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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1938

Page

8

Hocking Primary Campaign Enters Final Phase Activities Increase

Logan reports a surge in campaign activity as candidates hustle for votes in Hocking County. Democrat hopefuls including Howard Brooker lead a parade with Murray City High School Band while rivals Anthony Cook and Emanuel Wolfe tour rural areas. Auditor candidate J L Foraker canvasses the county, with S T Lyke Everett Jacoby and J P Hurley gaining momentum. Republican Dr Walter E Brehm returns from a hospital and seeks the nomination amid a field including Walter North and Carlos J Brashares. McKinley Republican Club and Republican Women plan a joint “candidates night” with state, district, and county candidates present.

Logan Hocking County Howard Brooker Murray City Anthony Cook Emanuel Wolfe J. L. Foraker S. T. Lyke Everett Jacoby J. P. Hurley Columbus Walter E. Brehm Walter North Carlos J. Brashares Cleveland Ohio State American Bar Association McKinley Republican Club Republican Women's Organization

East End Sluggers Edge Central Giants 9 7 In Finals Push

East Enders defeated the Central Giants 9 to 7 in a tight Junior League game decided in the final innings. Cecil Scott started for the Giants and Trace Conrad for East End. Beans Fickel, in his first league game, scored two runs. Final practice game for the tournament team before they head to Columbus is Friday at 5 30 against Leonard's All Stars.

Logan East Enders Central Giants Cecil Scott Giants Trace Conrad Panthers Beans Fickel Columbus Leonard All Stars

Trio Pleads Guilty To Assault Charge

Merle Russell Clarence Russell and Charlotte Standiford appeared before Mayor Dallas Kinser to plead guilty to assault and battery against Fairy Conrad. Merle Russell was fined 10 dollars plus costs while Clarence Russell and Mrs Standiford were fined 5 dollars plus costs each. the alleged offense occurred Saturday evening with Lucius Conrad filing the charges.

Logan Merle Russell Clarence Russell Charlotte Standiford Dallas Kinser Fairy Conrad Russell

Logan Social Notes Roundup of Local Club Events

Logan notes summarize past Chiefs meeting at Mrs. Stracke home with a social supper and awards for Grace Michel and contest winners. Other attendees include multiple named members and a guest chief Mrs. John Bownes. August meeting planned at Mrs. Augusta Brights home. Also reports a bridge party hosted by Mrs. Charles Notestone with prize winners and gifts for Lulu Yocum and birthday celebrant H M Whitcraft. Duplicate Bridge Club met at Mrs. Clarke’s home. Fern Glen School reunion set for July 31 at Rock House with basket dinner. John Allen travels to Columbus due to Willis A Allen’s death. Knights of Pythias held a meeting with a follow-on refreshment period.

Nora Fred Stracke Grace Michel Charles Bright Joe White Edward Miller Emanuel Wolfe Jesse Gabriel Lewis Reynolds Tom Phillips Lucy Nill Walter Leonard Augusta Bright R. B. Hansel James Martin Amos Ellinger Charles Mack Stracke John Bownes Charles Notestone W. Hunter St John Lee Warren Bright Lulu Yocum H. M. Whitcraft Yocum Mechanicsburg M. H. Cherrington Craig Fern Glen School Rock House

U. S. Citizenship Petition Filed by Logan Resident

Logan resident Jacob Herzog filed an application to become a United States citizen after living in the country since 1873. Born June 10, 1870 in Longol Switzerland, he believed he was a citizen since childhood until a 1936 inquiry revealed he had not been naturalized. Herzog, living in Logan over fifty years, had thought his father deceased, and his long residence led to the timely filing.

Logan Jacob Herzog United States Mr. Herzog Longgol Switzerland America

Bob Shaw Shuts Out West End Terrors 5 0

Bob Shaw pitched a three hit shutout for the Chamber of Commerce team in a Logan Soft Ball League game Wednesday night. The 5 0 win over the West End Terrors featured only one extra base hit a double by Jimmy Shultz. The Terrors replaced the Logan Merchants who withdrew to play games with out of town teams.

Logan Bob Shaw Chamber of Commerce West End Terrors Chapman West Enders Jimmy Shultz Terrors Logan Merchants

Logan Hocking County Lawyer Club Plans Friday Meeting

Members of the Hocking County Lawyer Club arranged a short meeting at the American Legion Hall on Friday evening. The gathering is set for 8 p.m. at the hall.

