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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1931
Page
2
An 11 year old detainee whose stated aim of pursuing education led to banditry was held for grand jury action in the county jail. He and a companion used funds intended for schooling to finance the plan, with officers noting the motive and background behind the incident.
Rumors swirl in Pomeroy about a possible Glass Company plant moving from Tulsa to Middleport or Rutland, tied to a long gas supply contract. Local analyst Mr Robson of Martanis Corp highlights site suitability factors like transport, fuel, and labor, while Rotary Club members hear his view on locating new industries. Local residents, schools, and businesses are noted, with community leaders stressing targeted studies to attract manufacturing.
Pomeroy Feb 3 Two drivers Fred White a bus operator and Averell McFarland a Rutland Porteray taxi driver report bad luck after black cats appear on roads causing engine trouble and long delays. McFarland avoided two roads choosing a third route into town.
Mrs. Belle Seldenable sues Albert Kaspar and William Helnes for 1500 claiming blasting from two drift mines near Neylorg Hunl damaged her home and outbuildings in Pomeroy second ward. She seeks a restraining order against blasting until the case is heard.
Evelyn G. Cline filed for divorce and alimony from Everett W. Cline alleging negligence and failure to support. She states they married May 7, 1927, had one child who died, and that he refused to work or provide a home, forcing her to wash for a living after utilities were cut off. She returned to her parents home in January 1920 and remains there.
Mary Collins wife of Robert Collins died at her home near Hiland Church Thomas Tork after a three year tuberculosis illness. Survived by six children several of them young. Family moved to Hiland Church from near Albany. Funeral will be held at Hiland Church followed by burial at the former home.
Sarah Elizabeth Dupin, 87, died Wednesday at her son Edwin Dunns home near Hanging Rock. She leaves three sons and one daughter. Burial will be in Middleport Hill Cemetery. Arrangements not announced. Funeral attendees from Jackson Charleston Columbus and nearby towns gathered for T. T. Williams service at Pomeroy Baptist Church Thursday.
Middleport Feb 20 Feenes Sennett Post American Legion will attend Heath Mlow n Church Sunday evening where pastor will preach a sermon for the occasion Women meet before 7 oclock for brief service Readings note revival preparations as the evangelliant services start March 1.
A group of Athens girls plans to attend a Saturday morning meeting in Cincinnati to discuss a local event or cause. The notice notes about ten participants and the planned travel.
The rural Salvation Army youth rally to be held in Cincinnati will feature twenty one branches and George Washington districts of the society represented.
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