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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1940

Page

8

Finances Squeezed for Gallipolis Sesquicentennial

Dr. Charles E. Holzer urges swift closure of all financial matters for the Gallipolis Sesquicentennial. He encloses receipts and disbursements reports, donor list, and audited figures, and calls a final joint meeting for Friday evening to wind up local and federal commission finances before year end.

Gallipolis Sesquicentennial Federal Commission Charles E. Holzer Federal Commission

Curtail WPA Work In County In Ohio

Suspension Order 403 affects WPA workers on county road projects with about fifty workers possibly exempt. Finishing touches proceed on nearing completion projects. County projects slated for completion by Dec 23 prompting both WPA courthouse offices to close that date and revert space to probate court and county engineer.

Gallipolis WPA

Pt Pleasant D A R Seeks State Building Move

Pt Pleasant D A R chapter leads a coalition in Gallipolis and Pt Pleasant to have the West Virginia state building moved from the New York world’s fair to Tu Endie Wei Park in Gallipolis. The building would be re erected at a WV site with strong local backing.

Gallipolis Daughters of the American Revolution Pt. Pleasant West Virginia

Two Brothers Injured When Car Strikes Culvert near Mercerville

Wyman and Woodrow Call, brothers from near Mercerville, were admitted to Holzer Hospital after a car hit a concrete culvert on Little Bullskin Creek. Dolph Day, a neighbor, was uninjured but taken to the investigating officers for questioning as the trio had been drinking. The Calls suffered serious head and facial injuries.

Gallipolis Wyman Woodrow Call Mercerville Holzer Hospital Little Bullskin Creek Dolph Day Calls

Rio Grande College President Visits Eastern Small Colleges

Dr. R. Lloyd Pabst president of Rio Grande College conducts a tour of several small eastern colleges to study their programs and practices.

Gallipolis R. Lloyd Pabst Rio Grande College

WPA Housekeeping Aid Deluged With Help Requests

In Gallipolis the WPA housekeeping aid handles more requests than it can manage under supervisor Mrs. L. W. Thompson. About 28 trainees work daily, learning cooking cleaning sewing and rudiments of sick room nursing. Graduates take on case work across city and county for indigent families on welfare.

Gallipolis WPA L. W. Thompson Thompson County Welfare Department Age Pension Office Ministerial Association

Large Attendance Expected at Poultry Meeting in Gallipolis

Invitations indicate about 150 persons will attend tonight’s poultry advancement meeting and dinner in the Methodist dining room co hosted by Homer W Walter and Dr C E Holzer. Poultrymen who went to Wooster for an egg auction will report on a similar venture for southeast Ohio.

Gallipolis Homer W. Walter C. E. Holzer Wooster Ohio

Kidney Trouble Relief Reported After 12 Years

Mrs George Ross of Marietta Ohio credits TON JON No 3 with ending years of kidney pain backache and constipation She reports improved appetite fewer headaches and no more dizzy spells since starting the remedy at Quick's Cut Rate Drug Store 9 W Union St Athens Ohio Adv.

George Ross Marietta Ohio Market Street Salvation Army

Gallipolis Chapter of Eastern Star Installs Officers

New Gallipolis Chapter Eastern Star officers were installed in a Masonic lodge ceremony Monday. Officers include Mrs. Robert Gibbs as worthy matron and C M Yeanger as worthy patron with a roster of associate matron and patron, secretary, treasurer, conductress, warder and other posts. Guests from Cheshire Vinton Thurman and Waverly attended and refreshments followed in the second floor dining room.

Gallipolis Order of Eastern Star Masonic Lodge Robert Gibbs C M. Yeanger H. W. McHenry Harry W. McHenry Stella Arthur Lola Mae Rupe Zenia Shaw Edith Hutsinpiller Clarence Booth

Shower Held For Mr and Mrs James Nibert

Mrs Emory White hosted a home shower in Vinton recently for Mr and Mrs James Nibert Edith Clark noted many nice gifts were given to the young couple and a dainty spread was served.

Emory White James Nibert Edith Clark Vinton

Swisher Anniversary Observed With Open House

Mr and Mrs Ira Swisher mark their twenty fifth wedding anniversary with an open house Friday evening December 13 from 8 to 10 o clock inviting all friends. Stacy Baird hosted a party Friday honoring daughter Sylvia s seventeenth birthday with many young guests, gifts, games and refreshments.

