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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1926

Page

2

Second man is Pomeroy sentenced for burglary

Jan. 26 Clyde Tyree, sentenced to one to fifteen years in Ohio penitentiary by Judge A. P. Miller after pleading guilty to burglary and larceny, was taken to the institution by Deputy Sheriff A. O. Tracy. Tyree was part of a trio that broke into the Simpson powder house at Dark Hollow and took 200 sticks of dynamite. Muncey, who pleaded guilty to the same offense, is already serving a sentence in the state pen.

Pomeroy Clyde Tyree Ohio Penitentiary A. P. Miller A. O. Tracy Tyree Simpson Powder House Dark Hollow Muncey

Abe Michaelson Sells Junk Business in Middleport

Abe Michaelson sold his junk business in Middleport to Dan Rees of Pomeroy. He had previously been sentenced to the penitentiary for a copper theft case tied to the Great Lakes Coal company, a matter that was carried to higher courts and recently dismissed.

Middleport Abe Michaelson New York Michaelson Dan Rees Pomeroy Great Lakes Coal Company

Local Notables and Visits Stir Middleport Community

Tom Larabd recovering at home on Second Street. Mrs. Mary Karr and daughter Marcia from Syracuse moved to Middleport. Dc. E. Thomas visited Athens on Sunday. Ned Menshinni and mother plan winter in Italy, with Menshinni to return with family in spring. Rev. Otto Geison went to Portsmouth for business. Mrs. Herbert Ewing visiting Columbus.

Middleport Tom Larabd Second Street Mary Karr Marcia Syracuse E. Thomas Athens Ned Menshinni Italy Menshinni Otto Geison Portsmouth Herbert Ewing Columbus

Nine and a half pound daughter born in Sundry

Mrs William Jago and Mr Jago welcome a nine and a half pound daughter at their Mulberry Avenue home Sundry. Miriam Blackmore and Mrs George McQuigg traveled to Springfield for an Episcopal church convention. Mrs E D Jenkins returned to Jackson after weekend with sister Mrs Nyman Zweifelhere.

Pomeroy Bend William Jago Mulberry Avenue Miriam Blackmore George McQuigg Springfield E. D. Jenkins Jackson Nyman Zweifelhere Thomas Wiptoe Columbus James Church Emma Sattler Minden W. Va Bert Vance Rutland Pomeroy Ray Root Locust Street Edward Ebersbach Curtis Reed Fred Bartels Cleveland Thelma Beards

Nelsonville Glouster Rivalry Renewed In Tonight's Showdown

Nelsonville-Y lead search continues as they host Glouster American Legion in the new high school gym tonight. Last meeting Glouster won 30 to 28 in Nelsonville. the Nelsonville boys seek revenge after leading most of the previous game. Lineups list Glouster Watkins Wolfe Meyer Kabler Powers Sharp Watkins and Nelsonville Stanrod Crouse Newton Rain Johnson Hudson Crabtree guards. A 7 p m preliminary pits Nelsonville juniors against the Glouster Moose Order.

Glouster Nelsonville Y Glouster American Legion New High School Symnasium Nelsonville Legion Soldier Boys Watkins Wolfe Meyere Kabler Powers Sharp

Car Hits Pole During Skid

Weslie Carmen of near Enterprise narrowly escaped serious injury Monday afternoon when his brakes failed on Kerrs Run hill his car skidded into a telephone pole snapping it in two and pulling down power lines the vehicle suffered heavy damage though he was uninjured

Pomeroy Weslie Carmen Near Enterprise Kerrs Run Carmen

Perry Defends Army Navy Game Move

Lawrence Perry argues the Army Navy contest deserves national attention beyond service pride. He suggests staging the game in Chicago or other large cities, cites Soldiers Field capacity, weather considerations, and widespread support from taxpayers and cadets nationwide.

Perry

Buckeyes Face Hard Test Against Chicago Maroons

Ohio State basketball travels to Chicago for a key road showdown with the Maroons. Coach Olsen’s squad carries a 3–1 record after a lone setback at Purdue.

Buckeyes Face Strong Indiana Wrestling Test Saturday

Ohio State brings a rare wrestling clash with Indiana University to Columbus on Saturday night. The Buckeyes, winners over Cincinnati and Michigan this season, meet one of the nation's top programs coached by Jack Reynolds, the welterweight champion of the world.

N. Buckeyes Columbus Ohio State Buckeye Indiana University Buckeyes Cincinnati Michigan Indiana Hoosiers Jack Reynolds

Indiana at Ohio Athens clash heads to Ohio gym

Indiana grapplers travel to Athens Ohio to meet Ohio University in a Monday night clash at the Ohio gym following a recent mat feud with Ohio State.

