Judge Jones to Organize Gallia County Defense Units
Gallia County mobilization underway with about 20 committees led by William Jones and civic leaders from the American Legion. Units will cover utilities welfare housing health safety police and fire, with auxiliary patrols and medical service volunteers. enrollment open to citizens.
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Athens Messenger
Athens
Ohio
William Jones
Gallia County
Gallipolis
National Defense
Ohio State Defense Council
William W. Sigler
American Legion Post
Red Cross
Funods
Jones
Sigler
Ohio Defense Council
Kanawha Valley
Pt. Pleasant
Eureka Dam
Holzer Hospital
Plan Special Service At Church Sunday
Gallipolis First Presbyterian Church hosts a candlelight service Sunday at 7 30 p m Rev L W Gishier says. A girls octet including Rachel Masters and Joan Kircher will sing carols. James Gillingham and Wendell Lloyd play trumpet duets. The choir leads hymns as the church decor and lighting create a holiday mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallipolis
First Presbyterian Church
L. W. Gishier
Rachel Masters
Joan Kircher
Noida Spear
Janice Cating
Mary Alice Lupton
Joan Bachus
Jean Ecker
Alice Mackenzie
James Gillingham
Wendell Lloyd
Poinsettias Grown For Holiday Season In Gallipolis
Sherman White, a Gallipolis florist, has cultivated about 500 poinsettia plants for the holidays with the state hospital growing a roughly equal number. Plants come from slips from bulbs, started in August and blooming by Christmas. Varieties include white, light pink, and deep pink, though red remains most common.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallipolis
Sherman White
State Hospital
Mr. White
Richards Rites Held at Tyn Rhos
Funeral rites for Mrs. Dan C. Richards former Miss Mary Tanner were held at Tyn Rhos Church in Gallipolis this afternoon conducted by Rev. Donald S. Hobbs. She is survived by two daughters and two sons all residing in Youngstown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallipolis
Youngstown
Dan C. Richards
Tyn Rhos
Donald S. Hobbs
Kerr Fund to Distribute 800 Dollars to Gallia Residents
About 50 people will receive Kerr Foundation checks early this week in Gallipolis. The Ministerial Association will select recipients from 75 requests, with all applications carefully reviewed.
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Gallipolis
Kerr Foundation
Grange Meeting to Feature Christmas Program and Candy
Grange members will gather Monday night for a Christmas program and candy and nut distribution. Programs are by Evelyn Swisher James Burleson Robert French Lavada Amos Edmund Swisher Lydia Amos Karl Burleson Patty Thompson and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallipolis
Little Kyger Grange
Evelyn Swisher
James Burleson
Robert French
Lavada Amos
Edmund Swisher
Lydia Amos
Karl Burleson
Patty Thompson
Addison Baptist to Present Christmas Eve Program
Gallipolis reports that Addison Baptist Sunday School will present a program at the church on Christmas Eve at 7:30. A Christmas tree is planned for the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallipolis
Addison Baptist Sunday School
Death of Wilson E. Love at Gallipolis Ferry West Virginia
Wilson E Love aged 77 died at the home of a daughter Mrs Charles Pyles in Gallipolis Ferry West Virginia One of his four surviving sons Arthur Love resides in this city
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Gallipolis
Wilson E. Love
Charles Pyles
Gallipolis Ferry
W. Va
Arthur Love
Morning Star Chapter installs new officers in Thurman
Gallipolis notes report new officers for Morning Star Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star installed Tuesday in Thurman. The Thurman chapter is led by Mrs. Angie Thomas and Elvis Jones with ceremonies, followed by a social lunch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallipolis
Morning Star
Order of the Fastern Star
Thurman
FE. W. Edwards
C. B. Stevers
R. G. Wood
Angie Thomas
Elvis Jones
Christmas Programs at Grace Church Highlight Nativity Pageant
Gallipolis Grace Methodist Church plans two Christmas services with a Nativity production featuring twelve principal actors and a large cast. The 10 a.m. service blends church and Sunday school, while a 7 p.m. Christmas Carol Service opens with an organ prelude and includes multiple carols, anthems, and a finale by combined choirs.
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Gallipolis
Methodist
Dwight Wetherholt
Dorothy Roadarmour
Janet Bailey
Aldeth Robinson
W. S. Westerman
Church Centennial At St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Former members return to Gallipolis for a two day centennial observance. A Sunday reception runs 4 to 5 30 p m with a 7 30 p m sermon by Bishop Henry Wise Hobson. A display of parish history and a Holy Communion service Monday mark the event.
