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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1932
Page
11
Classifieds note readers about available rental rooms or houses on this page. The item mentions Nelson in the 412 W Logan area and a contact James A Caldwell for arrangements. Also includes auto repair ad for Lin Scott and Menders Garage with economical pricing and phone numbers 467 and 92.
Public notice states that 1931 real property assessments in Athens County Ohio have been revised and are open for inspection in the County Auditor's office Athens County. Complaints on valuations are to be heard February 5 through February 16 1982 by the County Board of Revision.
Spring weather brings demand for gas heaters in the Household Goods section of the Messenger Classifieds. Call 0243 to place an ad and sell an extra heater quickly.
In the Southern District of Ohio Eastern Division Trasin Bros bankrupt adjudged February 9 1932. First meeting of creditors before George Bitzer Referee in Bankruptcy at Chillicothe Ohio February 24 1932 at 1:30 PM. Creditor claims examined trustee appointed and related proceedings.
In the Eastern District of Ohio the court cites C H Bryson as bankrupt under No 8995. The first meeting of creditors is Feb 26 1932 at 1:30 PM before Referee B Bitzer at Carlisle Block Chilli Ohio.
In the District of Ohio the case of Lucy W Bryson a bankrupt is filed. Creditors are notified that a meeting of creditors will be held February 25 1934 at 1 30 PM before Referee George B Bitzer at Room 1 Carlisle Block Mount Vernon Ohio. Creditors may attend and prove claims.
The probate court of Athens County Ohio lists accounts filed for estates of John J Cooper Nellie M Frost Benjamin C Phd and others with hearing suspended for publication exceptions until March 7. Guardians and executors including Charles Raymond Green Maude L Woodworth and William Currens appear in first and final accounts.
Tom and Grace Tom filed in the Common Pleas Court of Athens County Ohio for foreclosure of mortgage on 0.29 acre located on Federal Route 50 North in Ames Township with residence listed as Ling Station. They must answer on or before March mid 1912. attorney cited.
In Washington the War Secretary and Senator Hawes argued in the Senate wing after Hurley called the Hawes Cutting bill for Philippine independence cowardly. Hawes demanded a retraction, which Hurley refused, sparking a heated exchange.
Shriners from central and southern Ohio will gather in Columbus on Lincoln's birthday anniversary for the Aladdin Temple ball at the Masonic Temple. They visit with their ladies to honor Aladdin's new potentate Raymond Zirkel and Mrs. Zirkel. The event is the year's top Shrine social function in Ohio.
petitions filed with the secretary of State call for Senator James Hamilton Lewis Democrat Illinois to have his name on the April 12 primary ballot in the presidential race thrust.
William Hart of Mt Vernon was identified by a nine year-old boy as the man who fatally stabbed George Addison during a quarrel, as his trial for second degree murder proceeded in Gilead.
Gov George White departed Columbus at noon en route to Washington where he will speak to the Women’s National Democratic Club at the Mayflower Hotel Friday night.
Chicago market opened with Lo-Wheat futures up two cents as stocks strengthen and abroad markets show unexpected gains. Traders awaited further price signals amid thin early trading and local demand indicators.
In Coshocton on February 11, 75 year old U.R. McAbee Shaw was killed when his car collided with a Greyhound bus. Twenty bus passengers escaped injury in the incident.
Columbus reports the Lape and Adler Company will expand its shoe factory with a four story addition to the existing plant. President H L Lape announced the plan today.
The four-man bobbled competition at the I. I. IL Winter Olympic games in Lake Placid was postponed due to rain and temperatures from 40 to 45 degrees above zero.
In Canton Quebec on February date, Mr and Mrs George Calhoun wake to sounds they think are burglars. Calhoun grabs a shotgun and fires after hearing a noise in the bathroom fatally wounding Mrs Calhoun who lay on the floor as he switches on the sights.
Patrolman William Kearns shot and killed Charles Reed, 26, of Columbus, during an attempted breakaway while being taken to the First District station in Cincinnati. Reed reportedly tried to flee as officers restrained him. The incident is under investigation by local authorities.
Athens County politics remain calm with few actions. Merwin Mansfield of Canaan Township filed a petition as the fourth Democrat seeking the May primary for county commissioner. Allen L. Riley of Nelsonville filed as a Republican candidate, his petition bringing the tally to ten filed with clerk David Johnson.
Elizabeth Lawson a Pentecostal minister in Springfield Michigan arranged and performed the marriage between her ex husband Lawson and Velma Sneed creating a marital triangle. Lawson had divorced two weeks prior blaming Sneed for the split and then consented to the marriage between the two women.
New York stocks advanced broadly as investors priced in a new credit plan to spur business. Steel and motor shares led the surge with notable gains, while airlines, utilities, and rail issues posted varied rises. Strong performers included United States Steel, Westinghouse, American Telephone, and Southern Pacific with several to-points movements.
Iria Jean Amos from Rutland is honored in the birthday column as a second grader at Rutland School. Kathleen Royland and Leslie George Michaela, both sixth graders at Central School in Attle Athens, are also noted birthday celebrants.
Mrs Charles A Lindbergh will describe her experiences in flood struck China on a national network program day and time to be announced. The broadcast will be carried by the National Mie ting Company and Columbia Broadcasting System.
Fragmented list shows bale produce receipts and eastern market prices. Mentions Neoray I receipts 14 Lée and 2003s ib conor with poultry references. Includes prices such as Russet potatoes at 78 per 100 and Green Mt items, indicating a local market rundown with assorted goods and quantities.
Fragmentary Chicago market area item details a current receipt with items including Butter-Marn and various numbers. Reading is obstructed. no clear event date or entities beyond city reference.
A garbled OCR item on local food products lists poultry items with unclear brands and prices. The readable terms include Pittsburgh area references and references to poultry such as leghorn and geese, but specific details and amounts are illegible.
Livestock prices show downward pressure on pigs with quotes near 4 dollars, cows around Cafvee oats and seed issues noted as weak. Sheep and lambs steady to weak with modest gains for select lots, price range up to mid 60s for certain categories.
The report lists cattle and calves with varied prices and limited demand. Hog prices show modest declines while beef and sheep values drift. traders note steady to lower trends with some strong lots and smaller consignments. Demand remains cautious as markets adjust to supply levels and regional activity.
February market brief shows near closing prices for grain and dairy. Wheat No 2 red and No 1 white quoted with bid offers around 28 to 46 cents. Butter creamery and timothy hay values listed, with cash prices noted for February.
Market notes from KNAPP CO indicate improved hardware demand and a brighter February outlook for the har industry. The report mentions American International adjourned annual actions, Illinois Central statements on preferred stock, Bendix Aviation updates, and steel and can companies adjusting plans to conserve cash amid unsettled conditions.
United Press dispatch notes Telephone Co will plant additions and betterment during 1932. Amicoan Sheet & Plate Co will resume at Monessen Pa with about 300 tip plate workers. Nairn in Kearny N J reports earnings per share 43 90 cents vs 8 cents in 1930. Reno store sales for four weeks total 18 560 313 vs 15 860 — Chicago business indicators show gradual improvement and Mohawk Carpet reports 1931 net operat 10 673 versus 1930 loss.
Readable lines list several Athens train times and numbers including departures at 12 19 pm and 7 44 pm and arrivals such as 11 20 am. The garbled text also mentions northbound and westbound routes and multiple train numbers with scattered times.
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