Ira Swisher Stacy Baird Sylvia

Local Social Routine Highlights Visiting Guests

Mr and Mrs Roscoe Houck entertained over the weekend including Mr and Mrs Orin Moore of Columbus Mr and Mrs Otis Simms and children and Misses Ethel Mae and Doris Lee Williams of Crown City in a cordial gathering full of hospitality.

Roscoe Houck Orin Moore Columbus Otis Simms Ethel Mae Doris Lee Williams Crown City

Bible Sunday Observed at Brad ford and Bradbury Churches

Bradford and Bradbury Churches of Christ held Universal Bible Sunday with a six person Bible drama The Unfailing Guide before about 110 in Bradford Rev J P Miller delivered For the Healing of Nations The program repeats at Bradbury with a large crowd and the Rutland and Dexter churches plan similar services A parishwide emergency offering for the American Bible Society aims to raise 150000 for European Bible Society work hindered by war before Rev Miller noted.

Bradbury Bradford J. P. Miller Rutland Dexter Church American Bible Society European Bible Societies Miller

Plan Distribution of Charles D Kerr Funds In Gallipolis

Ministers from all churches meet to plan distribution of about 800 dollars under the will of Charles D Kerr. The available amount is larger than in prior years. Each member submits a list of those most needy, with about 20 residents chosen as recipients this year.

Gallipolis Charles D. Kerr

Rio Grande Opens University of Life Session

Opening session of the University of Life was held at Rio Grande College with daily programs continuing Friday. Meetings occur at 11 a.m. and 7 30 p.m. Rev Ralph C Drisko leads as principal speaker at Calvary Baptist Church. Rev Donald S Hobbs hosts seminars in the college president's office.

First Winter Band Concert Is Tonight

Washington Auditorium hosts the Gallipolis school band in its opening winter concert tonight at 8 o clock. Director Richard Downs says there is no admission charge.

Gallipolis Washington Auditorium Richard Downs

PTA Hears Address On Juvenile Books

Washington P T A members heard Mrs Aldeth Robinson speak on children's books. Public librarian Mrs Kenneth Davis showcased a fine juvenile collection and plans a story hour before Christmas. Schools close for holiday vacation Friday December 20.

Gallipolis Washington P.T.A Aldeth Robinson Kenneth Davis

Gallia Boy Injured In Hunting Accident

Gallia County East Gallipolis resident Ray Garlinger aged 15 is hospitalized after a hunting mishap. A companion fired at a rabbit and his left hand in the line of fire required amputation of a finger.

Gallipolis Ray Garlinger East Gallipolis

Man Held to Grand Jury for Malicious Destruction

Robert Harrison of Gallipolis is held to the grand jury for malicious destruction of property. He allegedly broke a door glass at Mrs. Anna Nelsons home with a fist while intoxicated.

Gallipolis Robert Harrison Harrison Anna Nelson

Partition Suit Seeks Estate Interest in Gallia Property

Charles Wilt of Middleport leads a partition suit over heirs of Charles E. Clark and Mrs. Lucinda Lewis. Wilt claims a stake in a residence at Fourth and Pine Streets bequeathed to Clark by Mrs. Lewis. Some 55 defendants across eight Ohio counties named in the action. Elizabeth Shough, local school music director, to sing Handel’s Messiah as soloist in Fostoria on December 15 and Findlay on December 22.

Gallipolis Charles Wilt Middleport Charles E. Clark Lucinda Lewis Wilt Fourth and Pine Sts Lewis Clark Ohio Elizabeth Shough Fostoria Findlay

Woman Bitten by Dog While Detaining Animal in Steel Trap

Mrs. Frank Halfhill of Poplar Ridge is under medical care after a dog bit her arm while she freed the animal from a steel strap. The incident occurred as she attempted to release the dog, which had become entangled.

Gallipolis Frank Halfhill Poplar Ridge

Rotary Hosts 40 School Guests From Across State

Gallia Rotary entertained about 40 school officials and educators from across the state for an evaluation event tied to the high school. Principal Carl C. Byers acted as toastmaster and introduced guests and members. Brief remarks were delivered by Col. F. L. Simmons Dr. F. M. Shelton Dean A. J. Ashbaugh Jesse Beers and others.

