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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 28, 1936

Page

8

Gallia County 4-H Clubs Reach 581 Members in Review

County Agent R. R. Starbuck reports 40 clubs organized in Gallia County with 183 boys and 248 girls, totaling 528 projects. Eighty-seven boys and 218 girls completed at least one project, and several members represented the county at the state fair and city congress. Ninety percent of clubs engaged in community service and a 4-H camp was held in August to promote health recreation and handicrafts.

Gallipolis R. R. Starbuck Swan Creek Go Getters Melvin Gatewood, Jr Kenneth Johnson Robert Gatewood Gailia County Ohio State Stair Galilia Margaret Gatewood Eleanor Lusher Garnet Clark James Venz Addison Knotters Virginia Button Buiaville Weavers Teomsune Cunussunes Gallia County Ohiopiace University Hey Bits Erniest Plazer Fairneiu Rihiscius Luther Keese Dite Mgger Winnie Miller Buimvinen Gills Janies Venz Oiwie Auuibu Aduileis Varreli Didisty Mercerviue Happy Wo Liuiay Weruenets

New Diphtheria Cases Developing in County

Two new diphtheria cases bring county total to three under County Nurse Margaret Jones. Carl Cooper 16 in Waterloo is in critical condition. no young children in the household. James Legg Jr. 9 of Flag Springs quarantined, reported in excellent condition.

Gallipolis Margaret Jones Carl Cooper Elmer Cooper Waterloo

Marriage License Issued for Rodgers and Ealy in Gallia County

A marriage license was issued to John Rodgers age 48 a coal miner of Manan West Virginia and Ellen Ealy age 38 daughter of William R Miller of Bidwell both identified as colored.

Gallipolis John Rodgers Manan W. Va Ellen Ealy William R. Miller Bidwell

County Roads to Be Cleared by WPA Snow Crew

Farnom Hasking, Gallia County Engineer, said county and township roads would be cleared of snow and deep drifts quickly as WPA workmen were dispatched today. Regular projects were halted by the cold and snow.

Gallipolis Farnom Hasking WPA

Church Plans College Day Next Sunday at First Baptist

Gallipolis announces Rio Grande College Day at First Baptist Church next Sunday February 2 with the Gospel Team Instrumental Ensemble trumpet duet and mixed chorus of 40 voices performing. W T Packer college pastor delivers the evening sermon and the program features Beethoven Gounod pieces and a piano cello and quartet string ensemble.

Gallipolis Rio Grande College First Baptist Church George Sagen W. T. Packer Ohio Rio Grandé Sagen College Gounod Beethoven

Gallipolis Lodge Opens Newly Refurbished Quarters

The Blue Lodge of the Masonic Order in Gallipolis has spent nearly $1,000 redecorating their hall and adding a lounge. New billiard and pool tables, rugs, drapes, and furnishings are in place. The opening occurs Thursday night after a 6 PM dinner served by the Eastern Star ladies, followed by the annual inspection.

Gallipolis Blue Lodge The Masonic Order

Gallia Academy High School Cancels Events Amid Cold Wave

Gallia Academy High School cancels all extra curricular activities due to extreme cold. Over 200 students were absent on the first day of the freeze. a Northup School bus was out of service due to road drifts. Exams are postponed to midweek, and seniors delay commencement invitations. A new Senior Survey Course and a required American Government class are announced for the coming semester. Former student Guy Lewis plans to return for his junior year after leaving Cleveland.

Gallipolis E. E. Higgins Gallia Academy High School Northup Higgins State Department Ccasion Katherine McGraw Rio Grande High School Guy Lewis Cleveland

Schedule highlights for Gallia Academy High School assemblies

Gallia Academy High School outlines the second semester assembly calendar through May 29. Key events include Swing Out Day January 31 led by the student council, National Honor Society induction February 7, St Valentine’s Day February 14, Washington’s Birthday February 21, freshmen stunt program February 28, and March 6 band and orchestra with a religious service March 13.

Gallipolis Gallia Academy High School Ruth Miller Trevor Davis Washington Douglas Mullineaux E. S. Vanover George Sagen Norma Johnston Katherine McGraw Kathryn Lutz Laurence Myers Anne Bradbury Robert Price Dwight Heath Miller Rio Grande College Eulah Williams Catherine Morrison

Rotary Club Ridden To Rio Grande Feb. 4

Gallipolis Rotary members living in Rio Grande invite the local club to dinner there on Tuesday February 4 and to the Rio Grande College basketball game against Wilmington College. The invitees include E E Higgins club president and are signed by Rio Grande College president William A Lewis athletics coach Paul Lyne and Mayor Ernest Wiseman all Rotarians.

Gallipolis Rotary Club Rio Grande Wilmington College E. E. Higgins William A. Lewis Rio Grande College Paul Lyne Ernest Wiseman

Parsons Slips on Ice in Marion Barnyard Accident

Ode Parsons of Vinton slipped on icy ground while loading feed in a Marion barnyard where he was employed. He was taken to his home to recover.

