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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1939
Page
2
Reverend Lawrence Crawford Butler was installed as pastor of the Nelsonville Church of Christ after arriving in February. Rev. Neil Crawford of Athens delivered the charge, likening the pastor’s messages to food nourishing spiritual minds. Ministers Gilbert Courtney and others assisted in the service.
Local No. 838 of the Restaurant Workers' Union will meet at the Dew Hotel council room at 7:30 tonight to elect officers. All members in good standing are urged to attend.
Mrs. Mary Lovenia Hick 77 died Saturday at her Clinton Street home in Nelsonville. Funeral services set for Tuesday at 2 p.m. at First Methodist Church conducted by Rev. Clark. She leaves three daughters Mrs Weaver Essex, Mrs Fanny Shields, Nelsonville, and Mrs J R Parker, Norfolk, Va, and two sons W M Hick and C P Hick, Columbus, plus seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Her husband William Hick and daughter Mrs Ethel Grant preceded her in death.
Mr and Mrs James Dow of Columbus were weekend guests of Mr and Mrs Phil Kelch. Mrs Wesley Bethel of Laurelville visits her cousin Mrs C A Stover. Mrs Chester Frashier of Athens spent days with her parents in Fayette Sr before joining her husband in Cincinnati. O E 8 to Meet Past Matrons and Patrons of Eudora Chapter O E S are asked to attend the regular meeting tomorrow night followed by a rehearsal.
Mrs Belle Lancaster will host the Past Chiefs Association of the Pythian Sisters at her home Wednesday at 6 30 pm. Members unable to attend should call Mrs Lancaster by noon Tuesday.
The Faithful Workers Class of the Methodist Sunday School met Friday evening at Mrs. Harry Cox’s home on West Columbus Street. Mrs. W H Bartoe led the devotional service with readings by Stella Betts Anna Raine Effie Devore Josephine Murphy Burnelle Simpson and Bartoe. Kreppel recited a poem Adda Neikirk sang a solo and Thomas Spencer conducted a Bible quiz. A luncheon was served during social hour.
Members of the 4-H Club held a birthday party at Doras Brook's home Friday evening. Doras received many gifts. Guests included Lela Shannon Cleo Smitter Powlene Wood Nellie Warden and Dorothy Brooks. Members present were Mrs. Leatha Deer adviser Mercedes Bruce Betty Deer Edna Brooks Waveline Keplar. The group is giving away a quilt this week.
Nelsonville Aerie 391 hosts District 4 rally on Tuesday February 28. Lodges from Athens Glouster Jacksonville Murray City McArthur Logan Marietta Pomeroy Shawnee Corning and Nelsonville attend. District Director L E Hilles Shawnee will speak with State Chaplain Virgil Davis Athens and District Chairman Harry Chesher in charge.
Nelsonville reports large crowds at First Methodist Episcopal Church services with Dr. W. P. Clark preaching on The Christ of the Loving Heart. Youths attend sermons on Life of Christ. next Sabbath topic is The Christ of Divine Healing. Blues lead Reds in church school contest as men vs women clubs compete. Men’s Day planned for next Sunday. E J Arnold and F O Linscott assist.
The resolutions committee of Local Union No. 3905 at Kimberly Mine drafted resolutions for the policy committee of United Mine Workers of America. The local panel includes Charles Wolf Foster Day Granville Green and Win Bols with the chairman serving as a delegate to the national joint wage conference in New York City ahead of the March meeting.
Nelsonville Eagles host Family Night on Friday March 3 with an entertainment program. Children will attend a local theater showing for the evening.
John H. Preston county treasurer announces mills levied for 1938 on real estate public utilities and personal property. County total 2.80 mills with local rates to follow. Penalty 10 percent for late payment. Taxes payable at treasurer office or by mail with receipts and district info. Office hours listed.
Safety Director F. G. Kouri Assistant Fire Chief George Godenschwager and City Linesman Everett Crane used a gasoline pump and hose line to reach the New York Farm at Floodwood Sunday night where a fire damaged one company barn. The blaze across the highway from the Tip Koon residence was put out with minor damage, likely started by a small stove.
Cut grapefruit in half remove seeds and loosen sections. Brush with butter and brown sugar then dust with nutmeg. Garnish centers with maraschino cherries and red juice. Broil until browned and serve hot.
Handy care guide notes a clean brush boosts hair hygiene. Use mild soap dissolved in tepid water with optional ammonia and dip bristles in suds, then rinse in lukewarm water. Shake dry and hang brush away from heat. Do not stand brushes bristles down to dry.
Article recommends washing new launderable clothing and household linens before use to remove soil from handling by shoppers and dust in circulating air, ensuring absolute cleanliness prior to contact with the body.
The timetable lists East Bound trains including Diplomat Daily No 4 and National Limited with daily runs and exceptions, and West Bound trains such as No 1 National Limited and Diplomat Daily on 43. Caribbean lines Chesapeake Ohio No 30 and No 37 service daily except Sunday. New York Central lines North and South trains run with specific morning and evening departures. Athens Municipal Airport offers through airline tickets and sunrise to sunset service with connections to TWA and A A at the nearest main airport. Westward departures include 10:46 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. with multiple eastbound times as listed.
In a dramatic tale told by Philip Veritzen to Madge Graham, the young heir faces the king of Transvania who asks to confirm his identity. The boy admits being the king’s nephew by bar sinister, and the monarch warns him to forget those words. The scene ends with the king requesting a replay of a secret parental conversation after the protracted revelation.
Mrs. Nellie Wion widow of J W Wion died Monday at her daughter’s home in Columbus. A Nelsonville resident for years she lived with her children after her husband’s death. The body will be brought to Nelsonville for funeral and burial. She was a member of Eastern Star Pythian Sisters and the White Shrine. Surviving are daughters Lucile Hellyer and Bertha Evans both of Columbus and son Joe of Nelsonville. Funeral arrangements not yet completed.
Kimberly church workers conference meets Tuesday evening at seven. At eight thirty, the program committee of the Young People's Sunday School Class will plan a rally for Thursday night.
Gail Showalter Chauncey charged with intoxication pleaded guilty at arraignment in Mayor C. G. Dew court. She was fined five dollars plus costs. In Youngstown district steel production remains at 47 percent capacity as orders fail to improve.
Nelsonville reports Junior Class members voted Friday for the Prom Committee. Elected were Jo Sharp Dorothy Lowden Eloise Badger John Johnston Pierce Baird and Jack Laessle. Class officers Dick Blair Alma Galvin and Bill Campbell will serve on the committee. Fund goal of $100 reached and plans for the dance are in motion. Several bands have entered bids.
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