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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1938

Page

2

Nelsonville 100th Anniversary Praised by John L. Lewis

John L. Lewis of the United Mine Workers of America sends greetings to Nelsonville on its 100th anniversary. In a letter dated April 25 he praises the city’s honest and industrious heritage, its coal mining and industrial contributions, and the community’s role in the labor movement.

Nelsonville Robert Kinney John L. Lewis United Mine Workers of America America Hocking Valley

Buchtel St Patrick’s holds benefit euchre party

The Buchtel St Patrick’s congregation plans a benefit euchre party at the Opera House on Friday night April 29 at 7 30. Committee members include Miss Ann McConnell Mary Margaret Colbert and Mary King.

Buchtel St. Patrick’s Opera House Ann McConnell Mary Margaret Colbert Mary King Blanche Newman Julia Krakau Carbon Hill High School Buchtel School Margaret Duffy William P. King Wellston Hugh King

Nelsonville Social Notes in Brief Local Activities

Faithful Workers class met at Mrs. Nettie Stewart home with hostess Mrs. Adda Niekirk. Bible quiz by Mrs. Bertha Barker and devotional led by Mrs. Willard Bartoe. Guests included Mrs. Adda Smith of Athens. High school faculty picnicked at Birch Hollow Grove. Funeral attendance in Canal Winchester for William Codner. Eastern Star inspection in Malta by Mrs. Wilson and party. Corwin Cookson bridge club with four tables. high scores Dorothy Vorhes and C. H. Ruble. guest prize to Mrs. O P Bingman.

Nelsonville Methodist Sunday School Nettie Stewart Adda Niekirk Willard Bartoe Bertha Barker Thomas Spencer Barker Adda Smith Athens Nora Wein Corwin Cookson Charles Huddy Mary McCune Cleveland Arthur Burgess O. P. Bingman Kenneth Orwiler Harry Kelley Dorothy Vorhes C. H. Ruble

Arbor Day Program at Nelsonville High School Honors Trees

The eighth grade sponsored by Roger Wolfe presented an Arbor Day program at Nelsonville High School. Don Sanders opened with call to colors, with Bernard Carter and Earnest Cottrill as flag bearers. The program featured readings on Henry Van Dyke, poems, short skits, songs, and a history of notable trees.

Nelsonville Nelsonville High School Roger Wolfe Don Sanders Bernard Carter Earnest Cottrill Thelma Awe Ruth Laessle Anna Mae Allen Henry van Dyke Joyce Kilmer Isabellita Pauline Bailey Arthur Gutterman Mary Walker Ohio Lucien Seymour Charter

Season Opener for Nelsonville Twilight League Sets Brooks and Greys

Nelsonville lights up with the Twilight League opening May 2 as Brooks Shoe Factory meets the Nelsonville Greys. The six‑team slate includes Carbondale Hocking Valley Giants Camp Nelson and Dr Walker and the schedule runs through late September with dozens of games and a Centennial Week stretch.

Nelsonville Brooks Shoe Factory Nelsonville Greys Carbondale Hocking Valley Giants Camp Nelson Dr. Walker’s Old Timers Brooks Greys Giants CCC Dr. Walkers Cp. Nelson

Surplus Foods Distribution Set For Buchtel Saturday

Distribution of surplus commodities including apples oranges and beans will be at the mayor's office in Buchtel Saturday starting at 8 a m announced by Mayor Max Krotche. Will give benefit Nelsonville The WBA holds a benefit party tonight at 8 o'clock.

Buchtel Max Krotche Nelsonville WBA

Arizona appoints first Kentucky Colonel Milton honorarily

Jeff D. Milton, a veteran of the Texas Rangers and other law enforcement groups, is named an honorary member of Governor R. C. Stanford's staff in Arizonas first Kentucky Colonel appointment.

Kentucky Tombstone, Ariz Arizona Jeff D. Milton Texas Rangers R. C. Stanford

Coolville FFA funds partially paid out as bank closes

Money advanced for seed potatoes by various people remains held by Mr. Newsom for distribution. The Coolville Bank's 1931 closure limited payouts, with a portion already paid and more to follow to local farmers.

Coolville FFA Newsom Carl Lockhart Welch W. Va Charleston Dorothy Pierce Larson C. L. Stout Belsonville E. M. Daugherty G. R. Gunder Albany Harley Russell Gunder Earl Parkins Huntington Russell Howard Oakes F. C. Taylor Bessie Taylor W. H. McDaniel New Plymouth Russell Cody Phyllis, Glouster Anderson Bentz Alfred Daugherty Davenport Oscar Pierce Helen Johnson C. F. Keller Robert Mable Athens C. E. Keller Emory Keller Columbus Keller Bertha Keller Thomas Copas Londonderry Betty Holland Chillicothe E. B. Dean M. J. Oliver Clyde Hazel Gantz Marietta Dean Frank Taylor Margaret Meldah Washington, W. Va Troy Memorial Association M. E M. F Epworth League

Grateful Nelsonville pool group thanks voters

The Citizens' Committee that backed a Nelsonville swimming pool expresses thanks to residents for emphatic approval in last Tuesday's special election. Chairwoman Mrs Edward Sharp notes the cooperation and favorable response from the community and all committee members join in the appreciation.

Nelsonville Edward Sharp

Parkersburg Family Returns After Winter Visit

The text notes Wayne Conklin visiting Parkersburg on Sunday while Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Polster returned to Rock Street home Monday after spending the winter with their son George in Hamilton.

Wayne Conklin Parkersburg W. G. Polster Rock St George Hamilton

Social Roundup of Local Visits and Illnesses

A local notebook records weekend visits across Athens Meigs and surrounding areas. Families such as Angell Krenth Chappel and Champlin hosted guests from Philadelphia Akron and Glouster. Little Eula Cowan recovers from severe burns and Sammy Bolin has measles.

Richard Angell Small Son Philadelphia E. G. Angell Kenneth Krenth Chester Smith Geraldine Akron Marian Champlin Walter Champlin Phyllis Glouster William Chappel

Visits Mother in Nelsonville

Mrs. Leon Kelor of Corning was Wednesday guest of her mother Mrs. Ada Coakley in Nelsonville.

Nelsonville Leon Kelar Corning Ada Coakley

Band Concert Held By Buchtel PTA With Visiting High School Band

The Buchtel PTA welcomed Carbon Hill High School Band directed by Melvin Harburger of Logan. Miss Mary Baker of Columbus gave a demonstration talk and refreshments were provided by Miss Baker and her assistant through Omar Baking Company. The event included games and previews the May 9 PTA meeting featuring Murray City High School Band.

Buchtel PTA Carbon Hill Melvin Harburger Logan Mary Baker Columbus Murray City High School

Nelsonville Church Hosts Friday Prayer Meeting

The King's Men of the Church of Christ will hold a prayer meeting Friday evening at 7 30 at the home of Mr and Mrs Jet Otis on W Columbus Street.

Nelsonville King’s Men The Church of Christ Jet Otis W. Columbus St

Lose Bad Breath Keep Your Friends

In spite of writings on bad breath thousands lose friends through this fault. Sour stomach and bad breath often stem from constipation. Regularity helps appetite energy and focus. If needed Dr Edwards Olive Tablets gentle laxative aid bile flow without harsh drugs. Sold by all druggists 154 30c 60c.

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