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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1930

Page

2

Fragmentary dialogue reveals domestic strain and fading plans

A disjointed passage centers on Judith and Dan, with hints of marriage strain and emotional fatigue. Characters fragmentarily express desire for resolution and support while old comforts fade, leaving tension unresolved.

Three Prisoners Sentenced In County Court Friday

Pomeroy, Feb 22 Three prisoners who pled guilty in the County Common Pleas Court Thursday appeared Friday afternoon for sentencing. Pearl Blott and Leonard Roush both 32 received indeterminate terms of two to three years in the Brenfield Reformatory for carrying sacks into the county jail and delivering them to prisoners. Mike GH, a Thames Fork resident, arrested Thursday morning with four pints of Nyter in Bla possession, pled guilty to liquor charges and was sentenced to terms with fines and possible isolation.

Pomeroy County Common Pleas Pearl Blott Leonard Roush Brensfield Reformatory Mtoe GH Thames Fork Cates

Chican Stabbed Aboard Sea Liner

A person identified as Chican is found stabbed aboard a sea liner. The incident prompts investigation as authorities review onboard security and passenger records to determine motive and suspect. Police and ship officials coordinate to gather statements from crew and travelers.

Takes Life After a Quarrel With Girl

A distressing incident in DATGON follows a quarrel with a girl leading to a suicide. The report names Boss Atamson, aged 77, found in distress after a confrontation and subsequent events.

Datgon Prdiey

Schwartz Fined for Liquor Charge After Raid

Racine police raided a local establishment this morning and arrested Simeon Fekwartz and associates. Officers seized contraband liquor and a small quantity of narcotics as part of an ongoing crackdown led by Sheriff Dether, Welker, and Ber Morris. Mayor BehWanz commented on the incident.

Farmers Warned About Frozen Seed Shortages Amid Cold

Report warns farmers about frozen seed risks as germination declines for beans corn clover and soy. Contingency measures and expected crop losses are outlined with emphasis on seed stock quality and storage conditions.

Revival Services Planned for February 25

In early 1900s style notices, revival events are announced under Evangel Peares's leadership. Sermons titled The Eternal Christ and The World's Great Salvation are advertised with provided dates and times. Featured speaker and port details appear, noting a steamship voyage connection to the event.

Pomerer Evangel Peares

Death Claims Three Aged Residents Friday

Three elderly residents died Friday in separate incidents or illnesses. McDade, 75, of Letern Falls, a long-time township figure, died at home after a brief illness. Elizabeth Louise Christy, 74, of Chester, widow of William Christy, passed away after a lingering illness. funeral plans for both are pending. The report notes family ties and local work histories to identify survivors and community roles.

Wier McDade Masy Mina Letern Falls McDade Ailes Washington Ane Grove George MeDacs Hanatizd MeDai Sia Sea Meay Rephewas Mra Zabeth Louise Christy Chester William Christy Kristy Webb Charles Christ Cayeville Walter Columbus Vern Goodrichter Akron Gleen Steel Cnsuite Vanite City Illineis Jacob Koblentz Tipton C. OG. Warmt Iscal Merhodtet Rairdéter Ev. Barnes Reedsville Aasseting

Bankers Elect Pomeroy Officers At Meeting

The Pomeroy banking community framed plans for organizing the American Institute of Banking with First Satisfactions, Pomeroy National Bank, and others endorsing the effort. Attendees included George Nye and Paul Smart as noted officers, while Yeh Barkers Agrocietio and Middleport figures were mentioned in passing. A separate shower in Middleport honored Miss Mary KR Pier, hosted by Mrs BR Mughes of Athens, with graduates and friends in attendance. William H. Swank, 34, died of tuberculosis at the Coastr Infirmary. survived by a wife and two children, with funeral arrangements in Long Bottom, Roane County, West Virginia.

Pomeroy Mi . Barkers Agrocietio WL & Reed First Reems George Nye Pomeroy National Bank Paul Smart Teas Mational Tank Middlepost Ba Ming Middleport William Swank Dles William H. Swank Coastr Infirmary Roane WL Va Long Botton Chereh

William Wolf Dies in Middleport Home

William Wolf died at his Gravel street home in Middleport on Friday from infirmities of age. He leaves a widow and several children including Gordon and Edgit. Funeral arrangements were incomplete with other relatives noted in the vicinage near Kansas City Missouri.

Middleport Igner Gordon Edgit Middleport Vic Kansas City Ben Weldgn Fostorie Ken Kiesa Clumbus Mise Maryouise Fsson Sen Sunda Sirs Treeng Susiday Charton Hobson c Columbus Associatah Mearthur Tormers Harry Tata Jey Mills Charteston Ig Convaie Loughead de Columbes Fridase Ford Alan Sigenstricker Columbus D. L. Lansburs Gay Cha Ant Pomeroy H. &. McClure Dirs Edsar Ening Frank Konono W. R. Sayre Bradbury Ada Bess A. A Bennett Eugene Rite

Funds Misused Prompting Need for Extra Tax

The report alleges misused funds prompting officials to consider an additional tax. It states a figure around 87.2 million dollars as the required extra revenue, with unclear sources and affected programs. The item notes ongoing scrutiny by authorities and public reaction.

Farm Superintendents To Speak On Radio Thursday

Farm superintendents will speak on radio programs Thursday during the Week in Farm Board broadcast. The National Farm and Home Hour will be aired from 8 45 to 9 pm Eastern Time with stations across the country carrying the program led by Director of Information at the Farm and Home Board.

Federal Farm Board WHAM Rochester WLIW Broadcasting Company Ormel New York WRZA Boston Cimetinati EDEA Pitttsburth WEHEM Chieaco WREN Kansas City Minneapolis Dueller WEM Nashville

Rep Maas cites Post Office leases in broad critique

Rep Maas of Minnesota claims a three year private investigation shows the Post Office Department pays exorbitant rents to private landlords and accuses a group of men of extracting sums in many locations while urging adoption of his reform plan for leasing policies.

Washington Maas Minnesota Postoffice Department Postofice Department Mass

Unusual Rutland Township Kennel Seizure Over License Trouble

Grass Run case reports 12 dogs and 29 children in a Rutland Township home. dog warden Henry Seidenable seized eight dogs for no kennel license. owner Clyde Angeles paid $2 and reclaimed the animals. Local note mentions relatives visiting Columbus and Charleston for basketball games and family gatherings.

Pomeroy Henry Seidenable Grass Run Rutland Township Clyde Angeles Meigs County Lved Geitla County Angeles Seidenable Keane End

Criminology Study At County Jail Examines Inmates

An editorial notes twenty four inmates at lels' County Jail, ages 23 to 63, mostly felonies, many arrested for attempting to travel the work. The piece discusses judges duties, justice, and the wartime economic strain shaping crime and punishment. It reflects on the weigh of responsibility on the judiciary and the human toll on victims and offenders.

C. A. Hartley Pomeroy Lelgs Teath Industrial Euster

Stewart Auth Middleport and Church Property Dispute

Fragmentary text describes a dispute over church ownership and control involving Stewart Auth Middleport and a Presbyterian congregation in Meltys County. It mentions the Philadelphia church, Brewart, and property funding, with funerary notices for individuals connected to the church.

Middleport H. Siew Reading Presbyterian Meltys County Presbyterix Delphia Stewart Amer

New Plane Propel Idea Sparks Aviation Debate

In Latvia, RAGA held a demonstration of a new aircraft design aimed at propulsion advances. The event discussed how such innovations could shift aviation theory and practice, highlighting ongoing debates about propulsion concepts and their practical viability.

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