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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1934

Page

3

Nelsonville Hosts Alumni in Varied Basketball Action

Nelsonville High School defeats the Greyhounds 42 30 in a Tuesday game as Campbell leads with scoring honors. Alumni and high school teams mix in a tense rivalry with notable players Galvin Rob Stalter and Bateman scoring for their sides. A separate report notes an East End Parent Association meeting Friday evening at the East School with invitations for attendees.

Soa Nelsonville High School Eir Inth Greyhounds Hounds Campbell Nelsonville al Rob Stalter Oe” Galvin Cook Bateman

Weekend Guests and Local Visits In Columbus and Nearby Towns

Murray City residents entertained and visited relatives during a weekend stretch. Nelle Crew and two sons returned home with them after a multi day stay with her parents. Several locals from Hocking Camp joined weekend visitors in Columbus for multiple social calls and a college shift.

Gerald Robson Martha Lee William Poling Columbus Nelle Crew John Binderbasin Glouster Clara Keyes Nelsonville Ann Poppczy William McManaway Clayton Wright Joe Marenko Andy Mason George Brutman Richard Penn Terry Bunting Oliver Love Rolland Campbell Hocking Camp Thei Charlies Shuttleworth Joe Green Harry Duggan Mary Donoghue St. Marys of the Springs College Mae Green

Beulah Johnson Dies After Operation in Cherrington Hospital

Mrs Beulah Johnson 26 wife of Seigie Johnson died at 7 15 AM after complications from a surgical operation yesterday at Cherrington Hospital Logan. Survived by husband mother two sisters and two brothers, body sent to Warren's Funeral Home pending funeral arrangements.

Nelsonville Beulah Johnson Seigie Johnson Cherrington Hospital Logan Warren

Aged Mother Sarah Peacock Dies in Murray City

Mrs. Sarah Emily Peacock 73 died yesterday at her Murray City home. Funeral services set for Friday at 1 PM at Murray City M B Church conducted by Rev Nuter. She was predeceased by husband Henry Peacock and is survived by one daughter and five sons.

Nelsonville Sarah Emily Peacock Murray City M. B. Church Nutter Henry Peacock

Niece of Clarence Backus Dies in Zanesville Hospital

Clarence Backus received word that his niece Edna Connor aged 37 died yesterday in a Zanesville hospital. She was wife of Roy Connor of Rosville and daughter of Joe Weed of Union Furnace. Funeral services set for Friday at 2 p.m. at Logan Presbyterian Church.

Nelsonville Clarence Backus Edna Connor Zanesville

Band Boosters Meet Tonight at Senior High

The Band Boosters hold an important session at 7 30 in the band room of the Senior High School. The group thanks city merchants and citizens for helping make the play Molly's Idea a success.

Molly

Sponsor Benefit Bridge at Tri 81 Sorority Rooms

Tri 81 Sorority members sponsor a benefit bridge at their rooms above Thomas Jewelry Store on Thursday evening February 23 at 8 o clock.

Tri 81 Thomas Jewelery Store

Young People Convention Plans and Schedule

The 1934 35 convention agenda includes a 1:30 p m business session to decide the 1935 location and elect officers and committees. From 2 p m to 6:30 p m there are multiple 45 minute programs and a church dinner. A 6:30 p m service features Rev Gilbert E Swart and a youth choir followed by a 7:45 p m general service led by Rev W D Oldham. Delegates from SE Ohio districts and other Athens churches are invited. Raymond R Atkins is general chairman.

Gilbert E. Swart W. D. Oldham Southeastern Ohio Athens Raymond Atkins Hudson Avenue

Masons at Nelsonville Plan Annual Reunion

Visiting Masons from adjoining cities are expected here Thursday for the annual reunion and inspection of St. Bernard Chapter R A M and Haybron Council R and A M. The session opens at 3 30 PM with Royal Arch degree, Turkey dinner at 6 PM, and 7 PM evening meeting with Haybron Council officers and staff performing the super excellent work. Walter Lenox is high priest and R C Cook is master of Haybron Council.

Haybron Council C. Wood Bowen Logan Walter Lenox St. Bernard Chapter R. C. Cook

Christian Endeavor observes Washington's Birthday in Nelsonville

Fifty five members attended the regular Christian Endeavor meeting in Nelsonville. The program included Washington life sketches by Almarine Johnson, stories by Betty Figgins and Frances Barron, and a Pentecost chapter read by Mildred Bussey. A Wednesday social room party with Frances Barron as leader was announced.

Nelsonville Christian Endeavor Society Washington America Eleanore Ray Mildred Bussey Frances Barron

Rotary Growth Highlighted at Nelsonville Anniversary

Nelsonville Rotary marks growth since its Chicago inception two years ago. Secretary H. H. Harding presented an anniversary program noting more than 3,000 clubs and 140,000 members worldwide. Nelsonville club will celebrate its tenth anniversary on April 6.

