Vandergrift Sentenced to Penitentiary and Johnson to Mansfield
Vandergrift, a Navy deserter from Parkersburg, was sentenced to the Ohio Penitentiary while Cecil Johnson, formerly of Riverside Drive Athens, received Mansfield Reformatory terms in Athens County Common Pleas Court after pleading guilty to auto theft and later forging a check. Both men had been indicted by the grand jury. Vandergrift preferred civilian sentencing and was warned by naval officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison Leslie Vanderg
Parkersburg
Ohio Penitentiary
Cecil Johnson
Riverside Drive
Athens
Mansfield Reformatory
O. F. Rowland
Athens County
Ing
George Bate- Johnson
Wellton le
Pittsburghers Implicate Home Insulation Scam Ring
Pittsburgh men were accused in Athens County of luring homeowners with promises of insulation for outer coverings of houses. The group, led by Conkey and Gift, allegedly signed cognovit notes totaling 3570 dollars under misrepresented insurance purposes. Arrests followed after a man using the alias Mr King attempted immediate collection. four men were named, with one fugitive sought in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Artur Lankey
Newmarsnica
Susan Gift
Albany Road
Hebbardsville
King Insulating Co
Fittsburgh
Franz Woodworth
Athens County
Harold J. Rose
Sam H. Abrams
Louis Bernstein
Gaylord Wrters
Pittsburgh
Woodworth
Afi
Conkey and
Gift Tn
Rose
Joe Ziskind
Pitts Nigh
England
Ivan McLeod
St, Bat
Conkey
Gift
Mr. King
George Bateman
Ziskind
New York
RATION ROUNDUP: OPA updates on stamps and validity
The Associated Press reports continued validity for several ration stamps with no termination dates before March 1. Blue meat and processed food stamps, sugar, lard, and oils see revalidation notes. Gasoline coupons 14 A remain valid for four gallons through March 21 and other B and C series hold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
OPA
DPA
Paul McAtee Wounded in France During War Duty
Mrs. Ethel McAtee of Trimble received a War Department telegram confirming Private Paul B. McAtee was wounded in France on January 7. He had been in the Anzio Beachhead invasion and has been overseas 19 months. a letter with details was sent from the hospital.
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Mra
Ethel McAtee
Trimble
War Department
Paul B. McAtee
France
Pfe
McAtee
Anzio
Norma Dry Home After Cast Removal
Norma Jean Dry, 19, daughter of Claud J. Dry, was brought to Mt. Carmel Hospital Tuesday for cast removal after a July fall from East Hill. X rays showed the bone healed, she returned home the same day, to be bed confined about three weeks with daily leg exercises. She plans to sit up, use crutches, and return to hospital in two weeks for further X rays before discarding crutches. She is cared for by aunt Mrs Ruth Valentine Dry. Mr Canton, formerly a registered nurse, helped during her marriage to Mr Dry's brother.
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Norma Jean Ry
Claud J. Dry
Shannonne
Mt. Carmel
Spital
East Hill
X-ra Inken
Theospital
Ruth’ Valentine Dry
Mr Canton
Mr. Dry
Chicago Hospital
University Elementary Bond Sales Are $8600
Fire from a stove in a coach of the B and C train between Parkersburg West Virginia and Hamden ignited a window frame. The University Elementary sales totaled 8600 dollars with total savings stamps funds reaching 138.70. Athens firemen used chemicals to extinguish the flames and the loss was slight. The Junior Red Cross drive netted 18.03. Missionary Mrs Alice Coone from Barbados will speak at the Pilgrim Holiness Church tonight at 7 20. She works with the New York District and is doing deputation work in Ohio.
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Parkersburg
W. Va
Hamden
University
Athens
Fihe
Red ‘Cross
Alice Coone
Barbados
Second
Third Indies
Athens Pilgrim Holiness Church
New York
Ohio
Salvation Army Leaders in Athens Oversee Active Youth Program
Captain Martha Greenwell heads the Salvation Army Corps in Athens with Lieut Dolores Denman as assistant. Their youth work includes Junior Legion Crusaders Torchbearers Corps Cadets Sunbeams and many classes. They ran senior activities for adults and aided 142 homes with clothing meals lodging and loans. children attended summer camp.
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Greenwell
Denman
Martha Greenwell
Salvation Army Corps
Athens
Dolores Denman Ister
Junior Legion
Crusaders
Torchbearers
Corps Cadets
Sunbeams
Youll Be Solicited for Gift to Salvation Army in Athens
Solicitors press the Athens Salvation Army Maintenance Fund campaign with a $3,300 goal. L W Roberts, general chairman, notes Women's Division quotas totaling $1,179 led by Mrs J B Roberts. Teams across wards, hospitals, schools and business districts prepare to meet their assigned targets as Major Harold Richland Ave directs effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Cod. Allie
Glen Hanes
Me Fred" Lucas
C. H. Creed
North Hill
B.F. Cutler
Ward Dia
Berry
South End
J. B. Roberts
Harold
Ward
North End
Zeal Glen Hanes
Richland Ave
Salvation Army
William ‘Smith
Jnst
Ralph Miller
Byron A. Tions
John Hu Wolfe
William A. Mechem
Don
K. Barstow
Mr. Roberts
I. W. Rob
Rts
Ohio University
Gratitude Expressed for Gamertsfelder's Service
Ohio University faculty unanimously adopted a resolution praising Walter S Gamertsfelder for his performance as Professor of Philosophy and Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The body lauded his administration as President, noting his fairness, efficiency, humor, and steadfast leadership during difficult times. The resolution extends best wishes for continued success and happiness as he returns to duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio University
Walter S. Gamertsfelder
Corge of Arts and Sciences
Gamertaf Elder
Man Describes Gas Relief Product Claim
Fragmentary ad style text claims a medicine named ERB AIELP relieves postmeal bloating and gas. It touts 12 great herbs and suggests regular bowels after use, attributed to Athena Pharmacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athena Pharmacy
AGW
Juvenile Delinquency Not Increasing in Athens County
Probate Judge Francis White told the Athens Rotary Club that juvenile delinquency is not rising in Athens County due to population losses. He stressed parental responsibility, noted fewer court referrals amid better economic conditions, and urged patience as cooperation with the court yields satisfactory outcomes without court action.
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Athens County
Francis White
Athens Rotary Club
Whites
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Javur
Chester
Artificia Towers
Sthens
Jessie L. Burt
J.B. Grogan
Burt
Fort Hayes
Columbus
Grogan
Jackson
Franklin Ave
Paul McAtee
Norma Dry
University Elementary
Gamertsfelder
Dr. All
O. O. F. Hall
Keystone Custodian Funds
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Roy E. Hawk & Co. Invassment Securities ‘Cane Rice Phone
Axkink
Athens Pharmacy
the Security Bank
Member
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
F.O.E
Kenneth Powell, W. P
Serve
America
Red Cross
Greyhound
Greyounds
Pearl Harbor
Union Bus Station
Union ST
Athens, Ohio
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