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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1927
Page
5
Society items describe William White visiting Pomeroy, Mrs. Fuller and son heading to Columbus, business trips to Detroit and Pontiac, a Central avenue M. E. church Bishop class gathering, and numerous visits and parties. Families, towns, and personal trips across Athens and nearby cities populate the column.
Charles P. Worrell died at his Columbus home after a 15 month illness. The Dayton banker and former Zanesville National Bank cashier moved to Columbus four years ago. Survived by widow Ruth Mougey Worrell, who had been a faculty member at Ohio University.
One hundred inmates at Cook county jail began a week of bread and water after two bandits who turned state's evidence were beaten by fellow prisoners. The attackers could not be identified and other inmates refused to name ring leaders, leading to a general punishment for the section.
July 26. A tip led to the arrest of Jackson police officer J. F. Montgomery and three others on liquor law violations after a state prohibition officer posed as a stranger seeking a drink and triggered the probe.
James W. Stuber of Columbus, noted big game hunter, writer, and wildlife conservationist, is appointed ranger of the Ohio division of the Woodcraft League of America by Ernest Thompson Seton. Stuber also serves as secretary of the League of Ohio Sportsmen.
Carrie Cooper of Union was arrested for threatening in a menacing manner. Joseph Carsey filed the complaint. Examination was waived in Justice Carl Porter’s court and bond was set for appearance in Athens county Common Pleas court. Constable Dalton served the warrant.
Three white men from Hamilton Alabama were jailed in Jasper awaiting arraignment on assault charges against Mrs R J McClure 20 and her husband. They were walking from Colorado Springs toward Miami Florida when offered a ride by Herb Wells W Fowler and D W Burleson. After a short ride the men stopped to change a tire and attacked Mrs McClure in nearby woods.
St Louis Browns president Phillip D Ball announced plans to overhaul the team after admitting a season loss of 110000. He cited star first baseman George Sisler as a disappointment and said several other players had long trials without producing.
The United States Golf Association announced pairings and starting times for the qualifying round of the national public links championship to be held next week at Ridgewood Golf Links in Cleveland.
Charleston July 27 A R Percy Tetlow president of the West Virginia union miners lost an arm in a recent automobile accident. The operation was performed late yesterday. Tetlow was director of industrial relations of Ohio under Gov Harry L. Davis.
Habeas corpus proceedings by Dr. J A Malone against Elmer T Doolittle and Bell Doo ligle over custody of Marjoria and Frances Malone were set for August 3 in Athens county Probate court. Affidavits filed charging Charles Tippie with beating a minor set for August 5.
An open forum of the Kiwanis club heard F. A. Danford describe a YMCA camp for young men at Fort Ancient and propose a Muskingum valley project. Co B Dillon spoke of a Sandusky Kiwanis Lions joint meeting where R. W. Dunlap and Congressman Begg attended.
A. H. Chute announced a club committee decision to hold a picnic for members and families at a conveniently located site near Glouster. Dates and final arrangements are delegated to Chute and his committee. Mrs. Grover C. Howick of Celina attended as pianist and was later adopted as a member.
Funeral services for Mrs. Winner of Congress Run will be held at the home Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock in charge of Rev. Courtney of Chauncy. Burial will be made in Sands cemetery at Trimble. Mrs. Winner was 79 years old and leaves four children John McKeesport Pa Clarence Congress Run Edward Columbus and Mrs. Bessie Babbs Mt. Vernon.
Chauncey July 27 Mrs Nancy Winner 75 longtime Chauncey Trimble resident died yesterday at her son Clarence Winner’s home near Trimble She born in Chauncey lived in Chauncey and Trimble cousin of Joan Shafer H B A Courtney Hoyt Courtney sister of John Eden The Plains widow of John Winner four children Funeral at 1 30 pm Thursday at Clarence Winner home Trimble conducted by Rev Gilbert Courtney burial in local cemetery
Class Four of the Nazarene church Sunday school at The Plains reorganized with Ruth Darnell elected president, Gladys Culver vice president, Maxine Channell secretary, and Clara Stalder treasurer. Other members Florence Bradshaw and Ed...
The class voted to change their flower fund to a love offering. The meeting opened and closed with singing and prayer. After the business session there was a social hour with refreshments. Members present included Gladys Culver Maxine Channel Ciara Stalder Florence Bradshaw Ruth Darnell Margaret Coon Mildred Culver Madna Brad Shaw and teacher Mrs Darnell.
Miss Ruth Fiske Sunday school class and Loyal Boys' group of the First Christian Church held a farewell party at Miss Margaret Johnson's home last evening. The gathering featured warm remembrances and best wishes for the departing members.
A gathering with games music and refreshments honored Wayne and Rita Smith on their departure for Athens. Attendees included Pauline Keck Bert Davis Doris Sams Faye Wels enbach and Orland Sams of Athens along with numerous neighbors and friends listed.
Mrs Rye Cunningham Chauncey entertained at her Main Street home on Sunday. Guests included Mr Sherman Cunningham Mrs Dora Watkins Mrs Homer Cunningham and son Montford and Mr and Mrs Rye Cunningham with children John Eileen and Cleo Marie.
The sixtieth birthday anniversary of John Shafer was celebrated last Saturday evening at his home at The Plains. The guvesta were his guests and friends.
An informal birthday celebration was held with Mrs Guy Brooking and family in attendance. Guests included Mr. Oteelem of Bingman and daughter Athena, Mr. and Mrs Chauncey, Mr. and Mrs Walter Arton of The Plains, and Mr. and Mrs Shafer with daughter. Cake and refreshments were served.
William Selby of Columbus visits the home of Mr and Mrs Gasriel Jr. Mr and Mrs Jaree spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Dailey. Harry Moore hosted a gathering with Frank Moore and others at Athens. Mr and Mrs F B Cook visited Mr and Mrs Hawk at Long Rus. Mrs John Vore was a guest this week at Mrs Ervin Vore at Plains.
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