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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1925

Page

2

Santa Arrives Pomeroy Seeks Help for Christmas

In Pomeroy on December 17 a 20 foot Christmas pine stands on Court Street decorated with colored lights by the American Legion auxiliary. Santa will visit on Christmas Eve meeting children and giving treats at the tree. A parcel post sale December 24 at the rest and vicinity benefits veterans and war orphans, chaired by Mrs. A V Howell with generous merchant donations.

Pomeroy Heigth Court Street American Legion Auxiliary Santa Claus Auxiliary A. V. Howell

Two Men Bonded After Moonshine Arrests

Dewey Burnette and Thomas Davis of Columbus appeared before Justice M L French to answer charges of illegally possessing and transporting intoxicating liquor. Each posted 1000 bond for trial set December 24 after pints of moonshine were found in the machine they rode in. their companion Guy Lutz died in a collision on the Athens road Tuesday.

Pomeroy Dewey Burnette Thomas Davis Columbus M. L. French Guy Lutz Athens

Sam Selby Freed After Alimony Payment Promise

Sam Selby, jailed on contempt of court for missed alimony payments, was released after agreeing to resume regular payments, with safeguards noted by the court in Pomeroy on December 17.

Pomeroy Sam Selby

Woman's Auxiliary Meets at Lincoln Hill Home

Mrs Mary Lochary hosted the Grace Episcopal church auxiliary on Lincoln Hill. A good meeting was reported with attentive members and courteous participation.

Pomeroy Mary lLochary Grace Episcopal Church Lincoln Hill

Mrs. Hennessy Injured in Butternut Avenue Fall

Mrs Edward Hennessy fell while descending her home steps on Butternut Avenue Tuesday evening. She sustained a gash in the back of her head requiring five stitches and was described as severely bruised but resting easily the next day.

Poultry Demonstration Highlights Egg Production in Meigs County

Poultry expert R E Cray of Ohio State led a farm owners meeting in Pomeroy on December 17. Seven flocks were analyzed for 1935 with Mrs Calvert of Chester leading at 186.4 eggs per hen and $5.30 labor per hen,. Second was Mrs George W Davidson at 161.5 eggs and $3.01 labor per hen. Third went to Miss Opal Armstrong at 153.1 eggs and $1.65 labor per hen. All flocks were White Leghorn and results emphasize cost tracking and productivity.

Opal Armstrong

Petit jurors to report for trial in Brookover case

The court orders petit jurors to report on Tuesday December 22 for the trial of Sam Brookover charged with safe blowing and burglary. Judge A P Miller presides. The item also notes social and travel updates from Pomeroy and nearby areas.

Pomeroy Petit Sam Brookover A. P. Miller

Mrs Pierce Recovering After Serious Surgical Operation

Last evening she underwent a serious operation. Mrs. Pierce is much improved and the operation was exceptionally successful, it is said.

Middleport Literary Club Meets For Monthly Talk

The Middleport Literary club met at Miss Nelle Stewart's home to discuss a life spent worthily measured by deeds. Mrs. F A Bean spoke on Joseph Conrad and Mrs J G Talbot spoke on John Singer Sargent. Mrs M C Hobart spoke on Charles P Steinmetz. Next meeting is January sixth at Mrs N C's home.

Middleport F. H. Johnson Probst N. C

Welch Meeting Focuses on Business Matters

The report notes that the majority of the session will center on business, with discussions likely to cover ongoing or upcoming organizational matters. This summary reflects the readable portion of the source text.

Welch

Pomeroy High Girls Face Heavy Schedule This Season

Pomeroy High School girls basketball outlines a tough slate as West Virginia and Ohio adopt girls rules. Readies altered rules for local games versus Middleport Rutland Racine while listing dates through February including Rutland Gallipolis and Nelsonville with return games to be announced.

West Virginia Ohio Middleport Rutland Racine Pomeroy High School Syracuse New Haven Point Pleasant Gallipolis Revewn Nelsonville

Local clubs mobilize Christmas baskets for Trimble township

In Glouster on December 17, the American Legion Kiwanis and Elks organize Christmas baskets to aid needy families in Trimble township with dinner essentials and treats for children. Camp Fire girls collect dolls and toys to share with those in need. Toys may be left at Model Grocery or arranged via Porterfield. call C A Bingman for pick ups by Boy Scouts. Attended funeral news follows.

Glouster American Legion Kiwanis Clubs The Elks Trimble Santa Claus Camp Fire Model Grocery Mr. Porterfield C. A. Bingman

Funeral held for Anselm Moulton in Shawnee

Gren attended the funeral for Anselm Moulton, father of Mrs. Gamwell, who died Sunday at age 79. Services were in Shawnee M E church Wednesday at 3 PM, with burial in Shawnee cemetery.

Gren Shawnee

Marriage of David J. Cox to Edith Watkins in Columbus

Announcement reports the marriage of David John Cox of Columbus, son of Mr and Mrs J T Cox of Glouster, to Miss Edith Watkins daughter of Mrs Mary Watkins of 762 Wilson Avenue Columbus. The ceremony occurred August 6.

Dance Night at Moose Hall in Glouster Saturday

Mixed dance event at Moose hall Glouster Saturday night December 19 with Lawson's orchestra. Mrs G W Cavey traveled to Columbus Wednesday to visit her son and daughter in law Mesick Cavey. Mrs J W Davis returned to Columbus ending a city visit with her brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs W H Stahl.

Pomeroy Bend James A. Bailey Columbus James New York City Portland Ore Bailey Charles Wilder Mulberry Avenue Helen Lochary Bridge Club Lincoln Hill Marvin de Maine Middleport Ide Brick Wisconsin Moose Hall Glouster Lawson G. W. Cavey Mesick Cavey J. W. Davis W. H. Stahl

Weds Twice In Three Days In London Royal Wedding Details

Avril Joy Mul lens recently married in Russia to Prince George Ineretinsky. They stood before the altar with lit candles as crowns were placed on their heads. The next day an English ceremony followed with each spouse wearing a silver crown.

London Mies Avril Joy Mullens George Ineretinsky

Kiwanis Club Meets Tonight in Glouster

Glouster Ohio December 17 The Kiwanis club meeting tonight will be held in the social room of the E church. Club singing and a good dinner are planned President Webber will speak on What Glouster Needs Most The talk is expected to be worth hearing A 100 percent attendance is expected.

Glouster Der Iwanis Club Rovius Uc E. Church Webber

Bazaar Success for Trimble M E Church Aid Society

The Ladies' Aid bazaar of the Trimble M E church in Glouster cleared $162.98, as reported Wednesday evening. It marks a fine showing and gives the organizers much to be proud of.

Glouster Ladies’ Aid Society M. E. Church Trimble

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