Logan Hocking County Lawyer Club American Legion Hall

Maccabees Arrange Picnic at Ash Cave

Logan Ohio Maccabees tent and hive organize state picnic at Ash Cave on Sunday July 31 with entertainment and games. Supreme Commander Thompson Detroit Great Camp Commander Bill Schwarz Toledo Great Record Keeper J B Yaw Columbus attend. C W Brinkley leads local planning for an event expected to attract several hundred members.

Logan Queen City J. B. Yaw Columbus C. W. Brinkley

Local Homes Undergoing Exterior Updates

Logan Ralph Walker on North Spring Street is repainting his recently remodeled residence. Miss Jennie Beougher’s North Street home is being repainted. A brick veneer is nearly finished on Gabriel Building front on West Main Street. George Christmann’s two family apartment on North Street is being repainted.

Logan Ralph Walker N. Spring St Jennie Beougher North St Gabriel W. Main St George Christmann

Lancaster man sent to Ohio Penitentiary for non-support

Harry Weakley Logan of Lancaster was jailed at the Ohio Penitentiary after Deputy Sheriff Nellis Smith transported him from Logan. He was brought in on a capial charging non support and had prior court appearances before the sentence took effect.

Logan Harry Weakley Lancaster Ohio Nellis Smith

Harden Firm Makes Several New Changes

In a Wednesday transaction Frank W. Harden resigned as secretary treasurer of the H W Harden Co and is no longer connected with the firm Lawrence Han moved the Buick agency to the H W Harden Co will serve as secretary treasurer and become manager of that firm Frank W Harden has taken over the Be Soto Plymouth line and will operate at 580 W Hunter St Alton Frasure formerly with H W Harden Co will join Frank W Harden The changes became effective today

Alton Frasure H. W. Harden Co Frank W. Harden

Many Senior Youths Will Attend Camp

A large delegation of Senior Youth from Hocking County will travel to Ross Hocking Camp on Saturday to join peers from southeastern Ohio counties. The group will be transported by the Bowers Bros. truck under Hugh Little, with listed participants including Mary Blum Ruth Rheinscheid Ruth Keck Leonard McKinley Josephine Keck Lucille Kenley Krinn Paul Wharton Margaret Stone Evelyn Ruble Margaret McBroom James Guthrie Paul Keck Mary Risch Merle Primmer Harriet Guthrie Frances Vanatta Loren Schorr Carl Griffith Frances Funk Richard Carpenter Paul Woltz Paul Carpenter Carl Evans and Joe Carpenter.

Logan Hocking County Ross-Hocking Camp Young m Ple Ohio Bowers Bros Hugh Little Mary Blum Ruth Rheinscheid Ruth Keck Leonard McKinley Josephine Keck Lucille Kenley Krinn Paul Wharton Margaret Stone Evelyn Ruble Margaret McBroom James Guthrie Paul Keck Mary Risch Merle Primmer Harriet Guthrie Frances Vanatta Loren Schorr Carl Griffith Frances Funk Richard Carpenter Paul Woltz Paul Carpenter Carl Evans Joe Carpenter

17 Farmers Attend Agricultural Meeting

Logan report shows 17 farmers present at the courthouse Tuesday evening for an agriculture outlook meeting led by James R. Smoot. The discussion focused on wheat, including wheat insurance and wheat loans. A similar Laurelville meeting Monday drew a limited attendance.

Logan Agriculture Outlook James R. Smoot Laurelville

Hospital Notes Reports on Local Patients at Cherrington

Logan Vaughn Collins of Murray City was admitted to Cherrington Hospital Wednesday evening in serious condition. Mrs. John Kelso of Nelsonville shows slight improvement after a transfusion. Roger Mowery of North Mulberry Street had a tonsil removal operation on Wednesday. John A. Fickel is resting well after a major operation last week.

Logan Vaughn Collins Murray City Cherrington Hospital John Kelso Nelsonville Roger George Mowery N. Mulberry St John A. Fickel

Not So Modern Logan Cart Draws Crowd

Mrs Maude Williamson and her daughter rode into Logan on a two wheel cart drawn by a horse. The unusual sight in these days of autos drew attention as they shopped in the city.

