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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1936

Page

6

Logan Rotary hosts football banquet at Ambrose Hotel

In Logan, the annual football banquet drew four attendees at the Ambrose Hotel under the Logan Rotary Club. Attorney R W Finsterwald delivered remarks on sportsmanship and coaching, and Maurice Cole was named captain for next season.

Logan Ambrose Hotel Logan Rotary Club R. W. Finsterwald Athens F. J. Reid William Miller G. E. Carr BE. L. Long Tom Bender Maurice Cole R. W. Fineterwald Athens Rotary Club Treacher Finsterwald Miller Reid Nex Insers

Scarlet Fever Declines In Hocking County

Health Commissioner W B Lacock reports a drop in scarlet fever cases in Hocking County with only six homes under quarantine. Three quarantines may be lifted this week as cases remain dispersed across Starr Township Haydenville Enterprise and Dicken Addition.

Logan Hocking County W. B. Lacock Starr Township Haydenville Enterprise Dicken Addition

Logan Bernard Carr jailed for intoxication fine in Hocking County

Logan Bernard Carr was placed in the Hocking County Jail Monday to serve a fine assessed by Mayor Kenneth R. Fitzgerald. The fine stemmed from a charge of intoxication for which he was arrested some time ago.

Logan Bernard Carr Hocking County Kenneth R. Fitzgerald

Administratrix appointed in Ohio estate. four month claims deadline

Catherine Smith of New Marshfield Ohio was appointed Administratrix of the Estate of Jack Wayne Smith deceased. Creditors must file claims within four months. Dated November 24 1934 Judge M Johnson. Ordinance 152 cancels Strouds Run Gas Company franchise in Athens Ohio for Euclid Avon Dalton East State streets due to inadequate service. emergency measure effective December 7 1936.

Catherine Smith New Marshfield Ohio Jack Wayne Smith Athens County M. Johnson Said County Athens Strouds Run Gas Company Euclid Avenue Avon Street Dalton Street East State Street City of State of Ohio

Chambers couple to attend Cambridge conference events

Mr. and Mrs. Harold Chambers will spend Thursday and Friday in Cambridge for a conference of extension agents. Mrs. Chambers will stay with Mrs. W. W. Wycoff. The following week James R. Smoot will attend a similar conference in Chillicothe.

Cole Elected Logan Football Captain in 1937

Cole Maurice, a Logan junior, was elected captain of the Logan Chiefs football team for 1937 at a meeting of nineteen lettermen. He is a regular halfback and will follow Captain Harry Jones as team leader.

LOGAN Maurice Cole Logan Chieftains Cole Harry Jones Chieftain Bob Ralston Bob Fitzgerald John Dollmatch Eugene Geil Wallace Shriner Sam Arnott Marion Strawn Woodruff Eddie Nelson Jimmy Richardson Bob Hansley Jack Smith Joe Karshner Joe Thomas Bob Snyder Stanley Conrad Herb Jones Pat Canty Burgess Patchen

Chieftains to Open Season at Marietta Friday

Logan reports the Chieftains travel to Marietta for the season opener. Coach Tom Bender aims to use last year’s regulars at center Ralston forward Richardson Cole and guards Leonard Nelson with newcomer Roy Snyder showing promise. A practice game with former high school stars is set this week.

Tom Bender Marietta Ralston Richardson Cole Leonard Nelson Roy Snyder

Divorce Suit Filed in Local Circuit Court

Edna Shaw files for divorce from Roy Shaw in this city alleging neglect. A prior petition in common pleas court, filed by Mr. Shaw, was dismissed.

Logan Edna Shaw Roy Shaw Common Pleas Court Shaw

Logan Workmen’s Mutual Benefit Assn Paid Claims 5275

In 1936 the Workmen’s Mutual Benefit Association of Logan paid 5275 in benefit claims. Assessments for the period were six dollars per member, as reported by the secretary.

Logan Workmen's Mutual Benefit Association of

Logan man fined for intoxication plea

Edward Bagent of Gore was fined $10 and costs after pleading guilty to intoxication. He was arrested by Sheriff Joe Farbearn and Deputy Nellis Smith Saturday evening.

Logan Edward Bagent Gore B. Whitehart Joe Farbearn Nellis Smith

Stockton Charged With Adultery Before Magistrate

Charles Logan Stockton of Good Hope Township appeared before Magistrate 8. B. Whitehart on adultery charges after arrest by Sheriff Joe Farbearn and Deputy Nellis Smith. He pled not guilty and was bound over to the grand jury under $200 bond.

