Dodgers Move Into Second Place Defeat Bruins
Dodgers surge to second as Bruins fall while Giants drop two to St Louis Cards. McGraw returns to combative tactics, clashed with umpire Clark, sparking a suspension. Cards hit back with late rallies, Robins rise, Phillies and Reds split. Yankees sweep St Louis in doubleheader. Gehrig homers as Brown blanks Detroit. Boston wins on Rothrock single in 12th.
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Robins surge into second behind three-corner NL race
The Brooklyn Robins climbed to second place in the National League as they won in a brilli ant display near New London. The Cardinals and Giants are both pressed hard as the season heads into a ten day stretch with pivotal series against the Cubs Pirates Reds and Phillies. A Philadelphia note from AM Murphy highlights AJ Simmons as a key Athletics star amid tensions with Washington, recounting a heated incident with Marberry and a near brawl that underscored Simmons value and controversy.
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AM Murphy
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Marberry
Walter Johnson
Senators
Circulation and Classified Ads Notice
Romero y Bend-Meigs County correspondent notes circulation and classified advertising for The Messenger. Calls to John Sauvage at 58 6A Bartley, Stapf, and prompt submission of society and locals items are encouraged for timely publication.
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Bartley
STAPF
Columbus Man Fatally Hurt In Auto Collision
Seymoure Kimes, 55, of 787 East Livingston Avenue, Columbus, was fatally struck Sunday afternoon when he ran in front of a car driven by Howard Ebersbach of Pomeroy. He died in a Gallipolis hospital around 1:00 this morning after being badly injured, with a fractured leg and skull injury.
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Seymoure Kimes
Livingston Avenue
Columbus
Howard Ebersbach
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Gallipolis
George Howett
Kennedy Arch
Pomeroy-Athens Rea
Oil Receiver Clinger dies in Springfield after stroke
Pomeroy reports the death of J. B. Clingerman a Springfield resident and receiver for the Inter-Cities Oil Company. He had worked to restore the debt-ridden firm and had visited the local stations. The cause of death is not known by friends.
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J.B Clingerman
Springfield
Clingerman
Middleport
Inter-Cities Oil Company
Clinegerman
77 year old Angie Windon dies in Athens State Hospital
Angie B Whindon 77 died Friday night at Athens State Hospital after being sent there from Middleport eight years ago. Wife of Samuel Windor, maiden name Angie Roush, daughter of George and (Mrs) Roush Neese Settlement. A relative of the George Sayre family. Body brought to home county and to be buried Gilmore Cemetery near Neese Settlement Church 10:30 Tuesday morning. Also notes Kincaid, 5, broke arm in Middleport. arm set by family physician. child reported progressing well. Mr and Mrs Edward Gilmore of Columbus visited Pomeroy over weekend.
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Pomeroy
Angie B Whindon
Athens State Hospital
Middleport
Samuel Windor
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George Roush
Neese Settlement
George Sayre
Wille
Gilmore Cemetery
Iain Edwin Biull
T. H. Davie
Greenford
de Robert Joner Mora Hull
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Davis Fe
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Mra Ob
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Milton
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Mela
Lawrence Reed
Columbus
H. Stewart
Columbia
Misa Caroline Gerlach
Portsmouth
Ruth Humphrey
Dilsx Gerlach
Ohio University
Williams Syracuse School Consolidation Recalled
POMEROY July 20 The Meigs County School Board faces a delay in consolidating the Williams district with Syracuse schools amid fiscal concerns. Prosecuting Attorney Clark advised maintaining the current arrangement pending clearer financial implications. If changes occur, the Williams District may lack funds for the next school year. Prof Will Crow and Prof J W Frank were named to Meigs County Board of Examiners, replacing retiring members D B Williams and J C Gerby. the county superintendent remains the third member.
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Ios
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J. C. Gerby
Captain Tom Jones Exhibits Unusual Garden Plants
MIDDLEPORT July 20 An long standing neighbor dispute is settled as Captain Tom Jones 13 reveals a banana tree bearing fruit after four years. The tree blossoms hang downward then bend upward with protective leaves forming bananas pointing upward. Jones, who grows rare plants, also tends a lemon tree grafts, an apple with no seeds, and a new pest resistant variety. A gas well drilled seven years ago supplies two houses and feeds the gas company mains.
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Tom Jones
Captain Jones
Meigs County
Baneas
Jones
Saints Hold Lead In A A Flag Race
Saint Louis blues climb out of cellar with back to back wins over Columbus 12 to 11 and 3 to 2 to move into fourth in the American Association standings. Saint Paul splits with Indianapolis, Indians win 14 to 3 then Saint Paul takes 8 to 5, Louisville drops both ends to Minneapolis 3 to 5 and 12 to 2. Milwaukee and Toledo split, Milwaukee 14 to 10, Mud Hens 20 to 1 in six innings.
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Enrollment growth eyed for Pomeroy schools says Rhodes
Superintendent C. J. Rhodes predicts higher fall enrollment with about 1 035 pupils in classes this year and expects the coming term to match or exceed that figure. The district serves Pomeroy High School students from surrounding areas and plans to re locate seventh and eighth grades to expand capacity toward about seven hundred fifty total students if needed.
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C. J. Rhodes
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Baseball Sunday draws crowds in district play
Three fast county contests Sunday featured six teams. At Syracuse beach the Flanagan Flyers beat the Parkersburg team 6 to 3. Hobson outpitched Letart 7 to 5 at Hobson grounds. Crow’d Timers top Pomeroy Junior League 128 at Laurel City to raise funds for a district match in a country wide Legion sponsored baseball competition.
