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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1934

Page

11

Stock market rallies amid mixed gains on Dec 5

The stock market shows a further rally with utilities leading while industrials rise modestly. Gains appear in McKesson, Budd, National Distillers, General Motors, United Aircraft, and others as optimism about credit and demand supports a gradual recovery.

McKesson Weesere Budd Manufac Tovacco B National Distillers Paces Steel General Motors Sanitic United Aircraft Ra- Pac _ B Bethlenem Treasury

Local Notes and Arrivals Include Visits and a Kentucky Marriage

The column mentions Rio Grande returning to hospital for treatment, Randall of Chillicothe, Mn visiting relatives in Wetkeng Lucas, Dorothy Brooks and Ma D Davis visiting parents, Maercy Mae’s week in Spent near San Margate, Jenkins with Mr and Mrs Wilkesville, E Richards of Nounce, and a marriage announcement for Hopner Bess and Willard taking place in Catlettsburg Kentucky.

Allison Randall Chillicothe, Mn Dorothy Brooks Ma. D Davis Margate Jenkins Wilkesville E. Richards Nounce Hopner Bess Willard Catlettsburg

Time er yo and Bunda no NC Sunday schedule

The fragment listsTime and location details with Sunday hours and exceptions. It mentions 1108 a m and 74 p m references, plus daily beeps and daily schedule notes. Names like Outer and Silom appear in unclear context, with several inconsistent time stamps and currency references.

Egg and butter market report shows dull eggs and steady butter

Market notes from Chicago and Toledo list egg receipts and prices with extras at 29 to 31 cents for fresh firsts, pullets at 22 cents, and current receipts 24 to 25. Butter remains firm with creamery extras at 33 cents and standards at 32 cents. Grain quotes show No 2 red wheat around 97 to 98, corn 95 to 96, oats 58 to 59 with minor above-track adjustments. live poultry and other items detailed with varied prices.

Chicago Toledo

Cincinnati and Pittsburgh Produce Prices Report

Cincinnati market reports show Wags and firsts for potatoes with various regional varieties priced around 30 to 33 cents per unit and 100 lb bags. butter creameries at 19 cents pack stock with 26 cents butterfat. poultry prices include colored broilers leghorn fryers and roasting chickens with varied weights and prices. Pittsburgh Bees demand is lower with current receipts 24 to 26 cents and hennery whites extras 28 to 33 cents.

Cincinnati Michigan Maine Green Mountains Colorado McClures New York Idaho Russel Burbanks Ile Pittsburgh Hennery

Livestock Market Quotes For Hogs Cattle Sheep

Hogs 190 to 300 Ibs at 6.25. 140 to 180 Ibs at 5.25. under 110 Ibs 50.50 to 3,050 for sows. Cattle calves 75 steady. good and choice fed steers 708.80. grass steers 5.75 to 6. medium heifers 4.50 to 5. fat cows and bulls 3.50. vealers around 8. Sheep 800 plus lambs steady to higher. good fat lambs under 90 lbs 7.75. 90s 6.50 down. yearlings 5.50. good sheep 3.25 to 50.

Auction and Treasury Report Mixed Markets and Notices

Live animal bids show hogs steady with most at 5.90 and some higher, cattle and calves steady to easier with fat cows 2.50 to 3.50, and beef types quoted above 4.00. Treasury December 3 receipts 32.5 million, expenditures 55.3 million. New York clearing house weekly surplus 726 million. bonds quotations listed. Wool prices in Boston steady to higher for fine wools. notices announce executrix and administratrix appointments in Ohio counties dated 1934 and 1994.

Growth of Coal Field Towns Traced at Rotary Meeting

Nelsonville reports that Rotary Club heard a program led by Rev. Lloyd Evans on building growth in coal fields and neighboring towns from the late 1880s to early 1900s. Walter Leonard of Logan Club attended as a guest as relief agencies study camp abandonment and subsistence homestead projects for affected workers.

Nelsonville Rotary Club Lloyd Evans Walter Leonard The Logan Club

Young People's Choir to Perform at Taylor Ridge Service

Taylor Ridge church will hold regular services at 2 pm next Sunday led by Rev. G B Courtney. The Young People's Choir, directed by Mrs. C M Anglin, will provide special music. Several local families and visitors are mentioned as having Thanksgiving gatherings and travels.