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Gallipolis
St. Peter's Episcopal Church
Henry Wise Hobson
Charles Baird
Pomeroy
Church To Hang Christmas Painting On West Lawn
Erection is planned on the west lawn of First Presbyterian Church for the holiday season a 9 by 24 foot painting depicting the journey of the Three Wise Men. It was executed by Claude Miller, a talented local artist. The painting will be supported by shrubbery and brilliantly lighted at night.
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Gallipolis
First Presbyterian Church
Claude Miller
Gallians Rally for Red Cross Work
Mrs. W. Booth county Red Cross executive secretary reports strong response to organizing all townships for a $5,000 quota campaign. No one declined to serve, with a complete worker list expected early next week. Membership roll calls show $2,041.25 received and more than 1,450 memberships anticipated.
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Gallipolis
W. Booth
Red Cross
Reverend Sagen to Return on Furlough for Sunday Services
Rev George Sagen the army chaplain stationed at Fort Bragg will arrive home on furlough this Saturday and will attend both morning and evening services at First Baptist Church on Sunday bringing welcome news of his return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallipolis
George Sagen
Fort Bragg
First Baptist Church
Librarian Plans Wednesday Story Hour at City Library
Mrs. Kenneth Davis, librarian, announces a children’s story hour at the Gallipolis city library Wednesday at 2 30 p.m. The event invites young readers to enjoy tales and activities in a welcoming setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallipolis
Kenneth Davis
Murray City Choir To Present Cantata
The Murray City Methodist Church will present a Christmas cantata during Sunday School at 9 30 a m and again at the evening service. A children’s treat will be offered and the White Gift Christmas offering will aid Worthington orphans and the Cincinnati Home for the Aged at both services.
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Murray City
White Gift Service at Wesleyan Methodist
Sunday School begins 9 30 at Wesleyan Methodist Church with morning worship led by Rev E C Kenney. A children's Christmas program follows and a white gift service. Prayer meeting Wednesday night and WYPS meet Friday night at 7 30.
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Wesleyan Methodist Church
E. C. Kenney
WYPS
Haydenville Church to Hold Sunday Services and Christmas Program
The Haydenville Community Church will hold Sunday worship at 9 30 a.m. with a special Christmas program in the 7 p.m. evening service for the Sunday School. The offering will benefit the Cincinnati Home for Aged. There be no service on Christmas Day.
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Haydenville Community Church
Worthington
Cincinnati Home For
Jobs Sunday School To Receive Treat
The Sunday School class of the Jobs Methodist Church will be given a Christmas treat Sunday at 9 30 a m. Praise service will be held Sunday at 7 p m. There will be no service Christmas Eve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jobs Methodist Church
Stewart Pilgrim Church Christmas Program
The Stewart Pilgrim Church announces a Christmas program to be held at the church on Monday evening December 22 at 7 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stewart Pilgrim Church
Agreement To Sell Silver Bridge Reported
A conference in Gallipolis between the West Virginia Ohio River Bridge Co and the West Virginia State Road Commission led to Dr. C. E. Holzer signing a pact to sell the Silver Bridge linking Kanauga and Pt. Pleasant to West Virginia for 1,050,000 dollars. The governor’s approval is required and officials expect public announcement soon. The Road Commission had backed the sale price in a recent resolution awaiting the chief executive’s consent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallipolis
West Virginia— Ohio River Bridge Co
West Virginia State Road Commission
C. E. Holzer
Bridge Company
Kanauga and
Pt. Pleasant
West Virginia
West Virginia Road Commission
Paving Plans for Route 7 Between Klondike and Swan Creek
Gallipolis reports the State Highway Department plans concreting 48 miles of Route 7 early next year after a year’s delay. Plans and estimates are approved, awaiting contract award. Engineering surveys for 4000 feet of Route 160 through Vinton village proceed with January advertising.
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Gallipolis
Klondike
Swan Creek
State Highway Department
Vinton Village
Raccoon Creek
Western Corporation
Chamber of Commerce
The
Automobile Club
Vinton
Christmas Services at First Christian Church in Athens
Sunday morning begins with Church School at 9 15 am and a White Gift offering for local benevolence and the Cleveland Christian Home for Children and Emily Flynn Home for Aged in Marion. At 10 15 the worship hour continues with communion and the pastor's sermon Emanuel God With Us. The 7 pm evening program presents The Nativity pageant with six scenes directed by Mildred Giesecke, Carlos Cameron, and Lucy Wharton, plus choir, solos, recitations, and a children's program.
