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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1929
Page
7
Probate Court schedules December 14 hearing before a jury to determine compensation payable in storm damage matter involving Ashworth and the city. The jury will decide damages and any funds due.
J C Merritt, a World War veteran, was found unconscious in the Glouster brickyard Wednesday morning and died at 10 50 this morning. He had been shell shocked in France and recently stayed with Mrs Kep lar in Nelsonville while selling cleaning liquid. He lacked known relatives.
Chauncey December reports fifteen mines operating this week. Mines listed as working today include numbers 9 72 105 267 10 69 Ohio 1 68 24 28 86 Poston 6 Freeport L Doe Poston and Chauncey 25.
Mrs. William Mills of West Washington Street hosted her bridge club on Wednesday afternoon with full attendance. Mrs. Walter Mechem won high score, followed by Mrs. Mills in second and Mrs. Cecil Shafer in third.
The Mothers' Club was organized at West School with 11 mothers attending the first meeting held Tuesday afternoon December 10. Officers elected: Mrs Ib M Coakley president Mrs Edwin Johnson vice president Mrs Ralph Cox secretary. Next meeting slated for January 10.
The Daughters of Veterans Sarah Cattle Tent No 104 met at the Oda Fellows Hall Tuesday evening and elected officers. Gertrude Pensy was named president with Rosa Weigand as senior vice president and Myrtle O Mara as junior vice president. Della Pidcock served as chaplain, Florence Whitmore as secretary, Ethel Midkiff as treasurer, and council members include Myrtle O Mara Rose Weigand and Ethel Midkiff.
The Sunshine Class No 6 of the Methodist Sunday School met Tuesday evening with Miss Frances Hawk for the regular meeting. Officers were elected: President Leona Nichols vice president Audrey Hall treasurer Ray Shelton secretary Marie Hall press correspondent Miss Widcock. An evening of games followed with prize winners Doris Hank Catherine Hall Jay Shelton Anna McLaughlin Kathleen Pidcock. Refreshments were served by Miss Hawk and her mother Mrs Guy Hawk to a list of attendees.
The birthday anniversary of Charles Sapp was celebrated Sunday at his High Street home. Guests included Mrs. Carrietice and son Rank, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Hice of Bridgeport, Mr. and Mrs. John Hughes and daughters Evelyn and Eileen, Mrs. Steve Ju ent and sons Bob and Billy, Mrs. Mary Colegrove, J. L. Chute, and Mr. and Mrs. John Jolly of this city.
Mr and Mrs Elza Redd entertained friends at their West Franklin Street home Tuesday evening. Refreshments were served by the hostess to Mr and Mrs Alfred Schroeder James Lehman George McCulloch Leona Lehman Jean Warner and Howard Waye.
Mrs Addie Angell wife of Charles Angell of Franklin Avenue died at 4 10 am today at the Athena State Hospital after a two year paralysis illness Funeral arrangements have not been completed
Four Turkish horsewomen entered a Constantinople Jockey Club event marking the first time women from Turkey competed in a major horse show at the renowned venue. Local riders and club officials praised the milestone for gender access to equestrian sport.
Chauncey and nearby fans will see three games at 7 pm in the Chauncey Dover High School gym. The Chauncey Independents face Coolville Independents, with Coolville hoping for a league win. The Troy girls challenge Chauncey, while Chauncey boys seek a first win over Coolville as veterans like Thomas and Fierre lead the squads.
In Weisbaden Germany on December 12 the Union Jack was lowered signaling the end of Britain's 11 year occupation of the Rhineland. French and Belgian forces had already left the second zone with the third zone still under French control. Evacuation of remaining troops depends on Germany meeting reparations pledges under the Owen Young plan and is targeted for before next June.
Amesville (Dec 12) Bur gess Hopkins aged about 76, oldest resident of Athens County, died at his Sharpsburg home. Funeral likely 10 AM Saturday. Survived by two children, Eleanor Smith of Parkersburg and a son, a Columbus ward. He taught school, served in public offices, and was a bank director. He traced descent from Stephen Hopkins of the Mayflower voyage.
Washington December 12. Treasury favors reducing the capital gains tax from 12 percent to 12 percent per cent but says the current revenue picture does not justify immediate action. Under Secretary Mills indicated that a broader revision of income tax rates to balance individual and corporate revenues would be sought in time.
Prosecutor BR Williams announced an January Grand Jury inquiry into alleged irregularities in Ohio University student voting. He said the probe aims to establish rightful homes of students and will not compel student testimony to avoid professionalism issues.
Probate court admits the will of James Kittsmiller and sets a hearing for GC Conklin's will. J W Bolin named guardian for Herbert K K and Hster L Dillinger. Athens National Bank Trust Officer J S Sherrard named administrator of William J Barstow estate. Maude M Kittsmiller elects to take under her late husband’s will. Estates of Elizabeth Wadkins and EK BE Bell not subject to inheritance tax. Estate of James Lauderback, lacking administration, not subject to inheritance tax. Copies sent to Ohio Tax Commission.
Inventory and appraisement of Elizabeth Armitage estate filed and approved. Claims heard include Herb J. Parker representing Benjamin W. Birek estate. Ruby Gladys Mercer appointed executrix of Isaac McKihinny estate. No bond required per will terms. Appraisers named Stout, Mc Laughlin, Calaway. City of Athens land appropriation notice appears.
Walter Hofman 83 farmer of Chester transfers to Hasei Douglas at 1 percent while Maniey M. Bilis 78 carpenter of Shade transfers to Aliee Moly at 23 percent. Stephen Jankofski and Anna Krotehi of St Patrick's Congregation at Buertel listed.
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