Higgins in Columbus for Conference With Director
The Athens City County Board of Health met to seek Dr. R. H. Markwith’s guidance in choosing a new district health commissioner. They discussed accepting applications from other counties or states and planned committees to secure office space and finalize the 1940 budget while Dr. Higgins and officials prepared for the impending resignation.
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Athens City Health Board
Athens City County Board of Health
R. H. Markwith
State Health Department
Social Security
J. M. Higgins
Socal Security
Old County Health Board
Dr. Higgins
Columbus
Ralph Leonard
Ohio District Health Commissioners
Markwith
Arold Jose
Higgins
Blaine Goldsberry
John Newcomb
Athens
Gullum
O. Mantz
Frey
Newcomb
Goldsberry
Gordon B. Gray
Rose
Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules Promote Kidney Relief
Advertises Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules at 35 cents a package to flush poisons and acids from kidneys and relieve nighttime urinary irritation. Claims to ease kidney and bladder weaknesses with symptoms such as scant or burning urination, backache, leg cramps, and puffy eyes. Warns to get the original product and not a substitute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haarlem
Three Drivers Before Mayor
Mabel Cunningham age 23 of The Plains pleaded not guilty to driving without regard for safety. Bound over to the grand jury and released on $300 bond by Mayor Cliff Cornell after a sideswipe incident with L. E. Bowe. Albert De Vol 23 of McConnelsville was fined $10 and costs for failing to stop at a stop sign following a Saturday arrest at the North Y. John Pastol 21 of Glouster was fined $5 and costs for parking on the highway without lights after a state patrol arrest Tuesday.
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Mabel Cunningham
the Plains
Cliff Cornell
Miss Cunningham
L. E. Bowe
The
Plains
Cornell
Albert de Vol
McConnelsville
de Vol
North “Y
John Pastol
Glouster
Pastol
Fourth Graders Plan Entertainment Friday
West Side School fourth grade pupils plan an afternoon program for the second graders featuring short motion pictures from a projector owned by Jack Wolfe. The event includes popcorn cookies cocoa and red suckers and souvenirs with miniature Santa Clauses filled with popcorn.
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West Side School
Jack Wolfe
Pupils Gift Personal Creations For Parents At West Side School
First grade pupils at West Side School created clay animal gifts for fathers and handprint prints for mothers as keepsakes. The clay figures include purple bears and red dogs, to be framed later as wall hangings.
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West Side School
Pomona Grange Meeting Postponed Tonight
The special Ath ens County Pomona Grange meeting scheduled for this evening has been postponed to a later date.
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Athens County Pomona Grange
Welfare and relief levies fact clarified for Athens County
Voters in Athens County facing a special election were informed the two levies 2.18 mills for public welfare and 1.15 mills for relief are not for a new jail. Details show the Children's Home and County Infirmary are not self supporting and rely on county funds and farm income. figures from 1929-1938 reveal ongoing deficits and the absence of pension payments for aged inmates.
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Athens County
Children’s Home
Child Welfare Service
George S. Holdren
Expert on Everything Is Held in City Jail
Kenneth James Melton of Cincinnati was arrested at the B O Depot by Capt. Charles Maple and Officer Joe McBride. Police found a free hand sketch labeled Enticing and items including a dinner bucket hammer rule and craftsman tools. Melton claimed many jobs and roles and said he lived in Washington Indiana. Authorities notified Cincinnati police and Hamilton County Probate Court as they determine disposition.
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Federal
Kenneth James Melton
Cincinnati
Charles Maple
Joe McBride
Melton
D United States Secret Service
Washington
Ind
Cornell
Hamilton County
West Side Students See Strange Birds
West Side School pupils viewed a world bird collection presented by the United States Society of Zoology in Washington DC. A field representative discussed wildlife preservation and pet care, with demonstrations of humane training and several species shown including macaw toucan rose cockatoos parrots canaries doves love birds and pigeons.
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West Side School
United States Society of Zoology
Washington, D. C
Zoological Society
America
Central America
South America
Australia
Mexico
Canaries
Athens County Voters Face Relief Levy Decision
Relief Director F C Shafer hopes Athens County approves a relief levy on December 16. A 1.5 mill levy would raise about $50 000, enough to last six months if wisely used, enabling the county to issue bonds against the anticipated revenue.
