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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1929
Page
2
Mrs Lucy Downing and Miss Alpha Somerville received word that their sister Mrs Frankie Phillips died in Kell. Phillips was one of seven children of Mr and Mrs Davis Somerville six daughters and one son.
Middleport council met with all members present and postponed final action on curb lighting. A committee was appointed to confer with the Southern Ohio Electric Light Company on cost and report next meeting. Rotary representatives attended in support of curb lighting. The session adjourned at the mayor’s call. Also, the Dorean Society hosted a Baptist Church Dorcas covered dish on the Boice lawn with 50 to 60 attendees.
Miss Esther Chambers visits Columbus with Mrs. Welch and James Major. Mr Major returns home from weeks with relatives while Mr Welch stays in Columbus. Miss Chambers returns with her father from a Michigan fishing trip. Helen Williamson of Pom eroy Precinct visits here with Mr and Mrs J C Fisher. Mrs R B Hysell of Zanesville visits in the Hy sell home. The Chambers family and relatives from Columbus attend Marietta visits. W GB Major and family and friends travel to Parkersburg and Gallipolis for medical and family matters. Detective Otto Phillins from Columbus visits relatives here. Mrs E A Branon of Weston WV arrives to stay with Mrs E A Reed.
In Pomeroy on July 17 Edward Ebersbach bought a $25 000 river coal tipple and equipment for 200 after the Pittsburgh Coal Company abandoned the Bend asset. The structure, once a major coal mover, will be dismantled or relocated as part of the new Main Street highway project.
The Rev W G James of the Baptist Church departs for Cleveland to visit family and inspect business interests while his wife and daughter plan a trip to New York State. Phiathean Society meets next Friday with host Mrs Louis Burford. In Pomeroy workmen begin removing a brick storefront front to install a modern facade for Louis Seyfried's two story block building.
A July cablegram from Miss Ann Jenkins in Paris to her mother Mrs. Elizabeth Jenkins reports a pleasant ocean crossing. The message notes Miss Jenkins travels with a Cleveland group of college girls and teachers touring Europe, and that she is well.
Lawrence Hudnall aged 19 months died here late Monday from bowel trouble. The funeral was held from the local church at 10 AM with burial in Wells Cemetery, conducted by Finstewald undertaking firm.
Syracuse July 17 Miss Julia Carleton sister of Judge J B Carleton is in a Columbus hospital for treatment. The judge visited her Sunday and reports she is progressing well and will soon be brought back home
A fragment notes Mr and Mrs Philip Meijer and family visiting Logan from Pomeroy to spend Sunday with Mrs. Frank Metric. It mentions Meier sister and Meigs County Jail population dropping to four, with sewers planned on Main Street and workers paid 49 cents per hour. An arrest by Columbus police flier George F Sisson is described involving Octa Neighborsall of Downington. Probate Judge’s office at Courthouse referenced.
Jeva M Vonsehriltz 71 a village blacksmith died at his Letart home yesterday He was born in Dexter Meigs County and had resided in Letart for some time The body will be taken to a polis likely tomorrow for burial
A full size electrically operated manikin called Alee attracts large crowds at the Ohio Ponce Company office window. The lifelike figure performs many human actions but cannot talk, drawing attention as it moves within the display.
A young rider rode away on a motorcycle owned by Arthur Thoms, fleeing along a block end then speeding from pursuers. Sheriff and Pomeroy officers tracked the suspects to Coolville where three youths were captured and jailed, with names Pantree et al identified.
Miss Jean Jin a Chinese student from Aurora College Aurora TM will speak at the Quakdale Church Friday night The public is cordially invited to attend.
Plans for Mai Street cement project require removing three and a half feet from the sidewalk to achieve a 27 foot width. The cut will affect over a dozen awnings and narrow frontage near the Do Geyer property. Geyer threatens a $6000 damages suit if work proceeds amid protest. Work began yesterday with surface water sewer trenching at the point.
George McFarland, a Civil War veteran from Rutland, died Monday night six weeks after a fall from a hay bed that left him seriously injured. Survived by sons John and Jurrell and other children, funeral at 2 o'clock Widneedar with burial in Miles Cemetery.
Pomeroy plans to create space for 211 additional automobiles above the river near the ferry landing during low water season. The project stretches from the ferry landing to Ovyeamerr Street, about one square in length, with a wall and willow removal along the bank.
In Goloustenm July 17 deputy grand master H M Jones from 1 city will preside as officers are installed by Charles Thomas Lodge 1 GO F at Jacksonville during a regular meeting on Friday night Harold Y of Jacksonville will serve as installing officer with Magic Cy Lodge 3 co 0 1 of this city supporting the ceremony
Marvin Wolfe seeks divorce from Victoria Wolfe after 45 years of marriage. He alleges desertion over three years and requests dismissal of her dower rights in shared real estate. Sheriff to locate Victoria in Meigs and Athens counties for service.
POMEROY July 17 The Pomeroy Council met Monday evening with little public attendance. The discussion centered on a proposed occupancy franchise from a Chicago utility. The Foundation Community, described as wealthy, seeks a 50 year franchise and a full mains installation under street work requirements.
Errett Smith of Bishopville and Ora Gray of Hattiesburg were wed last Thursday at the Church of Christ parsonage in Hattiesburg. They honeymooned to Giloxi then drove to Bishopville, planning to reside there.
Mrs. Zee B. Herrold, Trimble postmistress, arrived safely in Sydney Mines Nova Scotia for a vacation. She traveled by way of Columbus, Cleveland, Buffalo, Montreal and Truro, and is visiting Mrs. M J Simpson, former Trimble resident.
The council plans to take up the rate franchise matter at the next regular meeting and will consider it within the next sixty days. This decisive step follows ongoing reviews and discussions among council members.
Ralph Windsor of Middleport has been appointed to a position in the Workmen's Compensation Department of the Cooper Administration with headquarters in Akron. He left yesterday to assume his new duties. Mr. and Mrs. Windsor are active Meigs County Republicans and stay alert to party interests.
Middleport July 17 Ed ward Spooner underwent a minor surgical operation Tuesday morning at his residence performed by Drs F E Maag and Manning Daniels His daughter Mrs W S Spafford arrived Monday evening and will stay a few days until her father is out of danger Nurse in charge is Mrs Errett Russell.
Yale announces an eight coach staff for the 1929 season led by head mentor, with the aim of broadening training and development. The arrangement expands coaching personnel across positions and units to enhance team performance.
Glouster July 17 announcement of a home coming at the Lewis School three miles east of Trimble on Sunday August 4 invites former tenence pupils and descendants of the pioneer Lewis and related families. The Lewis, Shepard, Falconer, Wyatt, Alderman, Cary, Wagner and Shaner lines are named with later associates listed. organizers expect many old families to attend.
July 17 meeting at 5 30 PM at Mrs R B Smith home for a pot luck supper hosted by the Standard Reavers group.
Glouster July 17 TPostmaster H F Hambel of this city is in Columbus attending the annual convention of Ohio State postmasters.
Mr and Mrs FE Morrison of Jacksonville announce the birth of a nine pound daughter Bonna Sue born last Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. I. S. Falls hosted Sunday at their Bishopville country home their son-in law and daughter Mr. and Mrs. Hal Chapman of Coolville and their daughter Mrs. Jed F. Witle and son of Athens.
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