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First Christian Church
Cleveland Christian Home For
Emily Flynn
Marion
Emanuel
God
Bethlehem
Virginia Segale
Alice Maccombs
Church School
Jack Davidson
Caesar Augustus
Danny Watkins
Richard Fox
Phillip Fox
Tom Davis
Scribe
Dickie Silvas
the Taxpayers
Dorothy Clutter
Janet Young
Sharon Oldfield
Tony Wooley
John Fee
Linda Pedigo
Mary
Ted Neutzling
Joseph
Don Graham
Jacquelyn Deems
the Shepherds
Danny Tolson
Lynn Samford
Dickie Garrett
Wise Men
Billy Fee
Sammy Henderson
Earl Funk
Mildred Giesecke
Carlos Cameron
Lucy Wharton
Ralph Ulrich
Jane Davis
Holly Wreath
Clara Davis
Suzanne Tolson
Lester Crawford
Patty Lou Fitzer
Jerry Tolson
David Neutzling
Patty Robinson
Brownie Tribe
Corinne Clutter
Frank Watkins
Shirley Henderson
Christmas Cantata At Guysville Church
R. C. Green announces Christmas services for Sunday December 21 at Guysville Stewart and Canaanville churches with a cantata to be performed Tuesday December 23 at 730 p m by the young people's choir. The text is by Mattie B Shannon and music by Fred B Holton featuring choir members and pianist Richard Hart.
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R. C. Green
Guysville
Canaanville
Stewart
Young People's Choir
Mattie B. Shannon
Fred B. Holton
Bethlehem
Joan Chesser
Nelli¢e Ogg
Jessie Simmons
Helen Moore
Lurene Buck
Blanche Fuller
Ramaga McCune
Olive Burk
Margaret Hayes
Garnette Klingenberg
Eleanore Buck
Cathrine Barrows
Janice Chapman
Eleanor Fuller
Winnie Nuzum
Richard Hart
Nazarene Sunday School to Receive Treats and Gifts
Primary Nazarene classes at 9 30 am will receive booklets and treats for the Sunday School. The pastor preaches a Christmas sermon at 10 30. Evening services feature a program by children and choir. A gift will be given to all attendees in remembrance of the Christ child birthday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nazarene Church
First Christmas Theme at Richland Church Services
The Richland Ave Methodist Church announces a Sunday program with evening sermon titled The First Christmas Morn at 7 30. Youth fellowship at 6 30. Church School at 9 30 in local locations Union New Marshfield and Clarks Chapel with morning services at 9 30 10 15 and 10 15 and preachings at 9 30 10 30 and 11 30 respectively.
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Richland Ave
Union
New Marshfield
Clarks Chapel
Presbyterians Observe Communion and Child Baptism
The Presbyterian Church schedules a Sunday service at 10 45 a m with Holy Communion. Parents seeking child baptism should contact the pastor Rev Fred E Luchs before Sunday morning. Rev Luchs will speak on For Unto Us a Child Is Born. Mr and Mrs Luchs host members and families Sunday and Monday evenings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Fred E. Luchs
Luchs
Jacksonville Charge Schedule Is Given
The Jacksonville Methodist Charge announces the weekly schedule from Rev. Charles E. Palmer. Jacksonville features morning worship at 9 with a sermon, Sunday School at 9 30, Young People at 6, and a Thursday prayer service at 7. Millfield holds church school at 9 30, worship at 10 30 with a sermon, and a Wednesday prayer service at 7. Trimble has church school at 9 30 and a 7 p.m. Christmas program with a pastor’s story. Chauncey lists church school at 9 30 and Sunday and Wednesday prayer services at 7. The Plains offers church school at 9 30 and Sunday and Thursday evening prayers at 7.
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Jacksonville
Chauncey — Church
The
Plains—Church School
Clouston To Preach At Church of Christ
Services at the Church of Christ on 6 Stimson Ave begin with a 9 30 a m song service and Bible study. C M Clouston will preach at 10 15 a m and the Lord s Supper observed at 11 a m. A 7 p m praise service and apostolic teaching follow. The Wednesday meeting asks Is Christmas Christian based on Origin and Observance.
