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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1931

Page

3

Nelsonville City Report Details 1930 Revenues and Costs

Miss Louie A Bord, San Juan heiress, plans a polar expedition backed by the National Geographic Society and a sponsor, to trundle into the Arctic wastes north of the circle. The article records city finances for the year 93 including general fund receipts of 28,682.77 and expenditures across police, health, water works, and electric departments.

Nelsonville Feb. T Mity Audi Ralph Eliot State Department Psur Salveltor FeDemt Sraubee Gersha Fasoline Wilance Am Regardlee Water Works Department Electric Light Department Lipense Omanttarureng Plalion Flz Ralines Louie A. Bord San Jpranasco Arctic Circle Nasional Urotraphia

U S Bureau of Mines aids in scout first aid classes

J F E Lee and Joe Galvin led a week of first aid classes in the reading room. Zanesville Y.M.C.A. and Y groups schedule basketball on Feb 14 with four teams in the afternoon and evening games. Southeastern Ohio tournament runners up lead to March 7 at Zanesville. Junior girls join gym timetable. Athens factory men shift schedule to seven o’clock Wednesdays.

U.S. Bureau of Mines J. F E. Lee Joe Galvin Zaneaie Ys Wll Fannrfield County Y. Mf. Co. A Jenior A Jenior F Zanesuile Zanesville Gosl Nest Weet Tecal Athens

Reverend Liesl Evans to begin Palm Sunday talks in Nelsontill e

The Rev Liesl Evans will start a series of talks at First Presbyterian Church in Nelsontiller on Sunday morning focusing on The Gospel and Its Application to Our Individual Needs The choir will perform Let Mount Zion Re ful es Evening service honors Gov wis and opens Scout Week in Neb orifice The minister will speak on oath at that meeting Personal mentions include the Wilsons of Poplar Street traveling to Columbus for their daughter s serious illness and Ohio University students Wilma Hickman Tenn es tent and Adda Frances Butts visiting relatives Mr and Mrs A B Wells Athens Attorney and Mrs W F H Grady of Louisville Ky visiting due to Mrs Wells s critical illness

Nelsontille Liesl Evans First Presbyterian Church Palm Fundy Mount _ Zion Rch Neborifice Eugene Wilson Poplar Street Columbus Bernice Murrey Wilma Hickman Tennestent Adda Frances Butts Ohio University Vir C. C. Butts A. B. Wells Athens W. FH. Grady Louisville E. Wella

Scouts Week Events Featured in Nelsonville Activities

Nelsonville February 7 details a full Scout Week with events across the United States. Programs include ceremonies at Crest Church and Sunday evening gathering, with Mayor Jhekman and local officials attending. Speakers, demonstrations, exhibits, and a Fifth Avenue style dinner mark a busy slate for Scout units and councils.

Nelsonvilly Hal Scouts of America Coke Mat Nelgios Seonm Senna Heuer Ccasiat Coul Seoul Tob Veloe Jhekman Wall Ao Albenate Torney Walt Orenr Delbert Pune Fe M.C. A I. Johnson Fortier Iran Whitiston Chaice Pugh Nelsonvitle Nelsonville

Master of State Grange to Speak in Oak Grove Dedication

Nelsonville Feb 7 W 5 Kirk Port Clinton master of Cre Ohio State Grange will deliver the principal address Friday night Feb 12 when York Grange 2436 will dedicate its new home at Circle THY Oak Grove in a program directed by Athens County Pomona Grange. The dedication begins 5 30 pm with chicken supper and 7 30 pm program. York Grange of 132 members organized since 1927 will present a play A Poor Married Man. The group recently moved into the former New Pittburgh state building near the Saddler Shop. Mrs Kate Blake Columbus is visiting.

Nelsonville Kirk Port Clinten Cre Ohto State Grange Penh York Grange New Pittaburth Circle Thy Saddler Oak Grove Terk Township

Local Nelsonville Notes On Homes And Trades

Residents report on wartime shortages and recent repairs in Nelsonville. A well-known Veal Street figure is described seen in modest attire during Michaux week, amid reports of upgrades to marble industry facilities and new public talks by community leaders about future plans.

Thanks for kindness after fire at Elise McNamtee home

Community members express gratitude for shelter and protection provided to Elise McNamtee and her family after a January fire destroyed their residence. Neighbors offered care while they arrange new housing, with Ram expressing appreciation for the support and the community’s steady assistance.

Nelsonville Elise McNamtee

Mrs Burns Dies in Nelsonville Hospital

Delphia Harng, 37, wife of Willan Burns of near Unaydenmaitte, died Friday at White Cross Hospital in Columbus. Her husband, four children, a stepfather and her mother survive. Funeral services and church rites were conducted by Reverend Ale. Sutter's church group and local officers held a separate meeting with election of officers and notes on social events. Local notices include a bowling result at Arcade Alleys and announcements of births and family events.