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F. C. Shafer
Athens County
Shafer
Desertion Charge Filed in Common Pleas Court
Elias Butcher files for divorce from Lula Butcher in common pleas court citing desertion and willful absence since 1927. The couple reportedly married in January 1921 in Parkersburg.
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Common Pleas Court
Elias Butcher
Lula Butcher
Butcher
Parkersburg
Local Hospital Releases Three Patients Today
At Sheltering Arms Mrs. Hazel Miller from 10 Fern St Mrs. Emma Verity of 100% W State St and Everett Dixon of Albany were discharged from Sheltering Arms Hospital today. A frog-mouth is an Australian bird that sleeps upright during the day resembling a tree limb and remains inconspicuous. Its back colored feathers aid in this deception.
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Hazel Miller
Fern St
Emma Verity
W. State St
Everett Dixon
Albany
Sheltering Arms Hospital
Credit Talks Credit Talks
Athens Credit Bureau explains the study of human behavior and its relevance to business. Records show most people are honest, and merchants rely on this data to assess willingness and ability to pay while interceding when finances are strained.
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Mar Athens
Berea Ex-Examiner Fred Hates Seeks State Auditor GOP Nomination
Columbus report notes Fred C. Hates of Berea former state examiner announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for state auditor today.
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Columbus
U.P
Fred C. Hates
Berea
State
Christmas Chimes Ring Out From Athens Church Tower
Central Ave Methodist Church schedules broadcast of Christmas music via tower chimes heard throughout the community. An amplified system will carry programs at regular intervals during the season. Special services are planned for Sunday December 24 and Christmas Day.
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Central Ave. Methodist Church
Toys That Educate Display At Ohio University
OU students select educational toys showcased at Zenner's Wheaton's and Taylors to help parents pick Christmas toys. Sponsored by the Play and Play Materials Class and Kindergarten Primary Club of Ohio University, the displays welcome all parents and interested readers.
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Zenner’s
Wheaton's
Taylor's
Ohio University
Withdraw Plan To Cut Bus Drivers Pay Gains support
Protests by the Southeastern Ohio County Superintendent Association led by Athens County Superintendent F. J. Taylor succeeded in delaying a state plan to cut bus driver salaries. Dietrich postponed enforcement until fall 1940, with no reductions this year. Greens Run and Mechanicsburg junior high schools gain state recognition under a new funding method, raising potential funds via weighted average daily attendance.
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Mechanicsburg
Greens Run
Ohio County Superintendents’ Association
Columbus
Athens County
F. J. Taylor
Taylor
Athens
E. N. Dietrich
State Highway Patrol
Dietrich
C. W. Mallett
Morgan County
E. O. McCowen
Scioto County
W. E. Wiseman
Gallia County
F. L. Pollock
Monroe County
Nesday
Trimble Township
Athens Township
State Department
School Foundation
Richardson Divorce Suit Is Dismissed
The divorce action of Bessie Richardson against Paul D. Richardson was dismissed without prejudice and at the plaintiff's costs. Married in July 1931, they are the parents of one child. Mrs. Richardson alleged gross neglect.
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Bessie Richardson
Paul D. Richardson
Common Pleas
O. F. Rowland
Traffic Death Toll Hits Seven in Athens County This Year
Seven people have been killed in Athens County traffic accidents so far this year, up from four in 1938. Among the victims three were pedestrians, three automobile passengers, and one a motorcyclist, with carelessness in fast night driving listed as the major cause. The K. T. Crossen Post of the American Legion is placing traffic caution signs at all county schools to reduce accidents.
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Athens County
County Health Office
K. T. Crossen Post
The
American Legion
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F. B. Gullum
Car Frey
County Budget Commission
Josten's Court ST
Harris
Motorola
Farnsworth
Hassocks
Bob Harris
Harris Furniture House
Miller Bros
West Side
Credit Talks
By Oscar Fulton
East Side
Parent- Teacher Association
Patricia Cassing
Martha Jo Wise
Betty Jean Thomas
Sallie Hawkins
Janet Ingerham
Beverly Davis
Dee Henry
Wendell Drake
Dick Clippinger
Charles Wise
Ted Neutzling
Jim Westfall
Julian Snyder
Wendell
Charles
Jim
Ted
Julian
Bethlehem
Bernice Kayser
Hollister High School
Richardson
Noxzema
Frigidaire
Burke Ervin Electric Co
N. Court St
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