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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1931
Page
5
Logan and Hocking County classified page lists circulation ads and staff notices. Details reference D Milme contact and phone 272 for Messenger services. Repeats indicate standard classified and circulation sections with society notices and local ads.
In Logan on January 22 a disruption at United Brethren Church occurred when fumes from the heating system forced a crowd outside. Police, led by Chief Lewis Reynolds, investigated and found what appeared to be a powder irritant introduced through the heating system. No serious injuries were reported.
S Carlton Bright and Eugene Wright presented papers on Tibet and Persia to the Twice Five Club at the Easterling Clubhouse in Logan on Tuesday evening. Joe S Case and J D Sanderson entertained as a general discussion followed. guests included Mr and Mrs Walter Kleinmidt Mr and Mrs Robert C York Miss Ella Rochester and other club members.
A report by sanitary engineer Charles P. Hoover proposes two water sources for Logan if a softening plant is built. Wells would supply hardness and iron issues, or water from the Hocking River could be treated. Estimated annual chemical costs and overall plant price are outlined for a facility to process about 1.25 million gallons daily.
Members of the Les Amies Sunday School Class met at the M. F Church Tuesday afternoon for a combined business and social gathering with Mrs. Joe Harden directing the business portion and Mrs. Joe Rowley leading the program. A two course dinner was served at the close by a host of ladies led by Mrs. R. R. Lanning and other volunteers. Canned goods were donated to aid the needy.
Rural School Supervisor George M. Morris of the State Department of Education will address the Hocking County teachers at the Courthouse Auditorium at 1 o clock Saturday January 31. Sept. J. W. Coleman urges all teachers to attend. The program includes general discussion of school problems with speakers Paul A. Potts of Laurelville and W. A. Stage of Murray City.
Thomas Kuhn pleaded guilty to malicious destruction of property in Logan on Tuesday. Magistrate J P Miller fined Kuhn $50 plus costs. $45 of the fine was suspended pending payment of the rest and settlement of damages at the White residence where a brick was hurled through a door.
Relatives in Logan receive word of the January 15 birth of a son to Mr. and Mrs. Thoburn Conkle of Columbus. The infant, named Norman Burton, is a grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Garfield Adcock of this city.
The Dolphin Society met Tuesday evening at Misses Wellman home on South Spring Street. Mrs Blanche Pettit presented The Life of George Sand and Miss Lucy Barker reviewed Con suelo. Members contributed articles on Victor Hugo. Miss Emma Wellman attended as a guest.
Inspector Fred Beougher of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles visited Logan on January 22 for field and office work. He said licensing-law violations were few and expected to rise with spring. Beougher met with Deputy Registrar Harry L. Smith Sheriff Sol Ellinger and staff.
Logan Jan 22 An eleventh hour rush to obtain dog licenses brought the total in Hocking County to 2025. Many applicants appeared in person and others mailed fees, causing a heavy workload to issue tags. The total is about 200 fewer than last year and Dog Warden Charles Briley will start collecting delinquents shortly.
Logan, Jan. 22. George Spang of this city was named sanitary police for the city district Wednesday, it was learned at the Health Department office. Spang is one of four constables serving in Hocking County.
Gathering at Mrs. Cyrus Rochester's residence the Sister Susies enjoyed a pleasant Tuesday evening. Mrs. Sumner Martin Mrs. Frank Brown and Mrs. Frank Weiland presented a sketch during the social hour. Lunch followed.
Hartford reader Daniels credits Peterson's Ointment with halting six months of eczema itching after trying multiple lotions. Ad touts instant comfort on inflamed skin and claims rapid healing for eczema pimples and pimples with blackheads.
Eighteen men reported for the opening class of the Boy Scout leadership training course led by Thomas G. Allen in Logan. The session organized a troop to train leaders for county troops to be formed under the county council. Local representatives include Dr. Rauch and Edward C. Hamilton on the Central Ohio District executive board.