Edison Sherlock and Velma Conrad Wed in Logan

A Logan Logan County marriage license was issued Saturday to Edison Sherlock 25 a factory worker and Velma Conrad 21 a housekeeper both of Logan. Sherlock is son of Mr and Mrs James Sherlock and Conrad is daughter of Mr and Mrs Lucius Conrad.

Logan Edison Sherlock Mra James Sherlock Velma Conrad Lucius Conrad

Athens adopts curb and stopping restrictions on West Washington

Ordinance 7453 limits stopping and standing on West Washington Street between Court and Congress to within seven feet of the curb and times of day. Violations are misdemeanor with fines up to 25 to 50 dollars or up to six months in the Workhouse. fines go to the Safety Fund. Repeals inconsistent ordinances and takes effect as allowed by law. Signed by Cornell, Harris, and McCune, dated 12-?-20l?e.

Ember Co. C. Cornell Aite H. Harris Len B. McCune West Washington Street Court and Congress Streets Athens Ohio Washington Street Court Pousel Cc. C Cornell Ben BK. McCune

Painter and relic clues in a mixed crossword list

A collage of crossword style clues covering painters, names, objects, and common terms. Includes references to Middle Ages, Vatican works, lunar orbs, meals, and various everyday words, arranged as a dense puzzle list without a single narrative.

Logan Junior Music Club Hosts Meeting and Scrapbook Activity

Piano pupils guided by Mrs. Allen Adams gathered Saturday at her home for a Junior Music Study Club session. Mothers attended as members performed and an ear training lesson used keyboard and blackboard. The group has federated for a year with the Ohio Federation of Junior Music Clubs under officers John White and Jean Bierley.

Allen Adams Jean Bierley Mres Adams

Concert Attendance for Messiah Performance at Granville

A Sunday afternoon student chorus presentation of the Messiah in Granville drew local attendees. Among those traveling were Mr and Mrs Walter Prather, Mr and Mrs Charles Achauer, Mr and Mrs Clarence Salts, C Wood Bowen, Mrs Harriett Weymueller, William A Martin, and William Mock.

Fractures and Illness Reported For Local Residents

Logan city reports Ralph Moore an investigator for the old age pension office fractured both bones above his left ankle after slipping on carpet Saturday night. He walked with crutches on Monday. Also Logan notes George Bolden former courthouse assistant custodian developed blood poisoning in the left foot from an ingrown toenail after being off duty over a week.

Logan Ralph Moore Moore Old Age Pension Office George Bolden

Hocking Valley Road Program Talks Hit Columbus

Logan delegation led by Representative Harry H Wright and Mayor Kenneth R Fitzgerald joined Athens officials in Columbus for a conference with the state highway department on the 1937 38 Hocking Valley construction plan. No final results announced but progress in outlining the program was noted. Other Logan attendees were Judge Phil A Henderson Service Director R R Loomis and B A Hall. Athens delegates included Fred Beckler C M Gill C D Shafer and Dan A Rardin.

Logan Athens State Highway Department Columbus Hocking Valley Harry H. Wright Phil A. Henderson Kenneth R. Fitzgerald R. R. Loomis B. A. Hall

Logan Woman Returns to Main Street After Eleven Years

Mrs. George Goodlive of 8S Mulberry Street visited Main Street Saturday marking her first shopping trip in eleven years due to prior ill health. Court stenographer Miss Clara Campbell was ill and could not report. Miss Sue Noon from Perry County will cover today’s trial before Judge Phil A. Henderson.

M. H. Cherrington C. S. Clarke Clarke W. Main St Paul Sanderson Clinton Webb Alfred Carpenter Fred Burchfield Sam Primmer Naomi Goulding Robert Work Desmond Braddock Harry Stevenson L. P. Mooney Craig Adair George Carr Dallas Kinser Alta Atha Anthony Toerner Elizabeth Forwick F. J. Reid A. T Spears Warren Bright Harry Foster Logan George Goodlive Mulberry 8&T Main St Clara Campbell Hocking County Init Phil A. Henderson Miss Sue Noon Perry County

Logan Armstrong Feared Severely Ill at Home

George Armstrong, a well known farmer near Laurel ville, is reported seriously ill at his residence.

Logan George Armstrong Laurelville

Whikehart Illness Reported by Deputy Sheriff

Whikehart, also identified as Logan Magistrate 8 B Whikehart, became ill Monday and was taken home by Deputy Sheriff Nellis Smith. He had suffered a heart attack months earlier and had been confined to his residence for several weeks.

Logan B. Whikehart Nellis Smith

Logan Mrs Joshua Taken to Columbus for Specialist Visit

Mrs Joshua Logan of Starr Township has been taken to Columbus for a medical specialist consultation after several weeks in residence there.

