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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1938

Page

5

U S To Vote Its Resentment in November Rally

George H. Bender Republican candidate spoke at Nelsonville High School accusing the New Deal of hampering business and calling for a return to normalcy. The event, organized by the McKinley Club, featured many state and county candidates and a Nelsonville band escort.

Athens Messenger Athens Ohio U. S Bender Nelsonville United States All America George H. Bender Cleveland McKinley Republican Club York Township New England Republican Party House of Representatives Congress of the

Lincoln National Life Insurance Company Certified for Ohio

State of Ohio Division of Insurance certifies Lincoln National Life Insurance Company of Fort Wayne Indiana complies with Ohio law for the current year. As of December 31 1937 assets 139 346 295.87 liabilities 133 346 395.87 net assets 6 000 000.00 paid-up capital 2 500 000.00 surplus 3 500 000.00 income 35 440 990.78 expenditures 25 933 061.82. Signed by Robert L. Bowen Superintendent.

State of Ohio Division of Columbus Lincoln National Life Insurance Company Fort Wayne Indiana Robert L. Bowen

Guardsmen Fly Here To Visit With Parents

Capt. C. D. Barnhill and Private H. A. Crawford of the Ohio National Guard flew from Camp Perry to Athens in an hour and 45 minutes. Barnhill visited his mother in Lodi Township and Crawford saw his parents in Nelsonville, taking off from Rowland Field at 4 30 AM for the return trip.

C. D. Barnhill H. A. Crawford Ohio National Guard Camp Perry Athens Barnhill Lodi Township Crawford Nelsonville Rowland Field

Kenneth Wood Dies on New Jersey Vacation

Kenneth D. Wood 77 secretary of the Central Ohio Paper Co. Columbus died during a vacation stay in New Jersey. Native of McConnelsville he belonged to a prominent Southeastern Ohio family and was a cousin of Mrs. F. W. Bush and Mrs. M. W. Sprague of Athens. A former Columbus Chamber of Commerce president, he had served 53 years at the paper company and was an Ohio State graduate of 1881.

Edward C. Turner Supreme Court Thomas J. Herbert David J. Lewis Gordon Gray Athens County Verner Metcalf M. C. Morrison Athens Arthur Day United States Senate E. R. King Thomas A. Jenkins Tenth Charles E. Wharton Kenton Jenkins TVA Don Ebright Kenneth D. Wood Central Ohio Paper Co Columbus New Jersey McConnelsville Ohio F. W. Bush M. W. Sprague Wood Columbus Chamber of Commerce Paper Company Columbus Country Club Ohio State University

Crossen Legion Post Plans Picnic Thursday

The K. T. Crossen Post of the American Legion will hold its annual picnic Thursday evening July 14 at Lavelle's Grove five miles west of Athens on U S 50 near Fisher Station. The picnic starts at 6 o clock with a picnic supper and after dark games in the electrically lighted grove. Preparations aim to serve about 200 people with Loren Connett Ray Duffee and Francis Lavelle on the committee in charge.

K. T. Crossen Post of The American Legion Lavelle

Surgeries Reported At Sheltering Arms Hospital

Major operations performed on Miss Myrtle Jones of Athens R D 2 and Mrs Hattie Vannest of Pratts Fork. Hart Courtney of Chauncey had a minor operation Saturday. Robert Mitchell of Athens R D 3 is under observation.

Sheltering Arms Hospital Myrtle Jones Athens R. D Hattie Vannest Pratts Fork Hart Courtney Chauncey Robert Mitchell

Lancaster man to be arraigned on drunken driving charge

Louis Schorr of Lancaster was to be arraigned today in Lancaster mayor's court on a charge of driving automobile while intoxicated. He was arrested by state patrolmen Saturday night.

Louis Schorr Lancaster Schorr

Broadwell Circuit Conference Set for Mt Herman

The Broadwell Circuit of the United Brethren Church announces a quarterly conference at Mt Herman on Wednesday night July 13 at 8 o clock. The gathering will discuss church affairs and upcoming activities with attendees from local congregations.

