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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1941

Page

2

Poultry and Egg Show Planned for Nelsonville Fall Festival

Nelsonville announces a Poultry and Egg Show during the Merchants Fall Festival and Home Coming the week of Sept. 16. Rules require healthy birds, no entry fee, two entries per class, judging Sept. 3, with cash prizes and a final auction Sept. 6. Entries proceed under the Southeastern Ohio Egg Auction and overseen by a committee of county farm agents.

Nelsonville Merchants Ross Wright Athens James Smoot Hocking Tom Johnson Perry L. A. Best Fairfield Charles E. Blakeshee Meigs James Hum Morgan Leo Gaffin Washington Charles Hamrick Vinton R. O McFerron Pike George Wood Scioto Floyd Henderson Jackson John E. Reed Don Sheffield Ward Phillips Robert Kinney Frank Skivers

York Man Appears Before Squire Brown

Homer Mourn of Nelsonville pleaded innocent to assault and battery charges. He was held to the grand jury under a $100 bond after an arrest by Constable E F Katzenbach. Charges were filed by Mr and Mrs J E Travis of Columbus.

Nelsonville Floyd Brown Justice of the Peace Homer Mourn Nelsonville Rt

Ice Cream Social at Centennial Congregational Church

An ice cream social will be held at Centennial Congregational Church on Saturday evening August 30. Sponsored by the church's Young People's Pilgrim Fellowship, the event invites all attendees to enjoy treats and fellowship.

Centennial Congregational Church Young People’s Pilgrim Fellowship Group

Parole Hearing Pending for Clara Mosley in Ohio

Clara Mosley, confined at Ohio Reformatory for Women in Marysville, is eligible for a parole hearing before the Ohio Pardon and Parole Commission after October 1, 1941. Mosley was sentenced in Athens County on Grand Larceny charges to 17 years. The commission notice is signed by Parole Clerk Jean Reisi.

Clara Mosley Ohio Reformatory For Women Marysville Athens County Ohio Pardon and Parole Commission Ohio Pardon and Pie Commission Jean Reisi

Young Child Dies at Columbus Hospital

Ida Mae Lat timer aged 14 months, daughter of Mr and Mrs Harry Lattimer, died Sunday at Children’s Hospital Columbus. Funeral services set for Wednesday at 10 am at Stout Funeral Home with burial at Greenlawn. Survived by parents one sister Lulu Belle and grandparents John Lattimer James Ellis.

Nelsonville Ida Mae Lattimer Harry Lattimer Children’s Hospital Columbus Stout Funeral Home Greenlawn Lulu Belle John Lattimer James Ellis James Mullihan Zaleski Ethel Anderson Vernon Anderson Alden Stilson Alden Jerry Forrest Hills L. 1 Windsor Canada Stanton Martin William Morgan Ed Cranmer Dayton Dughter Jerry Grim, Jr Cranmer Lucy Harvey Zane

Mingos Beat Carbondale in Twilight League Pitchers Duel

Logan Mingos defeated Carbondale 3-1 in a tight Twilight League contest led by pitchers Leonard of the Mingos and McGhee of Carbondale. Each allowed three hits. McGhee struck out nine, Leonard seven. Carbondale’s Cox doubled for the lone extra-base hit. Postponed matchup set with Carbon Hill Longstreth.

Nelsonville Logan Mingos Carbondale Leonard Mingos McGhee Cox Carbon Hill-Longstreth Abrh Carbondale Abrhe I. Frank Powell Sue Rostella Hitchings D. Frank Charles Betts Stanley Sessee Guest Collins Mohney John Fink Chestnut St Roe Cherrington Hospital Logan Lowry

Condition Alleys for New Season

Nelsonville bowls groups plan three leagues with City League eight teams and shifts on Mondays Wednesdays and Thursdays Ladies League four teams double shifts Tuesdays Brooks Shoe League four teams Friday. Repairs by Atlas Supply Co watch as E P Strapp oversees resurfacing meetings set this week with invites to join. Alleys reopen Labor Day or the Saturday before.

Nelsonville E. P. Strapp Atlas Supply Co Columbus Brooks Shoe Ladies

Mrs Evans Dies Monday in Nelsonville

Anna J. Evans age 67 widow of David Evans died Monday at University Hospital Columbus. Funeral Wednesday at 3 PM at Carbon Hill M E Church with Rev. W. M. George. Burial at Carbon Hill. Survived by son Robert Hardy daughter Mrs Willard Matheny and five grandchildren along with several stepchildren and siblings.

Nelsonville Anna J. Evans University Hospital Columbus David Evans Carbon Hill M. E W. M. George Carbon Hill Robert Hardy Williard Matheny W. F E. Evans Leslie Evans C. A. Evans Wellston H. E. Jenkins Marysville

Family Reunion Held At Monks Home In Nelsonville

A family reunion at Mrs. Harriett Monks's Nelsonville home gathered relatives on Sunday August 24. It was the first time her three sons had met in 15 years and plans were made to make the gathering an annual event on the third Sunday in August. George David Shafer could not attend due to Navy enlistment in Chicago. The dinner table featured a flower and cake centerpiece with “Mother” inscribed.

