Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Athens Messenger in Athens, Ohio

We have 16,378,606 pages in Ohio

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1930

Page

2

Orage Root Iron and Celery Compound Endorsed for Health

L E Carr of Sprague West Virginia promotes ORANGE ROOT Iron & Celery Compound as a powerful tonic for fatigue weakness and low appetite. He claims after four bottles plus Golden Nuggets his nerves strengthened and weight increased with better digestion and regularity. Available at Lash's Drug Store or by writing H J stores Parkersburg West Virginia.

Lash H. & J. Tories Parkersburg W. Va

Trustees Discuss Program of Roads in Meigs County

Meigs County township trustees met with County Engineer J. E. D. Hartinger to plan road improvements funded by outside sources. They will join with county commissioners and use county equipment, presenting before the Board of Commissioners on January 23. Z. A. Denny was elected president. Joseph Marks vice president. L. L. Keller secretary treasurer. Gilbert Weeks member of the Executive Committee.

Salem Center Joseph Marks Long Bottom L. L. Keller Tuppers Plains Gilbert Weeks Pomeroy

Women’s Music Club Elects Officers in Middleport

The Women's Music Club held its annual meeting at Heath M. E. Church Tuesday evening. Old officers were re elected for the coming year. Six new members joined: Mabel Wilson Esta Anthony Elizabeth Russell Evelyn Esihinger Ann Sauer. New associate members include Blanche Matthews S F Wilson R E Miller Nan Moore Martha Bryant E R Tompkins Max Roller G E Martin.

Middleport Heath M. E. Church Mabel Wilson Esta Anthony Elizabeth Russell Evelyn Esihinger Ann Sauer Frank Pendergrass Blanche Matthews S. F. Wilson R. E. Miller Nan “Moore Martha Bryant E. R. Tompkins Max Roller G. E. Martin

Local residents undertake visits across towns and states

Mrs. E. M. McCarty visits parents in New Salem for a few days. Mrs. R. C. Lansbury travels to Columbus to visit daughter Mrs. George Schaaf. Mrs. M. C. Nostrum returns to Kansas City after visits with brothers G. K. and Otis Bradford. Mrs. R. B. Laughead back from New York City to home. Mrs. James Souder checks Athens property interests. N Y C Athletic Association team loses to Racine High School 22 to 7 at Masonic Temple. Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Taylor and Miss Taylor visit Mrs. Sarah Lant in Grant Street. Mrs. Lant is 96. Mrs. D. E. Miller travels to Columbus for eye specialist. Mrs. Pearl Graves and mother head to Marion to stay with relatives. Martha Sargent and Nan Agee spend Tuesday in Columbus. Martin Ohlinger returns from bakers convention in Columbus. Lon Greenlee to Bucyrus for N. Y. C. shop work. Fred Russel goes to Columbus on business. Will Haddox from Athens visits his mother. Mrs. Frank Guinther travels to Huntington for the week. Mrs. E. R. Tompkins and Bob return from Meadville after Christmas visit with S. J. Hamer.

E. M. McCarty New Salem R. C. Lansbury Columbus George Schaaf M. C. Nostrum G. K. and Otis Bradford Kansas City R. B. Laughead Mary Laughead D. E. Miller Pearl Graves Marion Martha Sargent Nan Agee Martin Ohlinger Lon Greenlee Bucyrus Fred Russel Will Haddox Athens H. Haddox Frank Guinther Huntington Bull E. R. Tompkins

Murder story may aid victim's widow

Pomeroy Jan 16. Following Frank Hedrick s confession of his brother John Hedrick in the Duckworth murder, Mrs Elizabeth Duckworth the widow seeks to recover her late husband s $2000 life insurance from his employer. An affidavit by Frank Hedrick is expected to support the case.

Pomeroy Frank Hedrick John Hedrick James Mc Cgumber Arthur Duckworth Islizgabeth Duckworth Duckworth

Ebersbachs Face Meigs County Tax Board Inquiry

Pom ery, Jan 16. Ebersbach interests appeared before the Meigs County Board of Equalization to answer questions on 1929 taxes. The disputed unpaid taxes totaled $130,000 up to 1929 and the matter remains tied up in higher courts with a final decision pending.

Pomeroy Ebersbach Meigs County

Doctor Crary Relocates Practice To Gallipolis

Dr. H. L. Crary, long practicing in Pomeroy and Volleport, has moved with his family to Gallipolis and will open a new office there. He plans to split time, half day in Gallipolis and half day in Pomeroy.

Pomeroy H. L. Crary Volleport Gallipolis

Humphrey birth announced in Middleport

Mr. and Mrs. Harold Humphrey announce the birth of a ten pound son, James Robert, born Wednesday morning January 15. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Bowen of Pearl Street.

Middleport Harold Humphrey James Robert Raymond Bowen Pearl Street

Missionary Study Class Seeks Women for All Day Session

The Presbyterian Church lecture room hosts an all day Missionary Study Class on Jerusalem to Jerusalem in six parts. Women of the church are invited to hear the three chapters during 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch will be served.

Middleport Presbyterian Church Jerusalem

Middleport Folks Head South for Florida Winter

Mrs Loss Thomas departed for St Petersburg Florida on Wednesday morning to spend the winter there. Other Middleport residents are already in Florida and more will follow as they settle there for the season.

