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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1952
Page
4
Athens city council approved a 352 530 appropriation for city operations for 1952, with salaries increases funded and a 25 610 boost over 1951. The body also rejected a post office corner traffic plan, overrode veto risks, and honored ex councilman B F Cutler for two terms of service.
Mrs. Lewis Ross of Cambridge Ohio shares she lost four inches from her bust five from her waist and six from her hips using Rennel a home remedy. She says eat plenty and lose weight with this safe effective recipe mixing Rennel with grapefruit juice and taking two tablespoons twice daily. She promises money back if not satisfied and urges insisting on genuine RenneLac.
Prof Henry A Frost opens the seventh annual Ohio University Faculty Lecture Series with an address titled Architecture Toward the Future. The talk occurs Thursday at 8 p.m. in Chemistry Auditorium. Frost joined OU in February 1950 as visiting professor of architecture. He previously taught at Harvard and led architecture programs for women before 1942. Dr John E Edwards, physics professor, chairs the series which is open to the public.
Floyd E. Carsey of E State Street pleaded guilty to assault and battery before Mayor Peter B. Seel. A $5 fine and costs were assessed and a 10 day jail term was imposed but suspended. The charge was filed by Wilma Carsey.
Robert Conrad, 38, of Logan Route 3, was arraigned before Logan Mayor Roger Friend on a charge of defective brakes on his car. A fine of 40 dollars plus costs was levied. The State Police and Patrol made the arrest.
County real estate tax payments are now due by February 1 after Treasurer Ed Lasch extended the deadline because of staff illness and a temporary shortage of help. The previous due date was January 20 and some staff are reassigned to assist in York Township.
Adrian W. Wade filed a $5347 damages petition in Common Pleas Court against Elizabeth Henderson and Dean Sager for injuries from a Dec 7 collision at E State and Shannon. Wade alleges Sager drove drunk on the wrong side above 50 mph, with brakes inadequate, causing severe injuries. Henderson owned the car and gave Sager permission to drive. Wade's right hand went through the windshield. he suffered permanent injuries and severe shock.
Births list includes a daughter for Mr and Mrs Cecil Hoyd of Carpenter and a son for Mr and Mrs Calvin Davis of Athens, along with several individuals named Patricia Faires, Eber Linscott, Carlos Bailey, Rev Daniel Teater, Mrs June Macakane, Beverly Minerd. Dismissals include Mrs John W Easler and son, Mrs Robert Sheridan and daughter, Set First Class Pearl Ackley, Clara Tippie, Jimmie Mingus, Jeannine Jago, Anne Mathewson, all of Athens and surrounding areas.
A light snow blanketed Athens this morning as temperatures climbed from 26 to 29 by 9 am. The city faced minor travel disruption with rising temperatures reducing snowfall. Yesterday’s high and low were 32 and 30 respectively.
An Associated Press list notes seven Ohio Pardon and Parole Commission paroles effective February 14 for inmates from London Prison Farm. Included are Charles Alexander of Gallia County with support and Donald Malone of Athens County for unarmed robbery.
Ted C. Johnson an 18 year old male dorm student pled guilty to speeding in a 47 mph city zone and was fined 10 dollars plus costs by Mayor Peter B. Lee. Police recorded the offense in a 30 mph limit area.
Claudis Chappel of Lodi Township announces candidacy for reelection as Athens County Recorder and seeks the Republican nomination in the May primary. Elected in 1944 and reelected in 1948, he has led the Ohio Recorders Association and the Athens County Young Republican Club as past president. He resides at 223 East State Street with his wife and daughter.
Athens Elks Lodge 973 announces a campaign to recruit blood donors for the Red Cross bloodmobile. Exalted ruler Charlies H. Evans cites local quotas and a one million pint grand lodge target. Members will be contacted by mail with the next bloodmobile date. Evans notes tonight’s lodge meeting at 7 30 in the Cline Building and plans for a Jan 15 initiation plus continuing Saturday night parties for Elks and their ladies.
Eldon Hardy 31 of Columbus pleaded innocent to a non support charge when arraigned before Mayor Peter B. Lee. The affidavit by Dellis Hardy also charged assault and battery. The second count was dismissed for lack of prosecution. Hardy posted $500 bond and was bound to the grand jury.
An auto stolen December 10 from C E Heft on Athens Route 3 was recovered by Clarksburg police. They notified the Athens department that the car was found in Athens. It had been parked on Carpenter Street.
Eight indictments were returned by the January term grand jury Monday afternoon after deliberating 17 cases. No bills were found against nine persons including Richard Hamlin, an Ohio University student, and Farnest Weaver, a Nelsonville teacher, whose cases involved alleged theft and assault. Indicted were Marvin Tom Carpenter for three counts of issuing bad checks, H F Nichols for bad checks, Edward Blackford and Charles McGill for non support, Neil Sorensen for DUI, and others. The jury also reviewed jail discipline and recommended better lighting. forelady Esther Staats led the panel.
Maj Randall Kelly of Athens spoke to the Kiwanis Club at Hotel Berry on Korea forces. He said food and clothing supplies and morale are strong with an advanced A ration and new uniform layers. He noted helicopter evacuation improved wounded care and mentioned Harold O Danner's pending gubernatorial installation in Cincinnati on January 14 with local Kiwanis in attendance.
A short in a motor on an air conditioning unit caused a minor fire Monday afternoon at the Ohio Theater 34 N Court St. City firemen were called at 4 20 p m when smoke was seen emerging from the building. The theater was closed and damage was slight according to Fire Chief Clarence A Parker.
Coolville announces the installation of officers has been postponed to Wednesday January 23 at 8 pm. Visitors will be welcome at the session.
Frank Dean 82 retired Athens post office employee died Tuesday after a long illness. He served as Athens first carrier beginning in 1902 then became a mail clerk and stamp window clerk before retiring in May 1934 at 65. Survived by wife Blanche two sons Russell and Franklin a daughter Mrs. Fred Kelly and sister Minnie Dean. Funeral arrangements by Jagers funeral home.
Athens Rotarians heard Ben Geary, manager of Schine Theaters, say films remain top entertainment for all income levels. He noted Hollywood counters TV with better pictures for all ages and that Athens theaters often obtain premieres before New York. He described exchanges for defect checks and emphasized local theaters as hometown employers and the push for more family friendly and broadly appealing films amid rising attendance.
Local loan offices in Searby towns announce evening hours by appointment to aid residents seeking financing. Banks and lending agencies extend flexible schedules to accommodate workers and students.
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