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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1928

Page

3

Legion Chooses Delegates for State Convention

Nelsonville July 14 delegates and alternates to represent Genford Dugan post American Legion and the Woman's Auxiliary unit at the state convention at Columbus from August 19 to 21 have been designated. Tred Mulgan Garret Hoch Mrs R H Jeenson Mrs J D Adamson named delegates and Miss Danny Vulan Mrs P B Vertty alternates. To meet Nelsonville July 14 the will meet at 2 as a clerk at the MED church Mrs Charles Monks devotion leader and Mrs Ret ta Howe in charge. hosts Mrs Ligabuth Green Mrs Marvy Mugs Byron Phillips host.

Nelsonville Genford Dugan Post American Legion Woman's Auxiliary Columbus Tred Mulgan The Legion Orl Garret Hoch Aunlary R H Jeenson J D Adamson Danny Vulan P B Vertty Cc. T. l WEET Nfplsonvills Wee Lr L MED Church Charles Monks Willle Devotion Vider Retta Howe Ligabuth Green Marvy

Suspected flues in child incident shocks small town

An incident last night ended with a father finding his nine year old Carmel Sesa asleep in a troubled scene. Police report unclear details but describe a driver in the upstairs bedroom and a pricefully quiet home. Investigations continue to determine what happened and any charges may follow.

Eliland Carmel Sesa Wis

Flora Morris Dies in Corning After Sudden Illness

Nelsonville notices Flora Mage Morris dies at her Corning home Sunday evening. Funeral at Corning United Methodist Church Monday at 1 pm conducted by Rev Moore and Rev Ld L Worrell. Burial at Greenwood Cemetery. Mrs Wesley Hink informed her niece's death. Morris had spent time with her aunt in Nelsonville.

Nelsonville Wesley Hink Flora Mage ‘Morris Corning Miss Morris Reisonville Corning M DG Moore Ld L Worrell M 1 Grcenlinn Nelsonille

Nelsonville Concert Delights Citizens On July 14

Nelsonville residents enjoyed a fine concert by Logan musicians who played several numbers in the public square on Thursday evening. The group had been slated for Murray City on July 13 but arrived a week early, a fortunate mix up that pleased local listeners. The event showcased skillful performances and drew a large, appreciative crowd. Also noted is a Methodist church meeting at 7 PM with Mrs Wie, Mrs Julbus, and Mrs Hochman hosting the reception in the church parlors.

Nelsonville Logan Murray City

Churches cooperate for vacation classes in Nelsonville area

In mid July church groups from Nelsonville and surrounding communities plan a three week vacation school program. Miss Irene Vill Domvalle and Miss McDowell lead Baptist and Presbyterian efforts with pastors from Methodist and Christian churches coordinating activities. Bible instruction stories health talks and handwork will be featured for children ages 5 to 16. The Nelsonville school opens July 14 under church auspices and runs three weeks ending August 17 with sessions in Trevedensville Sugir Creek Happy Slowlgown and other local sites.

Pisonville Sls Nelsonpotts Alist Nusonville School Garet Cook Mes Midith Stlers Nelsons Ile Monaday Presbyterian Board of National Missions Sugir Creek Happy

Court House Doings LN COMMON PIULAS COURT

Court records detail bond reduction in a Blower vs Coil case to 20000 by Judge Worstell in Athens County Common Pleas. A defendant company receivership issue in another case was granted, and two divorces were dismissed. A crime case saw suspects plead not guilty to unlawful acts with bonds posted, tied to a local school area investigation.

LN Common Piulas Court Snoth B. Blower Hisylsanta Coil Company Athens Common Pleas Court L. G Worstell Athens National Bank John LC Jones iMcii Out Company Iissue Reuters Grant Jterdry Peter Cosstad Frances W Meighen Lagans Giil EL Meighin

Probate court reviews estate of Linkey Wolfe in Athens county

The probate court session included a recount of payments and property distributions in the estate of Linkey H Wolfe, with a final charge allowed. Augustine D Selby will admitted to probate, real estate located in this county, and appraisals noted. Various legacies and exemptions listed, with details on executors and heirs. Personal mentions list residents visiting relatives across multiple cities.

UV Wolfe Linkey H Wolfe Athens Augustine D Selby Woaisne Williams Wayne County

Stouts To Meet Neelsomville Scout Troop

Scout master Lewis Powell of troop No 145 announces a meeting on Monday July 1 at 6 30 pm to register for camp. Other matters of importance will be considered.

Veterans of three wars form Bettman club in Athens

Nelsonville July 14 veterans from three wars travel to Athens to help organize a Bettman for Attorney General club in the county led by Gilbert Bettman Cincinnati attorney and ex serviceman He declined pay and spoke at Glenford Dugan post dedication of a new memorial building in Nelsonville with praise for his qualifications. The Workers class of the Christian Sunday school met at Mrs Bertha Barber home with 20 members and 4 guests followed by refreshments. Miss Mae Linton hosted a bridge party for Miss Mildred Milliken with prizes for top players and several guests attending.

Schoelner Kathryn Graham Cleveland Schoelners Pp. A. Graham A H Dixon Torning Wyoming Nelsonville Albany Dixon Wasi Lugene James Columbus Hoy Valkinburg Detroit Byron Phillips Dorothy Yisher Mis William Morgin Carrie McFall Logan Mac Bartlett Marietta Heverly Misa Luther Mise Cleveland Clarence Latrow Clark Spring Dayton Allintic J D Adamson Phe Richmond Washington DC New York City Pendleton John Blake Columbus C C Sharp I S McCune Harry Kelly Toby Travers Dave Burnell P. W. Hickman McCune C. R Robinson Garrett Hoch Frank Jackson J. D. Adamson Athens Bettman Attorney General” Club Gilbert Bettman Cincinnati War Chest Legion Glenford Dugan Christian Sunday School Bertha Barber West Washington Street Cora Davis Ina Knight Bertha Har~ Bet Clara Potts Bess “Higgins Fannie Willams Anna Bell Davis Mae Linton Mildred Milliken Bel- Inire Pla Miss Milliken Sigrid Tova Mary Parry Low

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