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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1942

Page

2

Nelsonville Defense Council to supervise waste paper drive

Nelsonville Civilian Defense Council plans a permanent waste paper collection for the national emergency. A special committee will finalize details and may hold the first city-wide drive next Saturday morning. City trucks will collect paper with Boy Scouts and volunteers assisting, and a central depot will store material.

Nelsonville Civilian Defense Council City Hall Raymond Raine W. D. Mender Frank Key Win Bols James Cope George Bateman Boy Scouts PTA Earl Harmony The Defense Council Bateman Frank G. Smith

Nelsonville Social Notes Highlight Local Club and Visits

Mrs Garnet Bennett and Miss Catherine Spencer hosted a family dinner for the 83rd birthday of Mrs Joshua Spencer with Flowers and greetings from friends. The G T Club enrolled Mona Bateman Bernice Johnson Dorothy Thompson Helen Powell and Thelma Hutchison as new members. Roosters Club to meet at 7 30 p m at the high school. Chas Backus and Lester Azhel visited Andrew Burchfield in Nelsonville.

Nelsonville Garnet Bennett Catherine Spencer Joshua Spencer Spencer C. J. Bartels Parkersburg W. Va Cliffton Spencer Mary Ann R. H White Athens G. T. Club Hazel Pierce Chestnut St Mona Bateman Bernice Johnson Dorothy Thompson Helen Powell Thelma Hutchison Leah Fick Bernice Chas

Hyperion Club Dinner at Mrs Fischer Home Jan 17

The Hyperion Club holds its annual dinner at the home of Mrs Julius Fischer in Columbus on Saturday January 17 at 2 PM Isobel Giraldo a Pan American student at Ohio State University will be guest speaker.

Hyperion Club Julius Fischer E. Franklin Sr Isobel Giraldo Ohio State University Columbus

Beal Rites Thursday in Nelsonville Funeral

Funeral services for James Beal will be Thursday at 3 PM at the Pilgrim Holiness Church Chestnut Street conducted by Rev B A Awe. Burial will be at Greenlawn. Friends may call at the late residence in Floodwood.

Nelsonville James Beal Pilgrim Holiness Church Chestnut St B. A. Awe Greenlawn Floodwood

Mrs Shelton Leaves Hospital After Columbus Operation

Miss Joanna Shelton, who had surgery in Columbus on January 5, is at home in Nelsonville R D 1. She plans to return to the hospital on January 19.

Hazel Grose Keplar Sheltering Arms Hospital Nelsonville Joanna Shelton Columbus R.D

Joseph Archer Dies At Murray City Home

Joseph Archer age 68 born in England and longtime Murray City resident died at his Murray City home this morning. He leaves wife Edna Archer and children Joseph Jr Edna Bradbury of Columbus Ann Rushbrook of England George Archer of Murray City a daughter Emma predeceased him. Funeral arrangements not yet set.

Nelsonville Joseph Archer England Murray City Edna Archer Joseph, Jr Edna Bradbury Columbus Ann Rushbrook George Archer Emma

Greyhounds Aim for Sixth Victory as Middleport Visit

Nelsonville Greyhounds host Middleport High School tonight for their sixth win of the season and second in the S E. A 7 30 p m reserve game precedes the 8 30 p m varsity tilt. Veterans Harry Westfall Jr Johnson Carl Bruce Jimmy Knight and Tommy Rosser lead the Hounds with a supporting reserve squad of Powell Barber Riggs Juniper and Oakley.

Nelsonville Nelsonville Greyhounds Middleport High School River Basketeers Hounds Yellow Jackets Gallipolis Greyhounds Columbus West Jackson Chauncey Rockbridge Shade Logan Chieftains Harry Westfall Jr. Johnson Carl Bruce Jimmy Knight Tommy Rosser Campbell Don Powell Max Barber Wilbur Riggs Ted Juniper Percy Oakley

Neimans and Mechems Win Bowling Matches

In Nelsonville city league action Neimans won two of three from Wilson Bros while Mechems swept Galvin's Sohio. Jim McCarty posted 236 and Sid Cook 609 in the first match. Joe Stedem had 225 and 596 in the nightcap. Tonight Wolf Bowling vs Barber's Service at 6 and Smith Linen against Brooks Shoes at 9.

Nelsonville Neimans Wilson Bros Mechems Galvin Sohio Jim McCarty Sid Cook Joe Stedem Wolf Barber's Service Smith Linen Brooks Shoes

Logan charged with unsafe coal truck loading pleads guilty

Logan, charged with unsafe loading of a coal truck, pleaded guilty on arraignment before Mayor George Bateman. He was fined $5 and costs. Affidavit filed by the State Highway Patrol.

