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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1933
Page
3
A fragment suggests discussion over a pension issue tied to an American figure, with reference to Jenkins and a pension plan. The readable text hints at a political or public finance context and potential debate in a legislative setting.
Nelsonville City School Board at its February meeting filled the vacancy left by Robert Huenefeld appointing Co. W. Monks to serve the unexpired term of nearly three years. The board approved the clerk’s bond and borrowed funds from the state retirement system to pay teachers, who remain behind three and a half months. The board plans another payment as tax revenue comes in and will seek a $6,000 refunding bond. bids will be invited.
An advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for children, claiming it corrects stasis and constipation without disturbing the bowels. It promises improved appetite, color, weight, and spirits, and urges readers to use the genuine product in clearly labeled bottles.
Adam Guess aged 62 died Thursday morning at his home near Greendale. Funeral services will be Saturday at 1 pm at Smith's Chapel with burial in Smith Cemetery. He is survived by his wife two sons and two daughters.
Nelsonville on February 24 reports Boy Scouts Troop 46 will meet at Kouri's Confectionery corner Sunday at 1 30 PM. Scoutmaster Mender requires all Scouts present with Scout axes. Owners of semaphore flags and field glasses are asked to bring them for a short hike and signalling practice between two hills.
Invitations go to Nelsonville residents for the formal opening of the Warren Funeral Home at 8 East Washington Street on Saturday from noon to 10 p m. The new facility features a chapel organ installed yesterday. a similar organ was used in the funeral service of the late Warren G Harding. The proprietor says the organ provides the finest talent for services and a large crowd is expected.
Nelsonville presbyterian unit elected officers for the coming year led by President Mrs. John Saltz and Vice President Mrs. Mary Kessinger. The group plans monthly executive meetings and will join citywide observances of The World Day of Prayer at the Christian Church. Delegates to the Presbytery include Mrs. Saltz and Mrs. Kessinger.
The Jolly Chum Class of the M. E. Church was entertained by teacher Miss Elizabeth Reich at her home Tuesday night. After a brief business session, officers were elected, then games followed. A two course luncheon in green and pink was served to Ruth Lesly, Mary Jo Keating, Helen Sayre, Lillian Huddy, Harriet Davis, and honored guest Miss Ruth Nixon.
Mrs. Millie Wilson and Miss Irma Wilson spent Wednesday in Columbus. Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Hirsch with Louise Jones from Columbus were here Thursday to visit the grandmother Mrs. E. J. Cable. Mr. and Mrs. James Sharp Stacy Sharp and Mrs. Robert Kinney were here Wednesday, with Mr. Sharp attending the bankers convention.
Mrs. Miller Wilson hosted the Tuesday Bridge Club with three tables in play. Guests included Mrs. Jack Pritchard and Mrs. O. P. Bingman. Luncheon followed. High scorers were Miss Freda Smith and Mrs. Leo White.
Ohio State University specialists T H Johnson and S C Holland visited two Athens County orchards on Wednesday. They inspected J B Cline’s 65 acre Albany orchard and Des Antle and son’s Howard area. Demonstrations on pruning and orchard management were given and discussed with owners and extension leaders.
Eighty five poultrymen from this district attended the all day poultry school Thursday at the Fairgrounds. Cc. M. Ferguson of Ohio State University, County Agent T. H. Johnson, William Atkins of the Athens Chick Hatchery, and Ralph Ladd, Alexander Township poultrymen. Details of the meeting will appear in Sunday's Messenger.
In Nelsonville on February 24 the proceeds from a Saturday night benefit soup dinner at Miss Irene McDowell home will go toward Doanville church funding.
In GLOUSTER on Sunday night at Millfield M E Church a parish rally will launch a two week or longer evangelistic series. A 4 pm choir practice precedes a 5 to 6 pm basket dinner. At 6 pm a parish Epworth League service leads into a 7 pm evangelistic service featuring combined parish choirs.
George M. Tolliver died at the County Home Chauncey Thursday morning at age 70 after years of declining health. Survived by son Eugene Tolliver in Elmira New York sister Mrs Bessie Hartman Floodwood and three brothers Frank Tolliver Nelsonville John and Charles location unknown. Body brought to Glouster Thursday. Funeral at C F Wallace Chapel Front Street Saturday at 2 PM with burial in Glouster Cemetery.
Mr and Mrs Rodney Bradley attended the funeral of his cousin Mrs McCombs in Deanville on Sunday. The Bradleys and their daughter Ramona visited Mr and Mrs Leo Bradley this week at their home.
In Glouster on Feb 24 the PTA and patrons raised 47.20 from a bridge and party, cutting the high school debt to 161. Supt. Thomas W. Figiey notes mothers of football players contributed 10.68 previously, making total donations 82.88 from football mothers and the PTA.
A George Washington program is set at Wise for Sunday afternoon after Sunday School. The event was postponed from an earlier date and will take place on the Glouster McConnersville Road northeast of Glouster.
Fred Barnett of Corning was appointed justice of the peace to fill the unexpired term of the late C. H. Weiner by the Monroe Township Trustees.
Rev. L R Roberts will deliver the 11 AM morning worship and Holy Communion at Nelsonville Pilgrim Holiness Church. Bible School begins 9:30 AM. class meeting at 2:30 PM. Margerite Jones leads the 6 PM youth service. Rev D C Shearer preaches 7 PM evangelistic service. Cottage meeting Friday at 7 PM. Mrs T A Copeland of Athens speakers Frances Willard Memorial Service 7 PM. Mr Ralph W Parker toasts. Copeland also speaks to Epworth League at 6 PM. Eugene Arnold presents The Hunger of the Rich. Morning sermon theme There is No Distinction.
The morning service at 10:30 features a sermon on Stability by Rev. Lloyd Evans. The Senior Choir, directed by Prof. Curtis W Janssen, will sing. Church School starts at 9:30 with orchestra. Evening service at 7:30 covers Fear. Young People meet at 6. A Sunday School committee led by Roy Snackenburg will nominate officers for the new year starting April 1.
For over thirty years mothers worry about child health as Mother Gray’s Sweet Powders for children claim to break up colds relieve constipation feverishness teething disorders and sweeten the stomach promoting healthful condition to the whole system Sold by Druggists everywhere Free samples by Mother Gray Co Le Roy N Y
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