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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1928

Page

2

Racine Man Held On Two Charges

Arthur M. Bigley, 26, Racine, is jailed in Huntington W V on bigamy and a Mann Act violation. He allegedly eloped with Florence Croft, 24, of Anstead W V after meeting two months earlier during a Sewell mountain outing. The couple fled December 26. a search led to Huntington, where Miss Croft learned of Bigley’s sealed marriage. Bigley faces a U S commissioner hearing as authorities investigate.

Pomeroy Jan Arthur M. Bigley Racine Huntington W. Va Young Bigley Florence Croft Anstead Sewell Mountain Croft Marshall College Lookout Bigley Bigsey United States

Alleged cattle rustlers may be convicts

Yesterday warrants were issued in Justice French's court against two men jailed on charges of entering Isaac Lambert's barn, stealing three cows valued at 300 dollars, and attempting to sell them to Meier's meat market. Sheriff Willock links the suspects to an escaped convict from Moundsville and a man who served time for cow theft.

L. T. Vars G. C. Thomas John Kelley Moundsville W. V2 Sherman Arms West Virginia Meigs County Thomas Fork Thomas Sherman Ars Union Avenue Erand Ware Kelly Ralston Russell

Woman dies after operation in Columbus

Mrs Lucien Lightcap formerly Miss Helen Grant of Middleport died at her Columbus home Tuesday from a weakened heart after an operation. Survived by siblings Mrs John Martin Columbus Carl Grant Kokomo Ind Miss Bessie Ruth and Sam Grant Portland Ore and A H Grant Middleport. Burial will be in Columbus.

Middleport Lucien Lightcap Helen Grant Samuel Grant Columbus Lightcap John Martin Carl Grant Kokomo Ind Bessie Ruth Sam Grant Portland, Ore A. H. Grant

Woman's Music club elects officers and adds members

The Woman's Music club held its annual business meeting at Heath M. E. church. Officers elected for the year include President Iola Talbott Vice President Louise Thomas Secretary Genevieve Warmer and Treasurer Dahlia Pauley Four active members Mildred Durst Kathryn Petty Frances Beards and Helen Steigner plus associate Lose Stace were added. Frances Klein will direct the chorus and the monthly program is set for the last Tuesday evening of the month.

Middleport Woman's Music Club Heath M. E. Church Iola Talbott Louise Thomas Genevieve Warmer Dahlia Pauley Mildred Durst Kathryn Petty Frances Beards Helen Steigner Lose Stace

Happy Home Broken Up as Children Leave

Pomeroy story describes Warren McKinley electrician who suffered a work accident and state compensation, then relapse, leading to destitution. The five children were moved to the county children's home and the parents sent to the county farm, ending the family home's happiness.

Pomeroy Warren McKinley

Pomeroy Welcomes Yonkers Minister at First Baptist

The Rev. B. F. Irving of Yonkers New York will occupy the pulpit at First Baptist church Pomeroy on Sunday morning and evening. The church is currently without a pastor.

Pomeroy B. F. Irving Yonkers New York First Baptist Church

Cows Unloaded for Gill Farm Dairy Expansion

A car load of Guernsey cows arrived from the Kanawha valley to stock Dr. G. Gill’s newly purchased 600 acre Meigs County property near Columbus. An extensive dairy development is planned on the former D. D. an farm with 125 acres of bearing orchard. Ken Pomeroy High faces Gallipolis High in major basketball clash.

Salem Center Kanawha Valley G. Gill Columbus West Meigs Gill Pomeroy Ken Pomeroy Witheet Gallipolis High School

Pigs Ate It Charge Shocks Small Town

Jan 12 in Pomeroy an elderly man from Bone Hollow near Middleport was jailed on cruelty to animals charges. Officer Lord Hisell reports the man fed horse carcasses to his pigs, a case fraught with legal questions.

Pomeroy Bone Hollow Middleport Lord Hisell

Holiday Wedding in Middleport Ties Stewart Family

John Stewart nephew of Attorney H. Stewart and son of Prof. and Mrs. W. P. Stewart of Coraopolis Pa. wed Miss Eileen Helen Burchill of Bewickley Pa in a church ceremony. Sister Miriam Stewart was maid of honor and brother Donald served as best man. Reception followed at the bride’s parents’ home.

Middleport John Stewart H. Stewart W. P. Stewart Coraopolis Wooster College South Fourth Street Eileen Helen Burchill Bewickley Miriam Stewart Donald

Rutland Village Council Organizes for New Year

The Rutland village council met to organize for the year with sworn in members Dr. P. A. Jividen as president F. G. Mutchler A. H. Eblin A. E. Burton Earl King and Webber Theobald absent as sixth member G8 served as mayor The absence left standing committees unnamed A F E Barton offered to resign fire chief position not accepted pending successor The treasury showed a balance and the state examiner's report was discussed year transfer of appropriations planned for the coming year.

