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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1930

Page

3

Records Quietly Moved to New Building

Columbus reports that about 100 guards carried out the transfer of 500000 records from the State Bureau of Criminal Identification to the building used by the State Bureau of Motor Vehicles across Spring Street from the penitentiary Guards feared inmates could riot and destroy the files used nationwide for criminal identification.

Columbus UPR State Bureau of Criminal Identification State Bureau of Motor Vehicles Spring Street

13 year old Frank Goldsborough sets out for coast to coast flight

In St Louis Frank Goldsborough age 13 prepped for another attempt at a junior coast to coast record. He arrived with his biplane The American Key after a short hop from Columbus Ohio and was due to take off again despite hazardous air lanes between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. His father Bryce Goldsborough is listed as lost at sea with Mrs Frances Grayson on a prior attempted trans Atlantic flight.

ST. Louis Pacific Frank Goldsborough Herd Goldsborough Bryce Goldsborough Mra Frances Grayson Columbus

Disease Under New Control Aims to Reduce Child Deaths

Dr J M Higgins Athens County Health Commissioner notes a 90 percent drop in deaths from scarlet fever typhoid fever and diphtheria in the last generation. He cites immunization quarantine water and milk supply improvements as key factors and urges continued vaccination and preventative care for children.

J. M. Higgins Athens County Higgins

Two Men Held on Murder Charge in Connecticut Slayings

Two men from Connecticut I G Seeley and John Wike were grilled by Muskogee county officials after murder charges were filed. They were held under guard in a hotel suite adjoining rooms where brothers George Smith from West Cornwall Connecticut and David Smith from Sharon Connecticut were slain Saturday night.

Muskogee Okla I. G. Seeley John Wike Connecticut George Smith Weat Cornall Conn David Smith Shareon

Mrs. Jane Elizabeth Johnson dies in Nelsonville

Mrs. Jane Elizabeth Johnson age 78 dies at the Edwards Street home after a lingering illness. She is survived by her husband B. F. Johnson six daughters one son four sisters and four brothers. Funeral services are scheduled Wednesday at 2 PM at the Christian Church with Rev. Lloyd Evans officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery.

Nelsonville Jane Elizabeth Johnson Edwards Street B. F. Johnson The Christian Church Lloyd Evans Presbyterian Church Greenlawn

Logan Auxiliary Hosts Glenford Dugan Post Women Club

The Woman's Auxiliary to Glen ford Dugan Post American Legion were entertained by the Logan Auxiliary at their Logan home Monday evening. Mrs. Harry Thomas of Logan led the Ohio District program. Attending from the local area were numerous members and several guests including Mrs. Edith Stiers and Mrs. P. B. Verity among others.

Woman's Glenford Dugan Post American Legion Logan Harry Thomas Ohio Edith Stiers P. B. Verity G. R. Robinson R. H. Jackson Frank Jackson Leonard Cooley Miller Wilson John Fisk Emma _ Wilson

W. W. Club Entertained by Mrs Worthington at Buchtel

Mrs. George Worthington hosted the W. W. Club at her Buchtel home on Thursday evening. Attendees included Mrs. Mary Andrews, Mrs. Lancaster Brown, Mrs. Ruby Garlinger, Mrs. Albert Soles, and several Worthington relatives. Prizes went to Mrs. Andrews and Mrs. Garlinger. refreshments were served by Dessie Smathers and Kathleen Tolliver. The evening’s theme was Easter, with two plates sent to absent members due to illness.

Norma Worthington George Worthington Mary Andrews Ruby Garlinger W. W

Longstreth Socialist Local Formed

Murray City April 29 a Socialist Local was organized at Longstreth Ohio with nine members meeting April 23. Charter members include Dave Johnson Edd Harris George Galentin Pearl Galentin Harry Galentin Arthur Dodds Charles Pruden Alva Carey and Amos Christian. George Galentin elected secretary treasurer with a new president at each meeting. Dave Johnson served as first president and is a Ward Township School Board member. New locals form nationwide.

Murray City Longstreth Ohio Dave Johnson Edd Harris George Galentin Pearl Galentin Harry Galentin Arthur Dodds Charles Pruden Alva Carey Amos Christian Ward Township Socialist Party

Meeting Date Changed for Methodist Guid at Mrs Coakley Home

Due to the high school carnival the Methodist Guid will meet Thursday evening at Mrs Florence Coakley home Oak Street. Hostesses are Mrs Gladys Bayless and Mrs Ina Hall. The lesson study centers on Acts chapters 10 through 13.

Florence Coakley Oak Street Gladys Bayless Ina Hall

Nelsonville Alumni Plan June Banquet Meeting

Nelsonville High School Alumni Association officers met to discuss the annual meeting and banquet planned for early June. C. E. Washburn presides with Mac Bartlett F. R. Jackson Adeline Ray Freda Smith and Verna Hand as officers and coordinators.

