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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1933
Page
6
Mrs. Julian M. Snyder known as Marian Bush arrives from New York City after crossing the Atlantic on The Europa. She plans a month at The Beeches visiting her brother Gordon K. Bush and sister-in-law.
Planes have been completed for the Central School Benefit Bridge Party to be held tonight at eight in the corridor of the Central School Building. The Central P T A organizes the event to raise funds and invites parents and friends. Prizes for high scores donated by Athens merchants. Small admission fee.
The Esther Class of the Christian Church meets at 7 PM at 168 North Lancaster Street led by Mrs. H F Kittle. Mrs. James Carmichael, homebound at 112 University Terrace, shows slight improvement after two weeks of illness. Mr and Mrs Ray McCollins and son George of Huntington WV visit Richland Avenue and Chauncey with the McCollins family, and Evan Hamilton Jr and Ernest Ruble stay with the Hamiltons on Maple Street. END BLACKBURN FUNERAL.
Relatives who attended the service in this city included a sister Miss Williabeth Blackburn of Columbus a brother Mr J C Blackburn of Toledo and a nephew Mr Charles P Blackburn with family of Munington West Virginia along with Mrs Ina Coleman and her daughter of Guysville
Fred Beherffius, 60, charged with attempt to defraud several persons, was identified as the man who allegedly defrauded Robert Beagle of Detroit out of 4000 in a fake stock deal on January 16. Beagle, operator of Pioneer Moving Company, said he did not report the swindle to spare his wife embarrassment.
Jacob Dachstiener, an unemployed man living alone in Columbus, was found frozen to death today on his home steps. The body was discovered by Donald Griffin. The temperature dropped to 0 degrees at 2 a.m., rising to 12 degrees later.
A basement coal pile on Congress Street sinks low then, with a Saturday blizzard, a family loads in two tons through a basement window. The writer jokes at Groundhog Day forecasts and laments the storm while noting their looming coal needs.
The writer recalls braving a snowstorm to see the evergreen in front of the Courthouse and suggests removing the tree while memories of its beauty linger. They muse on appearances, inner meaning, and the appeal of a witty barber, noting how barbers spark chatter and tips with clever talk.
Mayor Ray T. Miller presents a work relief plan to Cleveland City Council to employ 38,730 heads of families on city projects with 9.2 million dollars in revenues. The program would replace charity hiring with wage work on projects including lake cliff erosion control, stadium grounds, park beautification, and Highland Park Golf Course maintenance.
U R Seneca County war veterans held a county wide rally in Tiffin to oppose reductions in soldiers' compensation. More than 200 veterans voted to protest activities of the National Economy League, assailed as eastern money power by Paul R. Herbert of Columbus, former state American Legion commander.
Allen County home and farm owners received an 80 day moratorium on mortgage foreclosures from Judge Emmit B. Everett in common pleas court. The delay was issued to offset the rising foreclosures caused by economic distress.
In Toledo Ohio on February 6 campaign notes report a forced sale of Walter Croziers farm near Haskins to satisfy an $800 chattel mortgage. The Penny auction group of Wood Henry and Seneca counties plans to attend. The Northwestern Ohio Farmers party will be outlined by C B Wharton of Kenton. Banks and finance companies suspend foreclosures for a year while the Farm Debt Protective Association seeks a settlement.
Dutch warships hurried after the training ship De Zeven Provincien whose mutinous crew, composed of Sumatrans, overpowered officers. They aimed for Sourabaya to free local enlisted men after a pay cut. The ministry of colonies cites a wage reduction in the Dutch Navy.
Geneva February 6 The League of Nations Committee of 19 agreed in principle that non recognition of Manchukuo should be included in settlement recommendations for the Japan China dispute.
A home crafting note outlines a clever jumper frock pattern 2516 with instructions and measurements for sewing a stylish garment. The piece highlights practical steps and fabric choices, guiding readers through cutting and stitching to achieve a finished outfit.
Advertises pattern 2046 for a pleated jumper and matching blouse aimed at younger shoppers. Details sizes 8 through 16, fabric requirements, step by step instructions, and price 15 cents for pattern plus 15 cents for a fashion book. catalog and pattern together 25 cents. Address order to The Athens Messenger Pattern Department New York City.