Logan Maude Williamson

Social News From Trimble Heights Area

Mrs. Rodney Phillips hosted a Sunday gathering at her Trimble Heights farm with many friends and relatives. The Nichols reunion drew 43 attendees at Carl Phillips’s farm, including multiple Nichols families and others from Trimble, East Branch, Waterford, Columbus, and Congress Run. The Ferndale Sunday School reported 33 attendees and a preaching service announced for July 31.

Trimble Heights Rodney Phillips Trimble R. D W. M. Phillips Caldwell Lewis Reed Sam Phillips Betty Dickerson Wellston Harold Phillips John Gillett Jacksonville Otto Duncan Trimble Hazel Campbell Bart Pettit Millfield Reena Duncan Dayton Rodney Campbell Glouster Wayne Fierce K. T. Fierce Nichols Carl Phillips Charles Nichols Joe Antle Bobby Lee Beverly W. W. Nichols Nickey Margaret Lou Columbus C. E. Phillips Nellie Lou Don Sprague Reta Welch Elnor Smith Elouise Smith Congress Run Saynes Smith Waterford Clarence Sprague Rex Marlene Marietta Ferndale C. FE. Phillips Chas. Nichols

Birth of Nancy Jean Potts in Lancaster

Mr and Mrs Orvan Potts announce the birth of an eight pound daughter Nancy Jean at a Lancaster hospital on July 20. The baby’s grandfather is Benton Potts of Lower Plains.

Chauncey Orvan Potts Etta Mae Beebe Lancaster Nancy Jean Benton Potts Lower Plains

Protest of Veterans Exclusion Delays Grave Job Project

A WPA grave registration project in Hocking County faced a delay after objections that no former servicemen were assigned. Thirteen workers were sent from the Athens District office to Logan to organize the effort, but organizers stated the project targeted white collar labor and excluded veterans. Ewald Schmitter urged placing the project under veterans, with no outcome announced that day.

Logan Hocking County Athens Ewald Schmitter

Kiwanis Outing at Hocking Valley Golf Course

Logan Kiwanis members enjoy an afternoon and evening gathering at Hocking Valley Golf Course with grounds donated by management. The committee provides no advance program details. Supper is served at 6 o clock.

LOGAN Logan Kiwanians Hocking Valley Golf Course

Commissioners Install Pine Planking at Courthouse Lawn

Workers laid new pine planks along the courthouse lawn curb completing the job on Wednesday. A wire runs near the seating edge to deter vandals from damaging the boards.

LOGAN

Logan Legion Delegates Return From State Convention

Logan American Legion and Auxiliary members who had been in Cincinnati since Sunday for the state convention began returning home Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning. Delegates from the local post supported Eli Jensen who was elected state commander for the coming year.

Logan American Legion Cincinnati Eli Jensen

Fainting Incident At Local Pool Sparks Brief Commotion

At the city pool on Tuesday evening a woman collapsed in the water and was aided by two companions who helped her to the pool deck where she recovered quickly. Identified details were not released by authorities.

Logan

Revival in progress at Riverside Tabernacle near Harper Run

Revival services continue under Rev. D. M. Scott. He will preach at 2 PM Sunday at the Old Union Church on Bailey Ridge near Rockbridge.

Logan Riverside Tabernacle Harper Run D. M. Scott Old Union Church Bailey Ridge Rockbridge

Euchre party in New Straitsville sponsored by St. Augustine Church

On Monday evening August 1 the young ladies of St. Augustine Church host a euchre party in the K of P Hall starting at 8 o'clock. The event will feature card games followed by refreshments and dancing.

New Straitsville Young Ladies of St

Fierbaugh Rites Held by Chauncey Pastor Tuesday

Funeral services for Stella Vere Fierbaugh age 63 of Ashland Ohio were held Tuesday at 2 30 p m in the Ashland Church of Christ with Rev Gilbert Courtney and local singers leading the service Burial was in Ashland Cemetery Survivors include husband O S Fierbaugh two sons Lloyd and Emmett and two grandsons Roger and Norman one sister Mrs B R Sanders Athens and several nieces and nephews attended from nearby towns

Chauncey Stella Vere Fierbaugh Ashland Ashland Church of Christ Gilbert Courtney Church of Christ Frank Brown O. S. Fierbaugh Lloyd Emmett Roger Norman B. R. Sanders Athens Herman Fierbaugh Greens Run Jessie Chalfant Hilma Chalfant Trimble Nelle Ogg Virgil Fierbaugh Jackson Donald Sanders

Reverend Courtney resumes preaching at Greens Run Chauncey

Reverend Gilbert Courtney will resume preaching at Greens Run at 9 30 a m and at Chauncey at 10 30 a m on Sunday July 31 after a seven month absence. He will also speak at Taylor Ridge 9 30 a m and Trimble 10 30 a m on August 7. No afternoon or Sunday night services. The schedule was set at Greens Run by church boards with eighteen members present.