Gallipolis Carl C. Byers F. L. Simmons Cleveland East High School F. M. Shelton A. J. Ashbaugh Miami University Jesse Beers Mansfield High School Lewis Weber Gishler E. E. Higgins Byers Ben Evans Junior High Eldon Wiseman

Bowling Alleys Reopen Under New Management in Corning

Thumb-Milliser Company of LaRue announces reopening of Corning bowling alleys on Friday December 13 in the Hermey building on South Valley Street. Pythian Sisters report death of Mrs. Margaret Cotter in Toledo. burial in New Lexington Cemetery follows service at her daughter Violet West’s home.

Corning Thumb-Milliser Company of LaRue Hermey South Valley Street Pythian Sisters Margaret Cotter Violet West Toledo Cotter Glenwood New Lexington Cemetery

Aquinas School to Meet Railroaders in Wednesday Night Game

On Wednesday night December 11 Aquinas School of Columbus will play the Railroaders, a popular local high school team, at our venue.

Aquinas School of Columbus Railroaders

School Health Day visit by Monroe Township chairman

Dec 13 to be observed as School Health Day with Mrs. F A Cady visiting schools in Monroe Township. She will give children pins from the Perry County Tuberculosis and Public Health Association and seals have been mailed to individuals.

F. A. Cady Monroe Township Perry County Tuberculosis and Public Health Association Ohio Public Health and National Tuberculosis Association

Ladies Golden Rule Bazaar Date Change at United Brethren

The Ladies Golden Rule class of the United Brethren Church moved the annual bazaar from Saturday night December 14 to Friday December 13. Supper will be served at 4 30 p.m. Members of the Philos class will assist with the supper. Christmas gift items will be sold.

Ladies Golden Rule United Brethren Church

Euchre Club Hosts Prize Night at Mrs Garrison Home

Eleanor Spence won high score while Lu Brown took second and Vivian Keller placed third. Floating was noted as a humorous miscue during play among guests including Helen Garrison host, Sarah Blower, Jo Smith, Thelma Frasure and Virginia Lamb. A delicious lunch followed.

Eleanor Spence Lu Brown Vivian Keller Helen Garrison Sarah Blower Jo Smith Thelma Frasure Virginia Lamb

Ladies of Methodist Church Bazaar at the Basement

The Methodist Church ladies hold their annual bazaar in the church basement on Saturday December 14 starting with a supper at 4 30. Booths will feature various articles on display.

Ladies of the Methodist Church

P.T.A. Meeting Before School Band Concert

The PTA will hold a meeting in the high school study hall half an hour before the band concert on Wednesday December 18. New uniforms will be worn for the first time at the concert.

P.T.A

Local social visits span Columbus and surrounding counties

Mr and Mrs J E Koch and Mrs Janie Jacobs of Columbus visited Mr and Mrs Lester Quinn Sunday. Mrs Jacobs stayed for the Eastern Star installation Monday. P L Allen and daughters Anna Mae and Leora of Nelsonville visited the Charles Schlingerman family Sunday. The Dunlaps and Charles Dunlap visited John Dunlap in Vinton County Sunday due to his illness. Mildred Williams and Wilma Spence were in Zanesville Saturday. Betty Rodgers visited Fultonham last week. Christine Garrison and Helen Beeson spent the weekend with Mrs Anna Garrison in Columbus. Morgan Walters visited relatives in Columbus Sunday. William Spence Wilma Spence Mildred Williams and son Jimmy visited Mr and Mrs Pete Case in Columbus Sunday.

J. E. Koch Janie Jacobs Columbus Lester Quinn Jacobs Eastern Star P. L. Allen Anna Mae Leora Nelsonville Charles Schlingerman Clyde Dunlap Everett Dunlap Vern Dunlap Charles Dunlap John Dunlap Vinton County Clyde Everett Mildred Williams Wilma Spence Zanesville Betty Rodgers Fultonham Christine Garrison Helen Beeson Anna Garrison Morgan Walters William Spence Jimmy Pete Case

Funeral services for Eben E. Jones held in Jackson County

Friends and relatives gathered at Moriah Church in Jackson County this afternoon for the funeral of Eben E. Jones a 74 year old prominent Welsh resident of the county.