The piece discusses a double decolletage design bridging high necks and lower necklines, with front and back high emphasis and side cutouts. It covers luxury bag tops, advising value in ornaments and reusability, plus winter coat styling with hood collars for motoring and sport. It also hints at patchwork tea sets and bedspread ideas from a Care Department leaflet.
The article outlines stew cooking tips to avoid overcooking vegetables and suggests dumplings pair well with veal. It lists tomorrow's menu: breakfast dried apricots codfish balls, lunch lentil soup banana salad, dinner rabbit stew and veal stew with egg dumplings. It provides a veal stew recipe with ingredients, browning method, simmer times, and a recipe for egg dumplings.
Young people of Greens Run Church of Christ presented a playlet titled Loyalty directed by Miss Carrye Smith. Youths will lead Sunday services in February and March with special music and a short sermon by Rev. G. B. Courtney. An attendance contest between local Bible Schools runs to Easter Sunday.
Senior Class members at Chauncey-Dover High School enjoyed a Friday night party at Joe Guerra and Caro lyn Guerra’s Millfield Bridge home in Millfield. Activities included jig saw puzzles and dancing with a refreshment course served. Attending were Supt. Wesley Walburn, Coach Paul Theisen, Miss Ruth Fiske, and Mrs. Walburn and Mrs. Theisen with son Paul Tyrus.
Mrs. James A. Long and her son George of Dayton spent the end of the week in Chauncey with Mrs. Long's parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Harvey Nye.
Luther Gaskins, son of Mr and Mrs Charles Gaskins, died Sunday at the family home in The Plains. Funeral services are set for Wednesday at 1 PM at The Plains Church conducted by Rev O M Grace with burial in Greenlawn Cemetery.
February gathering of the Friendship Bible Class at Chauncey Church of Christ will be held Wednesday night at the home of Misses Elizabeth and Eleanor Close. Members should bring a Valentine for a contest. A devotional and business meeting precede a program, social hour and refreshments.
Dover Township Board of Trustees met in the Town Hall to discuss relief work and approved several bills. Attending were F. E. Boudinot C. S. Bradfield Sr. Harvey Courtney and Clerk Guy B. Osborne.
Mrs Eliza beth Knode and sister Miss Helen Howard plan a Chauncey Chauncey Church of Christ gathering at Ellis Avenue Wednesday afternoon. Mrs Floyd Nye directs the meeting and Mrs T R Hamilton leads the program for the Christian Woman's Bible Class.
The Boy Scouts of America will hold a Scouters' convention on Thursday in the Southern Hotel. The Central Ohio Area Council, based in the Spahr Building, is organizing the event with Dr. John W. Wilce, president of the Central Ohio group, presiding.
Farm and home owners of Lorain County gather in Wellington on Friday to organize a penny army. The group aims to oppose foreclosure proceedings against properties and defend local farms.
An advertisement for MELLO GLO face powder from D. Zenner Co. touts a new French process that spreads smoothly, hides tiny lines, reduces pores, and leaves a fragrant, nonirritating, fresh appearance. Priced at $1.00.
About 200 high schools from Ohio, West Virginia and Pennsylvania are invited to Wooster College on February 25 for a science open house, inviting students and teachers to explore science.
The Wickliffe coroner's inquest into the Ridgecliff Sanitarium fire resumes at the town hall. Nine women patients died in the blaze. testimony previously taken from nurses Ethel Craig and Florence Farrell and watchman Millward L. Smith.
A major fire swept Coney Island early today destroying a solid block of concessions. Estimated loss hits 250000 dollars as freezing weather and roaring flames turned the scene into a bizarre spectacle. Firemen kept rotating to thaw clothing while salvage efforts slid packing cases across ice to safety.
Richard Webb was to be arraigned on drunkenness charges when an argument at the Brunswick pool room on North Court Street led to Carl Riser striking Webb on the head with a pool cue. Webb was jailed and attended by a physician.
Roger W. Babson economist states in a February statement through the American Veterans Association that repayment of the soldiers bonus would harm business rather than aid it, stressing negative economic impact and urging caution in bonus policy.
Berlin reports detail the Nazi government granting emergency powers to curb opposition. Newspapers press for action as Hitler consolidates control while police enforce measures during funeral crowds and public gatherings amid drizzly, biting wind.
In Youngstown the steel plant will alter town area operations next week with a two percent concession and gains being held. The change affects workers and local logistics as authorities implement the revised schedule.
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