Chauncey Gilbert Courtney Church of Christ Greens Run Taylor Ridge Trimble

Juniors To Play CHAUNCEY Millfield Junior Baseball Schedule

Juniors under manager Delbert Tedrow will host Happy Hollow at Millfield park on Saturday at 5 p.m. They will play Buchtel at Millfield park on Sunday at 2 30 p.m. Next Tuesday at 5 p.m. Millfield Junior faces Deanville at Doanville.

Chauncey Millfield Delbert Tedrow Happy Hollow Millfield Park Buchtel Deanville Doanville

Mrs Tillie Hashman Returns Home After Surgery

Mrs Tillie Hashman wife of Earl Hashman is back home in Chauncey after a major operation at Sheltering Arms Hospital Athens. Her recovery is described as satisfactory this week.

Chauncey Tillie Hashman Earl Hashman Sheltering Arms Hospital Athens

Sunday School Class Honors Ethel Sweeney

CHAUNCEY Isabel Courtney's Sunday School Class of Junior Girls in the Church of Christ held a farewell party at Mary Helen Sweeney's home on High Street Tuesday afternoon from 1 to 3 to honor Ethel Sweeney who is leaving town. Ina Jane Cunningham and Jean Nye led games. prizes were given and a gift presented to the honored guest. Attendees included Jo Ann Leiber Jane Cunningham Dorothy Robinson Virgene Nye Pauline Agin Beulah Mae Shields Peggy Shields Betty Banfield Ethel Sweeney Mary Helen Sweeney and Isabel Courtney.

Chauncey Isabel Courtney Church of Christ Sunday School Mary Helen Sweeney High St Ethel Sweeney Ina Jane Cunningham Jean Nye Jo Ann Leiber Jane Cunningham Dorothy Robinson Virgene Nye Pauline Agin Beulah Mae Shields Peggy Shields Betty Banfield

Millfield Girl to Return Home After Operation

Bonnie McClellan age 12 daughter of Mr and Mrs Fred McClellan near Millfield underwent a serious surgical operation at White Cross Hospital Columbus and will be returned to her home here in a few days.

Millfield Bonnie Fred McClellan Near Millfield White Cross Hospital Columbus

Coolville Personal And Social Mention

Mrs Elza Guthrie of near Alfred is a guest for a few days of Mrs Ella Haning and brother Charles Flowers at their home on W Rock Street. Robert Harris and W D Miller of the Department Store were in Cincinnati Sunday. Mrs Riley Dye and daughter Evangeline and Mr Vernon were Friday guests of Mrs Alda Larson. Ernest Travis and Mr and Mrs Verlyn Travis of Washington DC visited with their parents Mr and Mrs W E Travis. They came to see their son Roger spending the summer with grandparents. Mrs Lillie Heyd returned home after three months in Akron. Mr and Mrs Alva Harper brought their daughter Carol home from St Joseph Hospital Parkersburg. Basil Staten of Portsmouth was guest of his mother Mozelle Staten. Mrs A E Lawrence and Miss Majel Lawrence with Miss Laura Bailey and Miss Francis Hatch were dinner guests of Mrs Hoobler and Mrs Barth. Miss Lawrence is pursuing a Master’s degree at Ohio University and will visit relatives in Minnesota afterwards. Mrs Lillian Flinn visits Portsmouth with sister Leora Wharff.

Coolville Elza Guthrie Alfred Ella Haning Charles Flowers W. Rock St Robert Harris W. D. Miller Cincinnati Riley Dye Evangeline Vernon Alda Larson Ernest Travis Verlyn Travis Washington, D. C W. E. Travis Roger Lillie Heyd Akron Alva Harper Carol St. Joseph Hospital Parkersburg Basil Staten Portsmouth Mozelle Staten A. E. Lawrence Majel Lawrence Clarksburg W. Va Laura Bailey Francis Hatch Athens Hoobler Barth

Bridge owners offer to sell structure to Ohio

Gallia County officials report that owners of the West Virginia Ohio River Bridge propose selling the structure to the state of Ohio for about one million dollars. Plans for a Gallia County bridge commission to take over administration have been abandoned.