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Church of Christ
Stimson Ave
C. M. Clouston
Meeting House
Virgin Birth Topic Heads Albany Baptist Sermon
The Rev. Thomas H. Hubbard will preach on The Virgin Birth at 10:30 A M at Albany Baptist Church. At 7:30 P M the Sunday School children directed by Mrs Eldon McDaniel present a pageant The Star featuring two numbers by the toy band.
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Thomas H. Hubbard
Albany Baptist Church
Albany Church
Eldon McDaniel
Star
Program announced for Zion Mission
The Rev. Herbert Householder will preach at Zion Mission at The Garden on Sunday morning at 10 30. Sunday School begins at 9 30. Music during the service will be provided by singers from Junction City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Householder
Zion Mission
the Garden
Junction City
Is the Universe Evolved by Atomic Force Subject
Christian Science Sunday lesson in Athens will discuss whether the universe and man were evolved by atomic force. The golden text affirms God’s power, with Job and Eddy’s Science and Health cited on fear and illness evolving from thoughts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Science Church
Athens
Mary Baker Eddy
Santa to Appear at Plains Church Christmas Programs
Two Christmas services are planned at the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in The Plains. Dec 21 candlelight service features white gifts for the king and charity foods for needy families. Santa's Secret play with cast lists follows on Dec 22 along with readings and pantomime. Public invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reorganized
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
the Plains
Donna Gabriel
Elaine Overly
Barbara Bryant
S. A
Burt” Bryant
Santa
Ellen Channing
Ruby Tinkham
Mary Jo Channing
Shirley Tinkham
Billy Williams
John Gabriel
Bonnie Overly
Blair Bryant
Florence Overly
Billy Parry
Christmas Music at First Methodist Church
Miss Joan Woolley will sing the soprano solo in We Have Seen His Star at the Christmas service. The Rev. Dr. John W. Danford preaches on The Great Fulfillment. Infant baptisms and new member receptions planned. A Christmas program by church children starts at 7 PM with carols and dramatic parts. Community invitation extended. no midweek service next Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan Woolley
First Methodist Church
John W. Danford
A. L. Vandeveer
Plan Entertainment At McDougal Church
A Christmas program will be given at the McDougal Church Sunday night at 7 30. Readings a play music and a pageant will comprise the program. Sunday School will be held at 10 o clock Sunday morning and an indoor picnic will be held at noon. In the afternoon a rehearsal for the evening program will be held.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDougal Church
Strouds Run Bible School and Christmas Program Planned
Bible School at Strouds Run will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. followed by preaching at 3. The Christmas program will be given at 7 30 Sunday evening instead of in the afternoon as previously announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bible School
Strouds
Episcopalians Plan Joint Dedication Service at McArthur
Good Shepherd Athens and Trinity McArthur will unite for a Sunday 10 45 a m dedication of Trinity’s new altar at McArthur on December 21. St Paul Logan will offer a 9 a m Dec 21 service to fit McArthur attendance. No Epiphany Nelsonville Dec 21. Christmas Day Holy Communion at 9 a m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Good Shepherd Episcopal Church
Athens
Trinity Church
McArthur
Good Shepherd Church
H. W. Roach
Holy Communion
Dale Clayton Ruble
Logan
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
St. Paul's Church
F. B. Atkinson
Epiphany Church
Nelsonville
Services Announced For Albany Methodist Church
Albany Methodist Church and Temple Methodist Church announce Sunday School at 9:30 and 10:00 A M respectively. Rev Syd ney C G Everson will tell Why the Chimes Rang and preach The Christmas Song at Albany. Rev Emerson preaches O Word of God Incarnate and Peace on Earth at 11:15 A M and 7:30 P M with Epworth League aiding and White Gift for Worthington Children's Home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Town House Methodist Church
Sydney C. G. Everson
Temple Methodist Church
Word of God
Emerson
Albany Methodist
Epworth League
Worthington
Chester Circuit Christmas Services Schedule Announced
The Chester Methodist Circuit led by Rev. James D. Taylor lists Pine Grove Morning worship at 9 15 Church School at 10 15 Alfred Church School at 9 30 morning worship at 10 45 Minersville Church School at 9 30 evening worship at 7 The pastor will preach on The Christmas Gladness and several churches plan Christmas programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Methodist Circuit