Harry Davis a Washington Township farmer was found not guilty by a Com Pleas Court jury of larceny in connection with a set of automobile chains alleged to belong to Wayne Griffith. The trial opened that morning and the verdict came after about 30 minutes. Davis was released. Jury members listed.
Logansport reports from Columbus that George Blosser, hospitalized last week, is responding to treatment and showing signs of improvement. The update underscores cautious optimism about his condition.
A home remedy using Pinex mixed with sugar syrup or honey promises quick relief for a severe cough or chest cold. It claims threefold action by targeting the trouble, loosening phlegm, and soothing inflammation, with guaranteed results and refunds if not satisfied.
Mr Blosser a retired tin miner residing on Hilt Street expects to return to his home in the city by next week.
Mrs Lawrence Adcock hosted the Chummy Bridge Club at her East Hunter Street home Tuesday evening with bridge as the diversion. High scores went to Miss Mildred Collins and Mrs Lawrence Harden while Mrs Joe Walburn was consoled. A two course lunch was served. Guests included Mrs Harden Mrs Willard Lyke Miss Mildred Lehman and Miss Mary Bond.
The Ohio University gallery hosts a showing of furniture pictures by the American Union of Decorative Artists and Craftsmen. The display features flexible items like legless chairs and ceiling-hung tables, illuminated by striking lighting. Open daily 2 to 8 p.m. for public viewing.
McArthur Ohio news brief credits Kelly staff correspondent as McArthur Vinton County YT. Co. provides society and locals updates via telephone to 79 P. O. Box 16.
Vin ton County grand jury sat in McArthur January 22 and 23. Eighteen cases examined, 11 true bills returned. Foreman M S Hutchinson and members H A Wiseman F M Batl Nora Swaim Joe Davis William Appleman Mrs Lizzie Martin Walter Swaim Anna Heinlein Owen Henderson E M Wilbur Imogene Ward Aura Turner Orris Ziegler Pearl Dunkle. Indicted will be arraigned before Judge Darby January 24.
Mrs Sarah Culbertson aged 90 died after a life spanning World War I and beyond. Funeral held in Logan, she lived in McArthur with her son Richard, real name Lewistown native, three nieces surviving in Lewistown. Her husband John Culbertson managed iron furnaces during the Civil War and afterward.
Papers filed with the clerk of court appeal the Charlene Bay Goodman versus John F. Lewis Blanche Lewis and Paul Bayard Bay case. Judge J W Darby ruled against the plaintiff in the common pleas court over Traenus N Bay estate valued 28000 to 55000 now to Paul Bayard Bay adopted son of I N Bay and wife. Plaintiff questions I N Ray competence to adopt.
About 78 people attended the Eastern Star meeting in McArthur on January 22. New initiates included Alta Johnston Creola Mary Johnston Creola Anna Scott Otis Scott McArthur Mattie Shoto Gallipolis Arthur Christian Dundas Carney John Creola. Guest Frances Martin dall was present.
Mrs Glendon Bagley Joseph Huklin Mrs Bruce Reed Mrs Daisy Bagley Mrs Edna Smith Mrs J T Oxyter Jr Mrs Blanche Davidson Mrs P Theman of Hamden N O Stewart Hremen Miss Goldie Christian Dundas Mrs E F McRibben Zaleskt are listed among local society names in the society column.
Fitzpatrick of Radcliff and Miss Mary Tmdn a Columbia business visit. Louis Luhraon and Rit ter from Chillicothe Zaieski party called on Dr. Ermmte Smallwood in McArthur. George Martin returned from Cherrington Hospital in Logan said to be improving. A child of Don and Mrs McVey of Lakeview Ohio was taken to Grant Hospital. The McVeys visited J L Beckley and Athena relatives.
An obscure line mentions Max Schmeling facing Stribling with no experience in Stribling’s chauffeur.
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