Young People’s Choir of Taylor Ridge Fred Olbers Glen McConkey Athens Dora Heffkin Akron W. D. Coey Gerald Hagle Amesville Blaine Chalfant Jacksonville P. B. Chalfant Harvey Maxwell Hollister Joseph Gaskalla John Eisler Shelbyville Ind John Wenger Mms Wilbur Risley Philip James Sugar Creek Roland Mulpas Boyd Kennedy Robbie Boyd Freda Hanning Lancaster Robert Hanning Forest Kelley C. M. Anglin West Virginia W. B. Golding, Giouster James Golding

Sheriff’s Sale Of Real Estate In Nelsonville Ohio

Athens County Ohio sheriff sale notices a parcel on Jefferson Street Nelsonville. The sale occurs December 31 1934 at 1 30 PM at the courthouse with cash on delivery and a minimum bid two thirds of appraised value. The property is a 50 foot strip along outlet number ten in Nelsonville. The action is under case 15851 G D Gorham Treasurer and Isaac P Primrose et al are defendants.

Ohio Athens County G. D Gorham Isaac P. Primrose Athens Nelsonville Jefferson Street Charles Stratton Gordon B. Gray

Sheriff sale of real estate in Nelsonville Ohio case 15950

In Athens County Ohio the sheriff will sell property in Nelsonville on December 17 1934 at 1 30 PM. The lot 49 Fort Street is part of Inlet 49 with a 66 foot setback per the plat. Appraised at 1250 dollars the price must reach at least two thirds. Sale cash in hand per attorney Forest E Weinrich.

Sherife State of Ohio Athens County Paul A. Warner Citizens Cate Association Logan Athens Nelsonville Fort Street Charles Stratton Forest E. Weinrich

Administratrix Named for Emme Yeomans Estate

Notice that Ethel M. Ross of 507 Whites Road Marietta Ohio has been appointed Administratrix of the Estate of Emme Yeomans deceased of Athens County Ohio dated November 26 1934. Also Clarence E. Palmer of Athens Ohio named Administrator of the Estate of Elizabeth J. Palmer deceased of Athens County Ohio dated November 27 1934.

Nellie Wion Nelsonville Ohio William Wion Athens County M. Johnson Said County Daisy Fleming Amesville Verl Fleming Ethel M. Ross Whites Road Marietta Emme Yeomans Clarence E. Palmer Athens Elizabeth J. Palmer G. M. Johnson

Christmas toy displays and gifts preview in Wheaton’s shop

Local hardware shops show off large red and white fire chief toy trucks for youngsters and a wide range of gifts for all ages. Ed Wynn appeals to kids with toy displays while adults eye fishing tackle and kitchen sets. Sleds bicycles and tools appear for brothers, and electric stoves and glass coffeemakers catch mothers’ interest at Wheaton’s.

Uu Nah Ed Wynn Wheaton's Mother M. W. A

Windon Reaches New Coal Weight Record in Nelsonville

Nelsonville weighs coal records show Dana Windon of the city scales surpassed October’s mark in November with 845 truck loads weighed and total receipts of 54.50. The report notes the trucking volume was lighter early in the month and coal consigned to municipal plants isn’t charged weighing fees.

Nelsonville Dana Windon

Officers elected at Pocahontas degree meeting Nelsonville

At the Degree of Pocahontas meeting on Monday night the officers for the ensuing term were elected. Prophetess Helen Wallace Pocahontas Minnie Whitmore Wenonah Mable Eyre Powhatan Mable Dalton Keeper of Records Hazel Wallace Collector of Wampum Sadie Linton Keeper of Wampum Gertrude Dalton Captain of Degree Team Mable Dalton Trustee Lorzetta Moore.

Nelsonville Degree Pocahontas Prophetess Helen Wallace Minnie Whitmore

Nelsonville Merchants to Meet at Legion Building

Nelsonville Retail Merchants Association will hold their regular monthly meeting Thursday night at 8 15 at the Legion Building.

