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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1936
Page
2
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Judge Frank Macton of Lancaster ruled no irregularities occurred in the Hocking County election and the three mill school levy remains valid. The decision ends the Laurelville Perry District contest after objections to retabulation and recanvass. Levy proceeds, enabling the district to operate without ailment of revenue for the coming collection.
A partial ballot sample in Hocking County shows Alf M Landon favored as first choice with one exception second choice for Col Frank Knox A test of sentiment among marked tickets indicates broad support for Landon while Secretary of State hopeful William J Kennedy gains county backing and George S Myers contemplates a judgeship bid.
Mrs. R. B. Longstreth sustained serious injuries after a fall down stairs at her Union Furnace residence about 10 Tuesday night. She fractured a left ankle and suffered head and neck bruises while contending with a deep cold. Parents Don Harris and spouse announce the birth of a son in Starr Township Monday.
Logan announces Washington's birthday observance will close courthouse offices for the day. Merchants must secure salem tax stamp supplies before the holiday. City financial institutions and the state liquor store will close, with Frank Judy reporting the store reopens at 5 p m and stays open until 11 p m.
Fred Thrush a Honey Fork farmer crept toward recovery after a long illness last week Harold Frasure of this city is ill at the home of his parents and receiving care
Judge Harry W. Jewell orders Velma Klinker support payments held for Ralph and Louise Klinker equally until May 7 1986, after which payments go directly to Ralph Klinker. Deputy Nellis Smith recovers a woman’s coat from a Nelsonville business place during a separate investigation.
Miss Margaret Sparnon and Miss Rosemary Lecrone hosted a Delta Theta Tau Sorority gathering in their club rooms. Thelma Keyes returned to actives from inactive status, Bingo prizes went to Ben Westbrook Helen Rush Vivian Keyes Marguerite Rohrer Novella Weltner. Washington birthday refreshments were served and Minnie Louise Bowen Iris Lowery Janet Ruth White attended the Monte Carlo Ballet in Columbus.
Members of the Tuesday Contract Club gathered at Mrs. Alice White’s home on W Huntr Street for two tables of play. Miss Sarah Rock held a substitute for Mrs. Ford Hack who is visiting in California. Lunch was served at the close of play.
The Pythian Sisters gathered at the Knights of Pythias Hall Tuesday evening with nineteen members in attendance. Cherry pie and coffee were served as refreshments.
Carnival leaders at West School announce a 7:30 Friday event with a House of Terror Believe It or Not and the Hocking Country Fair echoing old times. Food and home made candy will be available as the West PTA directs the fundraiser and activities.
Logan dealers report demand for coal surpasses supply from truck mines powering Logan fuel. To aid customers during the emergency, dealers are splitting loads up to four times.
Logan officials announce no special session will be called to consider the annual appropriation ordinance. Mayor Kenneth R. Fitzgerald stated Wednesday night the regular meeting next Tuesday evening will cover this matter as part of the agenda.
Logan American History Class of Benior High School under Walter M Haan will direct a 10 45 oclock Friday assembly program examining Lincett Washington birthday observances. The program combines class work and community celebration.
Logan Ohio miner Frank Molnar of Glouster Rt 4 suffered severe leg injuries at Mine 267 on Wednesday afternoon. While adjusting a bite on a cutting machine his right knee area was struck by sharp bits. He was treated at Glouster and rushed to Cherrington Hospital where doctors found extensive damage including a mangled leg and broken knee cap. Surgeons planned to avoid amputation if possible.
Mrs Myrtle Tennahill of Nelsonville underwent a major surgical operation at Cherrington Hospital on Wednesday.
Henry Lincoln Methee McGhee aged 74 a prominent farmer died Friday evening at his home near Vinton. He leaves two daughters Mrs Ida Harman Cedarville and Mrs Helen Murphy Akron and a son Walter at home plus a sister and brother. Funeral services were conducted Monday at the residence by Rev George Sagen. Burial in McGhee Cemetery.
Florence H Huron has filed a petition for divorce against an unnamed spouse in case No 1 of the Common Pleas Court of Athens County Ohio. The hearing is set for a date in 1936 with attorney listed as Botw.
Notice announces M M Munn of Athens Ohio appointed administrator of the estate of Emme J Munn deceased, of Athens County. Dated February 12, 1086 by Probate Judge M Johnson.
On a moonless night aboard a cruise ship Jane and Dirk reveal their true selves after romantic fantasies fade. She longs for glamorous stars while he describes a working life in skiing and a booby prize trip. Their honesty leaves them feeling ordinary and apart.
Logan officers arrest Edison Burns for stealing four chickens from Wayne Minters near Haydenville. Burns pleaded guilty before Magistrate S. B. Whitehart, fined $25 plus costs. Chickens valued at $5. Sheriff Joe Farhearn and Deputy Newton Spencer led the case.
Logan's Logan Isaac Deffenbaugh, among the town's oldest residents, marked his 92nd birthday Wednesday. He has been ill but is reported somewhat improved. He resides with Attorney Edwin D. Ricketts and Mrs. Ricketts, a daughter of the family.
Morning conditions forced suspension of the Joe Hutchins bus from Green Township to Logan High School with 49 absentees at Senior High. Illness reports include Mrs Rudolph Rempel and Mrs Martin Kanode slipping influenza.
Logan county treasurer George C Hengst announces that all books in the sub divisions of Hocking County are open for the collection of taxes. Some books have been ready for the last several days and the process is underway.
Logan William Moore, veteran postmaster at Gibisonville, states he does not have cold feet in winter. He equips himself with felt boots, once common in Hocking County but now worn by only a few farmers.
Logan witnessed the Players Guild of the First United Brethren Church present The Dust of the Earth with about 200 in attendance. Rev. John A. Toy directed the show under the Coeducational Class, with musical numbers by Mrs. John A. Toy and others. Cast includes Esther Stoughton Jennie Mae Walker Lucy Barker Evelyn Salts Ralph Walker Wendell Rector Ralph Arnold Bill Case Clyde Hockman.
A hen in Mrs. A. E. Wolfe’s flock in Logan forms a friendly bond with the family Beagle. Each day the hen enters the kennel to nestle beside the dog as she lays an egg.
In Logan during the snow season scores of residents have heeded a public appeal to feed birds. Daily offerings of seed and scraps attract blue jays bluebirds cardinals robins quail woodpeckers sparrows and starlings throughout the city.
Dr. CG A Norman of Ohio State University will headline a public educational program at Logan High School Auditorium on Thursday night February 27. The event aims to show a plan for solving social problems by linking different agencies in adult education. George F P Bryant will discuss the Adult Education Movement in America. The Junior Senior High Orchestra will open the program. Committee members are Harold Chambers Arlie Brimner and A M Ellinger.
LOGAN Youth employment program begins with three girls assigned to city hall auditor's office courthouse and West School Building to index records. Four young men are sent to conduct a traffic survey as part of a plan for youths not in high school.
In Logan an annual Fadura tional Day observance will feature President W. G. Clippinger of Otterbein College as the principal speaker at the First United Brethren Church's morning service on Sunday. The event occurs sometime in February each year.
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