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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 30, 1941

Page

5

Three Health Films On Venereal Disease Shown At Ohio U

The Ohio University Health Service presents three short sound films on venereal diseases Friday at 1 30 pm in Memorial Auditorium. The programs titled With These Weapons Plain Facts and In Defense of the Nation explore syphilis gonorrhea and the impact of commercialized amusements. The films aim to educate the public and support national defense by promoting wholesome community remedies.

Memorial Auditorium Ohio University Health Service American Social Hygiene Association

Athens County Prosecutor Seeks Mandamus For Full 1941 Salaries

Athens County Prosecuting Attorney Harry A. Mettler files in Common Pleas Court a writ of mandamus to force County Commissioners to appropriate the full 1941 budgeted salaries for his stenographer and Secret Service officer and for office expenses. The action highlights mandatory appropriations and potential walkouts if funds are not restored.

Athens County Harry A. Mettler Common Pleas Court Cial Common Pleas and Juvenile Courts County Agricultural Society Mettler Francis White Arch D. Schulz Ohio Chamber of Commerce Ohio Chamber Ohio Charles Stratton John Hope Ray Bobo Court of Common Pleas Relator Secret Service

Wright Reports Ten Enrolled for Ross-Hocking Camp

Ross Wright, county extension agent, announces ten men from Athens and nearby have enrolled for the two day Ross-Hocking men’s camp set for August 2 and 3. The camp begins at noon Saturday and ends after Sunday supper with a registration still possible at the county extension office for a $2.50 fee if space remains.

Ross-Hocking Ross Wright Athens Vicinity D. C. McIntorf A. L. Jandes Ray Gilham Frank Pugh Lester Bailey Glen Pryor R. E. Wagoner Harry

Valley miners strike over vacation pay dispute

About 800 workers at three Hocking Valley coal mines walked out today over vacation bonus terms. Miners expect a twenty dollar bonus, but operators delay payments awaiting eligibility rules. Strikes were reported at Drydock No. 255, Carbondale, and Roseville Mine 52, with Chauncey Mine No. 25 voting on the issue.

Hocking Valley United Mine Workers of America Cleveland Drydock Coal Co Drydock Carbondale Coal Co Carbondale Oral Daugherty New York Coal Co Roseville Chauncey Mine No. 25 Daugherty

Bike Club Will Meet At Douglas Residence

Members of the Allendale Bicycle Club will hold their second meeting Friday evening at 6 30 o clock at the home of Harold Douglas on Hooper Street. Officers were elected Monday Harold Douglas president Eurless Hess vice president Helen Pennell secretary Glen Brooke treasurer Harold Bolin news reporter and Hope Hess recreation leader. The meeting was called to order by Betty Douglas who presided during the election. It was held at the home of Burless and Hope Hess. George Sanborn and Catherine Bolin also attended the meeting.

Allendale Bicycle Club Harold Douglas Hooper St Harald Douglas Eurless Hess Helen Pennell Glen Brooke Harold Bolin Hope Hess Betty Douglas Burless George Sanborn Catherine Bolin

Truck Driver Fined After Accident Tuesday

Everett T. McWilliams age 20 of Montrose Avenue was arrested by state patrol after an accident on Richland Avenue. He was arraigned before Mayor Cliff Cornell and fined $10 plus costs for reckless operation. McWilliams drove a Cline Ice Cream Co. truck that struck a parked car owned by Wade W. Burke on North Court Street. Paul Silvas of 205 East State Street sustained a sprained neck in the collision.

Everett T. McWilliams Montrose Ave Richland Ave Cliff Cornell McWilliams Cline Ice Cream Co Wade W. Burke N. Court St. Paul

Federal Examination Deadline For Mechanic Learners At Fairfield

A federal exam for mechanic learner positions was announced today. Employment will be at Fairfield Ohio with applications due by close of business August 1. The six month work experience pays 40 dollars monthly and includes lodging meals medical service at about 70 cents daily. Information and blanks available at Athens Post Office from J L C Kelley.

