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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1930

Page

18

A Thief-But Only When He Is Caught

A narrator argues reputations can reveal thief like traits more than actions. He contrasts two men in a bank, Harry and Bill, noting Harry’s fibs and greed while praising Bill’s honesty. The piece questions judging thieves by reputation versus acts and ends with distrust of the man with the big checking account.

Harry Bill Marty Newspaper Feature Service, Inc

Genevieve Kemble and Conflicting Interests Forecast

The Stars Say column notes Genevieve Kemble faces opposing forces and obstacles delaying earthly outcomes though favorable planetary sway aids new undertakings. Advice urges cool self restraint and prudent agreements to steer affairs toward prosperity, with a focused birthday year on personal discretion and control.

Recent Rainfall Improves Summer Conditions Across County

Rainfall in the last days marked the best in weeks aiding the Athens County Fair and helping streams like Mocking River remain low. Observers note that continued rain may improve water flow and prevent stagnation, with efforts planned to clean stream beds fed by the recent showers.

Athens County Mocking River Ourfair

Lon Chaney Seriously Ill With Anemia

Hollywood physicians announced Lon Chaney is seriously ill in Hollywood after being treated for anemia.

Hollywood Calif U.P Lon Chaney

In Between Season Tweed Suits In Fashion

New York aug twenty five. Tweed suits appear as a compromise costume for late summer into fall. Browns beiges and blues dominate. two main styles shown a three quarter coat and a short jacket suit with smart accessories.

New York

Gloucester Adopts Joe Moleski as Instructor and Coach

The Gloucester Board of Fiduation accepted Joe Moleski of Gary Indiana as instructor in manual training and athletic coach, completing the teaching corps for the fall term. Schools open September 2 at the Cherry Street campus after the new building replaces the old structures No 6 and Palmer.

Glouster Joe Moleski Gary Ind Glouster Board of Fiducation Cherry Street Palmer H. L. Holter Katherine Dennison

Funeral services for Mrs Frank Bishop held in Bishopville

Funeral services for Mrs Frank Bishop of Columbus were held at the Bishop country home near Bishopville this afternoon at 2 oclock conducted by Rev Paul E Kemper. Interment followed in the Bishopville cemetery. She died suddenly Saturday afternoon at the Bishop country home where she was staying for the summer. Survivors include her husband two daughters Mrs Christopher Day and Mrs Arthur Allman and three grandchildren all of Columbus.

Glouster Frank Bishop Columbus Bishop Country Home Bishopville Paul E. Kemper Bishop Bishop Country Christopher Day Arthur Allman

Tryouts Report Time for Team

The tryouts for the team require entrants to report at the designated time. Applicants should arrive prepared with equipment and identification, and coaches will conduct initial screening before the audition.

Degree Work At Thea Chapter Meeting In Glouster

GLOUSTER Aug. 25 Thea Chapter O E S social hour to follow the degree work at the regular meeting Tuesday night. Dues of members are mentioned as part of the notice.

Glouster Thea Chapter O. E

Drury Drugs Football Team Plans New Gear and Practice

At the season debut, the Drury Drugs Football Team formerly Heck's Billiards decided to purchase a new football and several practice items. The first practice will be at 6:30 p.m. September 2 at the American Legion grounds.

Lincoln Department Store Building Sold at Sheriff Sale

The Lincoln Department Store Building on High Street was bought by Glouster State Bank for $5000 at a sheriff’s sale last Saturday. The three story brick property hosts the Knights of the Golden Eagle on its third floor. The Bon-Ton Store Building in Nelsonville, now Pastor's Store, plus a church site and vacant lot, also sold to Glouster State Bank for $2,560 in a foreclosure case against Lena Harris and others.

Glouster Lincoln Department Store Sheriff's Glouster State Bank High Street Knights of the Golden Eagle Bon-Ton Nelsonville Lena Harris

Cornerstone Theft Hits St Philip's Church in Syracuse

SYRACUSE N Y Aug 25 The heavy cornerstone of St Philip s Episcopal Church said in 1921 was found Sunday pried out of place Saturday night by a thief who battered open the stone and removed valuables from inside authorities said the act disrupted services and church plans for renovation.

Syracuse N. Y Bt. Phillip’s Episcopal Church

Madge and Mary Face a Party Flap and Plan

In the Underwood apartments Madge helps Mary dodge a temper flare over a party plan. Noel’s awkward signals and Lilian’s sharp humor color a tense moment as arrangements move toward two o’clock with Mr Seibel, the decorator, and a phone call pending.

Mr. Seibel Mary Madge Mr. Selbel

The Dragonflyand the Fireflies Shadow Tale

A dragonfly narrator explains origins while a crowd of fireflies, mayflies, and others debate who should be king. Knarf proposes a story judging scheme and Shadow-children recount their role as shadows guiding the tale. Tomorrow: Firefly Flares Up. Copsricht, 1930.

Mij Fior Hanid Yam Knarf Enari Copsricht Ina

Thief Breaks Into Church Box Stealing Sealed Funds

A copper box in a church was pried open and $25 in consecrated money stolen. A crow bar was found nearby and church records that had been sealed were scattered on the ground.

Boxer 18 Dead in Butte Main Event

Emile Senico of 21 was knocked out by Gee O Leary in the main boxing bout in Butte Montana on a Saturday. Officials report the boxer died today from injuries sustained. The match occurred in the downtown arena with local boxing fans witnessing the event.

Wise Parents a Need of Every Adolescent

Royal COPELAND urges parents to guide youths ages ten to sixteen. He stresses sex understanding, healthy camps and Troop movements, and reading choices while advising counsel from physicians to prevent lasting harm.

Oporta Hove Fife Job Solomon

Medical Q and A column answers various health questions

A reader column provides brief medical guidance on eczema diet, nasal and ear issues, thyroid stimulation in children, hair loss, headaches causes, worms treatment, teeth decay minerals, bronchitis links, beard color, camphor and alcohol risks, and climate for tuberculosis with advice to seek doctors or send stamped envelopes for more details.

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