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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1941

Page

7

Extensive cage seed ahead for Ohio colleges

Ohio colleges announce a 1941-42 basketball schedule totaling 422 contests. The Ohio Conference comprises 121 league games, 153 non-league matchups, and 148 exhibitions, with teams traveling coast to coast and into Canada and Mexico. Ohio State opens with Great Lakes Naval, then trips to California. Centre, Xavier, Case, Baldwin Wallace, and others schedule varied dates including Christmas and New Year games. Rio Grande plans a five-game southern swing starting December 15, facing Athens and West Virginia.

Ohio Flyers Buckeye Atlantic California Canada Gulf Mexico Tes Kentucky Kansas Indiana Atchison Pennsylvania Mllinois Virginia North Carolina Marietta Baldwin- Wallace Toledo Dartmouth de Sales Assumption Wp Canada Mexico City Y.M.C.A Michigan St. Mary’s Ohio State University Bucks Great Lakes Naval Training Station Harold G. Olsen Ets Creighton Omaha Neh Sianted U. of California Little Rio Grande Rio Grandes Athens

Mrs Effie Fennell Taken to Hospital in Athens

Chauncey Mrs Effie Fennell wife of Thomas Fennell was taken by ambulance Monday to Sheltering Arms Hospital for Treatment. She has been ill three months with a serious condition and was accompanied by Dr Sanders and her family members.

Chauncey Effie Fennell Thomas Fennell Sheltering Arms Hospital

Basketball Scores Across Colleges and Teams

A compilation of varying scores from multiple college games. Notable results include De Sales 71 over Indiana Tech 3 and Texas A and M 83 over Sam Houston State 50, with many midrange margins and several double digit outcomes.

John Marshall Blue Ridge Morris Harvey Potomac State Duke Georgetown Sam Houston State Texas A Baylor Southwestern Tex St. Edwards East Central Okla East Texas State Northwestern Western Michigan Purdue Wabash Indiana Central Illinois State Normal Michigan State Central Michigan Minnesota South Dakota Loyola Arkansas State Iowa State Drake DePaul Chicago Pittsburgh Kas Washburn Globe Trotters Iowa Wesleyan Hope Grand Rapids Hamline Mankato

Akron Downs Muskingum in Court Opener

Akron edged Muskingum 53 to 51 in the season opener as Lutsch scored 20 for Akron and Holtsclaw had 14 for Muskingum. De Sales defeated Indiana Tech 71 to 31 at Toledo with Knorek scoring 22. Five Buckeye State games were on slate including Bluffton at Kenyon and Rio Grande at Dayton.

Associated Press University of Akron de Sales College of Toledo Akron Muskingum Zippers New Concord Lutsch Holtsclaw

Pacific War Chief Topic At Chicago

Chicago AP reports baseball executives focused on wartime issues with Robert Feiler of the Cleveland Indians planning to enlist rather than wait for draft formalities. Gabby Hartnett tied to Indianapolis managing post, while trade talk mixes with farm system and patriotism debates in national league meetings.

Chicago Robert Feiler Cleveland Indians Bobby Leo Gabby) Hartnett New York Giants Cub Gabby Indianapolis American Association Johnny Mize Dolph Camilli St. Louis Cardinals Brooklyn Dodgers Chieftains National League American League K. M. Landis

Naomi Bible Class to Meet at New Location

The Plains Naomi Bible Class will meet Wednesday December 10 at 8 00 PM at Mrs Bernice Humphrey home. Mrs Neva Dresher will lead the program and a gift exchange will be held. Members are asked to note meeting place change.

Plains Bernice Humphrey Neva Dresher

Chauncey Light Bill Paid by Officials Explained

The village clarifies how a 1939 two mill levy funds the delinquent street light bill. Through 1940 and 1941 payments totaling 1191.28 dollars, officials reduced the debt from 2227.84 to 1240.61, with the levy expected to finish payment when funds are distributed.

Chauncey Ernestine M. Tippett

Fire damages Chauncey Cottage in Chauncey

A defective flue caused a fire at a New York Coal Co. home on Monday. Strong winds hampered suppression by the Chauncey fire department. The three room cottage occupied by Mr and Mrs Clarence Smith and family was badly damaged and most household effects were destroyed.

