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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1929

Page

2

Suit Filed Over Will In Middleport

Rodney Sanborn sues Gacar E Sanborn Helen C Sanborn and Earl B Sanborn to contest the will of Cattie Sanborn who died November 7 1628 at 61 The petition alleges undue influence and seeks set aside estate division among heirs including Almecif and named defendants The suit was filed Saturday morning with the Sanborn family noted as prominent in Middleport Also mentions funerals and Thanksgiving events in surrounding towns and a fine in Athens for intoxication.

Pomeroy Rodney Sanborn Gacar E. Sanborn Helen C. Sanborn Earl B. Sanborn Cattie Sanperh Middleport Rodney Sanborn Oscar L. Sanborn Helen O. Sanborn Hetra-At-Law Almecif Sanbern

P T A Meeting in Middllport Sees First Calendar Program

The first program meeting of the Parent-Teacher calendar system was held at the Masonic with Mrs Kathrine Houses presenting the entertainment. George Wiltmer chaired the event in November, the association clearing 40 dollars. The program was well received and considered a success.

Masonic Kathrine Houses George Wiltmer

Snow Storm Darkened Roads In Brief Nor’easter

A severe snow storm swept through Pomeroy in northern Norway on a cold morning. Visibility dropped, cars crawled with balky horns, and lights failed during about a 16 minute period before the weather eased.

Pomlergy Nor

Court House Doings Prolate Court Proceedings Report

Prolate court in Aulmer Ackley guardian case confirms report of appraisement for Marguerite Rowan estate and orders bond for 3000. In Dowler administratrix case against Ralph Dowler et al, appraisement of property valued at 1450 approved and order to offer sale at private sale with bid lower than appraised. Acreage license Harvey Teach 24 Logan to other Judson 20 Gloster.

Aulmer Ackley Marguerite Rowan Plalneft Nettle Dowler Mildred Dowler Ralph Lewler

Hospital Notes Alphabet Soup of Dated Patient Entries

Hospital notes list several patients with operations and conditions. Mrs Elizabeth Evans of Athens underwent a tonsil operation on November 24. Big Pearl Morris of Athena underwent a major operation on November 2. Mr Whur Grandstaff recovering from a fractured leg after a motor vehicle accident on November 23. Discharges include Mrs A Gatschal Center, Mr Arthur Dickson, Mrs Robert King of Akron, and others.

Elzabeth Lvans Athens Big Pearl Morris Athena Whur Grandstaff Atrs A Gatschal Center Arthur Dickson Shade Virsa Pratts Pork Robert King Akron Ie Hospital Florence Bobo Pratts Fork Leonard Coates John Wemmer Milfeld

Among the Newsboys Thwanl Melride Records Not Mentioned

A rough report notes Thwanl Melride achieving two perfect records last week while his name was omitted from Sunday lists. Fourteen Athens wesaunger carriers had flawless service the past week, including Hen James, Marion Steegs, Kay Kenneb eek So 0, and Cdwad Mc Bride Ko 14.

Athens _wesaunger carrice Hen James Marion Steegs Kay

Verberg Leaves Middleport for Cleveland District Call

The Rev James Verberg director of religion of Otto Prevorterian synod has left Middleport after eight years to take a similar post in the Cleveland district. He was a popular figure in the Middlenor Presbyterian Church and well regarded by the local congregation.

Middleport James Verberg Otto Prevorterian Synod Cleveland Middlenor

Frigid Weather Arrives Early in Pomeroy Report

Frigid conditions hit Pomeroy with temperatures from several above to near zero. A light frost and icy roads hindered travel as residents noted the coldest November in four years. Local automakers faced start-up issues and property damage from frozen tires. Community members, including Frank Reibel and families from Velunuvius, visited relatives and observed hunters donating supplies. A marriage notice and a school board contract for a new high school wing were among nearby items. Football alumni from Pomeroy and Middleport shared a 6 to 0 score in Friday’s game nearing Thanksgiving.