Rutland P. A. Jividen F. G. Mutchler A. H. Eblin A. E. Burton Earl King Webber Theobald A. F E. Barton State Examiner

Local notices and movements in Heath area families

Ilness and hospital visits mark the week as L b F Murphy recovers from illness. Floyd Stewart and family relocated from Mrs Delia Wilbur property on Gravel Hill to South Third Street. Ladica Aid society of Heath M E church met with Mrs M G White. Mrs A H Grant unable to attend Columbus funeral of sister in law Mrs Lucien Lightcap. Mr and Mrs Ernest Agee traveled to Columbus Tuesday and Wednesday. Mrs Lewis Triplet and two daughters visited Trimble to stay with relatives. John Vrooman with appendicitis was taken to McMillan hospital in Charleston with his parents Mr and Mrs Frank Vrooman.

F. Murphy Floyd Stewart Delia Wilbur Hilton House South Third Street Ladica Aid Society Heath M. E. Church M. G. White A. H. Grant Columbus Lucien Lightcap Ernest Agee Lewis Triplet Trimble John Vrooman McMillan Hospital Charleston Frank Vrooman

Social Officers Toast at Mary Jane Coffee House

The Misses Jane Davis Betty Mich Kathryn Calland and Corinna Morgan were entertained at the Mary Jane coffee shoppe Tuesday evening.

Jane Davis Betty Mich Kathryn Calland Corinna Morgan Mary Jane

Youngest of Winslows Staged by Ohio University Cast

Ohio University public speaking students directed by Harold Evans presented Phillip Barry's The Youngest at Majestic Theater last night. Nine players across three acts delivered a natural home life comedy with fresh talent, many freshmen, earning enthusiastic audience approval.

Ohio University Department of Majestic Theater Harold Evans The University Phillip Barry Winslows New

Tomorrow's Horoscope by Genevieve Kemble

The signs point to a day of social and domestic alliance with artistic undertones. Those born today may find ease in friendly relations and pleasures, with business tied to fashion or feminine items likely to flourish. A child born today may show social graces and artistic talents. Notable Nativity: Salmon Lincoln Cabinet officer.

The Youngest stage production details by department

Students in public speaking arranged settings and lighting for The Youngest. Production staff included stage manager C Keifer, settings Hugh Covert and Paul Keifer, Miley Helger, lighting Albert Sindlin ger, publicity Pauline Swanson, prompter Helen Rupp.

Virginia Lynch Kallie Department of Public Speaking C. Keifer Hugh Covert Paul Keifer Miley Helger Albert Sindlinger Pauline Swanson Helen Rupp

Mind tuning for peak efficiency and balance

A columnist argues minds require regular tuning like engines to stay efficient. Rest, varied tasks, and adaptive practice prevent overwork and mechanical habits, urging individuals to assess when to slow down or refresh for better performance. The piece ends noting absolute adjustment as rare.

Cogpright Newspaper Feature Service, Inc

Benjam in held on fraud charge in Hocking jail

G P Benjamin of Cleveland remained in Hocking county jail after arraignment before Magistrate J P Miller on a fraud charge filed by Earl S Summel. He pled not guilty and was bound over to the grand jury on a $1000 bond. Miss Mary Bond spoke on health department functions at the Business and Professional Women's club meeting in the courthouse auditorium with Catharine Morgan transferring to the local club.

Logan Mary Bond Health Department Business and Professional Women's Club Court House Catharine Morgan

Indigestion Remedy Promoted As Long Acting Salts

A noted authority explains indigestion stems from Hyperacidity and undigested food. He prescribes four ounces of Jad Salts daily before breakfast to neutralize acid, reduce gas, and stimulate digestive organs, claiming relief often comes after the first dose.

Anniversary Plans Upheld by Munete Club Members

Mrs J B Ed wards hosted a Monday afternoon party for granddaughter Jean Edwardes turning twelve. Games and contests honored the celebrant with prizes awarded to Josephine Jeet and Clive Mount as Gladys Orr assisted. Twenty three guests attended including Mrs Samuel Lehman the guest of honors great grandmother who presented a birthday oak with candles.

Jean Edwardes Josephine Jeet Clive Mount Gladys Orr Edwards Bamuel Lehman Shai

Beach Picnic Plans Spur Secret Meeting Hope

Noel Veritzen seeks chance to talk to Mary during Graham beach picnic as Lillian helps arrange a private moment. The narrator reassures him about keeping the gathering discreet while Eleanor Lincoln obsesses over Mary’s visitor. The scene ends with Eleanor feigning casual interest as Veritzen’s visit lingers unseen.

Mary Eleanor Lincoln Sam Noel Veritzen Mary Harrison Noel

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