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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1949
Page
5
Athens County's new car titles rose to 178 in November, the highest since July, amid a post war production upturn. total registrations fell from October to November with used car and truck totals down, while overall registrations totaled 915 and fees reached 1056.55 dollars with most going to the county.
The witness testified that he recalled little after leaving Glouster and claimed he found himself at Lima State Hospital 18 months later. Prosecutor Gray mapped the state's theory of his taxi ride from Athens to Glouster to the Mills home in Monsarat and asked about the Bailey shooting. Spencer repeatedly said he did not remember. He was the defense's fifth witness in the trial that began last Wednesday.
The Athens National Guard will hold two drill periods this week as many members will be away for Christmas. Lt. James M. Abraham, commander, said drills will be Monday and Thursday at the Armory from 7 to 9 30 p.m.
Vance Webb of Poca West Virginia was fined ten dollars and costs Monday morning after pleading guilty to intoxication charges in Mayor W P Mickle's court.
A turbine fault at Floodwood power plant cut electricity across Athens County starting 7:35 a.m. Lights returned by 11:05 a.m. after service was restored in Nelsonville New Marshfield Albany areas, with delays caused by line overloads.
A car driven by 17 year old Jerry R Chambers overturned Saturday night in front of the James Filling Station on West Union Street. Passengers Don Carr 17 and Don Chambers 13 were uninjured. The driver and car owner Mrs. Freda Chambers reside at 75 Stewart Street. Police noted the right side of the car demolished and estimated speed at about 35 mph. Chambers said steering wheel locked causing the spin and rear crash against the opposite curb leading to the overturn.
Carl C. Conant, 63, a contractor, died Sunday morning at his Strouds Run home after a two week illness. Surviving are his wife Ella four sons Leiland of Lorain Ernest Benny and Pearl all of Athens a brother Harve of Lancaster two sisters Mrs Mabel Saffel Chauncey and Mrs May Calentine Lancaster and eight grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1 30 p m at Woolley funeral home by Rev Albert Ervin. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery near Nelsonville. Friends may call at the funeral home anytime.
COLUMBUS Ohio Civil Service Commission was notified of the dismissal of Maxine Welch of Wellston from Athens State Hospital as an attendant. The action takes effect December 13 after a 30 day suspension. She was accused of malfeasance in wearing patient clothing.
November real estate transfers totaled 104, down from October and near the year's low. Claudis Chavel’s records show 54 mortgages, 10 easements, 40 leases, 521 chattels, and one discharge, with total fees $544.95 and year to date fees $5743.60.
Athens County probate court records show 17 marriage license applications in November, up from 14 in October and the highest November total since 1946. For the year 197 applications, vs 177 the prior year through the same period, with average male age 30 and female 24.7. ten applicants under 21.
State Highway Patrol said four cars escaped injury after a Sunday morning crash on Route 50 west of Coolville. icy highway conditions caused the mishap as Ernest R. Glazier age 61 of Dalton Avenue and Hunter B. Vannoy age 21 of Belpre collided, with F. M. Krieg age 62 of Philadelphia and Flava Donald Bennett age 63 of Lancaster skidding into them. all four vehicles damaged.
Births list two Athens couples a daughter for Mr and Mrs Charles Smith and a daughter for Mr and Mrs Gene Roush. Admissions include Mrs Carol Gustavson Athens for surgery Mrs Blanche R Mills Athens for medical Otto Duncan Trimble for medical. Dismissals note Mrs Helen Stephenson Glouster and Mrs Harry Westfall Jr Nelsonville and son Mrs Collins M Ogle McArthur Route 2 and son Mrs Addie Green Mineral.
Hogs steady to higher with all weights and sows 9.80 to 15.50. cattle show ranges from 4.70 to 24.90 for different grades. Milk cows 65 to 167 per head. Holstein heifers 187.50 to 227.50. veal top 29.90 with many grades listed. sheep 5.50 to 11.10. lambs 14 to 23. Lamb market notes plus Point Pleasant cattle and veal summaries.
The Athens Elks lodge held its 45th memorial service at the Athens High School Auditorium honoring nine members who died since the last service. District deputy H. V. Tom delivered the memorial address as the Interchurch Youth Choir provided music.
The Athens Inter church Choir sang twice after its Elks Memorial service, first in Athens then Amesville for a Christmas program led by Mrs. Carl Nessley. Mrs. Don Tullis entered Palmer House Deaconess Hospital in Boston for medical treatment, with Rev. Don Tullis staying there with son Dr. James Tullis.
