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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1930

Page

12

96 Year-Old Wilson Moore Observes Birthday in Logan

Logan marks the 96th birthday of Wilson Moore the second oldest resident in Hocking County. He lives with daughter Mrs C H Keynes on South Market Street and enjoys reading The Messenger daily. Born in Sugar Creek Athens County he moved to Starr Township in 1844 and later retired to Logan. He says the world is moving too fast and praises past statesmen. He has four daughters Effie Ida Eleanor Moore of Hollywood California and enjoys good health.

Logan Wilson Moore Hocking County C. H. Keynes South Market Street Messenger Moore Mr. Moore Sugar Creek Athens County Starr Township Keynes Effie Ida Eleanor Moore Hollywood Cal

Memorial services in Laurelville with Judge Whitcraft as speaker

Memorial services were held in Laurelville with Judge Harley M. Whitcraft delivering the principal address at Community Hall. The service included music from the village band and featured Whitcraft urging observance of the law and steadfast support for national institutions. He noted the failure of some to keep the home fires burning for returning soldiers.

Nazarene Church to Dedicate New Building in Logan

In Logan on North Orchard Street the Church of the Nazarene prepares for dedicatory week. Rev. F B Frederick led growth from a small start to a sizable congregation and oversaw construction of the new structure. Evangelistic services and Bong and praise periods begin nightly at 7 with assistance from district officials and local pastors.

North Orchard Street Frederick C. A. Gibson Columbus J. W. Steen Junction City C. T. Corbett

Miss Eberst Honored At West Main Luncheon Bridge

Miss Freda Marie Eberst was feted Saturday at a West Main Street luncheon and handkerchief shower hosted by Mrs. Phil A. Henderson. Guests included Miss Marjorie Fox and Miss Ann Wellman, who received bridge awards, along with many local and visiting attendees from Columbus Gallipolis Montreal and other towns.

Miss Eberst Freda Marie Eberst Phil A. Henderson West Main Street Marjorie Fox Ann Wellman Bridge Eberst Ted Sawyer Henr Watson Donald Kammerlin George Watson Hazel Cooke Fox Marie Kleinschmidt Wilma Martin Mabel Brown Josephine Judy Kathleen Pettit Bernadine Eberst Cecelia Blasius Logan Jane Ambrose Columbus Rosella Schrader Gallipolis Kay McLain Montreal Canada Fred Matthews Centerbury John Walker Toledo Martha West R. B. Hansel Jacoles Jake Foreman Tom Phillips C. E. Kline J. H. Bowman Marie Bowman W. P. Heft Charles Brehm Bowman Ruth Erwin Matheny Phil Joe Canton George Preston Earl Struble Dan Struble

Two Fined Here Logan Intoxication Case

Logan June 8 William Lewis and C B Leasure of West Logan were fined $10 and costs each after arraignment before Magistrate C T Stephenson on intoxication charges. Deputies Farbearn and Harmond arrested them Saturday in a field near their homes where they claimed they were examining crops.

Moore bound over on abandonment charge in jail

William R. Moore Jr. is bound over to the grand jury under $800 bond after arraignment before Magistrate C T Stephenson. He remains jailed in Hocking County Jail in lieu of bond.

Logan Briefs Local Social Gatherings and Visits

Logan brief notes show multiple visits and hosting events. Centerbury and Toledo guests stayed with local families including the Hansels and Wests. Memorial Day visitors from Columbus and Canton shared meals and old time fiddling program with neighbors.

Memorial Day Observances Mentioned With Local Visits

Elmer Loomis of Union Furnace was noted to be a business caller in Logan on Monday as relatives gathered over Memorial Day.

Elmer Loomis Union Furnace Logan

Rockbridge Couple Married in Magistrate Ceremony

Lonzo A. Young a 21 year old farmer of Rockbridge and Clara Mary A. Yantes 18 at home of Rockbridge were married by Magistrate J P Miller. The couple is the son of Mr and Mrs William Young and the daughter of Mrs Lydia Yantes.

Lonzo A. Young Rockbridge William Young Clara Mary A. Yantes Lydia Yantes J. P. Miller

Flames Threaten Valuable Timber at Conkle Hollow District

A forest fire near Conkle Hollow District burned over an acre, believed started by a neglected campfire or dropped match. Ranger Reichley at Old Man's Cave led a crew to subdue the blaze while another camper started a fire nearby but it was stopped in time. Authorities warn visitors to exercise extreme caution and restrict fires to designated furnaces in park centers.

Logan Conkle Hollow Ranger A Reichley Old Man’s Cave Reichley

Harsh Family Hosts Memorial Day Cottage Reunion

Mr. and Mrs. Carl Harsh and their son Robert of Dayton entertained over the Memorial Day vacation at their summer cottage near Logan, inviting family and friends to join in a relaxed gathering and reunion.

Logan Carl Harsh Robert Dayton

Day on the Day Creek picnic at Old Man's Cave

Supt. and Mrs. Claggett and family of Oak Wood School in Dayton hosted guests Mr. and Mrs. John Dougherty and daughter from Dayton. The group enjoyed a picnic at Old Man's Cave on Sunday.

Jolly Six Cooks Club Elects Officers For Year

The Jolly Six Cooks Club met at Mrs. Bert Ingmire’s home on May 29 to organize for the coming year. Ruth Rheinscheid was elected president, Thelma McManes vice president, Mary Ellen Lagore secretary and treasurer, Madge Phillips news reporter, Ruth Ingmire and Ruth McManues recreation leaders. The next meeting is set for Wednesday June 11 at 7 PM at Ruth Rheinscheid’s home.

Jolly Six Cooks Club Bert Ingmire Ruth Rheinscheid Thelma McManes Mary Ellen Lagore Madge Phillips Ruth Ingmire Ruth McManues Ruth Rheinscheld

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