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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1941

Page

8

Red Grange Favors Missouri Over Fordham in Sugar Bowl

Red Grange predicts a high scoring Sugar Bowl clash with Missouri versus Fordham. He notes Missouri's backfield strength led by Stenher Wade and Lee with Jenkins at center, while Fordham counters with Blumenstock Cherverko and a strong passing game anchored by Pip Fitipewics. He also mentions the broader Sugar Bowl week, including East-West all-star plans and other bowl attractions in New Orleans.

New Orleans War San Francisco Missouri Fordham Miecouri Paul Christman Don Fauret Tigers Bob Stenher Red Wade Harry Lee all-America Jenkins State Portham Hae Jim Blumenstock Amfirejeo George Cherverko Pip Fitipewics

Vinton Rural Triumphs In Tight Albany Visit

Vinton Rural Tigers edged Albany Ses 36 to 27 in a close road tilt. The visitors opened 8 0 lead, held a 12 5 halftime margin, then withstood Albany fourth quarter push to claim an eighth win against two Albany losses.

Tweeday Vinton Vinton Cube Albany Cube Viettore Vinton Reral Tigere Albany Tigers Abhenye Pincelli Morris Ghie Almeny Gregory Wee

Blue Lake Personal and Social Notes

Blue Lake notes document local family events and social items. Mentions include Mre George Mink at the Marietta plant, a Christmas program led by Orie Sheets, births within families, and local residents preparing for Navy service and other life events.

Blue Lake George Mink Marietta Atlee Elizabeth Benda Orie Sheets Little Bullskin Navy Lowell Herries Harrison Omni Leaper Giteon Marien

Coaching Basketball Compared To Major League Hurling Says Riddie

Columbus Ga report quotes coach Elmer Kiddie of the Concinnat comparing coaching basketball to major league pitching. He says his veterans know the fine points of the game and worries center on substitutions as the bench stays heated.

Riddie Columbus. Ga Elmer Kiddie Peter Pasko East Stroudsburg State Teachers College Milwaukee Kaugins Novikett

Fight Results Viafting in Dover

Rev. and Mr James en Wendas visit Mr. and Mrs Jone Bullock. Rev Baliocn of Veestion hosts Olivett Sunday morning 10 30 and Sunday evening at 7 pm. From Ms tithe many people attend overs Wood.

Dover Agg James En Wendas Othe Mos Jone Bullock Baliocn Veestion Free Olivett

Riggs and Kovacs in Pro Debuts

Promised professional tennis event features anticipated debuts for Riggs and Kovacs. Report notes a New York promoter backing the match and suggests 1941 as a peak year for heavy press coverage and public interest.

Riggs and Kovacs

Social Notes From Union MT Area Christmas Gatherings

Mrs Zeke Jortan returned home from Columbus after visiting her daughter Mrs Frances Timgiee. Mr and Mrs A R R Caster of Athens attended a Christmas Dinner and Friendship Pal meeting at the Church. Mrs Helen Turner and others assisted with quilting. Mr and Mrs Ralph Chase and daughter from Columbus were guests of Mr and Mrs Bow Peek. Mr and Mrs M A Epple were in Athens. Mrs Hartey Carr is spending time away, while other local plans are noted.

Zeke Jortan Matertey Columbus Bee Frances Timgiee A. RR Athen Helen Turner C. W Wiemann Lena Bretten Ruth Nicholson Cire Nehokon Ralph Chase Colummus Bow Peek Hartey Carr Bam Tee Aise Wielt Charleston

Family Christmas At The Latertains Home

Mrs Elisabeth Remenette hosted a Sunday gathering at the family home with planned Monday dish and Christmas day exchange. Mrs Kotanette was remembered with gifts as the family celebrated.

