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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1929

Page

3

Young Mother Claimed By Death Lucy Hoisington 33

Mrs Lucy Hoisington died at 9 30 this morning at 67 Franklin Avenue Athens Ohio from heart disease She had been in ill health over a year The family moved to Athens last November from Columbus to be near relatives Funeral services are set for Sunday at 2 30 at First Methodist Church Burial in West Union The family includes husband James and two children Frances 12 and Ruth An infant daughter died 13 years ago Others include mother Mrs Mary Marietta Avenue Athens six brothers Dell Lones Fort Washing Athens and more local relatives

Lucy Hoisington James Hoisington Franklin Avenue Athens Columbus Stewart Illinois Ohio Nelsonville First Methodist Church Burta West Uuilib Frances Ruth Mary Marietta Six Broshers Dell Lones Fort Washing

Seabright to Lecture on Modern Machinery and Mining

A. W. Seabright, mining instructor, will present an illustrated talk on Modern Machinery and Mechanical Mining at the High School Auditorium in Nelsonville tonight at 7. Coal loaders and other devices for efficient mine operation will be shown. Invitation extended to all interested.

Seabright Highdaen Nelsonville A. W. Seabright

Two Fined in Nelsonville for Intoxication and Lights Violation

Nelsonville report states Forest McLaughlin was fined $10 and costs after pleading guilty to intoxication before Mayor L. J. Eberle. Lawrence Bryan of this city also pled guilty to operating an automobile without lights and paid $10 plus costs.

Nelsonville Forest McLaughlin L. J. Eberle Lawrence Bryan

Webster Denny Transferred For Surgery

Nelsonville Jan 25 Webster Denny of this city was moved to a Columbus hospital Thursday for a surgical operation after several weeks of illness with influenza and pneumonia.

Nelsonville Webster Denny Columbus

Funeral attendance marks Edward Ervin's held in Nelsonville

Out of town mourners at Edward Ervin funeral include Eli Roush Horace Reeder of Athens James Phoenix William Hodges of New Straitsville Lynn Chapman of Columbus and John Cheshire of Lancaster. In Nelsonville Earl Morris of Pomeroy announces the birth of a son Delbert Leslie Morris at his parents home on Poplar Street January 23.

Nelsonville Edward Ervin Eli Roush Horace Reeder Athens James Phoenix William Hodges New Straitsville Lynn Chapman Columbus John Cheshire Lancaster Earl Morris Pomeroy Wesley McMannis Poplar Street This City Delbert Leslie

Windon Couple Attends Event in Pomeroy Anew

Mr and Mrs Dana Windon were in Pomeroy yesterday attending an event. The report notes their presence and ongoing activities related to Dr An.

Dana Windon Pomeroy

Y Independents Down Shawnee Kappas 33 to 14 at Y M C A

In Nelsonville the Y Independents defeated Shawnee Kappas 33 to 14 at the Y M C A gym last night to extend their winning streak to three. Ben Sweazy Winnie Howe and Shorty Butts led with ten nine and ten points respectively. Washburn's defense stood out for the locals while Lewis and Hiles each scored five for Shawnee. Next games include a January 29 meeting with Haydenville and a return clash at Shawnee.

Nelsonville Ben Sweazy Winnie Howe Shorty Butts Swea Independents Haydenville Independents Haydenville Shawnee

Masonic Lodge Holds Annual Inspection in Nelsonville

Nelsonville January 25 The annual inspection of Philadorian Lodge F and A M at the Masonic Temple last night was sparsely attended and the Eastern Star did not serve at six. The third degree was conferred with J R Alderman district lecturer McConnelsville present and commending officers and members on the lodge's excellent condition.

Nelsonville Philadorian Lodge A. M Masonic

Social bridge fete honors Detroit and Lorain guests

Mrs Durward North hosted a Thursday bridge party with three tables in honor of Mrs William McMahon of Detroit and Mrs Robert Veon of Lorain. High score went to Miss Phil Jena Nelson. guest prizes awarded to McMahon and Veon. Luncheon served.

Durward North William McMahon Detroit Michigan Robert Veon Lorain Phil- Jena Nelson McMahon Veon

Eleven Tables at St Patrick's Euchre Party Held

Eleven tables at St Patrick's Hall Buch Tel Tuesday evening for a euchre party hosted by Mary Lusty and Maurice Murphy. The door prize went to Mrs Agnes McDonald. Several attendees came from Nelsonville.

St. Patrick's Hall Buchtel Mary Lusty Maurice Murphy Agnes McDonald Nelsonville

Bridge club honors at Mae Linton's Wednesday play

Miss Mae Linton led her bridge group with the high score on Wednesday evening. Miss Julia Burnell placed second, while Miss Ruth Cook took the low score in the two-table event.

