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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1932
Page
2
Meigs County tax collections reach nearly 150000 after December period. About 180000 on the tax duplicate. officials call results very good. Last day before closing, 27000 was collected. Books to be checked alphabetically. payment open until auditors finish. Taxpayers across townships gain extra time to pay without penalties.
In Meigs County pewter sets rise from dusty attics as Washington memory inspires displays. Captain W. R. Haptonstall of Middleport shows a fine family collection fit to decorate a Colonial living room, inherited from his mother.
Advertises Klax-Ko as a cure for gall bladder problems and bilious symptoms including constipation and dizziness. Claims relief in 3 to 5 days with a 30 day money back guarantee. Sold atick's Cut Rate and other druggists.
The passing remark notes that pewter teapots and plates have long resided in Meigs County homes, suggesting many households possess such items gathered over the years.
Mrs. Elenore Prather 70, of Lower Middleport, died after a brief illness at her home. Widow of John Prather killed in an Athens area crash six years ago. She ran a grocery store and owned property, reportedly leaving no relatives but notable wealth. Funeral Friday at 1 30 p m at home with Rev. McCumber of Church of God officiating. Burial in Carlton Cemetery, Bedford Township.
Attorneys in Pomeroy set hearing dates for six cases in Meigs County Court. Smith vs Insurance Co February 24 American Supply Co vs French February 25 Price vs Johnson February 26 Craigg vs French March 2 McMurray vs Beegle March 1.
New Pittsburgh Coal Company versus Ebersbachs set for March 7 before Judge White. Three additional cases to be heard when he can attend from Gallipolis, including Norris versus the Board of Education of Letart Township mandamus action.
Representative Jacob Dean presented a paper here listing resolutions from the farm credit conference committee. The petition urges Congress to allocate 500 million dollars of 2 billion for agricultural credit and to lower or cap interest rates, Ohio tax relief on delinquent taxes, and promote local lending through Ohio Farm Bureau Intermediate Credit Corporation. It calls the Ohio General Assembly to act in the next session or a special session.
In Pomeroy on February 18 Aunt Dolly Tracy mother of Sheriff A O Tracy turned 84. She rose at 8 AM to begin her day. Mrs Sarah B Spencer mother of Mrs C A Hartley also turned 84 with a family gathering after staying awake all night with anticipation.
County Auditor H. J. Blackmore warns that personal tax returns begun Monday are light and urges property owners to file promptly to avoid a last minute rush before the March 31 deadline. He notes delays could prevent filing and force payment at the deadline.
POMEROY February 18 reports stronger business as recorder records several mortgage payoffs. Frank Harpold and wife repay Buckeye Savings & Loan Co 2200 dollars. Jesse and Blanche Davis 900. M C and Ella Wellington 1300. Arthur Butcher and wife 900. Vona Butcher and husband 100. W R Haptonstahl to Grace Downing 200.
POMEROY February 18 Two men meet at the First City Bank Corner to compare livestock dealings over the past years. Jacob Deans gloomy invest ment picture shows a $400 loss on a small herd kept through seasons. George Pierman of Bedford reports losses on every lot bought but clings to stock, feeding many heads this winter while awaiting higher markets.
In Middleport on February 18 the Literary Club honored Washington's bicentennial with a program. Mrs. H K Cook hosted at North Third Avenue and Hooker Street as members gave roll calls and readings on Washington life and presidency. The program included papers by Mrs. M L French, Mrs. R W Harris, and Mrs. Allen White. The next meeting will be with Mrs. R W Harris on South Second Avenue.
Ray and Warden Ours, cousins, linked to a disturbance at Gibbs filling station near Racine. After fleeing across the river, Ray Ours was found at a prayer meeting on the Ohio side and jailed. A visitor identified as Ralph Ours confessed he is Warden Ours, now sharing a jail cell.
Dr George Caldwell of Pomeroy injured foot after a fall at home. Hocking Valley miners finding work in the area after shutdown. Mrs W A Smith teaches at the Pomeroy high school replacing ill Miss Gertie McBride. County Commissioner W A Compton ill with head gathering after influenza. George W Kreitler exten sion agent two days ill in bed. Peter Ebersbach in Gallipolis hospital and wife in Parkersburg hospital slowly recovering from major operation and eye treatment.
Misa Etta Gaskill is improving after a week of serious illness. Mrs. E. Bowen hosted an all day quilting and potluck with attendees including Mrs. Edward Anderson, Mrs. Jennie Smith, Mrs. Phil Edwards, and others under Heath M. E. Church Ladies Aid. Several residents were in or leaving town for medical care, visits in Columbus, Holzer Hospital, and Marietta. the Christian Endeavor Society held a Valentine party at the Presbyterian Church with Vivian Middleton and Margaret Sauer leading.
A. M. White principal of Park Street School entertained his corps of teachers at the First Baptist Church on Tuesday. Lee McComas of Pearl Street School was a guest of Mr. White.
Syracuse February report says the buildings and machinery of the former Brocaisa Chemical Company are on the market. over half a million dollars was invested recently in the enterprise and the finest equipment is said to have been purchased for the project.
The Pomeroy City Club reorganized at Hotel Martin with Ernest Dueer elected president Scott Ridgeway vice president Ed ison Hobstetter secretary and Hart Stanbery treasurer. The club aims to boost business activity in the coming summer.
Pomeroy reports Mrs. Raymond Zeiher is spending $2000 on remodeling the Under Sell Shoe store. She installs modern shelving and builds offices on the second floor in the Middle Block on Main Street.
The funeral for C. H. Wise Sr. was conducted at his Middleport residence at 2 o'clock. Rev. C. H. Hichinger of Circleville and Rev. Willis R. Patterson officiated. Burial followed in Cheshire Gravel Hill Cemetery.
Berea Gas and Oil Company drilled the first well on Jackson Coal Company's Hartford West Virginia land and Sept C H Williams reports a ten barrel oil well. Drilling equipment moved to a second location on the same property and ready to begin operations.
R G Webster moves his insurance and mortgage offices to a new location in Pomeroy on February 18. The change affects customers and will be followed by a period of transition as records are relocated and services continue.
A vintage ad asserts one swallow of Bronchuline Emulsion gives instant relief from coughing with another dose an hour later potentially stopping the cough entirely. It guarantees money back if relief isn’t achieved, claims no dope or stomach upset, and credits McKee Drug Company and other first‑class druggists.
The Atkinson Sisters relocate from Pt. Pleasant to the Pomeroy Hotel occupying rooms previously used by Mr. Webster as they establish residence in the Hotel Martin complex.
Bethany Miss Avis Ladd is ill with the flu at home. Leslie Petty has been ill for several days. Mrs. John Harper died Wednesday and burial occurred Saturday. A. A. Place of Marion is visiting relatives in Coolville.
Wryatt Minear of Stewart sustained a gentle painful injury while handling a load of hay in his barn. Mrs. Glenora Wright and George visited in Athens on Tuesday. Mrs. Erma Petty and son N spent Tuesday with her brother Garrett Chalfant in Stewart.
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