arco W. Backus Franklin Street Nelaonvtlic Bublle Sethiole Kira Preaiy Wag Ie Simlay Schook Sumlar School Mise Louise Staten Mia Malvern Winans Atlases Berni Ruki Billzebert Waekos Fay Thickws Alma Banillot Ivyran Lloyd Wagna Beehy Trian Rai Teguay Cerwtery

W A Cred Mets Hold Monthly Meeting

Twenty two members attended the weekly meeting at the home of Mrs Carl Linton Macken Street. The agenda included a tanbelt program and a two course luncheon prepared by Mrs Gladys Cook and Myrtle Adchem with Mrs Keine Cook and others assisting.

METS W. A Briday Mra Carl, Linton Macken Street Xessbon Peiaus Westogsen Keine Cook

Kid Day Delights Students at Nelsonville School

April 26 in Nelsonville featured Kid Day with a parade of students in playful costumes. Prizes went to Jean Jewell for cutest girl and Adda for best overall presentation as families gathered for the Senior Class program led by Bernard Yawk. The Athena of the event included Hyndney School plans a Monday evening meeting hosted by Mrs J A Whitmore with Mrs Charles Scott and Mrs Dick Walle assisting.

Nelsonvilln Primeh Tada Vnssias Bernard Yawk Idanen Noerona Eoottatians Ame Migien Holt Jean Jewell Giel Adda Princes Butt Hyndney School J. A. Whitmore Drahkin Tre Mokes Mire Caarles Scott Mra Dick Walle

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