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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1939
Page
10
Ohio Universitys Bobcats entered the game needing 50 points or more to keep a 50.2 season average after nine games. They managed 40 points and now post a 49.2 average, reflecting a decline from the strong start by the sophomores.
A collage of sports questions from the early era asks about Yankees season finishes and Dempsey title reign, paired with a Bobcats scoring recap against Xavier. It lists players and scoring totals across ten games, noting overall averages and the need to regain offensive rhythm.
Green Township’s Green Two, near Portsmouth, coached by Ohio University graduate Kenny Jones, has a perfect 15 0 record this season. The Athens native and Phi Delta Theta member has the squad scoring 612 points and allowing 282, averaging 40.8 and 18.9 points per game respectively. Jones, son of Mr and Mrs Robert Jones of Fisher Station, graduated from Ohio U in 1934.
The Conservation Council of Ohio will hold a public hearing next Tuesday at 9 a m in the Public Hearing Room of the State Office Building in Columbus. The aim is to gather input on fishing laws and outdoor recreation in the state and invite representatives from organizations to present views. Chauncey Cruikshank has returned to the CCC at Zaleski after knee treatment at Fort Hayes Hospital in Columbus, spending the weekend with his parents on W Main Street.
Ohio University defeated Miami 40 to 28 as Bill Trautwein’s team extended its Buckeye Conference lead to 3-0.Frank Baumholtz was held to nine points with a cautious Miami defense limiting the star and the Bobcats’ offense showing signs of raggedness despite a first-half 22-14 margin.
Athens Bulldogs host Nelsonville Greyhounds on the local floor Friday in a SECAA game. Athens seeks a fresh win after a two week home absence. they stand fourth in the standings with two conference wins. The Greyhounds, coming off a 33 13 non conference win over Union Furnace High, have one league victory in three.
Henry McLemore reports that Ellsworth Vines and Donald Budge play each other on merit not by agreement. He summarizes Perry and Vines views, noting pro stakes and sponsorship, Budge’s sounder consistency, and overall reciprocal competitiveness. Local notices follow about Chauncey residents celebrating birthdays and travel for a funeral.
The Dover Relief Agency issued federal relief commodities to 262 people at Chauncey last week. Resources included 876 pounds of corn meal 969 cans of grape juice 244 pounds of raisins 212 pounds of rice and 212 pounds of beans. Distribution took place at the City Building under Mayor W. D. Hines Marshal Lawrence Reeves and the Dover Township trustees.
The Plains community records a funeral at Floodwood Church for Mrs Elizabeth Harvey. Local visits include Mr and Mrs Floyd Barker of Athens with Geo Gabriel Jr, Lower Plains, and Wendell Moore and son Richard visiting Wesley Lyman, Walter Dicken, and W E Dicken in Lower Plains. Revs Melvin Dunn and Guss Graham shared duties at Zion Church with Sunday gatherings across Chauncey and Wellston.
Mayor W D Hines announced food relief set for Chauncey at the City Building Monday January 23 from 9 a m to noon.
Librarian Mrs. Nell Rupe announces Chauncey Library on Converse Street will be open Monday and Friday from 2 until 8 p m. The notice informs patrons of revised public access times for study and research.
Chauncey resident George Lenigar marked his 64th birthday on a Saturday evening at his Jacob Avenue home. Relatives and friends joined in for games and music by a Mullins brothers and Lloyd Wade stringed orchestra. A refreshment course followed hosted by Mrs. Lenigar and her daughters.
The Plains couple Mr and Mrs Oscar McGee announce the marriage of their daughter Marguerite to Mr Leslie Coy of Chillicothe. The ceremony occurred in New Lexington on January 1 and the couple will reside in Chillicothe. The McGees also announce the marriage of their son Orris to Miss Ludell Bobo of Albany. The wedding took place in New Lexington on December 17 and they reside with the groom's parents.
Forest Rose Re bekah Lodge in Chauncey will meet tonight at 7 o clock in the K of P Building. Members with January birthdays will be honored. Refreshments will be served and a good attendance is anticipated.
Chauncey resident Rev Gilbert Courtney will preach at the Millfield Church of Christ Friday January twentieth at seven p m. The address highlights a local religious event with Millfield and Chauncey as key locations.
In Columbus, Toledo and Heidelberg dueled to a 48 to 48 deadlock after a late rally by Heidelberg. Chuckovitz led Heidelberg with 14 points while Kuntz added 13 as Heidelberg and Toledo each reached 19 field goals, prompting talk of a postponed rematch. Capital and Ohio U. also won, while Akron and De Sales extended strong conference runs.
Hollister Gym welcomes Buchtel for a Friday 7 30 evening with girls eager to avenge last year’s setback and the boys' squad expected to decisively challenge Hollister.
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