Gallipolis Moriah Church Jackson County Eben E. Jones

Ruth V. Merck Seeks Divorce From Edward Merck

Mrs. Ruth V. Merck filed a divorce action against Edward Merck claiming neglect.

Gallipolis Ruth V. Merck Edward Merck

Gallia and Pt Pleasant Boost Airmail Service

Gallia and Pt Pleasant postmasters distribute circulars linking 200 principal U S cities with air mail schedules. The post office reports increased use of air mail facilities over last year, reflecting public enlightenment and interest in the service.

Gallipolis Pt. Pleasant United States

Gallia's Aid For Cripples May Be $5000

County auditors indicate crippled children's aid in Gallia may total $5,000 for 1940, far above the $1,500 budget. About 20 local children are treated in a Columbus hospital, with 11 more potential cases after infantile paralysis. Treatments follow health officials, with sheriff transport and care limited to indigent families only.

Gallipolis E. D. Keeler Columbus

Blue Devils Fall Short in Opener to Jackson Iron Men

In Gallipolis the Blue Devils lost their first conference game to Jackson by 23 to 21 before a large crowd. The teams were evenly matched with a tight contest for supremacy. The game featured a brief 15 member school band performance.

Gallipolis Blue Devils Jackson Iron Men

Man Arrested for Deserting Wife and 12 Children

Dewey Cochran is bound over to the grand jury in Morgan Township on charges of deserting his wife and 12 children. He is held in the county jail in default of $500 bond after officers located him in Columbus after several years of eluding capture.

Gallipolis Morgan Township Dewey Cochran Columbus

Elks Lodge Social Committee Plans New Year Party

The Gallipolis Elks Lodge social committee is preparing an outstanding New Year’s Eve party with arrangements now in the making for the annual event.

Gallipolis the Elks Lodge

Bride and Groom Applicants Named in Charleston and Bladen

Marriage license applicants include Earl Thomas Bradley 25 and Pearl Elswick 41 of Charleston. Howard Halley 23 from Bladen and Edith Taylor 21 of Kanauga.

Gallipolis Earl Thomas Bradley Pearl Elswick Charleston Howard Halley Bladen Edith Taylor Kanauga

George Ewing Rites Held for 58 Year Old Wellston Resident

Funeral services for George Ewing age 58 of Wellston were held Sunday afternoon with burial there. He died in an Ironton hospital. He was brother in law of Mrs Rhoda Oliver Lewis Canter and Asa Canter of Chauncey. Survived by wife Flossie and seven children. Attending from Chauncey were Mr and Mrs Thomas Oliver Mr and Mrs Asa Canter Mrs Jesse Scott Delbert Canter Mrs Evelyn Burt Athens and James Oliver Trimble.

Chauncey George Ewing Wellston Ironton Rhoda Oliver Lewis Canter Asa Canter Flossie Thomas Oliver Jesse Scott Delbert Canter Evelyn Burt Athens James Oliver Trimble

Chauncey Council to Meet Thursday Evening

Chauncey Mayor W. D. Hines announced an important Chauncey Council meeting for Thursday December 12 at 7 p m. The notice emphasizes the session as a key local government gathering.

Chauncey W. D. Hines Chauncey Council

Mary Meinhart in Converse Street Remains Serious

The condition of Mrs. Mary Meinhart of Chauncey is listed as serious during the last two weeks at her Converse Street home. Her brother Mosely Meinhart of Nelsonville is at the residence.

Chauncey Mary Meinhart Converse St

Brotherhood of Churches of Christ to Meet Thursday in Nelsonville

The Men's Brotherhood of the Churches of Christ in Athens County will meet Thursday night at 7 o'clock in the Nelsonville Church of Christ, rescheduled from tonight.

Chauncey Men's Brotherhood of the Churches of Christ Athens County Nelsonville Church of Christ

To Charter Lions Unit in January

Nelsonville Lions unit of International to be chartered mid January announced by secretary Tom Wolfe after a dinner at the Methodist Church. Dr. R D Gardner elected president presided over the meeting with 23 attendees of whom 14 signed charter. Hal Walter from Akron spoke on district organization. Next meeting set for December 16 with future meetings first and third Mondays. location to be decided.

