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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1928

Page

12

Couple Arrested for Stealing Two Horses in Logan

Joe Andrews of New Straitsville and Evelyn Collins of Snake Hollow were arrested by Deputy Sheriff Joe Farbearn on request of Nelsonville police. They face charges of stealing two horses valued at about $100 alleged to belong to Dr. Dew of Nelsonville. Andrews to be arraigned Wednesday afternoon. Collins had prior reform school parole records noted by Hocking County officials.

Hocking County Motron Reformatory Phil Henderson

Craig's Wife gets polished read by D U cast

Walter Craig and Mrs. Craig rise to the challenge with restrained artistry in last night’s Ewing Auditorium production. Victor Miller and Laverne Matthew delivered standout performances in the crucial second act while Eloise Moreland earned praise for Mrs Harold.

Walter Craig Craig Ewing Auditorium Victor Miller Laverne Matthew Walter Eloise Moreland Harold Evans George Kelley

Let ter Golf Puzzle Solution Recites Word Parade

The note presents a wordplay answer listing ARMY ARMS AIMS AIMS RAMS RAYS BAYS BOYS as the solution sequence for today’s Let ter Golf puzzle.

Two Arrested in Mine District Disturbance Hearings Set

Sheriff Lloyd and Deputy Hammond investigated a shooting near the Ohlinger and Wolfe mine in New Pittsburg. They arrested George Dunn and Arch Lyons for possession after a liquor search, with bonds set at 500 each and hearings scheduled for August 17. A dynamite explosion near the mine prompted a second trip by the sheriff.

Thompson Buchtel George Dunn Arch Lyons Dunn Lyons Harley M. Whitcraft Logan Ohlinger and Wolfe Lloyd New Pittsburg

Has Bad Luck Messenger Carrier Is Hurt Again

Ned St. Clair, son of County Commissioner Frank J. Clair, fractured both arms above the wrist when a grapevine swing snapped and dumped him, add ing to a run of misfortune including a cut foot from broken glass while swimming in Old Town creek.

Logan Ned St. Clair Frank &J. Clair North Market Street Ned Old Town Creek

Sorrells Found Guilty of DUI in Logan Court

Logan August 16 Mark Sorrells of Buchtel was found guilty by Judge A M Elliinger on a DUI charge after a hearing. He was arrested after a wreck near Murray City and sentenced to 150 dollar fine, costs, and 30 days in county jail with nine months driving suspension. jail time suspended on payment.

Logan Mark Sorrells Buchtel A. M. Elliinger Sorrells Farbearn Murray City

Canvass of Vote Begins in Hocking County

The official canvass of the vote in Hocking county began Thursday morning as Deputy Supervisors of elections started the process and expected completion by evening. Unofficial returns arrived Tuesday night with two precincts delaying counts, while close races surfaced for governor and for U S Senate.

Logan Hocking County Election Board Turner Begg E. LeFever John E. Stilbaugh LeFever W. E. Petty First Ward Central Committee

Relief From Flood Waters Promised by City Action

Logan residents on Fountain and Church streets will get flood relief after heavy rains as the city council passed legislation to create a storm sewer. West Hunter Street resurfacing will follow delivery of material from Ohio Valley Asphalt. Pat Eberst and companions depart for a two week Vermont Lake Champlain vacation with further travel to Albany Atlantic City and Washington D C.

Logan Board of Control Ohio Valley Asphalt Company West Hunter Street Pat Eberst The Red Win Shining Parlor Columbus Edward L. Eberst George Story Edward Volk Vermont Lake Champlain Story Volk Albany Atlantic City New York Washington, D. Cc

Logan Briefs From Logan Ohio Local Notes

Mrs. James Wolf and daughter Jeanne Lee arrived in Logan Tuesday for a two week visit with her parents in Toledo. Mt. Zion Christian church will host an ice cream sociable the evening of August 18. Emnett Sorrell of Ward township was a business visitor in Logan on Wednesday.

Logan James Wolf Jeanne Lee Toledo Jesse Phillips Mt. Zion Christian Church Emnett Sorrell Ward Township

Thompson Family Visit in Haydenville

Charles W. Thompson of Toledo traveled to Haydenville on Sunday to visit his mother and brother and their family. He spent the day with many friends.

Charles W. Thompson Toledo Haydenville

Yankees Sign Former Occidental College Star Mishkin

Two days after his release by a Pacific Coast League club Holly Mishkin a former Occidental College star was signed by the New York Yankees. He plays first base.

Holly Mishkin Occidental College New York Yankees

Kuck Bypassed 1924 Team Citing Busy Harvest Season

John Kuck, holder of a new world shot put record at the Olympic games this year, says he did not try out for the 1924 team because he was too busy harvesting.

John Kuck

Alta Kull Visits Detroit Relative Ties to Lancaster Burial

Alta Kull of Detroit travels to spend a week with her uncle Judge A. M. Ellinger and family after her father Daniel Kull was buried in Lancaster last Saturday. Dr. Morton Bland returns to Logan after visiting Mrs. Bland and his daughter in Westerville.

Alta Kull Detroit Daniel Kull Lancaster A. M. Ellinger Morton Bland Logan

Grosvenor Grateful For Vote Of Confidence In Board Work

John H. Grosvenor expresses gratitude for support in Tuesday’s primary, calling it a vote of approval of five years on the county board. He says the public credit motivates him to continue serving efficiently and with satisfaction.

Grosvenor Board of County Commissioners John H. Grosvenor

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