Nelsonville Nelsonville High School Alumni Association Association C. E. Washburn Mac Bartlett F. R. Jackson Adeline Ray Freda Smith

Benefit for Legion in Nelsonville on Wednesday

The Nelsonville American Legion Auxiliary will host a benefit bridge and party at Legion Headquarters at 7 30 p m on Wednesday night. The event supports the Legion and community activities.

Legion Nelsonville Nelsonville American Legion Auxiliary

Rebels Move Columbus Leaders in Passive Resistance

Thirty eight of the alleged leaders in the passive resistance campaign at the penitentiary were moved to the London Prison Farm today. The transfers bring total inmates relocated since the fire to 223. Among the group were Charles General Chuck Quinlan and Murray Wolfe of Cuyahoga County.

Columbus U.R London Prison Farm Charles Chuck” Quinlan Murray Wolfe Cuyahoga County

Oberlin Plans $6.5 Million Building Drive

Oberlin College will launch a fundraising drive soon to finance a giant building program. The project aims for a development costing more than $6,475,000, announced by President Ernest H. Wilkins.

Oberlin O.R Oberlin College Ernest H. Wilkins

Roach Funeral Services Set for Athens Realtor

Funeral services for Harry M. Roach 69 Athens realtor who died after a long illness will be held at his home 22 North College Street at 6 oclock Thursday afternoon with Dr A Y Wilcox pastor of the Athens Presbyterian Church officiating Burial in Union Street Cemetery will be private

Harry M. Roach Athens North College Street A. Y. Wilcox Athens Presbyterian Church Union Street

Call back witness in Davidson trial contempt hearing

April 29 report states government witness William Brown was summoned before Judge George P. Han to show cause why he should not be cited for contempt of court for allegedly tampering with a juror in the federal trial of Handsome Larry Davidson, a Lake Erie rum runner figure.

Toledo Larry” Davidson Lake Erie William Brown George P. Han

Inverness Club to host 1931 U S Open golf championship

Toledo Ohio April 29 The United States Open Golf Championship for 1931 has been awarded by the U S G A Executive Committee to the Inverness Club of Toledo Ohio Announcement says dates will be decided later The move places the event at Inverness for that year and confirms Toledo as the chosen host city.

New York Inverness Club Toledo Ohio

Oil Spouts From Well After Shot at Lick Run

O Mara oil well on the Lick Run lease near Nelsonville flowed about 30 barrels Sunday night after a shot Sunday afternoon. Oil men expect production of 100 to 156 barrels. A shower of oil rose in a column to the derrick top and several pictures of the development were taken.

Nelsonville O'Mara Lick Run

Bed clothing and apparel needed in Nelsonville

The Nelsonville Red Cross chapter reports a local need for bed clothing and apparel. Worn blankets sheets bedding and various clothing are in short supply. Citizens with materials should call the mayor's office at 77 to arrange pickup.

Nelsonville American Red Cross

Child Burned To Death In Buffalo Fire

A.R Winnifred Hess aged two died when a house belonging to Mr and Mrs W Hess burned at Buffalo ten miles southeast of Youngstown. The child slept in bed as the blaze started while parents were away. Neighbors and North Lima Fire Department responded to the emergency.

Youngstown A.R Winnifred Hess W. Hess Buffalo Here Hess

Funeral Held for George Steenrod in Nelsonville

Funeral services for 53 year old George Steenrod who died Friday at St Francis Hospital Columbus were held Monday at 12 45 PM at his mother Mrs G L Steenrod 187 Madison Street The Rev Lloyd Evans pastor of the Presbyterian Church conducted the service Burial was at Greenlawn Cemetery

Nelsonville George Steenrod St. Francis Hospital Columbus G. L. Steenrod Madison Street Lloyd Evans Presbyterian Church Greenlawn

Teal Pleads Guilty to Intoxication in Nelsonville Court

Brad Teal of near Haydenville pleaded guilty to intoxication at a Nelsonville mayoral court arraignment. He was fined five dollars plus costs to be paid as ordered.

Nelsonville Brad Teal Haydenville Bill Hickman

W. B. A. Club to Meet at Hall Wednesday Evening

The W. B. A. Club will hold a meeting at their hall on Wednesday evening. Officers and guards are asked to wear white dresses.