Broadwell United Brethren Church Mt. Herman

County Farm Bureau Meeting at Ames Bern High School

A county wide Farm Bureau meeting will be held at Ames Bern High School on Thursday evening July 14. L A Taylor will speak and a music program will be presented. Sponsored by District One chaired by F E Cone. Rural residents are welcome.

Farm Bureau Ames- Bern High School L. A. Taylor District One F. E. Cone

Ohio State Dean to Speak at Pomona Grange Meeting

Dean John F Cunningham of Ohio State College of Agriculture will address the Pomona Grange at Trimble Grange Hall on Saturday July 16 with a morning business session and an afternoon talk. Cunningham has led Ohio State's Agricultural College since 1932 and is a 1897 alumnus with a 1899 MS degree.

John F. Cunningham Ohio State College of Agriculture Pomona Grange Trimble Grange Hall Cunningham Agricultural College of Ohio State University Ohio Farmer Wisconsin Agriculturalist Farmer

Lawyer Club To Meet At Jacksonville July 14

A Jacksonville Lawyer-for-Governor Club gathering is set for Thursday night at 8 in the Odd Fellows Hall. Frank Davis president and Joe Judson secretary announced the event with Barney Sanders Orchestra providing music and ice cream served. Rome Grange also plans a Wednesday meeting at the Grange Hall with a prepared program and refreshments.

Lawyer Club Jacksonville Lawyer-for-Governor Club Odd Fellows Hall Frank Davis Joe Judson Barney Sanders Rome Grange Grange Hall

Personal notices of travelers and visitors in town

Mrs. L. C. Staats and her son Coover left for Lancaster Camp Grounds where she will teach Religious Drama and Pageantry during the first session returning next Sunday. 27 W. Hayden Shafer Frederick R. Shafer and Gene Chartrand of Detroit visited Mr. and Mrs. Fred C. Shafer and were joined by Mrs. Hayden Shafer and Patty Anne. Dick Hughes and Loring Connell Jr. left for three weeks vacation at Camp Nelson Dodd Blankhaven. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Davidson hosted I L Gage Dick Mary and David from Logan for Sunday. Dr. and Mrs. J G Smith and children left for a fishing trip to Lac Ste Marie, Canada.

L. C. Staats Coover Franklin Ave Lancaster Camp W. Hayden Shafer Frederick R. Shafer Gene Chartrand Detroit Mich Fred C. Shafer Richland Ave Patty Anne Shafer Dick Hughes Loring Connett, Jr Camp Nelson Dodd, Blankhaven J. G. Smith Court and Union Sts Lac Ste. Marie Canada

Marriage Meddlers A Sequel to Married Comrades

The narrator delays revealing a family plan to his mother in law while arranging for Hank to see a top medical specialist. Katherine helps coordinate, and the scene hints at tensions around secrecy within the household as Dicky and Hank’s wellbeing become central. The chapter continues with family dynamics and a hinted medical consultation.

Katherine Dicky Faith Graham Hank Bill Madge Sapphira Richard Henry

4 H Advisers To Hold Second Conclave Friday

Advisers of Athens County 4 H Clubs plan the second in a series of get togethers at the Athens Grange Hall Friday at 8 30. The first hour features games and stunts, then Dr James P Porter of Ohio University will discuss Understanding Our Youth. Refreshments follow.

Athens County Athens Grange Hall James P. Porter Psychology Department Ohio University Baughman Dailey Russell Porter

Three Speeders Fined on East State Street

Three men were fined five dollars each by Mayor Cliff Cornell for speeding on East State Street last night. The cited drivers were Bart Cook of Parkersburg, Stanley Norris of Nelsonville, and Jack Elbright of Athens R. C. They were arrested by Special Officer Carl Wilson.

