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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 01, 1928

Page

7

Athens boards to reorganize city county offices

City council school board and county board of commissioners plan reorganizations early next week. New council members include Dalton Reasies and Mansfield. incumbents Pratt Lowry Penrel and Russell keep seats. George Whipple leads the school board with L J Addicott as clerk. John Grossoner chairs the county board with Robert Tompkins as clerk. Pro Tem and clerk election set for Tuesday night.

Athens City Council Eiy School Board Athens County Board of ‘Commissioners Board of Commissioners Sthgol Board George Whipple L. J. Addicott Ron. Dalton Carl Reasies Cornciman-At Large Clyde Mansfield M.D. Totman C. F. Measure J. Starr Wallace Pratt Wrank Lowry Pred Penrel Bert Russell LC Woodword Sid Sherrard Griff Evans Ihs John Grossoner Robert P. Tompkins

Deaths in Columbus and Athens area

Mrs. Ellen Frye wife of Henry Frye died in Columbus on Friday after years in Athens county from paralysis and a stroke five weeks ago. Burial will be in Athens with services at West Union street cemetery after a funeral cortege lands in Athena Monday morning. Survivors include two daughters Mrs. Arthur Boker Alma Mayhew Harvey Fry and John Frye and a brother Willard Weatherby of Akron. Also Mrs Clarence L Heaton was taken to Grant hospital Columbus for gallstone surgery.

Ellen Frye Henry Frye Columbus Arthur Boker Athens Athena West Union Street Frye Stewart Athens County Arthur Boller

Western and Southern Life Insurance meet in Athens district

Thirty eight members gathered yesterday in the Athens district offices with organizers FW Taylor and W F Sutton directing the convention. Harry Ties led as Athens agency superintendent, calling the meeting a celebration of 1927 progress and plans for 1928.

Western and Southern Lite Insurance Company Athens Lerafurr Lawrencea Bloc Piine Pal FW. Taylor Cimemmnnd W. F Sutton Parkersourg Harry Ties

Tragedy in Uhrichsville Ties Jealousy to Slaying and Suicide

In Uhrichsville Lorenzo Mears 62 killed his former wife Mrs William Ridley and then shot himself police say the two were allegedly victims of an eternal triangle. Mears died. Ridley was dying from bullet wounds and believed to be his former wife.

Uhrichsville Lorenzo Mears William Ridley Mears

Snyder and Gray Must Go to Chair In Thirteen Days

Marysville and Chillicothe items describe a murder case of Albert Snyder with Joe Snyder and Judd Gray facing a death sentence after preparations for execution. Mrs Snyder shows uncertainty while relatives discuss wills and last visits as investigators cite threats and grudges. Newark subway contracts and Circleville grand jury notes are included among scattered local notices.

Snyder and Gray Chillicothe Secant Allen Josh Justice of the Peace Alf Od Smith Wood Rinkliff Ath Snyder Judd Gray Joe Wieele Albert Snyder Ins Yor Jane Ossining N.Y Dee

Triangle love theories linked to killing in Kentucky

Police investigating the Vanceburg area post office murder cite a love triangle motive. Omar Goddard surrendered after the shooting that killed Kehoe King, father of seven, as he fled from the building following sixteen shots. Goddard says he has letters detailing alleged wrongdoing between his wife and King.

Ortsmouth King Kehoe Omar Goddard Vanceburg Ruggles Goddard

Hill Trial Seen Poised To Set Action Record

Ottawa reports the Harry Hill murder trial in progress with four jurors tentatively chosen. The opening days focused on legal motions and jury selection, delaying the case. The suspect, accused of killing Mrs Hill, a wealthy recluse, faces a lengthy court process as proceedings continue into next week.

Ottawa Harry Hill Vine Hill

Diver Rescues Companion in Mud Cave at S-4 Salvage

Provincetown Mass divers continue salvage of the sunken submarine S-4. Khontas Ludte and CLT Mattox undertook a second rescue after a cave-in in mud trapped Mattox. Michaels was freed Dec 18 when Ludte freed lines with a hacksaw.

Provincetown Mass Khontas Ludte Clt Mattox Sadie T. O' Michaels Eadie Hunt

Rescue Crews Seek Lost Boy Scouts in Snowbound Nevada Mountains

In Modesto California and Nevada the search for 22 Boy Scouts, aged 12 to 14, continues as more than 30 rescuers push through deep snowdrifts toward Fine Crest in the Sierra Nevada. Communication is cut by snow. the expedition began last week with two autos and 33 mules to carry supplies and gear.

Cal Dee Tha Tur Nevada Mountains Thursdey Sonora Calurite Verdon Bard Tont

Skulls Link Rumor Highlighted at Reval College Lecture

A confused report notes skull symbols connected to a supposed Thik Teiweensia and Furene link, discussed by Sir Athu heat at Reval College of Surgeons. The tale mentions a tomb and preserved remains while alleging a totem’s denial of natural role amid other strange claims.

Tin Don Athu Heat Reval College of Surgeons Arthur

Donahey's Veto Declared Valid by Attorney General

Governor Donahey's veto of about 750000 from the general appropriation bill is upheld as valid by Attorney General Turner. The ruling, delivered to the state utilities commission, affects a 500990 allotment to the agriculture department for slaughtered tubercular cattle next year.

Columbus Donahey Turner State Utilities Commission Thestate Department of Agriculture

New Policies Set for Summer Camps Emphasize Recreation

Washington war department announces a policy shift for citizen military training camps next summer. Daily schedule splits miltary instruction in the forenoon and athletics or recreation in the afternoon, with only advanced students receiving further training after midday.

Washington War Department

Funeral planned for Horst of Jeffrey Manufacturing Co

Arrangements are being made for the funeral at three o clock for Horst executive of the Jeffrey Manufacturing Co who died last night of heart trouble.

Columbus Horst Youraen Jeffrey Manufacturing Co

New York Nightlife Sparks Last Big Hurrah

A fragment from New York reports a nightlife scene where residents and western producers join in a final celebration with hopes of a strong finish. The text hints at a shifting alliance and a festive mood as the period ends.

New York Dee Prives Fish Hilline

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