W. B. A. Club

Mrs. Lewis McBride Honored at G E G Club Shower

Mrs. Lewis McBride, a recent bride, was guest of honor at a miscelle neous shower hosted Monday evening by the G. E. G. Club at Mr. and Mrs. John Wright home on Adams Street. Club members present included Mrs. Wilbur Hutchins, Mrs. Walter Linscott, Mia Dean Coakley, Mrs. Maynard Henshaw, Miss Lillian Kellyer, Miss Mildred Bryan, Miss Louise Ray, Miss Amelia Shafer, Miss Edith Dilcher, Miss Elsie Coakley, and Miss Pauline Morrison. The evening featured music and contests, a two course luncheon, and Mrs. McBride receiving many gifts.

Lewis McBride Garnet Wright G. E. G. Club John Wright Adams Street Wilbur Hutchins Walter Linscott Mia Dean Coakley Maynard Henshaw Lillian Kellyer Mildred Bryan Louise Ray Amelia Shafer Edith Dilcher Elsie Coakley Pauline Morrison McBride

Local social rounds feature Ohio visits and family trips

Mrs Agnes June of Columbus visited her mother Mrs James Cavanaugh at week’s end. Charles Bayless visits his parents Mr and Mrs James Bayless in Willard for several days. Several Wilson relatives visit Langsville. Clara Cox and others visit in Columbus Tuesday. Tom Schenz and Mrs Berry Pritchard travel routes end of week. George Ridenour stops in Columbus on business Tuesday.

Agnes June Columbus James Cavanaugh Charles Bayless James Bayless Willard Ohio Clara Cox Cage Foughty Vivian Dowler Tom Schenz Wellston Henry Schenz Berry Pritchard George Ridenour

Drownings After Padma River Tornado Capsizes Condor

Calcutta April 29 Two hundred aboard the Condor steamer were drowned when a tornado struck broadside on the Padma River near Nagabari. Only 18 survivors were saved as the flat bottom vessel toppled and passengers and crew were thrown into raging waters. Mails and cargo were also lost.

Padma River India Calcutta U.P Padma Ganges Nagabari

Seniors in Glouster Play The Eighteen Carat Boob

Fourteen seniors perform in the senior class play The Eighteen Carat Boob at Glouster Opera House on May 7. cast includes Daisy Bell sponsor Maxine Vaughan Alice Bisnette Ernestine Shirkey Cora Bisnette Anna Marie Wolf and others under director Jennie Maxwell with stage manager John Gatchel.

Glouster Glouster Opera House O. C. Apt Daisy Bell Bud Maxine Vaughan Alice Bisnette Ernestine Shirkey Cora Bisnette Anna Marie Wolf Charles Paul Welch Billy Kerns Ralph Stedman Kitty Darling Alice Delores Clemons Bella Sparks Frances Gengerelli Harry Carter Maine Tex Myers Lynne Bisnette Belford Hemsley Raymond Barkville Matt Kutta Anna Bernadine Jones Jack Merry Ernest Cartwright Jennie Maxwell John Gatchel

Moose Lodge Plans Officer Installations in Glouster

Plan installation at Glouster Lodge No 1197 Loyal Order of Moose during a regular meeting on Wednesday night April 29 officers to be installed include Dictator Ed Davis Vice-Dictator Carl Orndorf Prelate H R Stahl Treasurer William Winefordner Past Dictator Emmett Earich will act as installing officer.

Glouster Glouster Lodge Order of Moose Emmett Earich Ed Davis Carl Orndorf H. R. Stahl William Winefordner

Banquet Follows Trustee Installation Ceremony

Trustee George W. Cavey will be installed with representative M. L. Matthews acting as alternate Errett Eddy. Following the installation a banquet will be served.

George W. Cavey M. L. Matthews Errett Eddy

Bishopville Lodge to undergo annual inspection

GLOUSTER April 29 The annual inspection of Bishopville Lodge No 470 F and A M will be made on Thursday night May 7 by District Lecturer Ford of Beverly. The Bishopville lodge is the oldest Masonic fraternity in this section and the annual inspection is always largely attended.

Glouster Bishopville Lodge Ford Beverly

Guess and Wallett Wed in Glouster Saturday

John Guess of Sand Run and Miss Pau line Wallett of Glouster Route 1 were married in Glouster Saturday afternoon by Justice I. L. Jones. The ceremony was witnessed by the bride's father Pearl Wallett and a sister.

Glouster John Guess Sand Run Pauline Wallett This City Justice I. L. Jones Pearl Wallett

Infant Audrey Mae Jones dies after illnesses

Audrey Mae Jones infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Isaac Jones Jr died Sunday evening at 6 20 following whooping cough and pneumonia. Funeral services will be held at the home Wednesday afternoon at 2 oclock in charge of Rev F E Roberts. Burial will be in Maplewood Cemetery.

Glouster Audrey Mae Isaac Jones, Jr F. E. Roberts Maplewood

Rome Beauties to Bear a Full Crop

J W Stoecklein reports Rome Beauty apples in two orchards will bear a full crop this season despite cold spells that ruined other varieties. He estimates 12 000 to 18 000 bushels of Rome Beauty apples with peaches entirely killed and some cherries expected. He operates large Morgan County and local orchards.