Nelsonville Lions’ International Tom Wolfe Methodist Church R. D. Gardner Hal Walter Akron

Dance and Benefit for Chauncey Youth Christmas Fund

An old fashioned dance will be held Saturday December 14 at the Chauncey High School auditorium to raise funds for Chauncey Christmas activities. Proceeds buy candies for local children, with music by Earl Fitzpatrick and floor management by Saul Border. Mayor W D Hines and a planning committee including Clyde Bobo Carl Shafer Luther Cruikshank Herbert Wise Saul Border Alva Karns Lawrence Reeves J Henry Lock and Earl Fitzpatrick organize the event.

Chauncey Chauncey High School Chauncey and W. D. Hines Clyde Bobo Carl Shafer Luther Cruikshank Herbert Wise Saul Border Alva Karns Lawrence Reeves J. Henry Lock Earl Fitzpatrick

Millfield Ladies Aid Elects Officers at Christmas Meeting

Mrs Mabel Smith hosted the December Millfield Church of Christ Ladies Aid Society gathering. Nineteen members attended as Miss Olive Brookins led the business and officers were elected with Mrs Mabel Smith named president and guests included Mrs Gibson Weber of Los Angeles.

Millfield Mabel Smith Ladies Aid Society of Millfield Church of Christ Olive Brookins Elizabeth Robinett Nellie Russell Eda Heffken Nell Russell Viola Howard Ida Hill Celia Boudinot Bertha Sanders Ida Heffken Bessie Pettit Viola Wade Nelle Russell Alice Carr Jessie Fulton Lena Geary Oliver Brookins

Marshfield Class To Meet Thursday

New Marshfield annual Christmas party of the Loyal Men and Loyal Women Class of the Christian Church will be held at the church Tuesday night. Catherine Davis will read the Scripture and William Mace offer prayer. Hazel Trout Faye McNeal and Janet Russell will give Christmas readings. Nettie Barron will read the Christmas Story and Mrs Shaffer Mrs Bridge and Edward Hawk will sing Silent Night. Christmas gifts will be exchanged under the direction of Fanny Burt and Gladys Beverage. Popcorn and candy will be served.

New Marshfield The Christian Church Catherine Davis William Mace Hazel Trout Faye McNeal Janet Russell Nettie Barron

Chauncey Couple Hosts Beaumont Dinner

Mr and Mrs George Shafer entertained at their Beaumont home Sunday with a chicken dinner. Guests included Mr and Mrs Asa Cochran and daughter Margaret Faye of Logan and Mr and Mrs Carl Shafer and daughter Lois Ann of Chauncey.

Chauncey George Shafer Beaumont Asa Cochran Margaret Faye Logan Carl Shafer Lois Ann

Chauncey Class Will Holds Christmas Party and Officer Election

The Friendship Class of Chauncey Church of Christ will host a Wednesday night Christmas gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Henry on Main St. Assisting hostesses are Mrs. Jessie Fiske and Miss Ruth Fiske. An election of class officers will take place. Sunday, Mrs. William Hartley with companions traveled to a sanatorium in Prospect, Q for examination and possible operation, but returned due to her weakened condition. Timber wolves are noted for being trained to draw sleds.

Chauncey Chauncey Church of Christ Donald Henry Main St Jessie Fiske Ruth Fiske William Hartley Mill St George Swindel James Williams John Jacksonville Prospect

Chauncey Ladies Auxiliary Meeting Plans Christmas Party

Chauncey Ladies Auxiliary to the United Mine Workers meets tonight at 7 at the K of P Hall. Members will plan the Christmas party supper and gift exchange.

Chauncey Chauncey Ladies Auxiliary United Mine Workers K. of P. Hall

Ton Jon health tonics touted in Athens and Ohio stores

Thousands favor Ton Jon three part herbal medicine line promoted by druggists in Athens Ohio. No. 1 aids stomach nerves bowels blood and energy No. 2 targets liver and gall bladder with quick action No. 3 serves kidney urinary and prostate areas. Health rep at Quick Cut Rate Drug Store 9 W Union St Athens Ohio.

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