Exorbitant Rentals Reported Rare in Gallipolis
Gallipolis civic leaders report few cases of exorbitant rentals in the city though some newcomers bid against each other for desirable properties. The Chamber of Commerce has warned against such practices and protests wage in the face of limited, poorly located listings. Prospective renters offer high rates to secure sought after housing, risking loss of presence and trade for the town.
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Gallipolis
Chamber of Commerce
J. Paul Mossman
Four Decades Old Mules Retired Near Gallipolis
Oldest mule team in Gallia County owned by Mrs. Elza Rupe of Morgan Township retires. The two gray mules are 38 and 39 years old and served for decades transporting merchandise and produce between Gallipolis and the late husband’s store at Eno.
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Gallipolis
Elza Rupe
Morgan Township
Eno
Bond Campaigners Will Meet Tonight
Delegates to canvass Gallipolis city and county on May 19 for pledges to buy war bonds and monthly stamps will meet at the Elks Club at 8 o clock for final instructions from county chairman H. W. Wetherholt. The May quota is set at 27000 dollars.
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Gallipolis
Elks’ Club
H. W. Wetherholt
Vinton Commencement Activities Start Friday
Vinton Rural High School schedules Baccalaureate on May 10 and a grades musical festival on May 1. The senior class play Aunt Cindy Cleans Up will be May 12 with class day May 13 and commencement May 14. The musical festival is Friday at eight with Tyton Hensler violin solo and student musical numbers.
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Jean Pierce
Laura Lowe
Doris Jeffers
Lena Lou Woodruff
Gallia Men Buy 12 Head of Stock
Gallia residents Eric Denney of Eno and Harold Coulter of Vinton with partners purchased 11 Hereford heifers and a bull from Whitehall Farms Yellow Springs. Denney farms 70 registered Hereford cattle and is praised for quality. Also notes Benjamin Franklin attended school two years between ages 8 and 10.
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Gallia
Gallipolis
Eric Denney
Eno
Harold Coulter
Vinton
Whitehall Farms
Yellow Springs
Denny
Benjamin Franklin
Sugar quota registrations organize 100 local retailers
About 100 retailers wholesalers processors and church leaders gathered at Gallipolis high school to register for two month sugar quotas. Teachers in elementary schools will registrar private consumers. registration begins Monday with four days of visits to schools. Officials promise no sugar shortage as coupons are nontransferable and will be issued with careful controls.
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Gallipolis
Joan C. Butz
Gua
Higgins
Rutz
Aupolien
Booss Winst
Butz
Gallia Health Groups Plan Annual Meet
A joint Gallia County health commission and advisory council meeting is set for Saturday at the courthouse. County Nurse Naomi Evans will report the county is free of contagious diseases and that diphtheria smallpox and tuberculin testing among school children is completed.
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Gallipolis
County Health Commission
Advisory Council
F. W. Shane
County Health Board
Anha S. Evans
Vinton
Everett Massie
Oak Hill
J. E. Berry
Addison Township
Ray Thomas
Ray Thomas Centerville
J. R. Burcham
E. J. Starkey
Crown City
Thomas Hillman
John Jones
Patriot
G. B. Casto
David A. Harris
Ernest Blazer
Lewis White
Rio Grande
Laurence Lawless
C. A. Jogue
Bidwell
D. B. Swisher
M. K. Swisher
Cheshire
W. T. Swain
S. E. Hempnill
Bladen
W. H. Belcher
Luther Shoemaker
H. M
Notter
Northup
Evan Clarkson
Gallia
Naomi Evans
Washington School teachers host buffet amid river view
Gallipolis social notes recount a buffet dinner for Washington School teachers at Clark Gillingham’s home with views of the Ohio River. Guests viewed Java and Sumatra treasures collected by the Berridges, including Superintendent E. E. Higgins and numerous teachers and community members.
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Gallipolis
Washington School
Clark Gillingham
John Berridge
Lower River Road
Ohio River
E. E. Higgins
Ben R. Evans
Aldeth Robinson
Christena Fife
Osa Baird
Clara Mae Davis
Dorothy Roadarmour
Katherine Wolfe
Mildred Wise
Elizabeth Carnes
Maye Davis
Elaine Fulton
Anna Wiseman
Mildred Gilman
Garnet Stringfellow
Lola Mae Rupe
Ruth Martin
May Kelley
Marie Meal
Margareet Noel
Elva Wnlbert
Richard Downs
Marshall Boggs
Mr. Gillingham
High School Band To Present Concert Friday
The Gallipolis Washington Auditorium will host the annual spring program by the high school concert band on Friday night. It marks the final appearance for senior members, with junior recruits stepping up to fill spots. Director Richard Downs notes strong progress and rising interest in music.
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Gallipolis
Washington Auditorium
Richard Downs
Park Advisory Board To Meet Wednesday
Gallipolas park advisory board members Mrs. C. B. Holzer Dr. G. G. Kineon and Dr. Leo B. Bean plan a Wednesday meeting to review inspections and possible park improvements including tree surveys by Engineer Painor Peter and the Kerr Memorial fountain, bendhstand, walks, and replacements.
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Park Advisory Board
Gallipolas
J City
C. BE. Holzer
G. G. Kineon
Leo B. Bean
Kineon
Painor Peter
Mane
Wity Parc
Kerr Memorial
Maengsger
Sooro, Él
Weekly Library Meetings Extend Service for War Workers
Public library will host weekly meetings Friday evenings from 7 to 9 30 during summer to extend services to war defense workers. The move aims to support laborers and residents needing access to library resources.
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Gallipolis
Health Improves for War Veteran in Gallipolis News
Slight improvement noted in the condition of Ww Gomer Jones a 76 year old resident of Gallipolis. He is recovering from an apoplectic attack causing partial paralysis and is supported by his family as he gains strength.
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Gallipolis
Gomer Jones
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