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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1954
Page
5
Gov Frank J Lausche named September 17 Constitution Day in Ohio marking the 167th anniversary of the 1787 U S Constitution. The proclamation urged Ohioans to renew allegiance to the Constitution's principles and ideals on the date.
Fort Worth Texas reports the president of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen saying more railway workers are out of work than since the depression. W P Kennedy of Cleveland cites lack of a coordinated government program to keep the industry busy and farm prices up as the main cause.
A remodeling project at the Rynodeled residence near Amesville and the rural Copeland lands highlights Athens County history. The Docies restore the old Copeland farm complex, tracing lineage from William Copeland born 1798 to descendants who served in the Civil War and 19th century leaders. The article details Copeland cemeteries and ancestral connections across Rome and Stewart townships, with reference to nearby landmarks and historic sites.
The marriage of Faye Swyers of Hartsgrove and Vernie Barnum of Unionville was held July 3 at Madison Congregational Church with Rev. Frank Huetter officiating. Attendants included Ruby Barnum, Lois Barnum, Peggy Swyers, Alberta Adams, Lynn Butte, Floyd Barnum, and Willis Barnum. A 150 guest reception followed at the Barnums’ home. The couple will reside in Unionville.
Moses S. Morgan testifies in Pontypridd that his wife ousted him three months ago and has charged 35 cents for each bath. He says he has slept outdoors since May while defending a desertion divorce suit.
The Senate approved Winifred L. May for Mineral Ridge Ohio postmaster and President Eisenhower nominated Homer H. Goltzene for Defiance Ohio postmaster. Both nominations will go to the Senate.
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