Nelsonville Rotary International Chicago H. H. Harding

Funeral for William Henry Littlewood Thursday

Nelsonville funeral services for William Henry Littlewood will be held Thursday at 2 PM at the First Presbyterian Church conducted by Rev. Evans. The body was taken to Stouts Chapel after death at his daughter's home Mrs Ray Ashby Sr, with viewing until 1 30 PM Thursday.

Nelsonville William Henry Littlewood First Presbyterian Church Evans Ray Ashby Stouts Chapel

South Canaan Church Plans Bible Conference

South Canaan Baptist Church hosts a two day Bible conference featuring John Pinches and William T. McLean of Detroit with singers Mr. and Mrs. Ford Belcher. Meetings run 10 am and 2 pm teaching sessions and 7:15 pm song services with themes The Holy Spirit The Church and The Lordship of Christ.

John Pinches William T. McLean Detroit Mich South Canaan Baptist Church Ford Belcher Ca Bacanville Pinches Belcher Pacific Coast United States England Mclean Cunningham Holy Spirit Lordship of Christ

Jenkins Eyes Governor Run Facing GOP Backing Shuffle

Rumors say Thomas A. Jenkins may seek the governorship with Morgan backers counting on Sherman Eagle and Jackson County leaders. Factions hint Jenkins could unite party unity while Cleveland figures weigh in, potentially moving him toward the Senate race if Brown stays out.

Morgan Sherman Eagle Gallipolis Jackson County Jenkins Thomas A. Jenkins E. LeFever Glouster Congress Cleveland Carr Thompson Ironton Thompson George White Ohio Wets Rys Aiready Senate Columbuses Brown

Kiwanians of Two Cities Hold Joint Dinner Meeting

Twenty eight Athens Kiwanis Club members joined 45 Glouster Kiwanis members at the Hotel Gordon for a joint dinner in Glouster. The KIE Chess box toured the Eleventh Division and will return to Athens in June for a meeting with Marietta. Earl Beckley presented the box, Hull F. Kittle chaired, and Superintendent Figley spoke on George Washington amid local scrutiny of his era. Vera Kinney and Gail Wallace provided music and solos.

Athens Kiwanis Club Glouster Glouster Club Hotel Gordon Athens Ohio Kiwanis Marietta Earl Beckley Glouster Group Hull F. Kittle Figley Glouster Schools George Washington America Washington

Post Offices Observe Washington Birthday Short Hours

Glouster Post Office will open only from 10 a m to 12 30 p m on Washington Birthday. Mall will be dispatched on trains, but no bus mall received. City and rural carriers take the day off and no mail is delivered or collected on city or rural routes.

Glouster Washington

Linen Shower Honors Mrs Charles Harper

GLOUSTER Miss Dorothy Jones and Mrs Carroll LeFavor hosted the G Club at a Madison Street home for a linen shower honoring Mrs Charles Harper Ruth Anna Kittle a bride set to relocate to Providence Rhode Island Themed with Washingtons birthday a party featured refreshments table decor and games Prizes went to Miss Mildred Howard Mrs Lois Dunlap and Mrs Maxine Johnston New members included Mrs Hazel Duncan joining the club and guests listed.

Glouster Dorothy Jones Carroll LeFavor Madison Street Charles Harper Ruth Anna Kittle Providence R. I Washington Mildred Howard Lois Dunlap Maxine Johnston

Taylor Ridge Ladies Hold All Day Quilting Party

Members of the Ladies Aid Society were entertained at the home of Mrs. P. B. Chalfant for an all day quilting party. The report notes several residents visiting relatives and hosting dinners including Mary Davis visiting Trimble with her parents and Thelma Standley and Harold Ahle from Bishopville joining the Smiths, plus John Eisler and several Risley and Wenger households for Sunday dinner.

Taylor Ridge Ladies’ Aid Society P. B. Chalfant Mary Davis Trimble Harry Sayre Thelma Standley Harold Ahle Bishopville Dwight Smith

Peterson's Ointment Heals Piles Fast Relief Guaranteed

Quick comfort for piles that itch bleed protrude or ache with Peterson's Ointment. It stops itching soothes soreness and provides relief, with a tube for easy application. Thousands endorse its effectiveness and it costs only a small price with money back guarantee.

Tume Peterson Ec. Ali Druggiste

Sunday Creek Fans Pack for Basketball Tourney

Mary-Martha Class of Bishopville Church entertained 14 members and guests at Mrs Hat tie Hoon s home. One new member joined, Mrs L R Stump. Jessie Wilson won a scripture quotation contest, Anna Smith won the pantry shelf contest. Apple pie and coffee were served.