Gallipolis State of Ohio Gallia County Ohio River

Gallia Times Sold to New Local Owners

The Gallia Times of Gallipolis has been sold to Charles Barnett of Gallipolis Samuel Simmons of Pt. Pleasant and associates. They take possession Aug. 15 and plan to expand the paper. Barnett and Simmons will also publish The Citizen and continue work with The Athens Messenger. The Hurns will represent major city papers and edit the Ohio DAR News.

Gallipolis Gallia Hurn Athens Messenger Ohio Dar News

Thief Steals Bible From Stillwater Justice of the Peace

Stillwater justice of the peace O C Whipple laments a Bible theft from his office urging the thief to read Scripture daily. The remark follows Whipple’s own interrupted routine of daily Bible study. The piece also notes that staring straight ahead while driving causes eyestrain and quick fatigue on long trips.

Stillwater Okla O. C. Whipple Justice of the Peace Whipple

Northwest Territory Celebration Plans Contests and Floats

Gallipolis outlines early day contests rail splitting ox team pulling wood chopping log rolling weaving and carding with prizes for kettles quilts spinning wheels and more. Local organizations may enter floats in Monday parade to honor early settlement as part of the Northwest Territory celebration.

Gallipolis Northwest Territory

Mrs Gordon in critical condition after Caesarian at Holzer

Mrs Mary Tabit Gordon wife of Fred B Gordon remains critical in Holzer Hospital after Caesarian operation. Hospital authorities say no hope for recovery is entertained.

Gallipolis Mary Tabit Gordon Fred B. Gordon Holzer Hospital

Betz Divorce Granted for Alleged Neglect

Gallipolis reports Mrs Lotta M Betz has been granted a divorce from James E Betz on her allegations of neglect.

Gallipolis Lotta M Betz James E. Betz

Haze Markin Granted Uncontested Divorce in Gallipolis

An uncontested divorce decree is granted to Haze Markin from Marion Mark in Gallipolis Ohio. The court orders restoration to her maiden name Lane.

Gallipolis Haze Markin Marion Markin Lane

See Progress On Plan for Rural Power

Gallia County progress on electrifying the southwest area with about 300 miles of wiring. County Agent R R Starbuck and John C McNealey report a favorable prospect for completion in early fall. McNealey notes nearly 100 miles more lines in service than last year and rising farm demand for indoor and outdoor electric light and power.

Gallipolis Gallia County R. R. Starbuck John C. McNealey Columbus and Southern Ohio Electric Co McNealey

Two Women Jailed On Charge of Theft

Two East Gallipolis women Marie Hall 21 and Nora Leach Sigler 19 are jailed under $200 bond each after a hearing before Magistrate Fred Milliser on stealing a car belonging to William Birchfield of Middleport. The automobile was recovered uninjured at a Kananga dance resort and the women were taken into custody.

Gallipolis East Gallipolis Marie Hall Nora Leach Sigler Gallia County Fred Milliser William Birchfield Middleport Kananga

Gallipolis Native Charles Gilmore Dies in Toledo

Relatives learn of the death in Toledo Oregon of Charles Morgan Gilmore a Gallia County native. A brother W L Gilmore of Eureka and sisters Miss Gothard Mrs Houck and Mrs Call of Bladen survive. He leaves two sons and a daughter in Greenfield Ohio where interment will be held.

Gallipolis Toledo Ore Charles Morgan Gilmore Gallia County W. L. Gilmore Eureka Bessie Gothard Miami Houck Sarah Call Bladen Greenfield Ohio

Arrest in Columbus after wife files non support charge

William Jackson is jailed in Gallia County awaiting a hearing after his wife filed a non support charge in Columbus. He is held in the Gallia County Jail pending court action.

Gallipolis Columbus William Jackson Gallia County

Gardner Sando wed in Ky with Gardner family present

Gallipolis notes report the marriage of Louise Gardner to Amos L. Sando of West Milton O performed by Rev W T Williams in Catlettsburg Ky on Saturday July 23 The couple Honeymoon at Niagara Falls New York City and Washington with sister Mary Gardner present.