Chauncery Elisabeth Remenette Kotanette

Duke Favored 2 1 in Roses Game by Duke Oregon State

In Durham Duke holds a 2 to 1 edge over Oregon State as both teams resume drills for the Rose Bowl before 55 000 on New Year’s Day. Coach Lon Stiner and Captain Martin Chaves express confidence while emphasizing teamwork and steady play.

Gillespie Texas A Bulldogs Texas Tech el Paso San Bern Utah Hawaii Durham N. C Duke Oregon State State Lon Stiner Martin Chaves Chaves

Christmas Dinner Among Relatives In Revenna

Middleport notes describe Rev Ht. A s and Mrs Elmer Burnett of Ste John FaenS taking their home in Revenna where he works. A group of relatives shared Christmas dinner including Mr and Mrs Glenn Jarve of Unreneville and others from nearby towns.

Middleport Elmer Burnett eSte John Faens Oa Revenna End Glenn Jarve Unreneville Laurie McKay Portian FA Fihconaah Anuanaie Fmerhuis CF. Remerer Mattie Bennett Allie Maurkc

Racine Personal Notes Detail Holiday Visits and Travels

Racine society columns list families visiting relatives and friends across Wisconsin and Washington DC. Names include Mr and Mrs Charles and Linda, Mr and Mrs Kenmet Gailey, Mrs Pauline Crenshaw, and Mrs Mae Wolfe with domestic trips on the steamer William Penn and Christmas vacations.

George Rochester Charles Linda Jown Bard William Penn Berthe Boyd L. Morrecon Mauve T. T. Shelton Tee Charter Fetton Arther Gian Pomeray Pauline Mae Wolfe Racine B.D Pauline Crenshaw

Fullerton's Sports Roundup Pro Tennis Debut At Garden Tonight

Fullerton reports a busy sports scene as tennis crowds rise with Bobby Riggs and Frank Kovacs making their pro debut at Madison Garden tonight. Lex Thompson projects modest profits while Gene Koreelius and Pittsburgh Field Club chatter highlight the show. Mentions of Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams as top athletes round out this roundup.

Hugh Fullerton, Jr New York Bobby Riggs Frank Kovacs the Garden Alexis Thompson Lex

Christmas Service At Plains Draws Large Attendance

A Plains area Christmas service was largely attended Sunday night at the Plains Church. Members gathered for the holiday observance, with familiar hymns and a brief sermon highlighting community spirit and charity.

Plains Service

Novikoff Compared to Dizzy Dean in Wilson's Opinion

In a Wilson’s Opinion feature Jimmy Wilken Cubs manager and former St Louis teammate discuss Moe Novikoff Chicago outfielder. The piece recalls Novikoff’s spring struggles and contrasts his form with Dizzy Dean, noting past careers and hopes for a rebound with Milwaukee and the Cubs.

Novikoff Dizzy Dean Wilson Phuladelpna Lee Novikoff Chicago Cubs Desry Dean Jimmy Wilken Cubs Wiken Ol Diz St. Louie

Dover Children Gather on Wednesday Night for Treat

More than seven caches of candy were distributed around the community tree on Sycamore Street near the training ball field. Children and adults participated with Lawrence Reeves in a role during the event while Thomas Hamilton oversaw the distribution. Mayor W. J. Hines attended the gathering.

Dover Chauncey Sycamore St Lawrence Reeves Clace Mye Thoma Hamilton E. Ote W. JD. Hines Wee

Pastoral Preach At Plains Sunday

Mrs Carte Chauncey will lead the sermon at the Holiness Church in Chauncey at 7 am Sunday. Joseph Hines of Burr Oak recently injured, with his brother Dimen visiting from Chauncey on Christmas Day.

Chauncey Mrs. Carte Channel Joseph Hines Burr Oak Brother Oeer Dimen

Chauncey District Social and Personal Note

Chauncey district social and personal item mentions an event or notice involving local residents. The readable fragments reference a person or group leaving for an unspecified destination and include partial names or surnames. Details are sparse but indicate a social notice or personal update in the Chauncey area.

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