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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1955

Page

7

Glouster Mine Walkout Halts Work In Ohio District

A walkout by Glouster Coal Mine 255 workers of Gem Coal Co disrupted operations as union officials and company reps clashed over a contract dispute. Local United Mine Workers of America said the issue concerns hours and terms, with foremen and maintenance crews on site but no widespread shutdowns elsewhere. A meeting set for Saturday aims to resolve the disagreement and restart work.

Yio Tostemi Coal Co Glouster United Strohmeyer Coal Company Stateg Mine Workers of America Grouriers Gem Coal Co George Waters Zanesville Imine TIMWA Wiens Sihatmecar

Trineville Girl Dies After Fall From Glass Bottle Incident

Alice Irene Nelson, child of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Nelson, died in a Thornville physician office ten minutes after an injury from tripping on loose gravel carrying a glass bottle north of Thornville. Survived by parents and three sisters Rosemary Roberta and Majorie Frances. Funeral services Saturday at 2 p.m. Rev J A Boscoe at Primble Methodist Church. Burial Maplewood Cemetery. Friends may call at Johnston funeral home.

Alice Irene Nelson Kenneth Nelson Thornville Rosemary Roberta Majorie Frances J. A. Boscoe Primble Methodist Church Maplewood Cemetery Johnston Funeral Home

Real Estate Transfers Across Athens Area Listings

Numerous transfers involve Elmer Sones to Robert S Mathews in Athens and others across Athens County. Properties move among residents and towns including Glouster Nelsonville Coolville and Columbus with parcels in sections, lots, and townships.

Elmer Sones Nearly, Inc Robert S. Mathews Athens Mary E. Lewis Trainer Albany Everett E Lewis Inlet

Two Juveniles Admit Damaging New Cars

Two youths admitted pouring a caustic liquid on two new cars at the Jones Buick storage lot near the National Guard Armory Wednesday night. Damages were estimated at $500. They were questioned Thursday afternoon by Police Chief Grogan and Sergeant McBride and later charged. Both boys, one from Athens and one from Albany, said they found a can of liquid and dumped it, though officers doubt their story. Investigations continue with possible involvement of others in recent vandalism and petty theft.

Jones Buick Joseph B. Grogan Joseph McBride McBride Athens Albany National Guard Grosvenor St Chic Grogan

Local Lodge Considers Purchase of Botts Property on Lancaster Street

Francis Ponticus, exalted ruler, stated the lodge seriously considers buying the Bots property near the Dairy Tong section of N Lancaster Street formerly Route 31. Members favored the purchase but deed and titles are being checked and negotiations continue. Currently the Elke Lodge clubrooms occupy the third floor of the Cline Building.

Francis Ponticus N. Lancaster St Lodge Elke Lodge Cline

City Pool Season Ends Sunday for Swimmers

City pool will close Sunday ending a season marked by rising attendance. Manager Mrs Morrison reported 19 620 total entries through Thursday, up from 18 70 last year, aided by girl scout and cub scout programs. some craft and swimming lessons not counted. Cooler weather early on cut attendance but hot days this month revived business.

Thand Inday Mra CR Morrison Rufus Putnam

Conservation School Ends At Ohio U

The largest school of seven, with 270 total registrations, closed with a half day of reports and discussions. A panel moderated by group chairmen announced conclusions to delegates, with reports to be mailed to district supervisors. The 1967 International Conservation Field Day was reviewed. Adams County noted as part of the program.

Selld Shaea”Praraday Trtet Adams County

Dairy Team Heads to State Fair Judging Contest

An Athens County team from the Bates Boosters and Livestock Club in Amesville led by David Carmichael, 14, John Fockler, 16, and Mary Francis Fockler, 17, departed with extension agent Ross Wright for Columbus to compete with other Ohio teams at the state fair and learn judging rules after visiting Ohio State University.