Nelsonville Harriett Monks George David Shafer U. S. Navy Chicago John Monks Manus Shafer Lene Darlene Jack Manus David Scott Charles Shafer Saenters Lu Evelyn Betty Dew Ince

Mrs. Sarah Withem Dies in Chauncey Hospital

Mrs. Sarah Jane Withem 77 widow of Oren Withem pioneer resident died last evening at Sheltering Arms Hospital Ath ens Friends may call after Wednesday at the home of her daughter Mrs Nelle Canter Chauncey. Thursday at 1 o'clock Chauncey M E Church burial in Chauncey Cemetery Survivors include daughters Mrs Bessie Burke Cleveland and Mrs Nelle Canter Chauncey and two grandchildren.

Chauncey Sarah Jane Withem Oren Withem Sheltering Arms Hospital Athens Nelle Canter Chauncey M. E W. M. George Nelsonville Chauncey Cemetery Bessie Burke Cleveland

Nelsonville Sportsmen Plan Sunday Picnic Meeting

Committees overseeing the Nelsonville Sportsmen's Association annual picnic at Sportsmen's Lake Circle Hill will meet at City Hall Nelsonville Wednesday at 7 30 p m to discuss final plans All committees are requested to attend.

Nelsonville Nelsonville Sportsmen's Association Sportsmen's Lake Circle Hill City Hall

Shunkwilers Announce Gene Shunkwil and Lois Smith Marriage

Mr and Mrs Charles Shunkwiler of Murray City announce the marriage of their son Gene to Lois Smith daughter of Mr and Mrs J D Smith of Logan. They wed at Bellefontaine on May 31 1941 and will reside in Willoughby where the groom works. The Smiths formerly lived in Nelsonville.

Charles Shunkwiler Murray City Gene Lois Smith J. D. Smith Logan Bellefontaine Willoughby Wade Bailey Charles Thomas Sanders Columbus Glouster Ralph Fred Darling H. A. Rogers Parkersburg H. A. Harper Roy Dean Kendall Harper Donna Rogers Audrey Ann Leahy Carl Pico Edward Kaine Springfield Ill Kaine Irene Phillips Dr. Gibson Margaret Hemsley Vernon Thomas Carter Mr. Carter Main St Howard Taylor Illinois California Howard L. Taylor Camp Roberts East Garrison Alice Marilyn Jo Wyne Cc. E. McCune Trimble

Plans for church picnics and social gatherings

The PLAN PICNIC group of the Men's Brotherhood plans a Lake Hope picnic Thursday evening with an attendance push led by president Chuck Shafer. The TAXIS SOCIETY will host a wiener roast Friday at 4 30 PM meeting at the church then to Kentner's Hill. members should bring food.

Men's Brotherhood of the Presbyterian Church Lake Hope Chuck” Shafer

Glouster Hosts Stag Bridge Club and Mothers Club Picnic

Glouster notes record Bill Welsch hosting the Stag Bridge Club at Miss Ann Dennison's Broad Street home with three bridge tables and top honors going to L. G. Colbert, followed by Charles Ley and Al Craft. Jacksonville Mothers' Club enjoyed a State Park picnic with committee led luncheon and dessert. Next Mothers' Club meeting set for Sept 10 at Mrs Martha Kioh's Trimble home.

Glouster Bill Welsch Stag Ann Dennison Broad Street Charles Ley Athens William Johnston, Jr al Craft L. G. Colbert Jacksonville

Loyal Women Hold August Meeting at Antle's Grove

The Loyal Women's Class of the United Brethren Church in Hollis ter plans an August gathering at Antle's Grove on Wednesday evening. Community members are invited to attend.

Loyal Women's Class The United Brethren Church of Hollister Antle’s Grove

Athena Brick Plant Declared Bankrupt in Nelsonville

NELSONVILLE The Athena Brick Corporation a Nelsonville manufacturer of salt glazed face brick and floor tile was adjudicated bankrupt in U S District Court Columbus by Federal Judge Mell G Underwood John P Kelso attorney for petitioning creditors said a creditors hearing date would be announced later and he expects to file for appointment of an operating receiver if granted, the plant would operate under the receiver’s direction.

Nelsonville Athena Brick Corporation U. S. District Court At Columbus Mell G. Underwood John P. Kelso Kelso

Buchtel Defense Work Expands With New Term

A new term begins at Buchtel Defense School directed by Floyd McCune, auto mechanics instructor. Since opening, about $800 in equipment has been added including arc welder, oxy acetylene torch, lathe, micrometers, and full auto truck tractor repair tools. York Township Nelsonville Murray City residents and nearby areas may enroll by contacting McCune at Buchtel.

