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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1938

Page

5

Ohio University convocation promotes expansion with student letters

Ohio University plans a December 14 convocation in Memorial Auditorium to mobilize an all campus campaign pressing state legislators for budget appropriations. Torch and Mortar Board will lead a housing unit letter writing drive and campus residents will hear from President Herman Games and B T Grover on needs and plans.

Ohio University Memorial Auditorium Cutler Hall B. T. Grover Torch-Mortar Board Committee

Creakful Cough Relief Ad Promises Creomulsion Benefit

An old advertisement touts Creomulsion as a remedy for coughs chest colds and bronchial irritation claiming it soothes inflamed mucous membranes loosens phlegm and expels germs. The ad promises a refund if not satisfied and urges asking for Creomulsion by name.

Father of 6 Sent to Jail for Drunken Driving

Frank Mayle a WPA employee facing sentencing for drunken driving pleads guilty and tells the judge he hates to lose his job. Common Pleas Judge O F Rowland sentences him to 10 days in jail a $50 fine and costs and revokes his license for six months. Mayle arrested December 6 on US Route 50 while supporting a family of eight. The judge remarks it would have been better if the liquor had been in the car.

Frank Mayle WPA Common Pleas O. F. Rowland Mayle State Highway Patrol Rowland Columbus Ralph Hoye Hoye Guysville Ben Dean Parkersburg W. Va

Truck Hits and Keeps Going on Route 33

Dale C. Williams of Hollandsburg reports a coal truck on Route 33 sideswiped his car near the Athens Hocking county line and fled. Williams suffered a cut and knee scrapes. car damage about 250 dollars. Patrol could not locate the truck. A hay-laden semi from Latty overturned on Route 33 eight miles south of Athens. no injuries. Excessive load cited by state patrol.

Athens-Hocking County Dale C. Williams Hollandsburg State Williams Athens Gerald B. Beever Latty

OU Quartet Sings at McConnelsville Today

The Ohio University mixed quartet toured McConnelsville for two appearances sponsored by the Public Relations Committee. They performed at McConnelsville High School at 8 this morning and will sing again at 7 30 this evening for the American Association of University Women. David Flanagan and Newman Powell accompany.

Ohio University McConnelsville McConnelsville High School American Association of University Women David Flanagan Newman Powell

Army Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Fund Drives

Adjutant Hillis of the Athens Salvation Army announced Christmas kettle work began Saturday December 3 but rain halted collections. Kettles will be placed on Court Street from December 8 to 24. Funds support Christmas baskets and winter relief for Athens and area residents needing aid.

Adjutant Hillis Athens Salvation Army Court St Athens

Jury Praised After Finding Tyron Guilty

Common Pleas Judge O. F. Rowland praised the jury after a 12 member panel convicted John Tyron of drunken driving. The judge warned the defense the new-trial request was overruled and noted the Nelsonville attack case as highly significant, with five youths found guilty of attacking an Athens woman.

Common Pleas O. F. Rowland Rowland John Tyron Tyron Nelsonville Athens Howard Ashcraft John Ray William Funk, Jr Isabel Sharp Goldie Christman Washington Roberts Lenora Lawson Ed Love Noah Harvey Paul Shannon Walter L. Hudson C. T. Atkins Beatrice Theisen

Uniforms Issued to 134th Field Artillery Guardsmen

The 134th Field Artillery Battery C National Guard spent most of last night reissuing freshly cleaned winter elastique uniforms. Training covered close order and gun drill. The unit received a new half ton station wagon to replace a wrecked old vehicle. Corporal Miller and Sergeants Green and Smith have enrolled in sub courses that will qualify them for commissions as second lieutenants.

134Th Field Artillery National Guard Miller Green Smith

Mayor Fines Three One Sent to Jail

Unable to pay a fine of 10 dollars and costs for intoxication Eldon Ma haffey of Athens was committed to the county jail this morning by Mayor C C Cornell. Fines of five dollars and costs were assessed Gordon Harsh and George McKay, students, for intoxication in a Union Street restaurant. All arrests were made by Police Captain Charles Maple and Officer Leslie Bradfield.

Eldon Mahaffey N. Shafer St Athens C. C. Cornell Gordon Harsh George McKay van Vorhes St Union St Charles Maple Leslie Bradfield

Dean Arants Daughter Considers University

Frances Arant daughter of Dean H. W. Arant of Ohio State Law School visited Ohio University with her father. A senior at University School Columbus she weighs colleges and has narrowed choices to Ohio University and Swarthmore with a preference for Ohio University for closer home access.

Frances Arant H. W. Arant Law School Ohio State University Ohio University Miss Arant University School Columbus Ohio U Ohio VU

Stolen Car Recovered in Fern Street

James Baker’s car stolen from a West State Street parking area was found yesterday morning on Fern Street. Police Captain Charles Maple and Officer Leslie Bradfield recovered the vehicle. nothing was reported missing.

James Baker van Vorhes St W. State St Fern St Charles Maple Leslie Bradfield

Columbus Man Jailed for Reckless Driving Fine

Columbus resident Carl E. Teal was jailed after failing to pay a $10 fine and costs levied by Mayor Cliff Cornell for reckless driving. Teal was arrested in Athens by the State Highway Patrol.

Columbus Carl E. Teal Cliff Cornell Teal Athens State Highway Patrol

WPA adult education program committees meet at Ohio University

A full meeting of all WPA adult education program committees will be held on Friday night December 9 at 7 o clock on the second floor of Fast Wing at Ohio University. Chairman J Floyd Dixon announced the date.

Fast Wing Ohio University J. Floyd Dixon

Tyroler Drops Apology in Probate Court Closure

Former Probate Judge Louis Tyroler ends a court session in Common Pleas Court after reading an entry on an apology tied to a political campaign matter. Judge O F Rowland and court officials note the opportunity for apology was given and the avenue is closed.

Louis Tyroler Common Pleas Court O. F. Rowland Tyroler Rowland John Kelso Kelso Dodger Turoler For Probate Dean H. W. Arant Law School Ohio State University American Bar Association Robert Matthews Turoler Avenue

Buckeye State Sheriff's Association Holds Winter Meeting

Deputy Sheriff Charles E. Evans attended the eighth annual winter meeting of the Buckeye State Sheriff's Association in Columbus at the Southern Hotel.

Charles E. Evans Columbus Buckeye State Sheriff's Association Southern Hotel

Tests for Drivers Examinations at County Fairgrounds

Examinations for drivers holding temporary permits will be conducted at the Athens County Fairgrounds on Thursday from 9 a m to 2 p m.

Athens County Fairgrounds

Two Sewing Machines Needed at Toy Shop

The Toy Shop requests two sewing machines to speed up doll dress making for distribution to good girls at Christmas. Women WPA workers are sewing dolls and need machines. Call 935 to arrange pickup and return after the Christmas project.

WPA

Choir of 60 Voices Present Handel Messiah at Presbyterian

Prof. P. L. Peterson of Ohio University directs a 60 voice choir rehearsing Handel's Messiah for a Tuesday evening program at the Presbyterian Church. Soloists include Mrs. Robert Tompkins Miss Jeanne Pace Mr. William Evans Prof. P. L. Peterson and Prof. Carl Nessley.

P. L. Peterson Ohio University Music Department Handel Presbyterian Church Robert Tompkins Jeanne Pace William Evans Carl Nessley

Columbus Sets Sail On Notable Friday Voyage

Christopher Columbus began his voyage of discovery on a Friday, embarking toward unknown lands and new routes. The voyage marked a pivotal moment in exploration and global contact.

Christopher Columbus

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