Middleport Loss Thomas St. Petersburg Fla

Miner Grueser Faces Possible Finger Amputation After Stove Burn

George Grueser who fainted and fell on a hot coal stove in his kitchen is believed to have more serious burns. Several fingers may be amputated. He is staying at the home of his sister Mrs. Harry Mescher in Minersville.

Minersville George Grueser Harry Mescher

Talbott Bible Class Meets At Baptist Church

The Talbott Bible Class held its regular meeting at the Baptist Church assembly room on Tuesday evening with president Mrs Ross Peters in charge. Mrs Talbott led the program on The New Year featuring readings by 12 members.

Middlesport Talbott The Baptist Church Sunday School Ross Peters

Chester High School Senior Marries Akron Rubber Worker

Miss Margaurite Spencer 20, a Chester High School senior, married John Rasp 33, a rubber factory employee in Akron, at the bride’s home. She will leave her studies to move with him to Akron.

Chester Margaurite Spencer Chester High School John Rasp Akron Rasp

Pomeroy Lineman Hurt in Main Street Fall

Charles Sayre, lineman for the Pomeroy Ohio Power Company, fell from a pole on Main Street Tuesday and is conscious with a fair chance to recover. Dr. Byron Bing, his physician, says the fall may have involved a slight stroke of paralysis. Langsville Sunday School reports 63 pupils enrolled and 65 in attendance. R. F. Whitmer, superintendent, notes the figures. Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Webster are in Columbus for a Fair Managers Association meeting. Webster is Meigs County Fair secretary.

Meigs County Charles Sayre Pomeroy Ohio Power Company Main Stret Byron Bing Langsville R. EF. Whitmer R. G. Webster Columbus Webster Fair Managers Association Mr. Webster

Citizens National Bank Reelects Officers and Directors

The Citizens National Bank held its annual stockholders meeting in the bank’s business room on Tuesday evening and re-elected all current officers and the board of directors. Officers: C. F. Rathburn president J. B. Downing vice-president W. E. Russell cashier. Directors: C. F. Rathburn B. H. Rawlings E. A. Reed J. B. Downing J. H. Williams W. E. Russell C. B. Smith A. W. McKay R. B. Loughead L. L. Carney Dr. H. L. Ward.

Middleport Citizens National Bank C. F. Rathburn J. B. Downing W. E. Russell B. H. Rawlings E. A. Reed J. H. Williams C. B. Smith A. W. McKay R. B. Loughead L. L. Carney Dr. H. L. Ward

Bertha Garrison Sues for Divorce in Common Pleas Court

Mrs Bertha Garrison wife of Absolom G Garrison filed for divorce in Common Pleas Court citing extreme cruelty. The Garrisons are middle aged with married children and Bertha has worked in a local meat market for years.

Pomeroy Bertha Garrison Absolom G. Garrison Common Pleas Court Garrisons

Girls Missing In Pomeroy Mystery

Pomeroy and Middleport police investigate the disappearance of two girls as residents report blank leads and mounting concern. Authorities request tips from the public to locate the missing youths and determine any connection to local events.

Disappearance prompts alert for two girls in Pt Pleasant

Authorities issue a lookout for Genevieve Shifler aged 15 and Mildred Darst aged 13 reported missing from Pt Pleasant a few evenings ago. Police request public tips and description details to aid inquiries.

Pt. Pleasant Genevieve Shifler Mildred Darst

Death of Mrs Esther Newland 87 in East Liverpool

Simon Newland of Chester received word of his mother Mrs Esther Newland 87 dying at her daughter Mrs Belle Kennedy home in East Liverpool early Monday. She leaves three sons Jasper Jane Bottom and Frank and Will in East Liverpool and a daughter Mrs Ida Eddie. Widow for years burial occurred in East Liverpool.

Chester Simon Newland Esther Newland Belle Kennedy East Liverpool Jasper Jane Bottom Frank Will Ida Eddie Newland

Judge Crow Presides as Gallipolis Jury Hears Bank Suit

Jan 16 report from Pomeroy notes Common Pleas Judge F. W. Crow of Meigs County called to Gallipolis to preside over a jury hearing after resident judge W. R. White recused due to his Directorship in the bank sued by Mrs. Mack who won her case in the same court.

Pomeroy F. W Crow Common Pleas Court Meigs County Gallipolis W. R. White

Fruit Growers to Meet on Friday in Coolville

Meigs County Farm Bureau announces a meeting of Meigs and Washington County fruit growers at Coolville School Friday at 9 30 a m. A L Priestoff P H Parks and F H Ballou will speak on fruit growing orchard care and cultivation.

Pomeroy Meigs County Farm Bureau Me. County Washington Court Coolville A. L. Priestoff P. H. Parks F. H. Ballou

Zemo Skin Remedy Promoted for Itching Relief

ZEMO advertised as a soothing antiseptic for itching skin. The copy claims relief on first application and twenty years of use with success across various irritations. Pricing listed as 35¢ 60¢ and $1.00, available at all dealers.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Pomeroy Bend Women’s Ebersbachs DR. Crary Florida Lancaster Logan Nelsonville Pomeroy Bend Bridge Ripley Charleston Haney - Goodrich South Court Street Chauncey Rurn the Messenger Telephone Talbott Bible Citizens National Bank At Pomeroy and Coolville School Zemo Dridge Coxwell Coxwell Chair Ottogan Swanson Furniture Co North Court St
Search Courier

Search the Athens Messenger Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Athens Messenger?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication