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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1939

Page

2

Nelsonville Eagles Lose Haddox and Whyte to Injuries

Nelsonville manager Ward Phillips reports two regulars out. Morris Haddox fractures a foot and sprains an ankle, while Mead Whyte suffers a wrenched knee and ankle from a Crooksville game slide. Captain Harry Chesher calls a team meeting at 8 tonight as eleven try for five spots on the degree team.

Nelsonville Cincinnati Reds Ward Phillips Nelsonville Eagles Morris Haddox Eagles Mead Whyte Crooksville Haddox Harry Chesher

Nelsonville Sportsmen Ease Plan for Mine Pond Park

Forty Nelsonville Sportsmen's Association members voted to lease the Sunday Creek Coal Co. mine pool for one dollar a year to develop a fishing center and recreational park. Plans include raising water levels, clearing brush, and building a cabin. Roach of the Ohio Conservation Department will supervise restocking with fish. The group opposed the Barkley Anti-Pollution Bill and urged postcards to lawmakers. Pheasant eggs were distributed for hatching with several successful releases reported.

Nelsonville Nelsonville Sportsmen's Association Circle Hill Sunday Creek Coal Co Lee Roach Ohio Conservation Department Roach State Conservation Department State Department Barkley National House of Representatives J. J. Mansfield House Rivers and Harbors Committee House Washington, D. C

Greys Defeat Camp Nelson in Twilight League Thriller

Nelsonville Greys beat Camp Nelson 6 to 3 to rise to third in the Twilight League standings. Winning pitcher Woodson threw a near no hitter through five and carried a four-run first inning behind errors and free passes by Camp Nelson. Spence and Medley worked two and a half scoreless innings each as Camp’s Corwin was hit hard early. A large crowd was expected for Carbondale vs Brooks Shoes later, a rain‑shut game previously.

Nelsonville Nelsonville Greys Camp Nelson Woodson Camp Boys Corwin Greys Spence Medley Carbondale Brooks Shoes Nelsonv'le Greys Brhe Walters Stubbe le Pere Winnsesssees Bumgarner Patton Fiege Endinchann Thompson, Rf Shuttleworth, Lf Ogewi D. Seuccccemen Jatewere

District Initiation Set by Athens Eagles Aerie

Nelsonville reports the first district initiation of the year for the Eagles will be Friday in Athens with expected large attendance. Athens Aerie shows strong prospects with a state worthy vice president and plans for a new building. Nelsonville’s Four Horsemen aim to regain district leadership. A stag picnic is planned Sunday at Stouts Grove near Floodwood, same site as last year’s event, with more summer and fall plans to be announced.

Nelsonville Eagles Athens Athens Eagles Athens Aerie Four Horsemen Ray Walker Bobby Green Frank Kirk Theodore Culp Athena Stout's Grove Floodwood Lewis Farm Aenue

Birds to be released after eight weeks on Coakley farm

On the Lon Coakley farm a nest burned completely. Birds will be released at eight weeks under the supervision of Game Protector Swartz.

Lon Coakley Farm Swartz

Friendship Class Meeting Friday at Shafer Home

The CHAUNCEY July meeting of the Friendship Class of the Church of Christ will be held Friday night at Clifford Shafer's home on Mound Street. Hosts and hostesses will be Clifford Shafer, Andriew Simpkins, and Reena Simpkins. All class members are urged to attend.

Chauncey Church of Christ Clifford Shafer Mound St Andriew Simpkins Reena Simpkins

Surprising Day Ahead With Romance and Risks

An active day is forecast with lunar and mutual aspects signaling possible changes and new associations. Ventures may bring romantic adventure but several dubious angles warn of fraud and hidden plots. seek counsel from elders and exercise caution in contracts and papers. A child born today could show high originality and inventive spirit.

Nelsonville Martha Class Meeting Social Notes

Mrs Rose Cook Mrs Frank Allen and Mrs Elmer Bays hosted the Martha Class of the Methodist Church on Tuesday evening July 11 at Mrs Cook s home. Devotions were led by Mrs J M Hyde with group president Mrs Miles Howe presiding during the business segment. Program leader Mrs Pete Shough introduced Miss Bessie Stephenson in accordion solos and Mrs Shough added two vocal numbers. The annual picnic is planned for Tuesday Aug 1 on the C D Shafer lawn. During social hour the hostesses served refreshment to 14 members and two guests.

Rose Cook Frank Allen Elmer Bays Martha Methodist Church J. M. Hyde Miles Howe Pete Shough Bessie Stephenson Shough C. D. Shafer

Dance series aids city pool project in Red Men Hall

Seventeen members attended WBA Review No. 240 at Red Men Hall. County recorder Georgia Kilpatrick spoke and was well received. Fifty couples enjoyed the first dance for the city pool plan, held on the tennis courts under floodlights with recorded music. Proceeds fund pool equipment. Ed ward Sharp and Mrs Nelson Dowler were chaperons. Gifts from Edward Sharp and Ted Mc Daniels. Next dance date to be announced later.

WBA Review No. 240 Red Men's Hall Georgia Kilpatrick Edward Sharp Nelson Dowler Ted McDaniels

Gadburys Visit Buckeye Lake and Columbus Guests

Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Gadbury are guests of the latter's brother at Buckeye Lake. Mrs. C. G. Kreppel, Miss Corinne Kreppel, and Raymond Kreppel spent Tuesday in Columbus.

W. 8 Gadbury Buckeye Lake C. G. Kreppel Corinne Raymond Kreppel Columbus

WBA Juniors Set Annual Picnic at Twin Lakes

The WBA Juniors will hold their annual picnic Monday evening at Twin Lakes. After the picnic swimming will be enjoyed.

WBA Twin Lakes

Past Chiefs and WCTU Hold Picnic and Meeting

The Past Chiefs Association held their annual picnic with 10 members attending, starting at 10 30 a m and touring Cantwell Cliffs Rock House for meals. The Women's Christian Temperance Union met at Mrs Faye Howard's Robbins Road home with 3 new members joining and plans to raise the Centenary Fund.

Past Chiefs Association Cantwell Cliffs Rock House Women’s Christian Temperance Union Faye Howard Robbins Road Sam Starkey Kate Blake WCTU Fanny Williams Therusaders John Williams Walnut St

Keplar and Wallace Plead Guilty on Intoxication Charges

Clem Keplar and Overton Wallace pleaded guilty at arraignment in Mayor C. G. Dew's court on intoxication complaints. They were placed on probation for 90 days.

Nelsonville Clem Keplar Overton Wallace C. G. Dew

Chauncey Starts Patch Work on Routes 13 and 33

Chauncey Division of Highways began patch work to prep Routes 13 and 33 within Chauncey city limits. After patching, bids will be invited for the resurfacing of the streets.

Highway Division Chauncey Division of Highways

Chauncey Dinner Hosts Detroit Visitors and Local Gues ts

Miss Olive Brook entertained Sunday with a chicken dinner complimentary to Mr and Mrs Hurst Monte and daughter Jacquelyn of Detroit who spent the weekend visiting relatives in Chauncey. Other guests included Mr and Mrs Guy Brookins and daughter Thelma Jean, and Mr and Mrs Howard Brookins and Mr and Mrs Floyd Brookins of Athens.

Chauncey Olive Brookins Hurst Monte Jacquelyn Detroit Guy Brookins Thelma Jean Howard Brookins Floyd Brookins Athens

Mrs Lucille Shay Confined After Fall At Home

Mrs Lucille Shay wife of Paul Shay of Chauncey has remained at her Mill Street home this week recovering from injuries suffered in a fall Monday. Her mother Mrs Albert Mees of Pomeroy has been visiting.

M. E. Church Class Holds Meeting in Chauncey

Esther Chauncey class of the M. E. Church met Monday night at Mrs. Graté Stalder home with Mrs. Agnes Tarleton leading. Next meeting in two weeks will be at Frances Harvey’s. A birthday shower for Grace Stalder. prizes to Ruth Bridgewater Jimmie Webb and Lizzie Harvey. Lizzie Harvey won a mystery package. Hostess served refreshments to listed attendees including Dorothy Stalder daughter.

Chauncey Esther M. E. Church Bertha Border Ruth Bridgewater Ann McClanahan Gertrude Carter Leona Cunningham Lizzie Harvey Frances Harvey Mary Stalder Agnes Tarleton Jennie Webb Lillian Sweeney Lucille Grandstaff Nell Jordan Grace Stalder Dorothy

Farm fall injures Chauncey-Leroy Brown with broken rib

Chauncey-Leroy Brown, resident near Millfield with grandparents Mr and Mrs A L Brown, suffered a broken rib Tuesday in a threshing machine fall. He received medical aid at Dr C N Sanders’ office.

Chauncey Leroy Brown A. L. Brown Millfield C. N. Sanders

Minersville Social And Personal Notes

Minersville social items note visits and funerals. Mr and Mrs Will Guinther and others visited Velma Grueser for Mrs John Guinther’s funeral in Pomeroy. Frank Amberger and family came from Barberton for the funeral. Hugh Daniels newlyweds move to Racine. Charles Withrow’s sister and mother visited Centerville West Virginia. Glenna Rummel leaves with Epworth League group from Pomeroy for Lancaster.

Minersville Will Guinther Paul Guinther Joe Jackson Smithers W. Va Velma Grueser John Guinther Pomeroy Frank Amberger Barberton Henry Amberger League Middleport Lancaster Walter Baer Nora Nye Charleston Rollin Bobe Letart Miss Gretta Brown Toledo Dayton Cincinnati

Nelsonville Benefit Party Rescheduled by Daughters

The Daughters of America announce a benefit party moved to Friday night at IOOF Hall starting at o o clock in Nelsonville instead of Wednesday as earlier stated.

Nelsonville

Birthday Party Honors Mrs Fannie Martin in New Pittsburg

A birthday gathering celebrated Mrs. Fannie Martin’s 84th at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Rube Sweeney. Attendants included Richard and Raymond Martin families, Earl, Rex, Gene Dale, Carol Dean, Carolyn Louise Martin, several Martins and Sweeneys, plus Hashmans and Stockers, with Forest Jean Lanning and Merna Dunning among granddaughters.

New Pittsburg Fannie Martin Rube Sweeney Raymond Martin Earl Martin Betty Norma Rex Gene Dale Ernest Martin Everett Dutch Martin Gerald Martin Carol Dean Carolyn Louise Martin Frank Cook Forest Jean Lanning Merna Dunning Roy Martin Clifford Martin Ethel Jack Jimmy Betty Sweeney Bertha Hashman Virginia Aldean Myrtle Hashman Jonn Stocker

FASTEETH Makes Dentures Sit Firm With Comfort

FASTEETH precipitates a firmer denture hold through an alkaline powder that is pleasant to taste and non acidic. Sprinkle on plates to improve eating and speaking comfort while eliminating denture odor. Available at any drug store.

Chauncey District Social Notices Highlight Local Visits

Chauncey area social items report Barbara Noland daughter of Mr and Mrs Joe Noland ill at home near Chauncey. Mrs Dan Friedberg and party including Miss Lena Wilson Max Wilson and Dorothy Wilson visited Mrs Cora Davis at Taylor Ridge. Ralph Richardson of Stewart visited sister Hollis Stalder in Chauncey Mill Street Tuesday.

Chauncey Barbara Joe Noland Dan Friedberg Sor Stanley Lena Wilson Max Wilson Dorothy Elaine Wilson Cora Davis Taylor

Class to Meet Chauncey at Church of Christ Tonight

The Men’s Class will gather at the Church of Christ for outdoor games including horseshoes followed by a devotional and business meeting. Rev. Stanley Jeffrey of Athens will be the guest speaker.

Chauncey Church of Christ Stanley Jeffrey Athens

Birth of Son Frederick William Hannings at Bailey Run

Mr and Mrs Alfred Hannings announce the birth of a son named Frederick William at their home in Bailey Run near Chauncey. He was born on Tuesday July 11 with the family awaiting relatives and friends.

Chauncey Alfred Hannings Bailey Run Frederick William

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