Mae Linton Miss Linton Julia Burnell Ruth Cook

Removal of Body of George Mumaw

Body of George Mumaw 24 died at St Francis Hospital Columbus Wednesday evening was moved to Stout's Mortuary and later taken to the home of half brother Claude Rutter Bishopville Funeral services slated Saturday afternoon He is survived by several brothers and sisters both parents preceded him in death

Nelsonville George Mumaw St. Francis Hospital Columbus Stout's Claude’ Rutter Bishopville

Mrs. Carrie Longley Dies at Noon in Nelsonville

Nelsonville January 25 Mrs. Carrie Longley 46 wife of Sam Longley prominent Nelsonville barber died at her Madison Street home at 11 30 this morning. The body goes to the Evans home 526 Poplar Street for services at 2 30 Sunday conducted by Rev Lloyd Evans. Interment Green Lawn Cemetery. Survived by husband a son John and two sisters Mrs Blaine Carn of New and Mrs Ed McGlone of Codartease Indiana. John Longley active in Ohio University athletics. Member of Eastern Star Pythian Sisters and White Shrine.

Nelsonville Carrie Longley Sam Longley Madison Street Longley Dave Evans Poplar Street Evans Lloyd Evans The Presbyterian Church Green Lawn John Blaine Carn New Ed McGloné Codartease Indiana John Longley Ohio University Eastern Star Pythian

Will Entertain Club Party At Mrs Shaw's Home

The W. B. A. Juniors will be entertained with a party at the home of Mrs. Emory Shaw on Scott Street Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o clock.

Emory Shaw Scott Street

Griswold Plans Continued Probe At Lancaster Boy School

Griswold will continue the investigation at the Lancaster institution, promising a thorough review of the matter involving the boy school. Officials say the probe will be expanded to ensure compliance and safety.

Griswold Lancaster Institution

State School to Undergo Wide Investigation Over Death

State Welfare Director Hal H Griswold announced a complete inquiry into the State Industrial School at Lancaster following the death of 17 year old Hamilton Jett from pneumonia on October 9. He cited general conditions and treatment of boys and will probe after testimony from Marietta witnesses.

Columbus U.R Lancaster Hal H. Griswold Marietta Hamilton Jett Griswold Jett Ben Marie Rose Stockport Gris Lancaster Institution C. R. Sloan

Mrs. Howard Duckler Hosts W B A Club Meeting

Mrs Howard Duckler of Myers Street will entertain the ladies of the W B A Club this evening at seven o'clock.

W. B. A. Club Howard Duckler Myers Street

Giauque to Sing Over Radio Sunday

Prof. C. D. Giauque of Ohio University will sing on Station WSAZ Hunts ton West Virginia about 8 o clock Sunday night. He will perform two 15 minute intervals and is noted for church and community singing in Athens and has hosted civic events.

C. D. Giauque Department of Physical Education Ohio University WSAZ Huntston W. Va Giauque Giauqué Athens Presbyterian Church

Hot salt gargles aid throat clearing and tooth cleaning

The text extols hot salt gargles as highly effective for clearing throats and easing moaning during rising discomfort. It also claims salt is excellent for cleaning teeth and maintaining oral health.

Auto trade shows further gains in exports

Washington January 12 An official bulletin from the Foreign Commerce Department of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States reports a renewed rise in American auto exports abroad. Passenger cars and trucks shipped in the first nine months totaled 34 000 with substantial year over year gains and a strong rise over the five year average. Exports of autos and parts reach 372 977 000 for the period, up from 490 2 873 000 a year earlier and 121 000 000 five years ago.

Ashington Foreign Commerce Department Chamber of Commerce of the United States

Court House Doings Probate Admits George A Cornwell Will

The Ath ens County Probate Court admitted the will of George A. Cornwell to probate on January 24. Mary A. Cornwell, widow, filed the application and chose to take under the will’s provisions. The will of D. D. Leadbetter was also admitted to probate.

George A. Cornwell Athens County Mary A. Cornwell

Five Athens Lawyers Attend Ohio Bar Mid Winter Meet

Members of the Athens County Bar left Athens Thursday morning for the mid winter meeting of the Ohio Bar Association in Cleveland. Attending from Athens are Judge L. G. Worsteel of the Common Pleas Court and lawyers O. F. Rowland Mal H. Rowland M. D. Hughes and W. Peters. Hughes and Peters were elected local delegates at an Athens Bar assembly January 18.

Athens Dasly Athens Ohio Bar Association Cleveland L. G. Worsteil Athens County

Death Notice for 69 Year Old Eva McGill

Eva McGill 69 of Athens died at night at the Athens State Hospital. The body is at the Undertaking Parlor. Burial will be at 2 o'clock Sunday in the Hi cemetery.

Eva McGill Athens State Hospital

Home remedy aids Athens children with cold relief

Physicians now advise mothers to use Ayer's Cherry Pectoral for children's colds in place of fear of pneumonia. Hundreds of Athens youngsters reportedly recover quickly, with one case showing dramatic improvement after the third day.

Athens Robt Betelle

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