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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1929
Page
2
In Middleport on June 6 a farm team near Motidas slipped into riverbank mud as a bank caved in. One horse was recovered alive by afternoon, the second died after rescue efforts. A Burton auto derrick later hauled the survivor from the mire.
The Return Jonathan Meigs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Pomeroy on June 6 announced new officers led by Ruth J. McCrohn as vice president and Clara Hennessey as recording secretary. The chapter schedules a Flag Day outdoor basket picnic on June 14.
The Jones Gallia and Meigs Counties child welfare conference for next year will be held in Pomeroy. The Gallipolis meeting voted to host it Tuesday. Attendees included Judge J E Carleton and wife Harvey French and wife Harvey Eastmar Meigs County Children's Home superintendent N Wagner county schools superintendent and family Mrs G H Parker Sire FE M Nye Mrs Reibel and Rev Moenckhaus and wife.
Mr and Mrs David C Miller attend Culver Military Academy commencement marking a reunion of his 1924 class. They were in Chicago to participate in a radio convention and look forward to revisiting the old camps at Culver during this year’s meeting.
Middleport residents report the Philathea women of the Christian Church will convene Friday evening for their June gathering hosted by Mrs. Pery Graves and Mrs. A J Teaver at Mrs Graves home. A short program will be rendered.
W P Ohlinger and family returned to Columbus from relatives after Memorial Day. A large turnout of Women of the A Lodge attended a Gallipolis rally. Audry Fultz visits Columbus relatives for a week. Will Graham family in Bucyrus for ten days. Rosa Hysell informed of Arthur Winegar illness in Columbus. Grace Van Duyn visits grandmother Erma Van Duyn. Dr Lizzie Cheatham Fairbanks leaves for Marion then Pelee Island. R M Howell motor trip to Groy City pa to visit sister. C H Eichinger and family toured Columbus for church conference and sightseeing. E A Reed family back from Cincinnati and Oxford. daughter Nancy registered for next year.
The choir of the M E Church will present a musical play at the Knights of Pythias Hall on the evenings of June 18 and 14 with Mrs Kathryn Rousey directing.
The Women's Republican Club of Meigs County will conduct a two day School of Politics at Pomeroy High School Auditorium on June 1 and 2 0 from 10 a m to 4 p m. The program centers on American citizenship with Mrs Wilma Sinclair LeVan and Miss Bess Bowettary guiding sessions. A social reception will follow each day. All Republicans in the county are urged to attend.
Sheriff Willoch received a notice from the State Automobile Department that inspectors will patrol Ohio highways from June 15 to June 1% to check motor law infractions and teach safety rules. Focus will be on muddy plates and vehicles with only a single tag. such cars will be stopped and required to comply. State, county and municipal officers are asked to cooperate in this instructional campaign.
Janes McKenazie an employee at Dam No 24 was bitten on the ankle in his yard while wearing cut shoes. He felt a shock like an electrical jolt as the reptile sank its fangs and slipped away. He recovered quickly and continued work. the snake is not believed venomous.
Mrs. W DeVinney died Wednesday after a paralysis onset on Monday. She never regained consciousness following the stroke. Her sister Mrs Kite Larrimer and Mr and Mrs Robert McCoy with a Cincinnati baby are in attendance. She was in her 70s and had enjoyed good health.
The 4 H Knox Needle Club met at Picnic Grove School on June 4 in Albany. Members listed include Virgene Tewks bury and Louise Jourden with Bessie Beckley Rut Beckley and others. Mab Dickson leads, Virgene Tewks bury is president, Ida Mae Jeffers secretary, Louise Jourden cheerleader. Visitors included EP Ana Marcum, Mrs Bird, and Minnie Beckley. Next meeting set for Minnie Beckley's home on June 18 at 1 39 am.
Annual services of 11 Alfred Camp of Modern Woodmen of America set for Orange Christian Church in Meigs County Sunday afternoon. Rev. M. E. Charles of First Christian Church Athens will speak. Picnic dinner omitted. program remains otherwise standard. Members from Southeastern Ohio expected. crowd reaches into dozens.
Francis Oulmet a leading amateur golfer around Boston will be inactive for several weeks after undergoing a recent operation. He is known for competing in regional meets and enhancing local golf coverage.
The Ohio River at Pomeroy sinks to its lowest level in years to allow repairs at lock No 24 base. Sand bars reappear along the banks and the Middleport ferry Beverly rests hull high near the Mason City landing after drifting from shore.
Mary M Campbell 79 a longtime Pomeroy resident died Monday night in the East after an illness begun in February. She left seven children including John and Richard in Pomeroy and another son in Cincinnati. Grandson Charles Foss raised by her lives in Canton. Surviving sisters are Mrs William Specht of Denver and Mrs George Joachim of Charleston W Va. Funeral from Tomeroy Baptist Church Friday at ? o'clock with burial at Rock Springs Cemetery.
The Whatsoever Class holds its monthly meeting Friday evening in the Presbyterian Church assembly room. After circular activities a short program will be presented. Mrs Ben Gabba chairs the social committee. This will be the last meeting until September for fall and winter work.
A report notes Henry Mason, an associate of oil magnate Harry, faces four months in jail. The case involves a jury shadow and ties to Teapot Dome, with proceedings expected in the District of Columbia.
In a Portsmouth trial, Loche to Di stands accused in a murder linked to his former wife and mother-in-law. The defendant’s estrangement with his wife is cited as motive, with testimony suggesting attempts to influence witnesses and justify the act.
Loyd Warner predicts a breakout year for the Pittsburgh club as he reflects on his role in the outfield and his readiness to contribute. He notes previous struggles and emphasizes renewed focus and team goals for the upcoming season.
The New York Yankees set a major league record as part of a clutch performance described in the fragment. Details are sparse but highlight a notable achievement by the team in the game context.
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