E. State St Cliff Cornell Bart Cook Parkersburg Stanley Norris Nelsonville Jack Elbright Athens R. C Carl Wilson

Philathea Class Picnic Set by Christian Church

Philathea Class of the Christian Church plans a Tuesday picnic at the church at 5 30 p m. Attendees should bring their own table service. Mrs Etta Foster and Miss Rowena Sprout lead arrangements.

Philathea The Christian Church Etta Foster Rowena Sprout

Slimming pattern 4846 for Anne Adams fashion

The Athens Messenger advertises pattern 4846 by Anne Adams offering a yoke back front bodice design with a panelled skirt. Suitable fabrics include printed cotton broadcloth percale dimity printed rajah spun rayon with trims of braid bows or buttons. Sizes 34 to 48. pattern 15 cents book 15 cents, book and pattern 25 cents.

Anne Adams Athens Messenger Pattern Department W. 17Th St New York N. Y

New England Church To Have Home Coming

The New England Church and vicinity hold its annual home coming at the Presbyterian Church in New England on Sunday July 31. Forenoon events include Sunday School at 9 30 a m and a preaching service with a music and recitation program by children. Afternoon features music and talks by visitors. Rome Canaan High School Band will play outdoors. Old time singing and instrumental numbers are planned. Bring baskets and join the day. Former pastors and teachers urged to attend. Attendance at New England Sunday School on July 10 was 64.

New England Presbyterian Church In Rome- Canaan Old New England School New England Sunday School

The Albatross: The Largest Web-Foot Bird

The albatross is the largest web-footed bird. It spans vast ocean routes and soars on long wings. Its size and wingspan set it apart among seabirds.

Athens Republican Club Plans Thursday Rally at Eagles Hall

The Athens Republican Club will meet Wednesday night to discuss plans for an entertainment event and rally scheduled for Thursday, July 21, at the Eagles Hall. Advisory council, officers, and any attendees are invited.

Athens Republican Club Eagles Hall

Temperature Surges to 90 Degrees in Athens

The Athens area saw a high of 90 degrees yesterday with a low around 63 last night. Today noon readings reached 83 degrees as the day warmed.

Athens

Mrs Mansfield Hosts Faithful Few Club gathering

Mrs Doris Mansfield entertained the Faithful Few Club Thursday night with bridge prizes awarded to Mrs Bertine Bowles and Mrs Forrest Chism. Mrs Charles Zinn won a consolation prize and the mystery package. Two guests, Mrs Chism and Miss Marjorie Leonard, joined for refreshments. Members vote to suspend meetings until September.

Doris Mansfield, Stewart Sr Bridge Bertine Bowles Forrest Chism Charles Zinn Chism Marjorie Leonard

Church Members Plan Grove Cleanup Ahead of Home-Coming

Volunteers from McDougall Church gather Thursday afternoon to rake and tidy the grove in preparation for the annual home-coming. The ladies will provide supper after the work.

McDougall Church

Amesville Teachers Host Surprise Birthday for Miss Nellie Woolley

A group of Amesville teachers arranged a surprise party for Miss Nellie Woolley on Friday night. After a theater party in Athens, refreshments were served. Present were Miss Sadie Luckett, Mrs. Myrtle Vernon, Mrs. Hattie Inman, Miss Julia White, Miss Louise Linscott, and Miss Jessie Lortz.

Nellie Woolley Amesville Athens Sadie Luckett Myrtle Vernon Hattie Inman Julia White Louise Linscott Jessie Lortz

Temperance Play Casting at Lancaster Camp Grounds

Beatrice Kloepfer and others will appear in a temperance play at Lancaster Camp Grounds on Wednesday. The article notes that the United States accounts for 60 percent of the world's annual cotton supply.

Temperance Beatrice Kloepfer N. Court St Harry Hamer Freda Gillilan Vera Taylor Leonard White Conely Smith Lancaster Camp Grounds United States

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