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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1930

Page

3

Death of Irvin Gorrell in Meigs County

Obituary notes Irvin Gorrell 43 of Meigs County died at his Jackson County home in West Virginia setting off a wave of bereavement. The item lists surviving wife and 12 children and traces visits, travel, and local notices including a marriage license issued in Middleport, a court case, and several local dignitaries and residents attending services and events around Pomeroy and Middleport.

Meigs County Irvin Gorrell Jackson County W . Stivers Pomeroy Linnie Terrell Rocksprings Johnson Mineapolis Claudie Cumings Joseph R Cummings F. W. Crow Riday George Schaaf Albert Fick Middlewort C. & Oim Philip Bruch West Harriett. Thomas Charlotte Burnell Middleport Columbus Pomeroy National Bank Hcense

Lewis Stump Fined on Assault Charge in County Court

Lewis Stump of Lubrig was fined 25 dollars and costs after pleading guilty to assault and battery at arraignment before Magistrate Carl H. Porter. In default of payment he was committed to Athens County Jail following arrest by Constable Harry Junod on an affidavit signed by Rupert Chesser Luhrig.

Lewis Stump Lubrig Costa Gail Carl H. Porter Thne Stump Harry Junod Rupert Chesser

Romanian minister shot during anti-Semitic unrest in Bucharest

A student, described as a Fascist opponent of Jews, forced entry into the Ministry of the Interior in Bucharest and shot acting minister Constantine Angelescu, likely fatally wounding him. The assailant, seeking revenge for government actions against Jewish disturbances, triggered rioting in Romania.

Romania Ministry of the Interior Bucharest Constantine Angelescus

Murray Church Anniversary Plans for 25th Year

Murray City July 26 plans completed for the twenty fifth anniversary of St Philip Neri Catholic Church. Mass at 10 am with Father Gavorini celebrant and Father Henry Kellerman to deliver the sermon. A chicken dinner at noon and lawn social in the afternoon to renew and form acquaintances with former members.

Murray City St Philip Neri Cathaent Gavorini Stephen Yantko Barton Julian Schaefer Sugar Grove Henry

County tax values to be cut in Washington County

Washington County auditors propose a blanket ten percent cut in real estate valuations for the 1931 tax duplicate. The plan would reduce annual tax revenue by about 50 600 and affect all subdivisions. Auditor McCauley cites drought driven below market sales and asks for State Tax Commission approval with proof of altered values.

Marietta Washington County Frank J. McCautey McCauley Chin State Tax Commission of Qhie

Faker in Paris Surrenders as Villanueva Impostor Unmasked

In Paris on July 24 a man claiming to be Loreano Villanueva surrendered in court after prosecutors linked his tale to missing funds at National City Bank's Paris branch. Police initially pursued Villanueva for ten days, suspecting the impostor based on photographs and questioning.

Paris France Loreano Vilanueva National City Bank Villanueva

Plane crash inquiry into Mexico City maneuvers

UPI reports an investigation began today into a July 25 air maneuver crash near Mexico City that killed four fliers and one person on the ground. Official inquiries focus on cause and sequence of events.

Mexico CITT UPI

Youth Injured in Mowing Machine Accident at Elsonville

Richard Adams, 14, son of Mr and Mrs Andrew Adams of Kimberly, was seriously injured Saturday when his left ankle broke and left foot was severely injured after getting caught in a mowing machine. He received initial care from Dr W H Byde and was later moved to Cherrington Hospital in Logan.

Elsonville Richard Adams Andrew Adams Kimberly W H 'Byde Cherrington Hospital Logan

Hudson Passes Nelsonville Interne to Dayton Boards

William E Hudson son of Mr and Mrs W L Hudson city intern at Miami Valley Hospital Dayton has passed the State Board examination and his certificate will be forwarded in a few days. Esther Class to meet Monday at Mrs Emmi Coohfayette Street for a picnic dinner at 6 40 clock. Scraps of society notes follow with relatives visiting Columbus Huntington and Detroit.

Nelsonville Ralph Powell Boston Maes Saulkmer Hospital L R Powell William E Hudson W. L. Hudson Miami Valley Hospital Dayton Esther Christian Sunday School Emmi Coohfayette Picn Elesonal John Lawnen Columbus John Johnson Gili Tthine Huntington Ruth Dorsey Aloss Bernice Cottrell Pittsburgh P. Ale Gue Hunter South Charleston Mim Chark Dodds Strake Sue James McManaway L. B Moore W. Va D. F. Wit Henry Lees Mayme Kepler William McMahon Hussom Charles Detroit Ti Rosser Marguerite Cook Fostoria Conservation League Harold Mechemee Mary Margaret Joe John Kiley Frances Jo W B Quigley Harry Hall Kathryn George Largent Mae Eckart E B Beard

Old Timers defeat Longstreth in baseball clash

In a Friday game at Buchtel the Old Timers beat Longstreth 6 to 3 as Mohney and Christian formed the veteran battery and Garner and Brooker pitched for Longstreth. A fourth inning rally shifted the advantage to the Old Timers who extended their lead later.

Nelsonville Longstreth Buchtel Mohney Christian Garner Brooker Carbondale Logan Murray City Chauncey Dr. Walker

William H. Jones Dies at 34 in Haydenville

William H. Jones, 34, Civil War veteran, died Friday at his son in law Willam Martin's home near Haydenville. Funeral services are set for Monday at Smith's Chapel at 150 o'clock with burial beside the cemetery. He leaves three sons and three daughters. The daughter he lived with, Mrs. Martin, died two months ago. A large circle of friends note the loss as relatives and neighbors extend sympathies.

Nelsonville Wwilliam H. Jones Willam Matin Haydenville Smith's Chapel Martin

World YMCA Conference to Visit America Next Year

The World Conference of the YMCA will be held in America next year for the first time. American boys are raising funds to cover half the expenses for 100 young men from 40 countries. The article notes strong swimming class attendance, a well maintained pool since opening, and praise for instructors Margaret Shafer and William Howe. Visitors have full privileges at Vacation Bible School activities and local baseball programs show strong participation, marking a record year for Nelsonville baseball.

Y. M.C A America Boys of America Margaret Shafer William Howe Bev Sinners Bible School Nelsonville

Veterans Pension Applications Open for Disabled Soldiers

Nelsonville July 26 W L Cooley commander Glenford Dugan Post No 228 says J D Adam service officer has received forms from the American Legion Depart ment to file pension applications for disabled World War I veterans. Any veteran with 24 percent or more disability may obtain a pension under the Act of July 3 1924 provided the disability is not from personal misconduct. The post offers help to all veterans regardless of Legion membership. Masel Lee has become a bookkeeper at Datchetts Oskley Insurance Agency Public Square. Mrs Charles Rittemeyer and son Charles returned to Columbus after visiting here.

Xelsonville W. L.’ Cooley Glenford Dugan American Legion J D Adam American Legion Department Columbus & Supply Act of Congress Veterans’ Bureau Cooley Nelsonville Masel Lee Datchetts-Oskley Insurance Agent Public Square

WILL RECOVER andl Me, Victor wi Te all weds, To Be in Hospital

A couple in a moonlight trip suffered a serious accident near North Neb. They are at a hospital and expected to recover, two weeks’ stay anticipated. Bella Knight and John Sill, relatives of the couple, traveled to the scene. wedding plans are interrupted. The Mat Guild and other local groups hold meetings at Mrs. Pritchard’s and Mrs. Adamson’s homes.

Victor Chester Sed Mira North Neb Bella Knight Ies John Sill Promaer Wee

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