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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1928

Page

8

Budget group begins initial session in Athens County

The Athens County Budget Commission met for the first time this afternoon to start reviewing 55 budgets filed by taxing districts. County Auditor J Clyde Edmonson said a complete check will take several weeks as the panel including Prosecuting Attorney R D Williams, County Treasurer R R Johnson, and Mr Edmonson examines budgets from 30 school districts, 14 townships, and 10 cities and villages.

Athens County Budget Commission J. Clyde Edmundson R. D. Williams R. R. Johnson Mr. Edmundson

Absentee Ballot Deadline Set by County Clerk David Johnson

David Johnson, county election board clerk, says Saturday at 4 o clock marks the last time to request absent voter ballots. Those out of county on August 14 must apply before then. Students living outside the county must vote from home counties and apply there.

David Johnson County Election Board Johnson Athens

Relief From Heat Brings Showers Across Ohio

A cloudburst yesterday followed by clearing skies today eased a heat wave sweeping Ohio since last Thursday. Two additional heat deaths were recorded Sunday with Frank Lobce, 40, collapsing before aid arrived and Joseph Union, 48, found dead in bed in Cleveland.

Ohio Frank Lobce Joseph Union Cleveland

United Brethren Church Plans Homecoming in Logan

In Logan on Union Furnace circuit next Sunday the United Brethren church will hold anniversary and homecoming services led by Rev. F. E. Fetheroll. Sunday school opens with Harley Emmons directing. Rev. J. H. Conkle and Rev. J. R. Shaw speak in morning and Sunday school hour. Rev. M. R. White of Lucasville preaches in the afternoon. Christian Endeavors lead a special evening program. Also noted is a birth announcement for Mr. and Mrs. James Reese and local visits. a man recovering from a ladder accident near Ewing. and funeral attendance in Basil for Rev. Frank P. George.

M. R. White Lucasville Marion Schaal

Anti-Saloon League controversy reignites over endorsements

In Columbus on August 6, the Anti-Saloon League renews dispute after Dr. E J Moore and Freeman L Dustman faced charges for backing Myers Y Cooper for the Republican gubernatorial nomination while policy committee endorsed both Cooper and James T Begg. Moore defends action saying Cooper has better chance to beat wet candidates. A league trustees meeting will be convened to address the split amid criticism from founder E R Root who calls for their ouster.

Columbus U.R Anti-Saloon League James T. Begg Sandusky Myers Y. Cooper Cincinnati E. J. Moore Moore Freeman L. Dustman League Cooper League Policy Committee Begg League Board of Trustees E. R. Root Dustman

Logan Adds Dorothy Chute to Teaching Staff

Logan Aug 6. Miss Winifred Lehman resigns from the Central building to take a Springfield public school post. Dorothy Chute is appointed to the second grade vacancy with prior service in Hocking County and Oroville. Additional transfers include James Rutgers Freda Marie Eberst and Grace Hybarger as Logan hires rise beyond local rural supplies.

Logan Schools Winifred Lehman C. F. Ridgley Lehman Springfield Dorothy Chute Chute Hocking County Oroville Logan James Rutgers Freda Marie Eberst Grace Hybarger

Dogs Put Down After Rabies Signs Seen in Logan

In Union Furnace, several dogs were attacked by a suspected rabid dog over a week ago. All local dogs were ordered confined or secured to prevent spread. Two bitten dogs were shot Friday and Saturday after showing rabies symptoms. dog warden Charles Briley commended owners for cooperating to curb the outbreak.

Logan Union Furnace Charles Briley Briley

Woman Married in 1905 Seeks Divorce in Logan

Lucy Sherburn filed for divorce from John Sherburn in common pleas court at Logan alleging neglect and cruelty. She claims the husband drinks, has abused the children, and seeks custody of three minors and both temporary and permanent alimony. The marriage was recorded March 27, 1905 in Lancaster. Sherburn works at Union Furnace Brick company plant in the village. Mrs. Sherburn also asserts the household goods are her property.

Logan Lucy Sherburn John Sherburn Common Pleas

Becker Divorced After Uncontested Case Doubles as Cruelty

Katharine T. Becker was granted a divorce from Walter Becker by Judge Harley M. Whitcraft on August 6 after an uncontested hearing. Cruelty cited as the ground. The defendant agreed to a quitclaim deed to city property and support arrangements for a minor child were approved by the court.

Logan Katharine T. Becker Walter Becker Harley M. Whitcraft

Plays Erratic Game by Bobby Reeves Leads Sena tors

Bobby Reeves of the Sena tors shows dazzling plays but also costly errors, producing a mix of brilliant and misplayed moments in the game.