Nelsonville Russell Dillon Karshner Logan George Bateman State Highway Patrol

Civilian Defense Council Praises Garden Club Donation Drive

The Nelsonville Garden Club is praised for funding defense efforts by buying Defense stamps instead of hosting dinners. The text urges clubs to donate cash equivalents to Defense stamps during the war effort and explains bonds stamps details and purchasing routes.

Nelsonville

Former Vinton County Coal Operator Dies

Funeral services are set for John Hall 83 of 387 E Dundin Rd Columbus after a prolonged illness. Hall arrived in Columbus in 1909 from Vinton County where he was among the nation’s first coal mine operators. He is survived by wife Mary and four sons R K Hall James E Hall John M Hall and S L Hall. Burial at St Joseph's Cemetery follows the Wednesday service at the Church of the Immaculate Conception.

Columbus John Hall Dunedin Rd Church of the Immaculate Conception North Broadway St. Joseph's Cemetery Hall Vinton County Mary R. K. Hall Portsmouth James E John M. Hall S. L. Hall Ashbourne Rd

Patriotic Program To Be Broadcast In Nelsonville

The Heirs of Liberty Radio Service, with DOJ support and a patriotic committee, will feature James Madison Francis Scott Key John Marshall George Mason and Andrew Jackson and their living descendants in a broadcast carried by Stations WSB 750 WGBF 1280 WSKV 1490 NBC Thursday afternoons from 6 39 to 6 45.

Nelsonville Heirs of Liberty Department of Justice Daughters of American Revolution Daughters of 1812 Sons of American Revolution General Society of the War of 1812 Children of the American Revolution James Madison Francis Scott Key John Marshall George Mason Andrew Jackson W.S.B W.G.B.F W.S.K.V N.B.C

Water service suspended for city mains cleaning in Nelsonville

To permit cleaning of the city water mains on Harper High and Walnut Streets the supply will be suspended on those streets Wednesday January 14 from about 8 a m to 4 p m Service Director Joe Dewhurst announced

Nelsonville Harper, High Winut Sts Joe Dewhurst

Carbon Hill Band Boosters Set Special Meeting

The Band Boosters Club of Carbon Hill will hold a special meeting Wednesday at 2 PM in the high school band room.

Carbon Hill— Band Boosters Club of Carbon Hill

Aged Railroad Conductor Dies in Columbus

Ulysses G. Mc Laughlin age 88 former Hocking Valley conductor died Monday at daughter Ruth Williams home in Columbus. Services Thursday at one afternoon at Stout Funeral Home with Rev. W. M. George presiding. Survived by daughter Mrs Williams another daughter Mrs Carl Zimmerman two sons Ralph Columbus and Thomas Joliet Ill two brothers Biggs Nelsonville Oliver Murray City and three grandchildren.

Nelsonville Ulysses G. McLaughlin Hocking Valley Railroad Ruth Williams Columbus Stout W. M. George Methodist Church McLaughlin Carl Bert Don Ada Williams Carl Zimmerman Ralph Thomas Joliet, Ill Biggs Oliver Murray City

Infection Sickness Sends Local Youth to Hospital

Max Anderson of Orient, son of Mr and Mrs Fred Anderson and grandson of Mr and Mrs Herb Armstrong, was taken to Grant Hospital Columbus Friday for observation and treatment after inhaling ammonia fumes at a Columbus packing firm.

Glouster Max Anderson Orient Fred Anderson Grant Hospital Columbus Herb Armstrong Braun St

Wemmer Heads Board of Education in Jacksonville

At the organizational meeting of the Jacksonville Board of Education Fred A Wemmer was elected president H J Seckinger vice president and J L Altman clerk The other members are Joe Judson and Henry Exenkemper Wemmer and Seckinger represent Jacksonville on the J T High School Joint Committee

Glouster Jacksonville Board of Education Fred A. Wemmer H. J. Seckinger J. L. Altman Joe Judson Henry Exenkemper Wemmer Mr. Seckinger Jacksonville J-T

Glouster PTA Hears Rev J A Thompson Speak

Rev J A Thompson of Glouster Methodist Church spoke on Our Great American Heritage at the Glouster PTA meeting in the high school auditorium. The Kiwanis Club provided the program and plans were announced for a magician show January 21 to benefit the library. Books have been purchased for senior and junior high. sales tax receipts should be turned over to the association.

