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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 06, 1946

Page

5

Temporary Family Dwelling Construction Begins Next Week

The Athens Messenger reports work on foundation holes for new federal temporary family dwellings will start next week with occupancy hoped for August. Federal Public Housing Authority purchased the buildings. city and Ohio University will prepare sites. Athens gets 24 dwellings for married veterans, Ohio University 48 dormitory units for married veteran students.

Athens Messenger Athens Ohio George R. Evans Service Safety Evans Ed Federal Public Housing Authority City Ohio University Highland Ave

County approves tar spreader purchase and road equipment

County Commissioners vote to buy a Littleford 800 gallon tar spreader from Major Equipment Company for 1200 down with balance after assembly. They also authorize a roadtainter at 2700 with 900 down and 1800 due in two years, plus 990 tons of limestone from G F Pincelli at 2574. Eleven county bills totaling 440 are approved along with dog and kennel fund claims and direct relief totaling 3133.02 for five months.

Littleford Trimble

Plea Changes in Court of Mayor Fines Issued

Mayor Franz Woodworth fines one man for intoxication and Charles F. Wallace of Glouster pleads guilty to failing to secure a burial permit. Wallace converts from innocent to guilty and pays 35 dollars plus costs after the change. Earlier, William Trease of Athens pleads guilty to intoxication and is fined five dollars plus costs.

Franz Woodworth Charles F. Wallace Glouster Wallace William Trease Athens

Church Board Meets rescheduled for Friday June 7

The Executive Committee of the Church of the Good Shepherd meets Friday at 7 p.m. instead of Tuesday, June 4, as announced today.

The Church of the Good Shepherd

Parking Meter Funds Climb In May Revenue

George R. Evans says parking meter intake rose through March and April and reached 1903.15 in May. The city nets about 980 of May revenue after paying 925 a month to operate meters and 700 for meter rental. The May boost comes from three more meters becoming operative after construction fence obstructions were removed.

George R. Evans Evans

Traveling Bible on world tour visits Athens chapter

The Traveling Eastern Star Bible, started in 1925, appears in Athens for the chapter inspection under Doc Waddell. It has signed editions by Presidents Coolidge and Truman and has traveled to Japan, China, and eight other nations with Mason helpers.

Eastern Star Bible Athens Doc” Waddell Eastern Star Order White House Calvin Coolidge Harry Truman Japan China Tei Scotjland Central and South America Alaska Waddell

Three Fined by Mayor for Intoxication

Three men were fined by Mayor Franz Woodworth after pleading guilty to intoxication. Ralph Nice of Guysville received 310 and costs and five days in jail. Homer R. Evener of Athens paid 5 and costs and remains jailed for failure to pay the fee. Herbert Leslie Songer of Gallipolis was fined 10 and costs. A prayer meeting is set for Pilgrim Holiness Church in Stewart at 7:30 p.m.

Franz Woodworth Ralph Nice Guysville Homer R. Evener Athens Evener Cas Herbert Leslie Songer Gallipolis

Tar Fire Damages Bennett Dairy Roof Repair Soon

A fire at the Bennett company damaged the rear roof when tar used for roof resurfacing ignited near a boiler. Manager G. E White said damages may total 3000 dollars, with no dairy products harmed and operations continuing during repairs.

Bennett Company G. E White

Athens Eyed as New Headquarters for Wayne National Forest

Forest officials consider Athens as the potential headquarters for the Wayne National Forest Supervisor in Columbus since July 1. Cr L Harrison cited suitable office space and housing, noting the move aims to improve administration of the dispersed forest in southeast Ohio. University leaders see this as boosting pre forestry studies and conservation efforts.

Athens Wayne National Forest Cr. L. Harrison Columbus C. M. Gill National” Forest Ohio C. L. Dow Ohio University

Jenkins To Be Speaker At Tenth District Rural Carriers Picnic

Congressman Thomas A Jenkins is slated as guest speaker for the Tenth Congressional District Rural Carriers and families picnic at Lake Vesuvious Lanphe County on Sunday June 9. Carriers will participate in the program. dinner is served at noon. Bernadine West among Ohio University students listed as degree candidates.

