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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1931
Page
20
A local banker argues Christmas shopping boosts employment and the economy. He illustrates how a single purchase cycles through woodchoppers, mill workers, drivers, and retailers, creating jobs and lifting mood as millions buy gifts this season.
Wilkes-Barre man William Arner went to the Berwick police station asking for lodging and declared he could eat an electric light globe. A burned bulb on a table was crushed and swallowed by Arner who appeared unaffected after being released the next morning.
The South East Ohio Motor Club notes many shoppers choose motor club memberships as holiday gifts. The AAA affiliated program offers a one year service package with welcome letter, membership card, car emblem, tour book, emergency road service details and local traffic rules. Community value and widespread benefits are highlighted by secretary H N Burgett.
Luther Turner and nephew Everett Turner died instantly Monday when a cave in of slate collapsed in a hill mine near Zaleski Ohio. Several hours of effort were needed to recover the bodies from the mass of fallen slate.
Jasper Hill and nearby families hosted several visitors from Gore Marion Athens and Guysville over the weekend. Miss Bernice Metcalf from Hustieville stayed with the Smith sisters. The Lottridge school Thanksgiving program drew local residents.
Syracuse residents host and visit relatives in Columbus and nearby towns. Ohio State University student Helen Grace Williams returns from Columbus for Thanksgiving with her parents. The Asbury Methodist Ladies Aid meets Wednesday and the World Missionary Society gathers that evening with Mrs. Bridgeman. Church services continue at the United Brethren Church led by Rev. Wilson.
Shawnee resident Miss Elieni McMillen spent the weekend with friends. Logan visits include Mrs. Valley Ray and others. A marriage united Willard Koble Francis and Isabel Severance in McCyneville. Local calls and visits spread across Columbus, Crooksville, Newark, Worthington, and Glouster with several illness and a car incident noted but no serious injuries.
Kansas City visitor Broadwell Harry Hayborn stayed with his father G. W. Hayborn and relatives. Howard and Jessie Rathburn of Columbus visited with their parents. Gladys Preast returned home to Columbus after a two week stay. Harkins family and sons James and Harold visited Scott Whiter in Wast land. Ralph Young of Amesville visited with Joe Young family. Arthur Conant Clyde Conant Lote Brill Gladys Preast Enid Ogg visitors Sunday. Leonard Ogg and daughters Enid Dorothy Conant called on friends in Stewart. Arthur Viscent of Guysville spent Thursday with Ida Nice. Rev Plumer and family visited Arch Sprouse.
An Ohio monument honoring General George Armstrong Custer, born December 5, 1839 in New Rumiley, is shown and likely to be dedicated next summer on the battle anniversary. The famed Indian fighter was killed in the 1876 Custer massacre in Montana.
A surprise party for Clifford and Louise Bretz was held Tuesday evening with games and refreshments. Attendees included Lula and Joe Willard, Gertrude Ashcraft, Pauletta McLaughlin, Robert and Melba Moorehead, Virginia Coleman, Garnet Klinengberg, Bob and Joe Chapman, Clarence and Blanche Fuller, Dick Campbell, Sonny Love, Jack Woods, Richard Coen, Billy Chesser, Ray Bean and family, Clarice Cunningham, and Jean Geisendorfer.
A lively review of Christmas gifts from scarves to liqueur sets with French glass decanters and oil lamp replicas. The piece notes soft ribbed wool scarves, pewter ware, copper accents, and practical shoes as popular items, plus fashion and home gift suggestions.
The Navy Bureau of Engineering describes a new diesel engine with light weight, rugged reliability, and long cruising range. Rear Admiral S M Robinson said the design has reached the detailed stage and funds will be sought to build a unit and conduct tests.
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