Pomeroy Irgublea Saturdey Sould Meigs Colty Frank [Eibel Ing Hotel Velunvius Henry Relbel Wrilys Fall Oliver Varley Cane Columbus Maine Woods Atnssay Kay ‘Smith Philip Maer J. J. Joharlolen Wesley Keester Meiga County Weed Ponro Churet Watscar Tue Femerey Viamae Alumi Middleport

Church of Christ Hiddiegore Feed 1 Service Schedule

Garnidner Pastor leads Bible School at 9 14, Morning worship on 10 29. Sermon topics include The Cure Lorj Corinth and Sey Plarka ard Tes BROTH. Junior C E service 700 morning service. Mrs Od Tereneb provides a legal donation in Old Testament fin store at the close.

Hiddiegore Garnidner Lorj Corinth Od Tereneb Don

Bradbury Bible School Promises Evening Prayer Service

A church event at Bradbury Church of Christ invites attendees to a Monday prayer service at 7 o clock. The notice mentions a steno teacher Virginia Harne¢ from Mann Business Valley, Columbus, spending time with Mr and Mrs P12 ifarner in Albany.

Aistis Ton Parcats Mhes Virginia Harne Mann Business Valley Columbus Paronia P12 Ifarner Albany

Sites for Schools Being Considered at Amisonville

At Amisonville a state education department representative and local board discuss two sites for a new grade school to be built next summer. One site near the New Addition on the College Building road faces an abandoned coal mine risk. The other lies farther on the David Saler tract but would be remote from the river, with patrons preferring the nearer location.

Atmisonvills Sehonis Con Wagner Iteevon Dobhington Jand Algo Li Mra Syracuse David Salaer Rt Ig

Surprise Birthday and Anniversary Party in Middleport

A surprise party was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Sowers to celebrate Mrs. Sowers birthday and their thirteenth wedding anniversary. Guests exchanged gifts, and enjoyed music, games, and refreshments. Various attendees listed include Charles Lice, Eugene Skinner, Bernley Snyder, Homer Troy, Emory Steiner, and many others from Athens and nearby towns.

Pully Glen Amex Joshua Sowers Hauteland Flanne Shaerrisen Mary Jartison Sudig

Bladder Irritation Medical Ad from Early 1900s

An old advertisement claims thousands suffer bladder irritation and related pains. It promotes a drug named Cystex 4% with a money back guarantee, urging readers to buy at local drug stores. The copy pushes quick relief and asserts safety with no danger or bad side effects.

Kreaue

Comedy and Treble Will Present Play In Masonry Hall

Middleport announces a two act comedy titled Whats in a Name to be staged Monday and Tuesday evenings December 2 and 3 at the Masonry Auditorium. The production, directed by Miss Margaret, requires two casts of local young people and features the Pride of Ohio lodge 270 group aiding in the effort.

TL A Miey Margarete Les Drateatie

Deaths of Anna Eather Meade and Nathan Meade in Letart

Anna E Meade 44 died at her Letart home after months of illness. Husband Nathan Meade died a month earlier. Survived by daughter Afre i. Legertt and son Clarches. Funeral from M E Church Monday afternoon with burial at Lelart Cemeteries.

Letart Falls Anna Eather McDade Nathin Mefads Meade Legertt Larse Bing Ateron Amisons Clarches Charleston M. E Lelart Cyineters

Death of Mrs I W McCoy at Ravenswood Meigs County

Word arrived Friday of the death of Mrs I W McCoy of Ravenswood West Virginia wife of the longtime Catonial Theater manager for twenty years. She was well known in Meigs County. Funeral services will be Sunday afternoon at Ravenswood Baptist Church.

Pomeroy I. W. McCoy Ravenswood Catonial Theater

Back to Health Endorses New Konjola Remedy

Mrs Cartle of 350 Walnut Street Gellesa Ae declares Konjola relieved rheumatism water retention and indigestion after two bottles. She says the tonic restored health and eased housework pains. Sold at McKee Drug Store in Athens and leading druggists in the area.

Konjole Cartle Walnut Street Gellesa Athens Mc-Kee

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