Chauncey New York Coal Co Clarence Smith Chauncey Fire Department

Chauncey Weekend Visits Highlight Local Families

Mr and Mrs Walter O Rourke and daughter Marilyn and Earl Mullins of Powhatan spent the week end in Chauncey with Ben Mullins and family. Kathryn McDaniel Susan Vore Eleanor Sharick and son Dwight of Millfield visited Columbus Saturday. Charles Fenders and Margaret Johnston of Columbus spent the week end in Chauncey at Burg Johnston's home. Mae Wade of Millfield visited Dayton friends. Chester Sanders of Millfield is recovering at home. James E Brooks and Cora Ferrel of Trenton Michigan visited Chauncey to see Elizabeth Ferrel and family. Mary Civille Geraldine Parry Betty Isabel Courtney Ohio University students spent Sunday in Chauncey.

Chauncey Walter O’rourke Marilyn Earl Mullins Powhatan Ben Mullins Mill St Kathryn McDaniel Susie Vore Near Chauncey Eleanor Sharick Dwight Millfield Columbus Charles Fenders Margaret Johnston Mae Wade Dayton Chester Sanders James E. Brooks Cora Ferrel Trenton Mich Elizabeth Ferrel High St. Mary

Chauncey Lodge Rebekah Inspection at South Perry

Friday night inspection of the Rebekah lodge at South Perry led by Mrs. Ruth Bridgewater of Forest Rose Chauncey with District No. 54 inspector. Attending Forest Rose Chauncey chapter were Mrs. Martha Shafer Kate Johnson Lily Sweeney Georgia Allen Ella England Laura Russell and Grace Stalder.

Chauncey Rebekah Lodge South Perry Ruth Bridgewater Forest Rose

Revival services continue at Chauncey Methodist Church

Revival services proceed this week at the Chauncey Methodist Church with Rev Charles Palmer as evangelist assisted by Rev and Mrs Harry Fagan of Shelby Ohio Fagan handles piano vocals and accordion Mrs Fagan also aids with the young peoples work Plans for the annual Christmas party and gift exchange to be discussed Thursday night at Forest Rose Rebekah lodge meeting

Chauncey Methodist Church Charles Palmer Harry Fagan Shelby Fagan Forest Rose Rebekah Lodge

Fullerton's Sports Roundup Previewing War Impact on Athletics

Sports leaders assess the wartime effect noting curtailed schedules but continued boxing soccer and rugby in England for morale. Football likely to suffer as it relies on college players. Hank Greenberg may be drafted and Joe Louis could face minimal impact after his birthday. Budd Baer trains for Louis bout. Foxx may stay with Red Sox. Ed Buckhouse elected president of Norfolk Duke alumni. Van Mungo expected to perform with the Millers under Mike Kelley’s guidance.

Hugh Fullerton New York England Hank Greenberg Joe Louis Utah Hawaii Buddy Baer Buddy Louis Jimmy Foxx Red Sox Ed Buckhouse Norfolk Duke Minneapolis van Mungo Millers Mike Kelley

Grimes Signs as Toronto Manager Sparking Leafs Nonsense

Burleigh Grimes signs on as Toronto manager while a quip about renaming the Leafs to Beefs circulates in Rochester. The note reflects a playful leading line in the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle.

Paul Pinckney Rochester N.Y Democrat and Chronicle Burleigh Grimes Toronto Leafs

Hutson and Isbell lead Packers laughing win line

The Appleton Post-Crescent’s Dick Davis notes a Packers blowout of the Redskins with Hutson and Isbell drawing a smile. The Norfolk Ledger-Dispatch mentions a bowling item titled Luncheon lassies fattening margin.

Green Bay Packers Washington Redskins Dick Davis Appleton Wis Post-Crescent Hutson Isbell Norfolk Ledger-Dispatch

Vinton County Cage League Scores and Week Schedule

Vinton 46 over Richland 12 and Vinton 19 to Zaleski 13. Zaleski 21 to McArthur 15. Richland 27 to Wilkesville 11. Games this week include Dec 10 McArthur at Hamden and Dec 12 Richland at McArthur Zaleski at Wilkesville Hamden at Vinton Rural.

Vinton Richland Zaleski McArthur Wilkesville Hamden Vinton Rural McArthur - O Wilkesville O Richland Caneesuwe Zaleski Sanamee Richland Sennen Hardenee Wilkesville Enweepee McArthur

Splendid Response in Drive Reported by Scout Leader

Glouster Boy Scouts held a clothing and paper drive Saturday. Scoutmaster Ralph Hines credited overwhelming support from residents and local stores. He urged missed donors to deliver items and noted wards toward war metal collection. Eighteen scouts attended the meeting focusing on compass work.