Gallipolis Ode Parsons Vinton Marion

Rio Grande Social Notes Highlight Local Visits and Events

Rio Grande residents and guests shared meals and visits with relatives in Bainbridge Adamsville and Nelsonville. Families including the Thomases Anderson Cameron and North hosted gatherings while Kenneth Welker returned from Indiana University and Louis Hover recovered from illness. The PTA plans to attend a district meeting in Nelsonville on Wednesday as schools reopen after cold weather.

Rio Grande Roderick Thomas Joan Bainbridge Loren Davis Marion Harry Anderson Harry Cameron Carl Lynn Ray Troth Maurice Lowks Carrie North Finley Earls Adamsville Albert Samuels Vinton Mary Samuels Kenneth Welker University of Indiana Louis Hover Parent-Teacher Association Nelsonville

Willing Workers Hold January Meeting at Glouster

Glouster January meeting of the Willing Workers Class of the M. E. Church met at Mrs. G. W. Cavey with assist­ing hostesses. The class pledged $100 to the church budget and planned a dollar social and valentine party for February 13. Mrs. Leadbetter read a piece sent by Mrs. Smith titled The Noblemans Daughter.

W. W. Leadbetter O. P. Smith

Mooney Brothers Attend Funeral in Cleveland

Postmaster Dan P. Mooney of Glouster and his brother Fred Mooney of New Lexington attended the funeral of Dan Whalen, a former Glouster resident, held in Cleveland Monday morning.

Glouster Dan P. Mooney Fred Mooney New Lexington Dan Whalen Cleveland

Perfect Attendance at Glouster School Cited

Glouster pupils in Miss Dennison's room posted perfect attendance in the first semester. Recipients include Richard Byers, John Carcara, Ralph Craig, Bobby Jewell, Paul Meade, Billy Stahl, Mary Elizabeth Cheney, and Eloise Roberts. Absent only half days were Albert Bland, Bobby Gamwell, Eileen Cherrington, Genevieve Dunlevy, and Betty Kinney.

Glouster Miss Dennison Richard Byers John Carcara Ralph Craig Bobby Jewell Paul Meade Billy Stahl Mary Elizabeth Cheney Eloise Roberts Albert Bland Bobby Gamwell Eileen Cherrington Genevieve Dunlevy Betty Kinney James David Jimmie Davis Lee Labeanie Cecelia Ginnan Betty Jane Kittle

Hollister Girls Triumph in Doubleheader Win

Hollister High girls defeat The Plains girls 28 to 18 in the first game. The Hollister boys fall 39 to 30 to The Plains boys. Both teams travel to face Shade on Friday night at Shade's court.

Hollister Hollister High Basketeers Plains High Hollister Girls Plains Lassies Hollister Boys Plains Boys Shade

Cast of Hobgoblin House entertained at Ruth Dunnette home

Cast members of the high school play Hobgoblin House were entertained at Miss Ruth Dunnette’s home. Bingo was enjoyed and lunch was served to Anna Mae Hoff man, Patty Wolf, Betty Ruth Carpenter, Mary Jane Morris, Billy Mc Greew, Carl Craig, Wilfred Millington, Bill Thompson, David Roberts, Andrew Roberts and the hostess.

Glouster

Stores to Stay Open on Paydays at Ohio Mine 1

Miners at Ohio Mine 1 voted to support the Retail Clerks Union 100 percent and urged stores at Jacksonville to stay open until 7 p m on paydays. The change aligns hours with Mines 255 and 267 and was announced by the union.

Glouster Ohio Mine 1 Jacksonville Retail Clerks’ Union Ohio 1

Daughter Donna May Born to Richards Family

Mr and Mrs Joseph Richards Jr announce the birth of a daughter named Donna May. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Joseph Richards Sr and Mr and Mrs Avard Hashman.

Glouster Joseph Richards, Jr Donna May Joseph Richards Avard Hashman

Visiting Friend Frank Vickroy Calls on Wooster Family

Frank Vickroy of Wooster stayed with Mr and Mrs Roy Davis over the weekend and visited his mother Mrs Nancy Vickroy on East Branch.

Glouster Frank Vickroy Wooster Roy Davis Nancy Vickroy East Branch

Air Conditioning Aims at Chicago Auto Industry Start

Air conditioning of automobiles was disclosed Monday as the new goal of one of America's youngest industries.

Chicago America

Shortage of Coal Reported in Chauncey Area

With all local mines working, some property owners struggle to secure fuel amid extreme cold. Several truck mines could not fill orders, causing coal shortages in area homes.

Chauncey

Mrs Wesley Walburn Called to Fairmont by Ill Mother

Chauncey briefs note Mrs Wesley Walburn travels to Fairmont West Virginia due to her mother's illness. Mr Herman Thiesen Sr and Mrs Thiesen attend the United Mine Workers of America national convention in Washington DC.

Chauncey Wesley Walburn Fairmont W. Va Herman Thiesen Sr Washington D. C The United Mine Workers of America

Visit in Chauncey Chauncey United Guests

Mr and Mrs E Bingman of Athens and Miss Olive Brookins of Millfield were recent guests of Mr and Mrs Guy Brookins in Chauncey. The visit highlighted social exchanges among local families and neighbors in the Chauncey area.