James D. Taylor
Pine Grove
Alfred
Minersville
Church of God Plans A Christmas Play
The Rev. Thomas F. E. Sexton will preach on Peace in Time of War at the morning service. The annual Christmas play Ye Who Set by the Fire will be performed Sunday night. Public invited to all services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. S. Westerman
Stanley Lanier
Williams
King Wenceslas
Thomas FE. Sexton
Church of God
Central Church Plans Christmas Program
The Central Methodist Church schedules a Christmas program at 10 15 a m with the theme Jesus Is Safe. The Primary Department and Junior Church will present an evening program at 7 30 featuring music recitations and gift distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Methodist Church
Jesus
State seeks 300 guards for plants in Ohio
Charles Huber of the American Legion reports a notice from H. H. Sands of the Ohio State Employment Service seeking 300 plant guards. Applicants aged 28 to 50, at least 5 feet 8 inches tall, in good shape, earn 70 cents per hour for 40 hours weekly with 6 to 8 hours overtime. Guards stationed at private plants. uniforms supplied. A State Unemployment Service rep will be in Pomeroy to take Meigs and Gallia County applications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallipolis
Charles Huber
American Legion Post
H. H. Sands
Ohio State Employment Service
Logan
Ohio
State Unemployment Service
Pomeroy
Meigs
Gallia
Huber
Holiday Program At Pilgrim Church
A Christmas service is planned at Pilgrim Holiness Church on Sunday morning with songs recitations scripture readings and a short sermonette starting at 9 45 a m. Evening events at 7 30 combine the Young People Society meeting with the usual service featuring Christmas Topics a Choralogue singing and the pastor’s sermon. A Wednesday prayer meeting is set for 7 30 a m. Rev Helena M Saneholtz is pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pilgrim Holiness Church
Young People’s Society
Helena M. Saneholtz
Barnett to Preach at New Marshfield Church
Pastor L. F. E. Barnett will lead Sunday morning and evening services at the New Marshfield Church of Christ. Sermons include Christ Crowded Out and Jesus the Light of the World. A Christmas Eve program and a watch night service on New Year’s Eve are planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. F E. Barnett
New Marshfield Church
Christmas Program at Buchtel Church This Sunday
Buchtel Methodist Church will present a Christmas program this Sunday at 2 p.m. with a treat for children at the Sunday School. A praise service is planned for 7 p.m. Sunday and a prayer service at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buchtel Methodist Church
Mitchell to Preach at Asbury Services
Mitchell will lead Christmas worship at Asbury Methodist Church near Guysville. Sunday School begins at 9:30 am followed by a 10:30 am sermon by Rev. Melvin E. Mitchell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Asbury
Asbury Methodist Church
Guysville
Melvin E. Mitchell
Morgan County Man Finds Prostate Relief After 15 Years
Stockport Ohio resident W C Ellis says long prostate trouble and rheumatic leg pain eased after taking TONJON. He reports frequent urination, burning, and stomach discomfort improved, urging others with similar issues to try the remedy from Tonjon Health. Sold by Quick’s Cut Ra On the Way to the Post Office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Ellis
Stockport
Marietta
Ohio
Tonjon
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Wilson Love
Gallipolis Social Notes
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Winton Avenue
David Altizer
John Haffett
Marable Haffett
Merriman Johnson
Forrest Wickline and Son
Wallace Houck
Floren Williams
John Blazer
John Wooten
Carolyn Wooten
WSCS
Grace Methodist Church
Carl C. Byers
Ray Ellinwood
S. L. Bossard
Mary Ewing
J. P. Haskins
Women's Association of
S. B. Huntington
EF. E. Higgins
Jessica Ceepping
Ruth Maddy
Catherine Hayward
H. W. Dexter
D. C. Priestley
Alice Bradbury
L. R. Hall
E. G. Roger
W. H. Ingerick
Donald Long
Galliapolis
Claude B. Parker
Dorothy Gist
Alfred Barlow
M. S. Barlow
Cleveland
H. E. Richards
Port Clinton
C. H. Booton
Virgie Smith
Los Angeles
Kenneth Welker
Billy
Camp Shelby
Miss
Lieut. Welker
Hilborn Cooper
Columbus
JL. C. Cooper
M. E.C
Murray City Choir
Wesleyan Methodist
Haydenville
Stewart Church
Athens Area Church Services
Christian Church
Guysville Church
Nazarene
Richland
Clouston
Hubbard
Plains
Methodists
Plan Entertainment
Goldberg
Optometrist
Optician
Worstell
N. Court St
Zenner’s Dept
Chester
Central Church
Pilgrim Church
Barnett
Buchtel
Big Chief
Quick's Cut Rate Drug Store
Athens, Ohio
Morgan County
TON Jon
Quick’s
Brug
Union St
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