J. A. Thompson Glouster Methodist Church Glouster PTA Kiwanis Club Benjamin Franklin IV Frances Thomas Rachel Murray Carl Kemp R. S. Richey

Motorist Fined for Unsafe Driving by Glouster Mayor

William Kinsell of Glouster pleaded guilty to unsafe driving in Mayor Thomas Williams Sr court. He was fined $10 and costs after his car sideswiped Don Baird of Nelsonville on State Route 78 between Hollister and Murray City. Baird's car sustained about $75 damage while Kinsell’s car was damaged around $50.

Glouster William Kinsell Thomas Williams Kinsell Don Baird Nelsonville Hollister Murray City Baird

Olsen Advances from Coach to Marine Officer

GLOUSTER Peter I Olsen Ohio University graduate and Hollister High School coach resigned last year to join the U S Marine Corps. He is now a first lieutenant and ordnance officer with the Atlantic Fleet stationed at Quantico Virginia He graduated from the ordnance school December 31 and serves on the General's special staff Private John Chancey left for Camp Shelby after a ten day visit with his parents Alfred and Mrs Chancey Glouster R D No 4.

Glouster Peter I. Olsen Ohio University Hollister High School U. S. Marine Corps Amphibious Force Quantico Ordnance School Dee Olsen John Chancey Camp Shelby Mrs Alfred Chancey

Reports Requested for Orpha Class Jewelry Settlement

Reports requested from all who sold jewelry for the Orpha Class of the Methodist Church and those who have not yet paid. Class must settle fully by Friday. Mrs. Anna Reid left Lawrence for Belpre after ten days in town with relatives including Dr. C. A. Pride and Mrs. Gertrude Pride. Will visit Ohio relatives through March.

Glouster Methodist Church

Burr Oak Dam Hearing Delayed by Rivers Board

The Burr Oak Dam hearing before the Board of Engineers of Rivers and Harbors in Washington is postponed to February at the Burr Oak Dam Association's request. State conservation officials expect a full state report to be ready by then for presentation. The delay was arranged with Congressman's help and local residents note severe frost in California.

Thomas A. Jenkins

Names of Service Men Are Sought in Glouster

Members of the Junior Progressive Study Club seek the names and addresses of all local boys serving in the armed forces including Marines Army Navy and Coast Guard. Submit to Miss Mary Chute Miss Anna Louise Logue or Mrs Donald Howard.

Glouster Junior Progressive Study Coub Marines Army Navy Coast Guard Mary Chute Anna Louise Logue Donald Howard

Milk Mixture For Stomach Ulcers Advertisement

A recent medical discovery now used by doctors shows success in treating stomach ulcers caused by excess acid. The harmless preparation, Lurin, is claimed to relieve pains quickly and also help with gas, indigestion, and heartburn. Mix two teaspoonfuls in half a glass of milk. sells at Athens Pharmacy and drug stores with a money back guarantee.

Athens

William Gamwell Dies at 76 in South Columbus Home

William Gamwell 76 died at his South Columbus home Monday morning. He was the brother of Thomas Gamwell and Mrs. John Bulloch, both of this city.

Glouster William Gamwell South Columbus Thomas Gamwell John Bulloch

Funeral services for Mrs Cora E Penman announced

Funeral services for Mrs Cora E Penman who died at her home will be held Wednesday at 1 PM at Blower Funeral Home on Main Street. Friends may call. Lewis James Palmer of Euclid was fined $10 and costs after pleading guilty to unsafe operation in Mayor Williams Sr. court.

Glouster Cora E. Penman Blower Main St

Directors to Meet Glouster

A Kiwanis Club board of directors will meet after the regular club meeting Tuesday evening at the Hotel Gordon.

Glouster Kiwanis Club Gordon

State tightens use of state cars under Bricker rule

Columbus AP says Ohio state officials enforce the governor Bricker “business only” use rule for state automobiles. State employees may not take state cars on vacation trips or weekend junkets, as enforcement is stepped up to prevent leisure use of government vehicles.

Columbus John W. Bricker Bricker

Glouster Church Class Meeting Postponed Indefinitely

The Men's Class meeting at Glouster Church of Christ, originally set for this evening, has been postponed indefinitely.

Glouster Glouster Church of Christ

School Board Deadlocked On Vote for New Clerk

Nelsonville City Board of Education failed to elect a clerk after seven nominations were reduced to two, C. E. Washburn and Raymond Patton, with no majority. Doris Cook Ellinger withdrew. Action postponed to Jan. 22. Washburn will continue as clerk in the interim. Committees and building assignments were announced. a $12,000 interim loan and a $200 service fund were set.

Nelsonville—City H. E. Wilson Converse i Crawford Washburn Patton Gar Clerkburn L. I. Krieg Monks Shafer Cooley Krieg E. J. Arnold West Central East

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