Glouster J. W. Stoecklein Rome Stoecklein Morgan County

Bertha Peyton Recovering After Major Surgery

Bertha Peyton daughter of Mr and Mrs Link Peyton of this city is recovering well after a major operation at a Colum bus hospital. Doctors expect her to be able to return home by the latter part of next week.

Glouster Bertha Peyton Link Peyton Columbus

Lekberg Performs Masterful Piano Program at Memorial Auditorium

Prof. Sven Lekberg of Ohio University presented an annual piano program at Memorial Auditorium. He explained each piece with composer history and reasons for selection, opening with Bach fugues and Franck preludes. Lighter works followed by Chausson Couperin and Ravel pieces pleased the audience, with two encores honoring his mother.

Sven Lekberg Ohio University School of Music Memorial Auditorium Bach Franck Lekberg Ernest Chausson Francois Couperin Maurice Ravel John Ireland Athens

Irene Refuses to Aid Couple on Death Row

Irene Schroeder known as the gun girl refused to sign an affidavit confessing a West Virginia gas station holdup. Her attorney said Keifer visited her cell with an offer that signing would lead to pardons for the man and woman already imprisoned. She and Glenn Dague may have led the robbery but she would not sign.

New Castle U.P Irene Schroeder Brady Paul West Virginia Thomas W. Dickey Edward ©. Keifer New Martinsville W. Va Irene Glenn Dague Keifer Dague

Reed to Speak at Athens Presbyterian Church

The third in a series of communion addresses at Athens Presbyterian Church will be delivered at 7 30 p m Wednesday by Rev Robert R Reed pastor of Indianola Presbyterian Church Columbus A reception with refreshments will follow the service The hour of fellowship is organized by a committee including Prof and Mrs W O Mauck Mr and Mrs C J Cottingham and others Miss Joy Cutler from Ohio University School of Music will be the soloist.

Athens Presbyterian Church Robert R. Reed Indianola Presbyterian Church Columbus W. O. Mauck C. J. Cottingham Elizabeth Woodworth W. E. Moler Jr Griffith L. Evans Joseph N. Basom Byron D. Blair Elson W. Bowles Levitt Gard Christine Porter Joy Cutler School of Music Ohio University

Mu-col, a doctor trusted feminine hygiene product

Doctors endorse Mu-col as a safe, germ stopping feminine hygiene aid used for 28 years in hospitals and offices. It claims tenfold strength without lining injury, prevents trouble and pain, eases periods, stops odors, and offers easy douche directions. Available from druggists with packaging guidance.

Treasury Wages War on Bootleggers Before Change

Treasury officials report March arrests totaling 4 380 with 1 947 stills seized as the drive against bootleggers continues ahead of a proposed transfer of prohibition control to the Justice Department. President Hoover urges Congress to pass enforcement measures including the shift while court congestion relief and prison expansion are debated.

Washington Treasury Department Justice Department Prohibition Doran Hoover Congress Treasury Border Patrol

Eaton and Mather stake in Youngstown Sheet & Tube merger

In Cleveland, Cyrus Eaton prepares to buy large stock blocks in Youngstown Sheet & Tube just before the Sheet & Tube Bethlehem Steel merger vote. Depositions show Pickands-Mather & Co purchased about 60,000 shares for over 9 million dollars to vote for the merger.

Youngstown U.R Cyrus Eaton Cleveland Youngstown Sheet & Tube Company Sheet & Tube-Bethlehem Steel Corporation Pickands-Mather & Co

Soviet Sends Note to Poland Over Infernal Machine

The Soviet government notified Poland about the discovery of an infernal machine at the Soviet legation in Warsaw. The note was conveyed yesterday and announced in Moscow on April 29.

Moscow U.P Poland Warsaw

Anderson's Trial Set After Mash Discovery near Redtown

Edward Anderson, arraigned Monday before Magistrate Carl H. Porter on a charge of possessing equipment for liquor production, pleaded not guilty. His trial was set for 9 am Thursday. he was arrested Saturday after a barrel of mash was found in a shed on his home property. Anderson, who accompanied the search, claimed the mash was not his. In default of bond he remained in Athens County Jail.

Edward Anderson Redtown Carl H. Porter Porter Anderson Joe Jonas Jonas Athens County

New Clue Emerges in Laguna Beach Double Murder Case

A heel print found on a bloodstained door near the Palmer and Bates deaths shifts investigators toward a different suspect. Sheriff Jernigan will pursue the new lead as officials reexamine the killings in the artiste colony.

Laguna Beach Calif U.P Mes Doris Murray Palmer Wan Post

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