Glouster Boy Scouts Ralph Hines Gamwell's Williams Carpenter Hardware Co Drury Drug Store LeFavor's Vaughn

Youth NYA Meeting in Glouster

An all male NYA youth meeting is set for Wednesday at 10 a m in Glouster Mayor Williams office. NYA project supervisor John Siemer will outline future projects for the area.

Glouster NYA Thomas Williams John Siemer

Many From Distance Attend Mavin Rites

Distanced mourners gathered for the funeral of Thomas Mavin. Attendees included Mr and Mrs George Mavin and Mr and Mrs Robert Mavin of Greensboro Pa, Mr and Mrs George Doyle and Mr and Mrs Walter Mavin of Uniontown Pa, and others from Springfield Fostoria Wellston Jackson Columbus Rose Farm and Corning.

Glouster Thomas Mavin George Mavin Robert Mavin Greensboro George Doyle Walter Mavin Uniontown Charles Davis Springfield J. E. Myers Raymond Thomas Davis Thomas, Jr William Heck Bill Fostoria Silas Rhodes Wellston Ernest Larwood Jackson George Jacobs Frank Uranker Richard McCrea George Wright Columbus Carl Lamb George Lamb Maggie Lamb John Morrison Rose Farm

Glouster Sunday School Class Plans Christmas Party

The Church of Christ Sunday School class taught by Delmar Gladden will hold a Christmas party in the church social rooms Friday at 7 p m. A gift exchange will be held and a potluck lunch will be served.

Glouster Church of Christ Delmar Gladden

Glouster Social Notes Highlights Local Visits

Glouster residents host and visit kin and friends from Shawnee Kent State University Elyria Columbus Athens and Fostoria with weekend trips and hospital updates. Notable names include Joe Humphrey, Mrs Cora Penman, Mrs Clyde Haskins, Lynn Stanbaugh and Mrs Jane Hooks.

Beshara Team Wins Two From Luckoff’s in City League

In a City League match Beshara’s Confe... won two of three against Luckoff’s Monday night. Joe McAllister posted a 596 high triple and Jack Sharlike scored 215 for best single game. Jacksonville Mothers' Club to meet Wednesday at 7 for annual Christmas party with gift exchange at Mrs A Woodgerd’s home.

Glouster Beshara Luckoff Joe McAllister Jack Sharlike Jacksonville Jacksonville Mothers’ Club

Bulldogs Open Southeast League Season Against Gallip Blue Devils

The Athens Bulldogs launch SE League play facing the Gallipolis Blue Devils Friday night in a $2 opener at home. Coach and players projected a strong season with seniors like Bill Sprague Howard Bobo Ben Fufton John Finsterwald leading the push for the SE crown.

Bulldogs Gallip Blue Devils Athens Bulldogs Gallipolis Blue Devils Athens Bill Sprague Howard Bobo Ben Fufton John Finsterwald Bulldog Lackey Gallipolis Jackson Pomeroy

Vinton Rural Quintets Win Pair of Games

The Vinton Rural teams won both varsity and reserve contests on Friday night. The Cubs routs the Cups 31 to 10, while the Tigers beat the Bulldogs 19 to 13 behind Gregory and a strong defense.

Zaleski Vinton Rural Vinton Cubs Zaleski Cups Vinton Tigers Zaleski Bulldogs Gregory Vinton Hamden Railroaders

Women’s Society for Christian Service Soup Sale

The Women’s Society for Christian Service will hold a soup sale at 11 o’clock on Wednesday at the Methodist Church.

Jacksonville— Women’s Society For Christian Service Methodist Church

Junior Class Clears 40 At Chicken Dinner

The Junior Class of J-T High School cleared 40 dollars at a Saturday chicken dinner held at the American Legion hall. Robert Morrison, class president, reports thanks to parents, the public and faculty for their generous help.

Glouster J-T High School American Legion Hall Robert Morrison

Millfield Needle Club hostess Wednesday night

Mrs. Clarence Sanders will host the Millfield Needle Club at her home in Millfield on Wednesday evening.

Chauncey Clarence Sanders Millfield Needle Club

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