Nelsonville Nelsonville Retail] Merchants Association Legion Building

Local Personal News From Nelsonville Listings

Edward L. Murphy a student at the Ohio College of Chiropody Cleveland has returned to Cleveland after Thanksgiving with relatives in Nelsonville Miss Lillian Neiman returns from a week in Columbus Miss Mae Harris has gone to Columbus to stay with Mr and Mrs Harris Wood until after Christmas

Edward L. Murphy Ohio College of Chiropody Cleveland Lillian Neiman A. Grinker Columbus Mae Harris John V. Wood Harris Wood Dennis Babbs Shawnee Mack McIntosh Joe Emish Mia Howard Bush Dorothy Riggs Matejorie Eberst Logan Sally Riggs Julia Robeingen Laura Stevenson Lancaster Myra Anna Popocey Clara Keyes Nelemurville Thomas Gears McMilligan Margaret Brutvan Columbons Andrew Brutvan Harold Johnson Glouwster George Brooker Tieten Alexander Mise Mearparet Veytho James Hamer Rettives Nelsonville Mark Diets Charles Trum Mica Mt Capel Moepital Ant William Parks Jacety Aken Parke' Perenta Leste Swyers Crockeville and Arge ‘Tedruw Don Solon Mr. Soton Not Myre Barney Solon Wtyrie

D A Guard Inspection Meeting In Nelsonville

All officers and members of the Guard of the D of A are asked to attend Friday night inspection. White attire requested. Mrs Elizabeth Durst district deputy from Pomeroy will inspect. A chicken dinner will be served after the meeting.

Nelsonville Guard of the D. of A Elizabeth Durst Pomeroy

Past Chiefs of Pocahontas to Meet at Hazel Wallace Home

Nelsonville notice states the Past Chiefs of the Degree of Pocahontas will meet tonight at Hazel Wallace's residence. All Past Pocahontas members have been asked to attend.

Nelsonville Hazel Wallace

Bridge Club Hostess Entertains Nelsonville Guests

Mrs C B Hoadlett entertained her bridge club with guests Mrs Frank Jackson Mrs Leonard Cooley and Miss Irma Wilson playing three tables. Luncheon was served high scores were posted by Mrs Miller Wilson and Mrs Don ald Shafer while Mrs Cooley led the guests.

Nelsonville Frank Jackson Leonard Cooley Irma Wilson Hoadlett Miller Wilson Donald Shafer Cooley

St Andrews Church Benefit Bridge and Euchre Night

Nelsonville notices a St Andrews Church benefit event at the Parish Hall tomorrow night. The bridge and euchre party begins at 7 o clock with proceeds helping church activities.

Nelsonville The Ladies of

Johnson Pleads Guilty After Public Square Disturbance

John Johnson of Carbondale pled guilty on arraignment before Mayor Hol land on Tuesday night for quarreling and fighting. He was fined ten dollars and costs as a participant in the disturbance on the Public Square last Saturday night. several other arraignments are expected.

Nelsonville John Johnson Carbondale G. Holland

Ohio Liquor Reform Gains Ground Says Officials

Ohio leaders discuss temperance progress as repeal shows improvement over prohibition. Col. Hughes notes bootleggers shrinking while Leonard cites reduced demand and rising taxes as factors. They estimate illicit output shrinking but warn bootleggers remain a danger until federal taxes drop.

Former Dexter resident dies in next state

W R Amos and son Donald rushed to New Castile Pennsylvania after the sudden death of R D Amos formerly a successful Meiga County farmer. Funeral held Sunday at 2 30 PM. Various local residents are listed visiting relatives and attending Thanksgiving gatherings.

Dexter Next State W. R. Amos Donald New Castile R. D. Amos Meiga County Billie Perry Upper Salem W. R. Halliday Harold Smith Bruce Cleveland S19 Farmers Institute Em Center de i

Rush A Hayman Dies At Letart Falls Home

Rush Acton Hayman age 25 died Tuesday afternoon at his parents home in Letart Falls after long illness. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 3 PM at Letart Church with burial in Letart Cemetery. He is survived by his parents and four brothers Ray Hobart Hurley and Paul.

Pomeroy Rush Acton Haymar Ge Hayman Letart Falls Letart Church Letart Cemetery Fou Brothers Ray Hobart Hurley Paul

Yuletide Spirit Hits Nelsonville

Nelsonville public square glows with holiday decorations. A large tree near the fountain is surrounded by electric streamers. The Retail Merchants Association funded the decorations, Southern Ohio Electric Company oversees installation, and the municipal light plant supplies the current.