Thomas A. Jenkins Tenth Congressional District Lake Vesuvious Lanphe County Toay

Diocese to Represent Diocese at Provincial College Conference

The Rev Sydney J Browne rector of the Church of the Good Shepherd will represent the diocese at the Provincial College Conference in Evans ton DL June 10 14 The Veterans in the University is the topic Browne will discuss He served as chaplain in the European Theater during World War II with the First Division that took part in D Day operations. James William Bailey 26 Ath ens and Mary Ann Bailey 22 Ath ens were issued marriage licenses. Graham Chapel Prayer Band will meet at the home of Mr and Mrs Henry Lauer Nelonville Thursday with Kelley as leader. Burton Bidwell 30 Athens and Kathryn E McDaniel 21 Amesville plan a bake sale and bazaar at the Carl Penter Hardware store Saturday June 8 starting 10 am

Sydnney J. Browne Church of the Good Shepherd Evanston University Wtte Browne Illinois France Graham Chapel Genes Rete Henry Lauer Nelonville Kelley Donald F. Robb McArthur Tepomedee Margaret Eileen Sexton PLAN Athens Amesville Grange Burton Bidwell Carl Kathryn E. McDaniel Amespenter Ville

Turtle Carries Initials on 52 Year Old Carving

A land turtle bearing the initials UJ 1894 was found by Albert Mace on a farm in Cole Run after he bought it from E. E. Hawk in New Marshfield. Mr. Judy, age 93 and Waterloo Township’s oldest resident, laughed as the shell revealed his name carved in years ago.

Uriah Judy Albert Mace New Marshfield E. E. Hawk Cole Run Judy Waterloo Township

United Nations Theme at Athens Junior High Exercises

Students explained the United Nations during a school promotion program at Athens Junior High School. Speakers covered the UN’s background, Council on the General Assembly, the Security Council, the International Court of Justice, and the Economic and Social Council, with musical interludes and a benediction closing the event.

United Nations Athens Sidney J. Browne Frank Dilley The San Francisco Carol Nessley Clokey Jan Clark General Assembly Council Pugnani Kreisler Sammy Carpenter Bob Jones Security Council UN. “Tarentelle’ By Heller Was the Solo Vehicle For Pianist Lyndall Wooley Flora Armbruster International Court of Justice Hague W. C. Fingerhut Paul Lehman King Sammy Henderson Mir Iam Clippinger Jean Vance Shirley Miller Margaret Scott Pryor Charles Krauskopf Shortman E. Gilmore Homer T. Baird Board of Education Baird

Chillicothe Man Named to OU Branch

Thomas J. Vernia of Chillicothe is named assistant director and liaison for Ohio University Chillicothe Branch. He will assist enrollment and housing, with classes in high school buildings from 3:30 to 9 p m weekdays and 9 to noon Saturdays. The fall term begins Sept 16.

Thomas J. Vernia Chillicothe Ohio University John Co. Baker Chillicothe High School Vernin Naval Reserve Vernia Albert C. Gubitz Zanesville Portsmouth Navy Iowa State College Rex Mills Sebring Muskingum College Ohio State University

Swimming Lessons Slated Wednesday at Crystal Pool

Non swimmers who failed to register Wednesday morning can enroll Monday afternoon at the High School Recreation Field. Harry Lackey, recreation director, said lessons every Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. at Crystal Pool for 10 weeks. A $1 registration covers pool and instructor costs. written parental consent is required.

Harry Lackey Crystal Pool Lackey

Market Declines Persist Amid Mixed Trade On Labor Outlook

New York stocks pushed lower with limited demand as traders priced in a bearish labor picture and inflation easing after recent peak. Noon quotes showed broad weakness in multiple blue chips while some issues nudged higher on cautious optimism about a technical correction. Cincinnati hogs and cattle markets posted steady to varied results with cattle firmness and mild gains for select beef cuts.

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