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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1929

Page

7

Nelsonville Faces Years of Bond and Tax Strain

Nelsonville officials warn that mounting bond obligations and fixed overheads for the city and school district, along with widespread delinquencies, will challenge finances for three to four years. The 15 mill limit caps tax receipts at about 75 000 for all purposes, with extra mills possible only by voter approval. The sinking fund absorbs about 14 000 annually, leaving limited room to cover salaries and operations amid growing debt.

Nelsonville Sidney Cook County Budget Commission York Township County Commission Nelsonville City Board of Sinking Fund Trustees Board of Sinking Fund Trustees Eberle Uae Cook Fred Scott

Journalism department hosts first informal meeting in Ewing Hall

About 50 members of Ohio University journalism faculty and students plus staff from The Green and White Green Goat Athena and Alpha Delta Sigma attended an informal gathering in Ewing Hall Wednesday night. Prof. Lasher announced future talks by leading state editors and publishers while Fred W. Bush praised the journalism laboratory's four year progress and its improving student attitudes.

Ohio University Department of Journalism Green and White Green Goat Athena Alpha Delta Sigma Advertising Fraternity Department of Journalism Journalism Ewing Hall George Star Lasher Harold A. Moore Charles Harris William Smiley Lasher Fred W. Bush Athens Messenger The Messenger

Laboratory Plan in Journalism Education Praised

A meeting highlighting the value of hands on experience in journalism featured remarks by Mr. Bush on reporters duty and by Charles Harris on The Messenger’s student reporters. Dr. E B Bryan urged the university to act as a trial blazer and showcased the lab’s educational role.

Mr. Bush Charles Harris the Messenger Harris Ohio Department of Journalism Laboratory E. B. Bryan

Young Couple Found Frozen in Parked Car

The frozen bodies of Elizabeth Ayers 17 of Elmgrove and Edward Price 17 of Greggsville were found in Price's car along the Wheeling Creek Highway one mile south of Elmgrove. Investigators believe they fell asleep and froze to death after going for a ride Tuesday night.

Wheeling W. Va Elizabeth Ayers Elmgrove Edward Price Greggsville Young Price Wheeling Creek William Keller

Church Elects 192 Officers At Annual Meeting

Officers elected include W. D. Robinson Everett Person Dana Barnhill Bert Sidders W A Reading and George McHenry as elders and deacons Mrs Minnie Pierce Mra W D Robinson Mrs Neal Helsel and Mrs Donald Young as deaconesses J J Slater elected trustee How Wood elected reports from treasurer financial secretary and Women’s Service discuss Pentecost observance and a new pension plan adopted by the International convention in Columbus set to take effect January 1 1931

Congregation of the Christian Church W. D. Robinson Everett Person Dana Barnhill Bert Sidders W. A. Reading George McHenry Minnie Pierce Neal Helsel Donald Young J. J. Slater How Wood I Church Carlos Cami Richey Ing Fund Fred Bs J Women's Service Edward Phelps Hanna Hel M. EB. Chatley Brotherhood of Disct ‘Christ International Vention Columbus Uary

Parents of Daughter Gloria Ann Exelkemper

Mr and Mrs Henry Exelkemper of Jacksonville announce the birth of a daughter, Gloria Ann, born January 12. Mrs Exelkemper formerly Juanita Mills.

Henry Exelkemper Jacksonville Gloria Ann Exemkam Jaunita Mills

Nutmeg Apples Grilled with Nuts and Bacon

Grilled apples seasoned with nutmeg make a savory dish. A dinner item combines chopped apples with bacon for a smoky sweet course.

A Spoonful of Syrup Pepsin Promises Health Benefits

An advertisement extols syrup pepsin as a convenient way to gain the nutritional value of vegetables. It claims improved digestion, liver health, and tolerance of rich foods, urging readers to try the laxative herb product and suggesting benefits for children and older people alike.

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