Nelsonville Retail Merchants Association Southern Ohio Electric Company Municipal Light Plant

Dr Hugh I Evans to Speak Twice at Nelsonville church

Dr Hugh I Evans of Dayton returns from an Eastern Europe tour meeting American ambassadors and world affairs, to speak Thursday at Nelsonville Presbyterian Church. A 6 pm Men's Brotherhood talk includes a turkey dinner, followed by a public 8 pm address in the church auditorium. Motion pictures of Russia will be shown.

Nelsonville Hugh I. Evans Dayton Europe Nelsonville Presbyterian Church Russia

East School P T A Bazaar Sets Dec 14 With Sample Fair

Final arrangements are under way for the East School Parent-Teachers' Association bazaar to be held Friday December 14. An added attraction this year is a Sample Fair with numerous samples of nationally advertised products to be given to those who enter the room. Further announcements will follow.

Nelsonville Parent-Teachers' Association

Volley Ball Meeting for Nelsonville Thuresey League

Citizens are urged to attend a meeting at Nelsonville Senior High School Room 5 on Thursday December 6 at 7 o clock to organize a Thuresey night league. Participants should bring uniforms as play could begin that night with Cr Hannahas leading recreation for a second year.

Nelsonville Cr. H. Hannahas

Bradbury Benefit Draws Many to School Event

Bradbury school held a Friday night play and carnival to raise funds. Net proceeds reached 21 dollars as community members such as Mrs Louise Evans and Mr Wayne King visited relatives nearby. Local residents attended funerals, shared meals, and planned church events while Bible School attendance reported at Bradbury 70 and Bradford 65.

Minersville Rob B. Carson Bradford Church of Christ Lizzie Archer Wesley Steward Rutland Bradbury Bradford Benney Scott CCC Rocksprings Winfield Scott

Infantry Prepares For National Guard Inspector Visit

Company L of the 166th Infantry Ohio National Guard conducted intensive drills Monday night to ready for a forthcoming inspection by Major David R. Smith from Delaware. Sgt. Barnhart Hugggins McBride Murphy and Shafer led formation, riot duty, scouting, extended order rifle drills, and basic marksmanship. Capt. Shafer and Lieuts. Murphy and MecCr um attended the National Guard Convention in Columbus.

166Th Infantry Ohio National Guard David R. Smith Delaware Everett Barnhart Clifford Huggins Lewis McBride L. V. Murphy T. W. Shafer C. H. MecCrum Company L National Guard Columbus

Miners flood Mojave after two rich gold strikes near Silver Queen

Hundreds of prospectors swamp Mojave California as two new gold finds near the Silver Queen vein are reported, boosting the town as a booming bonanza area in the West.

Mojave Calif

Murray High Alumni Meet Planned for Dance Night

Murray City Ohio reports a Murray High School alumni gathering Thursday to plan a school dance. Charles Robinson Jr. will preside over the meeting at the high school. The Ever-ready Class social is set for Monday, Dec 10.

Murray High School Robinson Murray City Murray City High School Charles Robinson Jr Newton Irwin Irwin

Hitler's Power Discussed

Lengyel outlines dangers facing Hitler including leadership challenges within Germany and the risk of opposition from rival political figures. He warns against economic policy shifts and potential revolts while noting religious tensions and the uneasy balance with France and Moscow.

Geology Talk Explains Ohio West Virginia Gas Drilling

Frank W. Phillips of the Ohio Fuel Gas Company lectured the Athens Rotary Club on long term gas well records and geology. He noted 65 percent of wells are dry, cited deep Clinton sand wells at 7 600 feet and temperatures of 180 degrees, and discussed reservoirs, exploration risks, and the need for extended supply drives for Athens Bay and iri Sent over the week.

Athens Ohio Clinton Phillips Amalisca Buss Atone Philips Cambridee Rotary Club Athens Bay Iri

Funeral service for Stuart Betts set Thursday

Funeral service for Stuart Betts will be held at the residence near New Pittsburgh at 1 30 Thursday afternoon with burial in Payne Cemetery according to a death notice.

Nelsonville Man Held to Grand Jury

Nelsonville resident Gay D. Widenour appeared before Magistrate C H M Porter in Athens charged with attempting to defraud Citizens' Central Bank of Nelsonville. Sheriff Stratton Ridenour reported the plea of not guilty and bound over to the Grand Jury on a 3100 bond.

Nelsonville Gay D. Widenour Miaxistrate C. HM. Rorter Athens Citizens’ Central Bank of Stratton Ridenour Grand Jury

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