Nelsonvile Eh Mera Delphia Harng Willan Burns Unaydenmaitte White Cross T Hospital Columbus Pune Chareh Ale. Sutter Coke Geko Ava Tasaderyerttie

Local Red Cross Reorganized in Saint Louis City

The Saint Louis Red Cross unit reorganized after a mass meeting at the mayor’s office. Key officers named include Mayor Hickman as president and A. L. Cowan as secretary. A review of local chapters and relief plans followed, with bids for community aid and fundraising discussed for upcoming drives.

Residents Warned as Charity Inquiry Reaches Victims

Local residents face warnings as a charity inquiry expands with allegations against organizers. Officials push for caution while scrutiny targets a network of benefactors, and community members await updates on potential remedies and eligibility for relief.

Fragmented account of a public event and social notices

A scrambled text fragment recalls a meeting or ceremony with names and roles such as Wes, Heather, Kate, Barbace, and pastors. It mentions attendance, a president, a banquet or reception, and a list of participants and observers, ending with references to a wedding or bridal event and honors.

Social event at Tier Vinee hosts notable guests

A social gathering at Tier Vinee on Tant Street Mes featured Mrs Miatealin Raybould and several guests including Mrs Weiler Gres Nira and Susen Tiewier. Attendees enjoyed refreshments and conversation as part of the evening social.

Reese Caudeat Bely Mial Tier He Tant Street Mes Jar Mabeyaia Henry Walkree Niemehers Preyon’ Weies Miatealin Raybould Weiler Gres Nira Susen Tiewier Gar Wobbeee Giertha Wieser Tatu Varry Matiateklid Tosten

Athens County Inspector Started Work On Case Findings

A garbled report references an Athens County inspector who reportedly began work on a case. The text also mentions a Athens City health board and payroll issues, with scattered names and places including Virginia and Vander Mittento. The fragmentary item alludes to investigations involving officials and a public notice style of reporting.

Athens County

New Decors Installed At Postoffice Here

Decors added at the post office as part of improvements. The work involved installing new fixtures and updating interior design to modernize the facility. Officials note the changes aim to enhance public access and service convenience for patrons in the area.

Sale President of Eagles To Be Here

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Women to Aid County Relief Effort

A list of women volunteers from Athens organize to assist county relief operations. The document names several local figures including Mibee Pea Phony, Vine 11 Morestih, and others, outlining duties and areas of responsibility for relief work beginning May. The text also mentions coordination with committees and phone and telegraph communications for rapid action.

Athens Fin Corps Beek Boy Abs

Coal Company Building Destroyed by Fire

A destructive blaze struck the Nelsonville area destroying the Coal Co building. Fire crews reported heavy smoke and extensive damage though no fatalities were listed. Investigators began examining the scene as neighbors described the rapid spread and loud crackling flames.

Unreadable OCR Brief Yields Faded Local Item

Fragmentary text mentions Fremont and Sherman with unclear action and names. Core facts not recoverable. cannot determine event, date, or participants from the readable lines.

Replica Harvester Exhibit At Walnut Grove Yard

An archival notice describes a replica of the first grain reaper created by the First Messenger team. Workers at the Atinens Papteiment Company prepared the original for display at Walnut Grave Arm in Siege Taser, Vitalela, with local officials confirming transportation routes and safety plans.

Atheny Atinens Papteiment Company Senat Carepenton Steel Pridav Mepilen Olrinal Reaper Siege Taser Vitalela Corns Wethernfelk

Athena County Senior Day program planned at local high schools

Athena County high schools, under guidance from the State Department of Education, designate May as Senior Day at Athena County High School. Superintendent Root notes seniors will tour labs and conduct tests to showcase project work, with about 240 participants from across the county. The plan aims to link students with Ohio University and related opportunities, aided by county superintendents Belin and Batten.

Athena County High Menat Huth Ding Athena County Ate Root Athena County School Siuperintendent Roat Pathor Plafedaek Jeohy Ro Johnenay Ses Eran Peponpes Afeeryaay Thala Cate Shigti Phivatheoat Boot Deviared Gullanda AL Belin Mlamat Cocety Batten Clintan Ceanty Ohio T University Root Hubloves

87 Miles Per Gallon Pledge Sparks Automotive Debate

A garbled notice mentions a 87 miles per gallon claim and a promotional push. It references Willer Orth plow, an O653-4 model, and a dubious incentive scheme involving salesmen and agencies offering £5 to £1,000,000 per year. The fragment suggests a contest or prize tied to fuel efficiency but lacks coherent specifics.

Willer Orth Slate Agencien Ifa Trina

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