Bobby Reeves Senators

Teacher Is Hurt in Toledo Visit

Miss Mary McCray, a Logan Central school teacher, fractured her ankle after slipping on stairs while visiting Mr and Mrs Johnston Hunt in Toledo. She was taken to a Toledo hospital for treatment.

Logan Toledo Mary McCray Johnston Hunt Miss McCray Hunt Logan Central

Boy Reported Lost Is Found in Missouri

Merle Rathburn, missing for weeks after his father I E Rathburn of Athens sent money, is found safe on a Missouri farm. The boy’s letter to his father arrived late after he had moved from Columbus to an unknown location. The father had left for Michigan after hearing nothing, then learned he was employed in Missouri in a correspondence that finally reached him.

Missouri Merle Rathburn Columbus I. E. Rathburn Athens Rathburn Michigan

Would Be Nice Road To Be Improved Is 3000 Feet Long

Logan residents along the Old Man's cave road were told that only 3000 feet of grading and improvement would occur this summer, not 30000 as a prior report claimed. Officials expect more than 3000 feet may be finished by season's end.

Logan Old Man's Cave Sunday Messenger

Lehman and Mills Wed in Haydenville Ceremony

John W. Lehman a laborer of Carbon Hill, 21, and Genevieve W. Mills 21 of Haydenville, at home, daughter of Mr and Mrs Harry Co Mills, were married by The Rev J R Fields.

John W. Lehman Carbon Hill Clarence Lehman Genevieve W. Mills Haydenville Harry Co. Mills J. R. Fields

Buck Halloran Emerges as Indians Prospect in New Orleans

Buck Halloran, the Alabama college star who joined the Cleveland Indians this summer, is being watched in New Orleans as a promising batter. His college reputation as a strong hitter is highlighted while he trains with the team.

Buck Halloran Alabama Cleveland Indians New Orleans

Ice Cream Sociable For Alexander Athletic Association

An ice cream sociable will be held Friday night at the Alexander Presbyterian church in Hebbardsville. The young people of the church sponsor the event to benefit the Alexander athletic association.

Alexander Presbyterian Church Hebbardsville Alexander Athletic Association

Word ladder puzzle answer lineup CROOK TO CRAMP

The list shows a ladder from CROOK to CRAMP via shared-letter steps including CROON CROWN CROWS CRAWS CRAMS CRAMP and CRIMP. It demonstrates a vowel/consonant shift sequence guiding a word ladder style puzzle.

Bird Man Contest Showcases Nelsonville Art Talent

A Bird Man painting contest highlights rich works from Nelsonville students led by Almarine Johnson and Margaret Gandee. Winners include Robert Mann and Jack Russell while colors range from jade green to royal purple. Honorable mentions go to Jacksonville youths and a long list of local contributors.

Garth Lightfoot Helen Moore Anna Francis Riley Francis Fannie Glenn Nellie Auflick Riley Margaret Gandee Esther Dorst Eldon Ball Robert Riley Margaret Morrison Almarine Johnson Franklin Avenue Nelsonville Ruth Cook Mill Street Barber Robert Mann Grosvenor Street Elizabeth Linton Jack Russell Jacksonville Norma Noon Alice Mechem Roth Riley Anna Riley Agnes Hartley Helen Guinther Laura Jane Willis Dick Guinther Lillie Poling Louise Poling Lucille Warren John Forbes Ethel Hayden Jennie Gillilan Susie Gillilan Mary Etta McKibben Mertie Oliver Isabelle Easterlin Dorothy Howard Carrie Lelie Bryson Doris Ruth Bryson Martha Galvin Betty Forbes Elberta Bussey Roland Forbes Mildred Coen Billy North Garnet Lash Harriet Davis Mary

Iris seed and plant sale from Orwell Iris Fields

Offer includes fifteen iris varieties all IRIS or one $0 cent Red Iris plus four 50 cent plants. Parcel Post value about $7.50 prepaid for $1.50. Includes planting instructions and six other unusual collections. Lavender Iris free with prompt order from Carlinville Illinois.

Alice Orwell Iris Fields Carlinville Illinois

Sixty Ride Labor Train From Glouster To Modoc Mines

Sixty men rode the labor train from Glouster to the Modoc mines this morning, up from forty to fifty in recent weeks and marking the first time the figure reached sixty. Additional workers were reported starting at the Modoc mines today alongside the train riders.

Glouster Starf Modoc

McCoy's Tablets Guarantee Solid Flesh For All

Advertises McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets with an ironclad money back guarantee. If a thin person does not gain weight after using four sixty cent boxes or two one dollar boxes, the druggist will refund the price. Claims examples of weight gain and vitality improvements.

McCoy Florida New Jersey Anydrug America

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