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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1927

Page

2

Bootlegger fined for illicit liquor in Middleport

Milron and Haddox led officers to a bootlegger on Pratl street Middleport on November 29. Millron received a marked ten dollar bill and retrieved liquor, while Haddox escaped without liquor. The defendant was arraigned in Judge Cora Roberts' court as police pursued the liquor dealer.

Cora Roberts Pratl Street Middleport Gallia Milron Charles Haddox Millron Haddox Beckett Miliron Huaddox Mullion Pomeroy Denver

Lion Is Broken Pomeroy Recollects English Estate Loss

The report recalls Pomeroy of Pittsburg MM reflecting on a thal estate in England and his ship memory. He now suffers after an heirloom he treasured was broken during a major voyage across the ocean.

Pomeroy Pittsburg Thal England Orean

Old Landmark Grows While Plant Shifts in Pomeroy

Pomeroy reports a local landmark giving way to progress as older business owners Blaetnar and Vuaettnar shift from wagon and paint work toward a broader development plan. John P. Blaettnar now leads the enterprise as it transitions away from the longtime ante-arena role toward new growth.

Pomeroy Bml Vuaettnar Viaettnar Aetiaue Blaetinar John PF

Plans Underway for New Plant in Pomeroy

After years of lawsuits, work has begun on a new building and plant in Pomeroy. Although plans are not finalized, officials assure a structure worthy of the town and its rising industrial prominence will be completed.

Pomeroy

House Coal Mine For Union Miners Now in Operation

POMEROY December 19 a new home coal mine operates on the Kereshan road near the fairground hill under the United Mine Workers. Miners may mine their coal and have it delivered to homes by truck with excess production possibly sold locally. The “help yourself” mine is named Campbell Coal Company in honor of President Fich Campbell of the U M W O.

Pomeroy Kereshan Road Fairground Hill United Mine Workers’ Organization Pune Campbell Coal Company Presigent Fich Campbell TU. M. W

Entertainment at Middleport Proves a Success

In Middleport the Friday program drew strong attendance with local acts and a closing patter by Dan Parmer. The show featured Howell and Warner performing several numbers while the audience enjoyed the light entertainment and community enthusiasm.

Middleport Elu Entertainment Atl High Sc I, Howell Sof press+ Warner Rema Ks Clay Sung Pep Dan Parmer

Lydia Taylor Dies At Home Friday

Lydia Taylor, wife of the late Proday or bs, passed away Friday at her Hartford area home. The obituary notes survivors including Mrs. Char Pata and family in Columbus. Funeral arrangements list 2 o’clock in the EI cemetery with local clergy to officiate. A pastorate resignation is mentioned in connection with Loy and Christian work in the community.

Thas Hartford Vior Char Pata Eumine Oleiosk

Veteran Succumbs in Coolville Death Notice

Washington count mourns the passing of Brown in Coolville after 43 years of service. The deceased left two children Mary Brows and Ira Grow, with services at 11 o'clock conducted by Rev Hauer.

Coolville Brown Washington Coun

Ohio University Women to Attend National Religious Meeting

Ten Ohio University women students will attend the National Volunteer Movement conference in Detroit, with Dean Irma representing the university. The event gathers delegates from colleges across the United States to discuss religion and missionary work under leaders like Sherwood Eddy and Harry Ward.

Ohio Unity National Volunteer Movement Centre Detroit Irma Ohio Meersty United States Rity Denner Sopho Gladys War Florence Byrd Ethel Thrite Coon Beulah Mac Mildietown Grace Stior Entler Pennsy Phomare Bodle Senior Sonee Theora Bartholomew Hietaan Eprint Hattietor Gallipolis Sonny Sulieet Milwast Yeu Sherwood Eddy Desvol Harry F. Ward Cie

Athens School Notes Christmas Party Pupils Present

Readable text shows Athens school notes mentioning a Christmas gathering or party involving pupils and teachers. The fragment hints at student participation and school activities during the holiday period.

Hamden Officer Stricken By Stroke On Duty

Polmaster at Hamden suffers sudden stroke while on duty. He was removed to his home in serious condition, previously had an artie stroke. His recovery remains doubtful as he fights paralysis and aftercare.

Polmaster Hamden

Mother's Pension Terminated in Probate Court

Athens County Probate Court ends Manche Rails pension after remarriage. Court lowers admin fees on estate of Swester M. Goodtieh after finding $25,000 misthought. reduces heirs' costs. Will and probate actions include Clarence I Horn, Daniel McBride, Bertrand Tower, and Edwin D Sayre cases with witnesses McCann and Bertha Stickney.

Athens County Manche Rails Goodtieh Clarence If. Horn William A. Rustin William Rustin Arthur A Sayre Edwin D Ferror Court of Common Seotare

Sayre’s Fifteen Word Will Presented for Probate

The fourteen word or fifteen word will of Judge Edwin J. Sayre of the Fourth District Court of Appeals was offered to Athens County Common Pleas Court for probate on a Saturday. Witnesses included M. Johnson and J.P. Wood. The court will fix a hearing time for probate.

Atheny County Comemon Pleas Court Edwin J. Sayre Fourth District Court of Appeals Common Pleas Court M. Johnson Athens County Robate Court W. Sayre SM. Johnson J.P. Wood

Athens County Automobile Club Averts Cold Weather Breakdowns

The Athens County Automobile Club reports its service truck answered about five emergency calls daily since cold weather began. Secretary Captain HL N Burgett notes higher demand as temperatures drop and the truck assists motorists in distress.

Athens County Auto Club Athens County Automobil Club HL. N. Buregett Burgett

Health conditions improve in 12 percent death rate rise

A report to Congress shows health conditions in the United States were generally good for the year ended June 30, 1927 12. per 1000 deaths. The death rate rose slightly from the prior year due to respiratory disease deaths.

Washington Bee United States Vneh S. Carniniiss Pena. Ral Conere oYre

Get Government Out of Business Asserts Coolidge

President Coolidge remains determined to keep the government out of business amid controversies over Interior Department irrigation projects and the Mississippi river barge line. He is described as discouraged by public disputes and opposition from private interests.

Washington Coolidge Interior Department

SauLt Ste Marie shipwreck hopes lift for captain

Fragmentary text notes salvage hopes after a wrecked car or vessel near Sault Ste Marie. Mentions Manitan’s Pant and northern Lake Itturan with renewed interest in the captain’s fate and possible rescue or recovery efforts.

Biscup Sault Ste. Marte Mien Agawa Manitan Lake Itturan

Theft at Burnham and Alexander Stolen Goods Report

A theft occurred near Burnham and Alexander streets where a roleor a rolet rrovhers were seized from a store, taking merchandise and cash in a brief incident.

Sinee Dee Antere Sears Burnham Alesander

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