Indiana Athens Columbus Ohio State Indiana Grapplers Ohio Ohio University

German sprint star Hubert Houben to race in America

German sprinter Hubert Houben arrives in the United States where he plans to clash with top American rivals. Houben rose to prominence in Berlin last year by defeating Loren Murchison and Charley Paddock during their world tour and is limited to four races in the U S. He expects to begin competition soon.

Hubert Houben America Houben Berlin Loren Murchison Charley Paddock

Bearcats Face Buckeye Challenge Behind Allen Scoring Record

Cincinnati battles Ohio University in a key Buckeye Conference clash as Ether Allen nears 60 points this season. Coach Grover readies a defense focused lineup while Ohio aims to counter Behan Granville and Bolton edge with Klein Dial Schmidt and guards. The packed gym hosts a pivotal Saturday showdown with implications for both teams in the league standings.

Cincinnati Bearcats Buckeye Butch” Grover Ohio University Buckeye A. A Bearcats Bapa Ether Allen Ether Charley Wright Allen Ohio van Epps Wright Behan Denison Granville Grover Klein Dial Schmidt Bearecats Kenyon Gambier Dempsey Episcopalians Marietta

English golfer Abe Mitchell challenges American star for purse

Abe Mitchell has issued a five hundred pound challenge to meet any American golfer in a 78 hole match. Most expect Walter Hagen to be his opponent, with Gene Sarazen Jim Barnes among backers if a public vote or committee choice governs selection. The proposed May match aims to erase a three year old Hagen victory.

the Sportsman Consolidated Press Saint Augustine Fla Abe Mitchell Walter Hagen Hagen Mitchell Westchester-Biltmore Club Gene Sarazen Long Jim Barnes England Sarazen Barnes

Bouts From Canton's Impromptu Card Highlight Mix of KO Wins

In Canton Delaney tops Roper by technical knockout in the twelfth round while Breslin and Ledy win by technical knockouts or decisions. Other bouts feature Stor gath and Cavalli scoring KOs, Mack lines, and a six to ten round draws in Buffalo and Philadelphia showdowns.

Canton Jack Delaney Bridgeport Young Nixon Washington Mansefield Johnny Storgath Mansfield Johnny Michaels Jamestown N. C al Dundee Jimmy Perry Alliance Johnny Roberts Springfield Peanuts Seymour Johnny Cavalli Jack White Columbus Jackie Mell Kud Dare Dayton Leo Alexander Kid Champ Hank Fredericks Ohio State University Sailor Roundstadt Johnny Carpenter Ted Stowe Joe O'Malley Sailor Pedro Aguinaldo Harry Gale New York Jack Dempsey Philadelphia

Political pull dayo fair play in Dempsey Tunney saga

The article questions Tex Rickard’s bold stance on rights versus the New York athletic board amid the Dempsey Tunney dispute. It notes Rickard’s political backing and hints at a Dempsey Tunney match as the best option, with Tunney expected to fight in New York before the indoor season ends and potential challengers like Pete Reilly seeking a shot.

Fair Play Consolidated Press New York Tex Rickard New York State Athletic Board Wills Rickard Boxing Board Dorpsey Arley New York Boxing Commission Tunney Pete Reilly Jack Delaney Gene

Crack Golfer Star Ball Player Also Shines on the Golf Links

Noted golfer and baseball star stretches talents on the greens. The athlete impresses spectators with precise drives and steady putting, drawing attention from fans and peers. Local clubs celebrate the versatile sports figure’s cross sport skill.

Giants Star Ross Young Shines in Texas Open Amateur Round

New York Giants star Ross Young, an accomplished amateur golfer, tied as medalist among amateurs in the Texas open qualifiers. He faltered in the first eighteen holes, scoring in the 80s, before finishing strong enough to count among the medalists.

Ross Young Oss Young New York Giants Young

Lightweight boastback: Sharkey faces ex Marine in upgrade

Advertisers push a boxer's image as a rising light heavyweight. The write up notes Jack Sharkey aiming to move up and likely to meet an ex Marine in the next challenge. The piece frames Sharkey as the stronger target in a widening rivalry.

Jack Sharkey

National League 1925 star ratings published

John B. Foster reports the full National League 1925 ratings with Hornsby as leading batter Carey as top base stealer and Pinelli as leading sacrifice hitter. Cuyler leads in triples, Bottomley key for hits, Luque tops ERA leaders, and the Giants fail to place any names amid a weak team showing.

New York Hornsby Carey Pinelli Fournier Cuyler Roush Bottomley St. Louis Vance Luque Giants

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