Bishopville Mary-Martha Bisshopville Hattie Hoon L. R. Stump Jessie Wilson Anna Smith Charlene Lop Stump Lucy Pedicord Dora Davis Hazel Easier Garnet Reed Patience Wallace Jennie Pedicord Ann Grubb Della Morris Glouster Church of Christ Caroline Ellis Waterford Hazel Kasier

Jacksonville bake sale planned by Deus Filiane Class

The M. E. Sunday School class in Jacksonville sponsors a bake sale on Saturday March 8 at Shirkey Bros. store featuring pies, cake and rolls for sale to raise funds.

Jacksonville M. E Schoo Shirkey Bros

Valley to Represent in Class B County Tourney

The Sunday Creek Valley will send teams from Jacksonville-Trimbie Greens Run and Hollister High Schools to the Class B county high school basketball tournament at Ohio University Athens. Games begin Friday at 1 30 with evening play at 7 00. Semifinals follow at 1 30 Saturday and finals at 7 00 Saturday night.

Loyal Women Meet TRIMBLE February Church Class

The Loyal Women's Class of the Church of Christ met at Mrs Nine Johnson's home with 17 members and five guests. Mrs Susan Heckman led the meeting and Mrs Gertrude Rainey directed the program. A Valentine box revealed Sunshine Buddies amid surprises. Ice cream and cake were served for Mrs Nina Johnson's birthday. Group No 3 will lead March meeting.

Trimble Loyal Women's Class Church of Christ Nine Johnson Susan Heckman Gertrude Rainey Neliie Tanner Ferne Johnson Nina Johnson

Trimble Class Meets at Miss Rainey Home

Trimble Sunbeam Class of M. E. Church met at teacher Miss Med rith Rainey’s home Monday afternoon at 3 20. Members listed include Beverly Shipley Dickie Peace Edna Cole Kathryn Palmer Margy Palmer Anna Jean Kinder Nelva Nichols Ruth Nichols Charles Kinder Charles Johnson Cedric Cintie Dred Lee Morrison Wendell Grimm. Guests attended were Marcus Lou Thomas Columbus Bobby Shipley and Harold Rainey of Trimble. ATTEND JONAS RITES GLOUBTER Out of town attendees for funeral of C F Jonas included John Jonas Mr and Mrs Walter Jonas William Jonas and sons Thomas Chestin and William Mr and Mrs Homer Peppers James Jonas and son Petroleum W Va Mr Brink and William Always Columbus Mrs Carrie Earlwine and daughter Cameron W Va and Mrs Emily Morgan Detroit Mich.

Trimble Sunbeam Clase M. BE. Church of Medrith Rainey Beverly Shipley Dickie Peace Edna Cole Kathryn Palmer Margy Palmer Anna Jean Kinder Nelva Nichols Ruth Nichols Charles Kinder Charles Johnson Cedric Cintie Dred Lee Jonas C. F. Jonas John Jonas Walter Jonas William Jonas Thomas Chestin William Homer Peppers James Jonas Petroleum W. Va Brink William Always Columbus Carrie Earlwine Cameron Emily Morgan Detroit Mich

Mrs C von Scheele Admitted To Grant Hospital

Mrs. C. von Scheele was admitted to Grant Hospital for treatment and will stay for about a week to ten days, according to yesterday’s statement.

Jacksonville C. von Scheele Grant Hospital

Revival services led by Chillicothe pastor’s wife

Mrs Brown, wife of Rev Brown from Columbus, is ill in a local hospital, prompting Rev Gibson of Chillicothe to lead revival services at Temple M E Church in Albany R D 1.

Albany R. D Gibson Chillicothe Temple M. E. Churen Brown

Salvation Army Meeting Postponed After Mrs Stanley’s Death

Due to the death of Mrs Elizabeth Stanley the Salvation Army Home League meeting is moved from Wednesday to Thursday afternoon. Capt Joseph Heard of the Athens corps announced the change today.

Elizabeth Stanley Salvation Army Home League Joseph Heard Athens Corps

Athens Residents Richard McAfee and Orpha Bean Wed

Richard McAfee 22 of Athens and Orpha Bean 18 of Athens to be married in a ceremony. Both are children of their respective parents Hoyt McAfee and Mrs Hoyt McAfee and Frank Bean and Mrs Bean.

Richard McAfee Athens Hoyt McAfee Orpha Bean Frank Bean

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Handarsity Cage Quint East End F. TP Sos Ellinger Nichols Gandee Bustof FG Eurmasacesce Wee Eres Tomlinson Laugh- Hannahe Murray City News Sergie Johnson Masons C. E Uittlewood South Canaan Church Plans Bible Conference Kiwanians Vera Kinney Kinney C. A. Pride Gail Wallace Ohio University C F. Wallace P. O Taylor Ridge News John Eisler Wilbur Risley Risley John Wenger Oakley & Oakley Public Nelsonville, Ohio Central Bank Sunday Creek Bake Sale J-T., Greens Run Hollister High Klenz Luckoff Logan - Glouster Panta Sa Hcuim W. S. van Dyke Trader Horn Mr. Washington Cotton and Lancaster
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