S. G. Gardner Louise Amos L. Sando West Milton, O W. T. Williams Catlettsburg Mary Gardner Niagara Falls New York City Washington

New Farm Agent To Assume Duties Sept 1

Gallia County hires Everett G. Royer as its new farm agent succeeding R. R. Starbuck who leaves to join Rio Grande College. Royer, born near Coshocton in 1909, is a Ohio State agricultural graduate of 1932 and has held interim positions advancing agricultural leadership in Ross County.

Gallipolis Gallia County R. R. Starbuck Rio Grande College Everett G. Royer Ross County Royer Coshocton Ohio State University

Otter Shot Off Monterey Coast Draws Fire

A rare sea otter was killed by a long range rifle off the Monterey coast. The animal is one of a herd prized for pelts valued at $1,000 each and protected by law against hunting.

Monterey Cal

New Swimming Pool On High School Property Near Completion

Gallipolis WPA project on school grounds nears completion as painters prepare green sides and aluminum bottom for the new pool. A central fountain with three saucer structures sits above water, with dressing rooms, showers, and terraced terrain under construction. No opening date is set, while locals watch daily during hot hours.

Gallipolis WPA

School Reunion Set for August 13 in Gallia Jackson Areas

The seventh annual Shaffer Whitt Roach Cambria School district reunion will be held August 13 in Parish Grove between Centerville and Oak Hill. D H Jones of Oak Hill is president and leads a committee that plans a program after morning social hours and noon dinner.

Gallipolis Gallia Jackson Shaffer, Whitt, Roach Cambria Parish Grove Centerville Oak Hill D. H. Jones

Church Plans School Gallipolis Vacation Bible School

Paint Creek Baptist Church under Rev. B. R. Reed will run a three week Vacation Bible School. Teachers include Mrs. Frank Price, Mrs. Frank Washington, Mrs. Harold Hogan, Isabelle Scott, Annette Peppers, Louise Casey.

Gallipolis Paint Creek Baptist Church B. R. Reed Frank Price Frank Washington Harold Hogan Isabelle Scott Annette Peppers Louise Casey

Astrological Forecast Spark for Writers and Promoters

The Stars foretell a lively day with activity in letters writings publishing and promotion. Old and new matters attract profitable deals amid potential misunderstandings with elders or institutions and a romantic or adventurous social life. Employment looks favorable for prosperity and a child born today may show keen versatility and ambition.

Mrs Nora Sigler Held on Mortgage Furniture Charge

Nora Sigler of East Gallipolis is jailed in Gallia County on $500 bond after a hearing before Justice Fred Milliser. Complaint filed by a local merchant accuses her of selling mortgaged furniture.

Gallipolis Nora Sigler East Gallia County Fred Milliser

Duncan services held for Mrs Isabelle Duncan in Heights

Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Heights West Virginia for Mrs Isabelle Duncan 72 a former resident of Gallipolis where her daughters Mrs Fannie Eads and Mrs Florence Eads still reside

Gallipolis Heights W. Va Isabelle Duncan Fannie Eads Florence Eads

Davey Makes Hour Address In City Park

Gov. Martin L. Davey spoke for an hour in city park urging a third term. He blasted the C S and his primary opponent Charles M. Sawyer while outlining his qualifications. Elmer E. Caldwell introduced him and over a hundred state highway and WPA workers greeted him. He passed through Rio Grande and Centerville en route to Jackson.

Gallipolis Martin L. Davey C. S Charles M. Sawyer Davey Elmer E. Caldwell Rijo Grande Centerville Jackson

Chauncey Church Meeting and Lodge Initiation Tonight

The Chauncey Official Board of the M E Church meets at the church at 7 30 tonight. Forest Rose Rebekah Lodge in Chauncey plans initiation at the meeting tonight with a potluck supper. Guests visiting included Mr and Mrs Thomas Sampson of Burr Oak and Mr and Mrs Leslie Bryson with daughters Joy Ann and Doris of Floodwood.

Chauncey M. E. Church Thomas Sampson Burr Oak Ter W. D. Hines William Whyte Detroit Paul Shay Jacobs Ave Leslie Bryson Joy Ann Doris Floodwood Forest Rose Rebekah Lodge

Woodstock Boys Try Carp vs Fish Feats

Ontario youths in Woodstock challenged carp against fish such as muskellunge northern pike tuna and tarpon by tying a carp to a dog’s leash. The carp revived after being struck and pulled the dog back into the water, proving surprising resilience.

Woodstock Ont Ontario

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