Logan Joshua Starr Township Columbus

Logan Supt J W Coleman Attends Ohio Conference in Athens

Supt J W Coleman from Logan attended a Southeastern Ohio District conference of county school superintendents in Athens on Monday for a professional gathering and discussion.

Logan J. W. Coleman Athens Southeastern Ohio

Legion Post Meeting in Logan Tonight

Logan Post of the American Legion holds an open meeting at the hall this evening with district commander Rossiter Williams of Oak Hill speaking. A program is planned and lunch will be served.

Logan Logan Post of the American Legion Rossiter Williams Oak Hill

Christmas tree supply grows in county market

Logans report an uptick in Christmas tree sales with most stock sourced from farmers in the evergreen belt of the western county, boosting local market activity and shoppers.

Logan

Rural Electrification Funds 285000 to Build Power Lines

The Texas Electric Service Company will construct 250 miles of power lines in Tarrant County to supply electricity to 1,100 farm homes. The Rural Electrification Administration in Washington earmarked 285000 for the project.

Fort Worth Tex U.P Texas Electric Service Company Tarrant County Rural Electrification Administration Washington

Married Comrades A Sequel to Given in Marriage

Adele Garrison continues the tale as Grimby plans to escape the farm while danger lingers from unseen watchers. Mr Underwood assigns care and sets a plan to move forward, with Allen Drake facing a hopeful tense reveal and questions about family ties and danger ahead.

Adele Garrison Grimby Allen Drake

Well-Groomed Women Find Cosmetics Are Helpful Beauty Aid

An essay argues cosmetics boost appearance for well-groomed women comparing rouge foundation powder and lipstick. It notes creams and lotions soften skin and help makeup stay, while stressing realistic outcomes and the psychological confidence from grooming.

Ames

Lively lunar transits signal major life reorientation

The reading predicts upheaval and rapid changes in interests, associations, and surroundings driven by lunar influences. It highlights innovations in business, writings, publishing, promotion, and publicity, plus possible abrupt decisions in labor and investments. Romance and a talented versatile child appear in the outlook.

December 16 Horoscope Forecast Highlights Ambition and Caution

For Wednesday December 16 the heavens signal promise and ambition in major undertakings whether in employment mergers or political circles. Those with birthdays face a active prosperous year with support from leaders, but warn against reckless impulsive acts. Bolivia noted for smallest stamp.

Adolescent Reading Offers Wide Appeal Across Ages

Olive Roberts Barton reviews a mix of adventure and mystery books for youth and parents, highlighting The Boy's Book of Strength for growing boys, The Magic Pudding from Australia, Ship's Parrot, Sachim Bird, and a Christmas collection Merry Christmas to You. She notes enduring classics like Mary Poppins and Tales From Grimm, urging readers to browse shelves and choose.

Olive Roberts Barton C. Ward Compton Whittlesey House Honore Mcerrow William Swartman William Morrow David Sachim Bird Gertrude Robinson E. P. Dutton Robin Squando Wilhelmina Harper Dutton Florence Crannell Means Houghton Kate Seredy Viking Press Gail George Mitty Ruth Langdon Holberg Doubleday Fjeril Hess Macmillan Ol Paul the Mighty Logger Glen Rounds Foliday James Bowman Margery Bianco Whitman P. L. Travers Reynal Anatole France Dodd Meade Andrew Lang Longman's Wanda Gay Coward

Ohio U Stars Play Athena Theater Show Today

Ohio University football and swimming stars present a special stage show at Schine’s Athena Theater with a musical review Errors of 1936, fashion and gowns by swimmers, tap routines, and a Serenaders performance. Screen attractions include Laughing At Trouble and Mary Astor in The Girl From Nowhere.

Ohio University Schine Athena Stanley Swacz Daniel Donofrio Joe Chizek Bucky Dunn Professor Ray Professor Thackeray Steve Herman William Wells Paul Saunders Bruce Blake Serenaders Jane Darwell Pert Kelton Mary Astor Life On the Mississippi Barbara Stanwyck Joel McCrea Buddy Ebsen

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R. Finsterwald Bender Chieftains Old Master Ioinie Vatican North Carolina Joe Jones His Emma Brandt Rose Spencer Murray City Clarence Blosser D. Y. Milne Shawnee Zanesville Edgar Jaynes E. 8. Brown Lancaster Whikehart Legion Mr. Underwood Miss Whitlock Harry Lillian Dicky Alicia Hart By Genevieve Kemble Bolivia Australia Norman Lindsay Farrar and Rinehart Society of Pudding Owners Bunyip Bluegum Barnacle Bill Sam Sawnoff Alice Albert Ohio U Athena Revue Arctic Antarctic Styron-Beggs Company Newark Reve Bruce Cabot Marguerite Churchill
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