Athens County Ohio Columbus David Carmichael Bates Boosters John’ Fockler Mary Francis Fockler Amesville Ross Wright Ohlo State ‘University

Sheltering Arms Hospital Notes Summary

Admission notes from Sheltering Arms Hospital list Edwin James Taylor Athens and other residents. Dismissals include Art Robeon Jackson and Judy Lynn Rodehaver Athens Route 4. Several entries reference Athens and nearby towns with names like Carl Hawk Barba Ore Sao Chesser and Jane Downey.

Carl Hawk al Cere Cere Barba Ore Sao Chesser Athens Edwin James Taylor Aserg Rete Joe Gary Bickley Chauncey Ben Border Jane Downey Barney Matheny New Marshfield Art Robeon Jackson Judy Lynn Rodehaver Earl Dame Amhens Moute James Day Shade Mire Mary Mein Della Shaw Athene Susan Saulters Militia

OU Professor joins Denison U Faculty for 125th year

Robert H. Cory Jr joins Denison University faculty as an assistant professor of government for the 125th academic year beginning in September. He comes from Ohio University where he served as an assistant professor of social science.

Gramissie Denison University Robert H. Cory, Jr Athens Denison Ohio University

Woman Wins Small Bore Title in Local Meet

A female shooter claimed the small bore title at the regional event, edging competitors from several clubs. The win solidifies her standing in upcoming championships and highlights the strength of women shooters in the program.

Weather Report Notes Continued Cool Conditions

A fragmented weather brief reports fair conditions with continued cool temperatures. It mentions Hamiey Run and Thurday with a high near 85 and a low around 33, noting warmer than yesterday and thin tree coverage.

Marshfield Man Injured in Fall at Local Church Scene

An elderly Marshfield man slipped and tumbled from a ridge to the ground. An ambulance took him to the hospital after the Rev. Paul E. Stockman, Athens, arrived to assist him. Stockman is replacing the Rev. Gerald Koster as new duties shift during the Ohio EUB conference.

Paul E. Stockman Athens Matheny Evangelical Pickerington EUB Ohio Stockman Gerald Koster Corning Columbus Stock

Cars Collide at E State Morris Ave

Police report a traffic collision at Morrie Ave near E State Morris as light turned green. One car driven by Tomes and Thies of 56 May Ave. collided with another, four occupants injured.

State-Morris Scar Morris Ave Tomes Thies Morrie Ust Ehiies Cote

State Patrol Schedules School Bus Inspection

State Patrol announced a schedule for inspecting Athens County school buses and drivers. Cpl. R. E. Henderson said four bus accidents involved drivers and the patrol will interview each driver to compile personal records including name age and driving history. The inspection covers last physical exams and any defects, with dates and locations listed in the plan.

Acci Athens County R. E. Henderson Athens Post Henderson City Ohio Sehonis Amesville Coolvbe Carthage Fairgrounds Athens Shade and Chauncey-Dover Plains Albany Waterloo

Ex Marshfield Resident Dies in Tampa Florida

Ex Marshfield resident Arcella Kelley Withers died Thursday night at her Tampa home after a long illness. Wife of T F Withers she was a former resident of New Marshfield and Barberton. Surviving are her husband two children Roy Meacham and Edward Withork of Tampa and two more, Barbara Crows and Robert Meacham, serving with the Air Force in Germany. Arrangements pending with the funeral home.

W Marshfield Sre Arcella Kelley Withers T.F Withers Tampa Fla Mra Withers New Marshfield Barberton Roy Meacham Edward Withork Barbara Crows Robert Meacham Air Force Germany Mtsalee Fuserai

Driver Plea Change Leads to Fine and Jail Time

Douglas, Athens Route 5, Friday, changed his plea from innocent to guilty of driving while intoxicated in Municipal Court. He was fined 125 dollars and cents, sentenced to three days in jail, and his driving rights suspended for three months. City police made the arrest.

Arog Douglas Athens Douglas

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