Fairfield Athens J. L. C. Kelley

Advance 4-H Club program held at The Plains meeting

Mrs. Florence Overly led the Advanced 4-H Club program at The Plains. Refreshments were served. Present were Doreen Harmon, Eileen Olson, Vadam Bricker, Betty Hill, Doris Neal, and visitor Eileen Ashcraft.

Florence Overly the Plains Doreen Harmon Eileen Olson Vadam Bricker Betty Hill Doris Neal Eileen Ashcraft

Clements' Tonic Promises Quick Vitality Boost

Advertised tonic targets weak tired men and women claiming to restore energy and vigor by building new rich red blood. It asserts rapid results within 10 days or money back and emphasizes improved stamina for modern life stresses.

Clements

95 Is High Mark in Athens on Tuesday

The mercury rose to 95 for the high in Athens Tuesday, four degrees below the 99 reached Sunday and Monday. Last night’s thunderstorm dropped it to 70, noon today 90 and rising. rainfall was .20 of an inch. Thunderstorms and cooler weather predicted for Thursday.

Athens

Stratton Thanks All For Aluminum Drive

Stratton thanks participants in the aluminum drive led by the Athens County national defense committee. He acknowledges Boy Scouts Girl Scouts 4 H Club members local officials donors with trucks and all others who helped.

Charles Stratton Athens County Collection For National Defense

Record crowd at Ath ens Livestock sale marks fourth anniversary

A record crowd attended the Ath ens Livestock Sales Co weekly sale, celebrating its fourth anniversary. Prizes include 15 dollars for the largest consigner, 10 dollars for the highest selling steer or heifer, and 10 dollars for the consigner with five or more cattle from the farthest distance. A 55 dollar registered heifer calf will be awarded to a deserving farm youth aged 8 to 15 to care for and show next year.

Athens Livestock Sales Co

Water Contamination Warns Swimmers In Local Rivers

Dr B B Backley health commissioner warns swimming in Sunray Creek and the Hocking River is extremely dangerous due to heavy contamination. Parents are urged to allow children to swim only in approved areas. Contaminated water may cause serious skin diseases.

Sunray Creek Hocking River B. B. Backley Athens City-County Backley Health Department

4-H Members Work on County Fair Projects

Fifteen members of the Hilarious Hemmers 4-H club met at Albany High School to continue projects for the Athens County Fair. A health examination for members was discussed for tomorrow at the high school. Refreshments were provided by Dorothy Robbins, Beth Daily, and Mary Van Dyke. The next meeting is set for Aug 5 at the high school.

Albany High School Dorothy Robbins Beth Daily Mary van Dyke

John Gwinn released from Sheltering Arms Hospital

John Gwinn aged 33 of Carpenter Street was discharged from Sheltering Arms Hospital today.

John Gwinn Carpenter St Sheltering Arms Hospital

Miller to Leave for Four-Week Denver Health Visit

Wesley Miller Athens supervisor of the NYA will depart for four weeks in Denver Colorado for his health. Denver is Miller's birthplace and he has many relatives nearby.

Wesley Miller Athens NYA Denver Colo Miller

Stand Firm Beightler Urges Buckeye Division Stay The Course

General Robert S. Beightler, commander of the 37th Buckeye Division, mails a letter urging soldiers to stand firm amid questions about continuing in service beyond one year. He warns of the potential impact on home life and emphasizes loyalty, duty, and the division’s proven record of excellence.

Camp Shelby Miss Robert S. Beightler Ohio 37Th “Buckeye 37Th Division 37Th Buckeye

Inflation Danger Cited By President

President Roosevelt warns that rising living costs and high profits threaten the economy and wartime unity. He cites 5 1 2 percent price increases since August 1939 and 3 1 2 percent since the year began, urging voluntary controls and shared responsibility to curb inflation and preserve morale.

Roosevelt

Loyal Sons 4-H Club Meeting Held at Leader Keith Scott’s Home

The Loyal Sons 4-H Club members will meet Thursday at the home of their leader Keith Scott.

Loyal Sons 4-H Club Keith Scott

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