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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1930
Page
16
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A small beginning was made in teaching the Hecking County farmers the system of keeping records of their business with Bates fine methods. Paul Farkhawser urged farmers to adopt a systematic method to determine yearly profits and losses. About 80 farm plots in Ohio will have completed similar instruction this year.
Logan Feb 12 An interesting study of church audience shows attendees came from 14 states led by Illinois with 460 representatives. Pennsylvania had 22. West Virginia 7. Indiana and Kentucky 3. Tennessee and Sim gi s two each. others from Nebraska New York Iowa Missouri Georgia North Carolina. About 20 percent were natives of Hocking County with many from Athens Perry Gallia Vinton Ross Pickaway and Jackson. Some did not name birth counties due to time constraints.
Advance data shows a complete and accurate farm census will be conducted this year. Harold Chambers extension agent is to mail 509 schedules to farmers in Hackin County districts to list their renters when enumerators arrive. Another 155 copies will go to the local Tammon Office for farmers who apply there.
An inventor named Pat Griesd noch, while visiting Megan relatives, discusses a new mechanical cultivator that both cuts and uproots weeds. He hints at manufacturing possibilities but remains unsure about production. The item is linked to WHS Cie and figures like Migs Marquis Tete and Charles Ket.
Logan February report records six pullets laying from Gallagher Avenue owner Dan Bray. During January the six Rhode Island Red hens produced 126 eggs, a notable monthly total for the flock.
A Marion Township report notes apples from hill regions sold at Bremen market from 41.03 to 296 per bushel this winter. Growers and other parts of Hocking County find apples and peaches valuable adjuncts to their farm income.
Evidence of spring appeared in Logan during the last week with youngsters roller skating playing marbles and flying kites. Girls walked streets without stockings and without coats enjoying sunny days as buds swelled and birds sang. ceamen activity declined slightly.
Logan February 22 political activity in Keshing County indicates many candidates will contest the August primary to fill county offices. Five men have definitely announced, including John L. Lovett seeking Republican renomination for commissioner and Ian J. Struble aiming to succeed himself as Republican treasurer.
Local notes from Logan include Addison Sanborn. Dan Simmers and Carl Carsacr, Ward Township Trustees, meeting Hockine County Commissioners Dan Soliday and son Ray in Logan to discuss a project for Bradford and Pe where they will edair Me and Abs. Fred Krevesig and family spent Sunday in the Capital City. Jos A. Wellman traveled to Columbus Thursday to help his son Len, hospitalized after a leg injury from a track incident earlier in the week. Various residents, including R. Wildermuth and Russell Stiverson, were in Columbus for probate and health meetings. Community members attended regional business events and club gatherings in Columbus and Logan.
A brick bearing the marker "14?S" was brought to Logan by Theodore Stone of Orland for display. Found on the Stone farm during a time when no field work was planned, the brick is irregular and hard burned. Although the numbers resemble a date, experts doubt it dates from Columbus era due to early brick burning not being common.
Logan news brief reports the slogan Caution Is Better Than a Crutch winning first prize in a safety contest organized by the National Fireproofing Corporation Haydenville unit. William Weed named as foreman received award. other winners listed. Community clubs and initiations noted at Logan High School and a Gamma Sorority bridge party planned with attendees and organizers named.
Logan officials and trustees meet with county surveyor to approve a 46 to 64 mile highway construction plan for the current year. The program aims to place county equipment in operation soon and distribute work across 11 townships using caraling taxes. Several roads and gravel improvements are slated with additional projects possible before year end.
A triple birthday gathering occurred at the home of Bly and Mrs. Bell on Slain Street in Feb. and celebrated Mrs. Woodard’s February 14 birthday along with Mrs. Wright and Mrs. Bell observing theirs on the following day. Attending were Mr. and Mrs. Woodard and daughter, Blenore, Mr. and Mrs. Wright and daughter Kathryn, and other family members. After a social hour, lunch was served amid warm fellowship.
In Logan, residents seek licenses as springlike conditions return. Officials report slowly rising activity with several individuals applying for permits while others plan visits to the courthouse. The clerk notes process times and typical seasonal delays.
In Logan on February 22, officials from the State Department and the Board of Education discussed delays in furnishing required reports for the high school project. Members indicated the department was not ready and the district had not been fully informed, delaying the start time until reports are completed.
Workmen at a Bell Telephone yard in February conducted pole repairs including replacements and line transfers. While raising a heavy pole, onlookers gathered and appeared unsettled as the pole was threaded among overhead wires, with a danger device in use during the operation.
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