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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1931

Page

6

Bridge Garden Party Draws Wide Arrivals at Sunny Acres

Sunny Acres hosted a Thursday bridge garden party by the Athens branch of the American Association of University Women from 3 39 in the afternoon. Thirty tables played progressively. Out of town guests included many from Ohio University summer visitors and numerous named attendees from Cleveland Detroit New York and other cities. Highlights included prize for highest score won by Mrs. FLOW Reed and Mrs. N Mackinnon earning second place.

Sunny Acres W. F. Copeland Athens American Association of University Women Mary Helen Fretts Katherine Bedford Margaret Lax H. E. Hens Ydra F. B. Dilley W. Capeland Cleveland C. H. Bartlett Nelgonville John Dana Hubbell H. Mindling Beverly Arine Finley Steubenville XC. MacLachlan Detroit Mich Susan EB. Miller Ale Wills Wellston Catherine Gil Brison Milersport Belvin May Ash Park Helen Timma O. Roth Columbus Ver Lancaster Betty Duckworth Johnstown Cornelia Sterritt Point Pleasant Wva Alles Carrick Katheryn Robinson Tiffin Elain Jefferson Clarksburg W. V A Anna Wells Mary Jewett Youngstown Anabel Niles Hazel Hershman Coghocion Marcella Collins Parkersburg W. Va Jessie May Halsted Fairfax S. C Ma Steckiey Kendallville Ind K. Reed New Haven Conn Mary Deviin Dorothy Betse Window Mminn Elizabeth Inpman Bowling Green Helen Hook Union City, Inc Frances Male Marietta Zelma Butt Lewisville Olive Shroup Mansfield Hea Beth Bellers Marysville Thom N. Hoover Are

Bride's Father Announces June Marriage

Mr Cherie announces a June wedding for his daughter. The groom is from Lancaster and works in a glass factory. the bride graduated from school and hails from Glouster Arkansas. Guests include relatives of Mrs. Cool and Mr. Flowers, while Mrs. Nickell returns from a month visiting in Savannah.

Cherie Souk Lancaster Tiscaughter Char Jane Do Glouster Gelding Ecl F. J. Esiterson Esther Batterson Et Pefiance C. J. Flowers R. D. Nickell Beraite & Rg Savaria

Feminine Devotees Are Honor Guests

Cleveland reports harness racing action with two devotees named as honor guests at a regional program. The feature trot saw Ligan triumph after an early stumble. the colt recovered to win the two remaining heats with strong timing. Dean Wilson won the opening mile, narrowly ahead of Dad.

Cleveland Storth Randalh Grane Dick Bernolda Ligan Frisco Dean Wilson Aveloo Dad

Liquor Returned After Five-Year Confiscation

Sandusky report states that Judge Parker ordered the return of beer and whisky seized during raids on the Kelly Island homes of George Becker and neighbor. The confiscated stock included 18 jugs of whisky and 335 pints of beer. Becker and Robinson faced charges tied to the raid and the seizure was upheld by Common Pleas Judge E W Suverd before orders for return were issued. Attorney Emmett Murray for the Beckers said they may pursue payment of costs.

Sandusky Didy Joann W. Parker Kelly Island Parker Searchwa George Becker Fee Meuben Becker Revi Enia Ketly Island Becker Ad Binson Yeaterday

Martzalf Class Makes More Than 300 Calls

A report to First Meth Church notes the Martzalf class made over 300 calls in the last year. E Clark, president, presided as the session opened with singing and devotions led by Mrs. E. Wacaron. Welle and others assisted in program duties as Maxine Westfial delivered a piece and musical accompaniment followed by prayers.

Martsalf First Meth 2 E. Clark E.psta Wacaron W. OH C. Welle Maxine Westfial Drake Paniment Greaup

Mrs Jones Entertains At Athens Country Club

Mrs Jones hosted a social at Athens Country Club with guests including Miss Caris vy and Miss Run Jones. The event occurred at the home of Mrs G Me near Jereseyvire while attendees from local households shared a evening gathering with several residents and relatives noted among attendees.

Mrs. Jones Athens Country Club Miss Carisvy Miss Run Jones Mies Chri Daley Wen

Athenians Brave Sudden Cool Spell and Rain

A sudden cool spell arrives in Athenians bringing a chill breeze and rain after a warm morning. Thermometer readings drop from the upper eighties to around 61 degrees last night. Weatherwoman Mrs France notes 3 inches of rainfall and widespread damp clothing in town.

John Mary France

Burned to Death in New York House Tragedy

A widow identified as Mrs Be Derren was burned to death Tuesday in her Ferret 1 home after being trapped by flames. Louis Gomyerts, once seen near the scene, is believed connected to the incident as investigators examine the ruin of the dwelling and find a wicker divan amid the wreckage.

Maron Berrien S Naval Ferset Louis Gomyerts Derren Maurice Chevalier France America New York United States

Tax Budget on View Proposed City of Athens Tax Budget

The Athens City tax budget is open to the public for review. Two copies of the budget have been filed with the auditor for public notice.

Athens Athens City Grit! Hy Auditer Chen Public Noumere

National Coal Parley Would Do Little Good

National coal conference praised by few as miners denounce the plan as an operator ploy to suppress strikes. Secretary Lamont and Secretary Doak met with coal operators for four hours but produced no conclusions. Protesters, led by families from Pennsylvania, marched to the White House to present a petition, while the United Mine Workers denounced cooperation with operators and warned Hoover against imminent actions.

Delbert Clarre United Press Washington Commercce Lamont Labor Doak Pennsylvania White House Therodore Jostin National Mine Union Ofi John L. Lew United Mine Workers of America Lewis Hoover Ogpers Industr Vorngers WAECS Ifoover United Mine Workers

Attempt Frustrated New Yo City Hospital Incident

A fragmentary report notes a thwarted attempt connected to New Yok hospital care, with unclear details about individuals or exact actions. The text references a Tuesday event and hospital involvement but lacks sufficient names or places for full clarification.

Pellos

Ask Aid for Miners in Kanawha Valley Strife

A U R H A plea to aid striking miners in the Kanawha Valley has been issued by a committee for the Labor Democracy. The appeal is signed by Norman Thomas as chair and John Hering as acting secretary.

New York U Rha Kanawha Valley Strik Rial Democracy Norman Thomas John Hering

Suburban Engineer Submits to Subpoena Jumped to Death

Chief engineer of the Department of Decks, under subpoena to appear before the effecting committee, committed suicide today by jumping from a Broadway station. The incident occurred near the Round Ox station, leaving officials to investigate the motive behind the act.

Hief Department of Decks

Saloon Across From City Hall Sparks Local Attention

Cleveland brief notes a saloon located directly opposite City Hall as of July, highlighting a nearby business scene and community interest in downtown activity.

Cleveland the City Hall

Police raid leads to arrest of Ian near city hall

Police raided a location opposite City Hall and arrested a man named Ian. The incident prompted a trip to the county morgue for verification of details and next steps.

Ian

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