Chauncey Chauncey W. Bingman Athens Olive Brookins Millfield Guy Brookins

PTA Meeting Postponed To Feb 3

Chauncey parents and teachers postpone January gathering to Monday night February 3 due to cold weather.

Chauncey Parent-Teacher Association

Edward Jones Recovering After Mine No. 9 Injury

Edward Jones, injured at Mine No. 9, is in Grant Hospital Columbus and making a satisfactory recovery according to reports.

Edward Jones Chauncey Mine No. 9 Grant Hospital Columbus

Dexter Brief News Notes

Mrs. W R Amos visited her son in law and daughter Kenneth and Mrs Weaver in Middleport. Miss Margaret Amos works as housekeeper for Worley Davis. W H Swan is ill. Arline Nelson visited Harold Miller in Hanesville. Fred Dunfee stayed with his aunt S C Cook. Forrest McCann visited Clarence and Mrs Price in Rutland. Inclement weather halted Rebekah Lodge. Amber Lodge members served lunch after a meeting. G O Will and Worley Davis families recover from mumps. Schools closed due to cold and snow. Thermometers read 32 to 35 below. Don Morgan plans a home library. Ladies Aid Society met at Mrs Amos’s. Pat Davis digs into antiques for old ear bobs. J H Weaver owns a pair.

Forrest McCann Clarence Price Rutland Rebekah Lodge Amber Lodge G. O. Will Worley Davis Don Morgan Ladies’ Aid Society W. R. Amos Pat Davis J. H. Weaver

Vinton Welcomes New WPA Emergency Librarian

Mrs. Mattie Chas teen of Vinton arrived Monday to begin prep work as librarian for the WPA emergency library at Vinton.

Gallipolis Mattie Chasteen Vinton WPA

Coal Shortage Feared as Rail Delays Hit Xenia

Coal deliveries in Xenia Ohio are delayed by heavy snow disrupting rail shipments raising fears of a coal shortage. Officials warn residents to conserve fuel as cold weather persists and supply lines strain under winter conditions.

Xenia

Man Found Frozen In Store Living Room

A 75 year old man, Washington D. H., an employee of Co. Lt. McCluxve, was found dead by freezing Monday in a living room at the rear of a store he had run for years. The millman who discovered the body reported the incident.

Washington D. H McCluxve

Blue Devils Ready To Take on Strong Weekend Schedule

Chauncey-Dover High School closes sem ester with 32 seniors 2% juniors sophomores and 62 freshmen in the second semester. Postponed Hamden game cold weather and exams pushed games to The Plains Friday and home Saturday. Bob Simpson regains eligibility and Locke improves as reserve ward, promising Chauncey Blue Devils’ strongest lineup of the year.

Chauncey Chauncey-Dover High School Chauncey Blue Devils Hamden Chauncey-Dover Blue Devils the Plains Albany Bob Simpson Locke

Stalder Improves After Nelsonville Truck Crash

George Stalder of The Plains was injured when his truck crashed at a railroad crossing in Nelsonville. He is reported to be in Logan Hospital, son of William Stalder.

Chauncey George Stalder Plains Nelsonville Logan Hospital Stalder William Stalder

Notice of highway easement hearing in Athens County

Equitable Trust Company and two other trustees file notice of a January 24 1936 hearing for the appropriation of an easement over lands of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway Company and others in Athens County Ohio for highway purposes. Parcel descriptions include Parcels 2 4 4A and 14 with specific survey points and acreages. The action references a resolution by John Jaster Jr Director of Highways and volumes in the Journal of the Director of Highways.

Equitable Trust Company New York City N. Y Guarantee Trust Company Central Hanover Bank and Trust Company Chesapeake and Ohio Railway Company Athens County Ohio John Jaster, Jr State of Town Dover York Townships Sunday Creek Coal Company Department of Highways Chesapeake and Ohio Railwa Company E. Davis J. Gaston Coe J. Gaston Coe Heirs Chesapeake and Ohio Baleau Company Aay Cree Coal Company E. H. Davis E. E Davis Prverty C. J. Stout Dover Coal and Land Company

Community church services and events announced

Chauncey com ney pastor will preach at the Athens Church in The Plains on Wednesday. A Week of Praise includes a coordinated quartet with Neal Tippety ve and Margaret Tip. Naomi Class of the School hosts a Wednesday gathering at Mrs. Py’s home with Mrs. Kail assisting. Mrs. Dowler and Chauncey May recover from a recent surgical operation in Columbus.

Chauncey Comney Com Ney Neal Tippety Ve Margaret Tip Athens the Plains Naomi Kail

Boundary description for parcels along Chesapeake and Ohio Railway line

Public notice details a long land survey description for Parcel No. 1 and adjacent property lines along the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway Company, The Land Company and The Chesapeake Railway. It names surveyors and points of beginning, various stations, bearings, distances, and curve radii defining parcels totaling an acre fraction. Unclear ownership references include The Chesapeake and Ohio Railway Company and C. L. Stout.

Chesapeake and Yeereny Do Land Company Propene Chesa Railway Company Ohio Railway Stout Chesapeake and One Company C. L. Stout Ohio L. Stout Aid Py Salta Oice

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