Buchtel Floyd McCune Buchtel High School York Township Nelsonville Murray City

Joint Reception and Farewell Is Planned

A joint farewell for Rev. Charles A. Freer will end his supply pastorate at the Nelsonville Church of Christ with a reception for Rev. and Mrs. L. E. Evans of Hebron. A potluck supper at 6 30 p.m. invites members to bring table service and a dish as Freer finishes August 31 and the Evans move to Nelsonville the next week.

Nelsonville Church of Christ Charles A. Freer L. E. Evans Hebron Freer Evans

Pritts Pleads Guilty in Mayor Court for DUI

Patrick Pritts of Deanville pleaded guilty at arraignment before Mayor C. G. Dew in Nelsonville court. He was fined $50 plus costs after an affidavit by the State Highway Patrol established the drunken driving charge.

Nelsonville Patrick Pritts Deanville C. G. Dew State Highway Patrol

Social whirlwind fills Glouster and Columbus visits

Miss Marcella Jonas and family hosted in Pleasant City as guests joined for a birthday dinner for Mrs. Custer Seckinger of Cuyahoga Falls. Relatives and friends traveled from Columbus, Parkersburg, Logan, Circleville and Springfield for weekend gatherings and shopping.

Marcella Jonas Richard Williams Pleasant City Emily Jonas Robert Williams Custer Seckinger Cuyahoga Falls Richard R. J. Williams Delmar Gladden

Glouster Football Prepares for September 19 Night Opener

Glouster coach Greider reports improved practices as the squad adds Bob Kittle and plans double daily sessions. Key backfield players include Cunningham Kamento Bryson Wolf with center candidates Jennice Bradley and Bryson. The team aims for seven home games and two away contests at Philo and New Concord.

Glouster Greider Bob Kittle Jimmy Dennison John Cunningham Frank Kamento Bob Bryson Frank Wolf C. Jennice Jack Bradley Bryson Paul McClelland Charles Carter Donald Cunningham Russell Smith Gene Waldeck Lewis Morrison Paul McAllister Glouster Tom Cats Caldwell Philo New Concord

Jacksonville Class Lighting Test Ahead of Home-Coming

The Jacksonville committee asks property owners to switch to special lighting Thursday at eight o clock for a quick test. A check will confirm readiness for Saturday night programs as the test lasts only a few minutes.

Jacksonville

Glouster Garden Club to Attend Nelsonville Show

Glouster Garden Club members are invited to attend the annual flower show hosted by the Nelsonville Community Garden Club on Thursday afternoon.

Glouster Glouster Garden Club Nelsonville Community Garden Club

Nelsonville Beats Glouster Bowler Team by 123 Pins

Nelsonville defeated Glouster by 123 pins in a Monday night mixed bowling match. Don Sipe led visitors with a 634 triple while Faye Lantz contributed a 505 triple for Glouster.

Glouster Nelsonville Don Sipe Faye Lantz

Choral Group to Present First Program Friday

Glouster Alta Petans Choral group directed by Mrs. E A Riley will perform a mixed musical program at the high school auditorium Friday August 29 at 8 o clock Admission will be charged at the door Members include Garnett Brooks Mary Cephas Anna Howard Pearl Riley Arnora Johnson Eunice Misner Illa M Viney Arnetta Bland Josephine Williams Rachel Bland Denzil Leach Theola Newman and Clifford Johnson this will be their initial appearance

Twin Births In Zanesville Family At Bethesda Hospital

Mr and Mrs Herbert Jackson of Zanesville welcomed twins a boy and a girl born at Bethesda Hospital on Friday. Mrs Jackson formerly Maxine Sorell of Glouster and is sister of Mrs Robert Angle.

Glouster Herbert Jackson Zanesville Bethesda Hospital

Men’s Bowling League Meeting Set at Local Alley

A meeting of the Men’s Bowling League is scheduled for Wednesday night at 7 30 at the bowling alley. Members are urged to attend and discuss upcoming schedules and standings.

Glouster

Valley Lodge No 169 Holds Aug Session in New Marshfield

Chancellor Commander William Howe announces Valley Lodge No 169 will hold its regular session on Aug 27 at the R of P Hall in New Marshfield Ohio Members are asked to meet at Castle Hall at 6 15 p m for good attendance

Nelsonville William Howe Valley Lodge No. 169 R. of P New Marshfield Ohio Castle Hall

Clerks Union to Meet at Odd Fellows Hall

A meeting of the Retail Clerks Union 908 is called for Wednesday evening at 6 o clock in the Odd Fellows Hall. A business session follows refreshments prepared by Marie Chaplain Gertrude Darling Mary Davis Claren Cartwright and Hilma Chalfant. Large attendance is desired.

Glouster

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