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Back After 30 Years Parr Returns To Chester Township Home
Pomeroy July 20 P Parr who left Chester Township 30 years ago for Washington state is visiting with his children. He visited the old home place and did not recognize it, remarking the yard seemed much smaller after years away. After several days the party will travel to Washington DC then along the Atlantic coast to Florida and return home by the Southern route.
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State of Washington
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Baker Victor Wins Directors Cup at Athens Country Club
Baker Victor defeated Earl Beckley one up to win the directors personal trophy tourney at Athens Country Club Sunday. Beckley finished three strokes higher with 178. Baker led early and maintained advantage through the final round as Buckley’s late surge fell short. In semi finals Baker beat Butch Grover three and two. Beckley eliminated Harry Beckley. Mixed foursome tourney at the Country Club Sunday saw Mrs Georgy Rutkoehi and partner win with 84 gross, 2-stroke handicap. Joe Bers and Edna Way were second with 108 gross, 0 handicap. Art Smith and Butch Grover played in a pro amateur at Washington Country Club, but did not finish among leaders, carding 78.
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le C. Baker
Athens Country Club
Earl Beckley
MB Roles Baker
Becchey
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Buckley
Butch Grover
Beckley
Harry
Georgy Rutkoehi
Country Club
Funday
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Edna Way
Bil
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Susan Barbour
Art Smith
Washington Country Club
Mariet
Sundey
National Mermaid Titles Divided At Outdoor Meet
A A U outdoor swimming meet last night split national mermaid titles among four athletes. Miss Hatene Mediaon of Seattle held a lone share of honors, while Miss Madison won four individual championships. Georgia Coleman of Los Angeles and Katherine Racha of Hollywood tied runners-up with others, and Mona Linanar Holm of the Women's Swimming Association, New York, also earned a share.
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A. A
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Halter
Get License To Wed Pomeroy July 20
Two wedding licenses were issued in Meigs County on July 20. Otto McGraw, 48, a Letart farmer, and Ruth Mer Cune, a Letart resident, were married by Justice E Titus. the bride had previous marriages. Gordon D Hughes, 26, Gallipelia, and Ince L Miller, 22, Long Bottom, planned to wed by a minister. Hughes is the brother of Howard Hughes, formerly with the Meigs County Auditor and now with the Secretary of State’s office in Columbus.
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Long Bottom
Howsard Hughes
Meigs
Eli Creger Dies Engineer on New York Central Railroad
Eli Creger an engineer on the New York Central Railroad died at his Gravel Hill home in Middleport after a long illness. A leading citizen and Knights Templar member he was born in Blout County Tennessee and will be buried there. his widow survives.
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New York Central Railroad
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Blout County
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Buris
Three Persons Jailed After County Jail Opens
POMEROY July 20 All day Saturday the county jail doors stood open but by night three occupants were jailed. Two Frazier brothers from Pity-Me face car pilfering charges, while a Meigs County girl’s complaint sent a third inmate from Belpre to the jail. CAMP MIDDLEPORT July 20 Mr and Mrs C G Bradbury and son Charles Aas plus about 90 relatives plan a camp at Farmers Landing Below Cheshire today with more friends joining for camp life. Farmers Landing is a popular spot for campers and swimmers along the river near Eight Mule Island.
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Ife
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Girl Operated On Middleport
Elizabeth Moore six daughter of Mrs Nan Moore underwent an operation Saturday at Dr Boteo s office for the removal of her tonsils and adenoids She is said to be getting along nicely at her home on Fisher Avenue.
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Elizabeth Moore
Nan Moore
Britain Upsets United States in Davis Cup Challenge Round
Great Britain defeated the United States three matches to ten to reach the Davis Cup challenge round against France. Key matches saw Wood win over Perry, Shields fall to Austin, and the U S team struggle as England gained momentum on European courts. The result ended US hopes and set up a final against France.
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Bunny) Avstin
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Red Birds Box Scores Highlight Regional Visits and Sales
MPIGS COUNTY residents and families are noted in social items from Pomeroy and Middleport. The column lists Miss Thelma Grinstead visiting Hartford and Columbus, relatives camping on the White River above Racine, and a house goods auction for Mr and Mrs D Oscac OConnell at The Old Inn in Pomeroy. Other notes mention Miss Mavel Hysell and Owen Finn heading to Columbus for work, Miss Edith Schreiner and Kathryn Hawkins returning to Columbus, and multiple visits between Columbus and nearby towns.
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Tre Old Inn
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Middleport
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Owen Fini
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Edith Schreiner
Kathryn Hawkins
Misa Reynolda
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Brie
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Lawrence Horden
Niles
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South Fifth Avenue
Pe. Pleasant
Kate Somerville
E. Matthews
Grant Street
Sara Jones
Cap
Golfers Tie Columbus In Hot Public Links Final
Willowett Dayton and Rill Hoyt Columbus shared the title in the hot Public Links finals played at Columbus and Dayton. Hoyt led with a late 72 after Willowett opened with 72, each finishing strong amid a day of dense competition.
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Pi—Haneaia
Ohio
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McGraw Suspended by NL President For Abusive Language
At St. Louis on July 2, 1920, John McGraw was suspended for three days after insulting an umpire during a heated protest. Giants manager and New York club president Heydler confirmed the action, with McGraw denying the charges and maintaining the suspension would be served.
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