Chauncey Dover football banquet set for Thursday December 15 in the Millfield Church of Christ basement. Ohio University coach Carroll Widdoes will address players and guests. tickets available through the high school coaching staff. George Christman, principal, toastmaster.
Tom Evans of the Albany area submitted a three move problem to a Cleveland Plain Dealer chess column. The editor notes no solver matched the key, the first time in over 20 years that this occurred.
The report notes weekend temperatures from a low of 20 degrees Saturday night to 46 degrees Sunday with a high of 44 on Saturday. Rain Sunday morning measured .03 inches. Under clearing skies the temperature fell to 24 degrees, and at 9:45 a. m. today the official reading was 31 degrees.
James Rogaski Jr of Guysville named in AP listing of seven liquor permit holders penalized for violations. He operates Jim's Beer and Lunch in Carthage Township. Charged with unlawful possession, he received a 30 day suspension but it was withheld pending behavior.
State Highway Patrol arrested two drivers on Route 33 on Sunday. Harry A. Logston of East Liverpool, 23, was fined $10 and costs, while John H. Pierce, 19, Route 3 Athens, was fined $20 and costs after arraignment before Mayor W. P. Mickle.
Mr and Mrs William Mills of Columbus visit Chauncey staying with his brother and sister in law Mr and Mrs Joseph Mills of Millfield during the trip.
Chauncey Methodist Church Ladies Aid will hold an all day quilting session in the church next Thursday. Members will gather for sewing and fellowship to complete several quilting projects.
Kath MacDaniel was re elected president of the Needle Club at the home of Elizabeth Patton in Millfield. Vice president is Mrs Patton secretary Mabel Smith and treasurer Nellie Brookins. Guests were Mrs Betty Patton and Lulu Barr. Christmas party and gift exchange planned for Dec 20 at Elizabeth Robinett home. Program leaders are Edith McDaniel and Elizabeth Patton.
Martha Class of Millfield Church of Christ met at the church on Thursday. The forenoon featured quilting and a noon potluck. Next Thursday officers will be elected and a potluck dinner planned. Present were Nellie Russell Elizabeth Robinett Jessie Fulton Myrtle Wilcox Garnet Blower Mabel Shaner Edith McDaniel.
The Ladies' Aid Society of The Plains Methodist Church held an all day quilting session at the church on Thursday. Present were Mary Evans Shafer Rosa Cade Catherine Smith Ida Davies and Ruth Grace. They will meet again next Thursday to continue quilting.
The Chauncey Fellowship Society met at Mrs. Orson Hunts home with Mrs. Lacey McNutt presiding. Karad Hunt led devotions and Delmont King played piano as readings were shared. Plans were made for a Christmas party and gift exchange. Re– sememente were served buffet style.
The Millfield Thursday night Bridge Club will meet at the home of Mrs Grace Borden in Millfield this Thursday.
Evan Morgan and sister Maggie Morgan from The Plains visited their Aunt Mary Meinhart at 109 Converse Street in Chauncey. The trip reflects typical family visits in regional communities.
Mrs Minnie Willis of Millfield has been reported ill at her Millfield residence. The notice notes her condition and locality without detailing diagnosis or treatment.
Athens County fair board votes to ban pari mutuel horse race betting at the 1950 fair and replaces two top officials J Howard Cline and L C Baker after long terms. Conrad Mulligan becomes president Erle Bridgewater secretary. six directors elected to the 18 member board.
A fire at a pre fabricated Veterans Village home near the Ohio University Airport damaged a wall partition between William Hepler’s residence and an adjoining apartment. Firefighters responded at 9:35 p.m. and contained the blaze within minutes. a hole burned through the partition though only part of the wall was affected. The origin was undetermined, with the fire first appearing behind the cooking stove.
November permits issued by the Safety Service Director rise to 47 260 the highest in months. Tra C Davis at Charles Ave 15 360 Bardin Brothers Elmwood and Shannon 10 000 and 8 000 Thomas B Watkins Lincoln and Hudson 6 000. Other permits include Carpenter Hardware remodel storefront 1 000 W H Lowman 71 W Washington garage 1 000 Charles Andrews 8 College restaurant 5 000 K E McAfee 18 N McKinley garage 300 Lucile Duffee 33 W Washington residence addition 600.
The Plains Band Boosters Club will meet in the high school community room Tuesday to finalize plans for a community Christmas tree on December 20 on the lawn at Virgie's Confectionery in The Plains. Mrs. Luther Cruikshank and Mr and Mrs Leslie Cruikshank visited their cousin Mrs Nina Collins in Nelsonville, now seriously ill and taken by ambulance to Leta Tignor's home.
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