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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1949
Page
2
Middleport Rotary Club president Chester Tanne hill invites Mayor James A. Rhodes to speak at tonight's meeting after the 6 o'clock dinner. Rhodes, 39, a Jackson native, is noted as a young metropolitan mayor and a national youth programs leader. Dinner served by Mrs. Robert Harris and church women at Heath Methodist Church.
In Middleport a Centennial program begins with erecting a marker and bulletin board on the S Third Ave side of Heath Methodist Church. Sponsored by Rev W B Moore Mrs Moore the Young Adult Class and non resident members footing laid ready for brick laying. An informal Young Adult Fellowship meeting discussed plans on church steps Wednesday evening.
Two cars collided at the E Second Street and Lynn Street intersection Thursday morning. Lawrence Hall of Mason City and his 11 year old daughter Janice were in the northbound car. Lauren Hoffman of Salem Center drove the east bound vehicle. Janice Hall sustained a bruised cheek bone. Police say the Hall car had minor damage while the Hoffman car suffered extensive damage.
In Rutland on Sunday June 26 Mary Lou Stevenson of Dehue West Virginia wed Harry Snowden of Rutland. The bride is a Logan High School 1949 graduate. The groom is Rutland High School class of 1945. The couple will reside in Logan West Virginia.
UNITED METHODIST and OLIVE BAPTIST publish service times and events. POMEROY CHURCH OF CHRIST lists Bible school and sermons. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY shares morning service and lesson text. ST. PAUL S LUTHERAN and CHURCH OF CHRIST IN CHRISTIAN UNION present weekly services. FIRST BAPTIST outlines classes and evening programs. SOUTH BETHELEUE hosts homecoming with basket dinner. KENO CHRISTIAN features Sunday evening preaching.
The Baptist Missionary Society will meet with Mrs. Edward Simpson on Friday evening in Pomeroy.
Graveside services for Mrs. Bertha Coleman Devereaux will be held Saturday at 10 am at Cheshire Gravel Hill Cemetery. She died June 23 in Oakland California and is survived by son Robert Devereaux of San Francisco and daughter Mrs. Stanley V. Parker of Oakland.
Belle Finding of Alfred and William Reeves of Wilkesville announce their three month old marriage. The couple plans to move soon to their new Wilkesville home.
Martha C. Quivey was granted a divorce from William E. Quivey and awarded custody of their 12-year-old son according to court records.
Gauges on pressure cookers are being checked at the county extension office as the canning season starts.
Orion Holter files a civil action seeking 3717.55 against R L Sharp. The case outlines monetary dispute and court filing details in Pomeroy.
The Ecclesia Choir of Los Angeles directed by founder Elton Menno Roth will perform at United Methodist Church on Friday July 15 at 8 p.m. The ensemble, formed in 1931, includes college students, soloists, instructors, directors, organists and vocalists from church choirs and choral groups. They undertake a lengthy tour highlighting specialized ensemble singing.
The group draws year to year from local singers chosen on merit. They sang previously at the United Methodist Church in Pomeroy and Heath Methodist Church in Middleport. No admission charge for next Friday. a free will offering will be taken.
Middleport residents and guests enjoyed a Fourth of July weekend at the Bradford cottage on the Don Myers farm with a swimming party wiener roast and a birthday party for Mrs. Bailey. Many visitors including the McKelveys the Myerers the Kautzes the Whaleys the Hill family and relatives from Akron Columbus Cleveland and beyond joined in local events and hospitality. Notable mentions include the Reynolds family visiting from Ann Arbor and Billy Reynolds Jr. sustaining a finger injury while here and several locals visiting or hosting relatives and friends.
Middleport Meigs Temple 153 Pythian Sisters met for a business session this week. They planned a picnic at Roadside Park this month. Hostesses for the refreshment hour were Mrs. Homer Jones, Mrs. Florence Bush and Mrs. C. P. Gallagher.
The Middleport Loyal Pals Class of the Church of Christ traveled to the Langsville area to hold its annual picnic at the cabin of Mayor and Mrs Sidney Russell. The gathering began at the teacher Mrs Edward French residence on S Second Ave. Mrs J A Young serves as president.
Middleport group meeting Thursday evening gathered for a picnic supper in the roadside park with members shareable conversation and seasonal fellowship.
Lawrence Bing and Ellen Shadle hosted visitors from Charleston and Beech Hill while others returned home after July visits. Columbus trips included Delbert Russell and family. Camilla residents Mrs. John Marshall stayed with George Anderson. Numerous relatives joined gatherings at Hawk's Nest and Cleveland while Dr. J J Davis completed studies. Mrs. Josie Turner is reportedly ill.
Women will can fruit and vegetables this summer and store supplies for winter. Inspect jars for perfection before use and follow manufacturer sealing directions. Handle hot jars with cloths to avoid burns and avoid drafts while cooling. Do not place hot jars on marble or cement surfaces. Prevent canning mishaps to stay happy.
Gordon K Harris resigns after four years as director of instrumental music at Linden-McKinley High School Columbus to take a similar post at Upper Arlington High School. He organized the first marching band there and comes from Middleport with family roots in the community.
Middleport First Baptist with Charles Pomeroy returns from vacation to lead morning worship and communion at 10 15. Church school 9 15. Evening service 7 30. Heath Methodist led by Rev W B Moore with Sunday school 9 30 and morning worship 10 30. Centennial Program Committee to meet Wednesday at 7 30 in church.
Sunday guests include Mr. and Mrs. George Hobstetter and Pamela from Nelsonville with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wilson and Benny from Middleport and Bernice Ann Durst. The group later picnic at Eldon Gaul's Chester home. Mildred Shorn and Albert Coats are on vacation from a local department store. Town visitors include Don Lanning and his father Lawrence Lanning visiting Cincinnati sister Mrs. Ralph Zink. Mrs. Lawrence Lanning travels from Pomeroy. Belford Nelson stayed with G G Guthrie in Charleston West Virginia near Pool Mountain Villa.
Pomeroy man Hayes Johnson appeared in Mayor Sidney Spencer's court on a charge of intoxication. He pleaded guilty and was fined $5 plus costs.
Alfred Grange hosted the Pomona Grange gathering at Rocksprings Grange Hall on Friday July 1. Ninety members attended as candidates received fifth degree obligations from Pomeroy Bend Grange Alfred Grange and C G Williams Granges. a Farm Bureau picnic with Bess Johnson of WLW speaker was announced for July 14 at Rocksprings Fair Grounds with games at 10:30 a.m. and noon dinner. Rocksprings to host next meeting September 2.
Pomeroy announces a women’s camp at Tar Hollow from August 1 to 3. Information is available from Marret Ann Studer acting home demonstration agent at the Agricultural Extension Office before July 22.
The Meigs County Methodist Youth Fellowship sets its annual mid summer picnic at Portland Park starting 6 p m Monday. An hours recreation program precedes supper and a closing worship service led by Rev W B Moore of Heath Methodist Church Middleport.
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