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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1938

Page

2

Giants Defeat Carbondale in Nelsonville City League Game

Nelsonville Giants routed Carbondale 9 to 3 in a City League baseball game. Chat Woodson allowed seven hits as the Giants collected nine, with Hope Woodson Tucker and Leach driving two hits each. Carbondale starter Herrold gave up six runs in two innings before Doolittle relieved. Lightfritz led Carbondale with two of three, including a long triple. Brooks Shoes and Carbondale had a postponed game slated for 5:30 Thursday.

Nelsonville Nelsonville Giants Carbondale Chat Woodson Giants Hope Woodson Tucker Leach Herrold Mike Doolittle Lightfritz Dalers Brooks Shoes Nelsonville Ee H. Woodson Roberts Woodson Chapman P. Dexter Jones, Jr P. Doolittle Stanley Cock Wanta Frisby Mills R. Brooks Mace Johnson Garner

Martha Class meets at Ed Crouse home in Nelsonville

The Martha Class of the M. E. Church gathered at Mrs. Ed Crouse’s home in Nelsonville Tuesday evening with hostesses Mrs. Elmer Bay and Mrs. Tom Bush. The session opened with a song, devotion led by Mrs. W. P. Clark, and prayer. Mrs. Miles Howe presided as president. program leader Mrs. Ben Stalter arranged contests with prizes awarded to Rose Cook, Harry Jackson, and Blanche Moorehead. Refreshments followed for 16 members and two guests.

Nelsonville Martha M. E. Church Ed Crouse Elmer Bay Tom Bush Jesus W. P. Clark Miles Howe Ben Stalter Rose Cook Harry Jackson Blanche Moorehead

Troop 66 Scouts Gather Tonight at West School

All members of Troop 66, Boy Scouts, are requested to meet at 7 PM at the West School building. Summer camping plans will be discussed. The first district camp opens June 14 at Camp Dupler near Athens.

Nelsonville Troop 66 Boy Scouts West School Camp Dupler Athens

D of A Benefit Party Set Friday in IOOF Hall

Nelsonville invites the public to a county D of A benefit party at the IOOF Hall Friday at 8 o clock. Proceeds support the organization and local charitable efforts.

Nelsonville D. of A IOOF

Revival at Carbon Hill Attracting Crowds

Crowds grow nightly at Carbon Hill revival services this week and next. Special music by Harry Fagan, a blind musician, and his wife, is highly enjoyed. The Rev. Dwight G. Plymire of Nelsonville leads the meetings with evening preaching. Children's meetings run each evening at 7, led by Mr. and Mrs. Fagan. Services start at 7 30.

Carbon Hill Harry Fagan Dwight G. Plymire Nelsonville

Eagles to Play at Chillicothe

The Eagles pall club will travel to Chillicothe on Sunday June 12 to face Mead Paper Co. in a postponed contest. Manager John Brown expects a fifth straight win, stressing the unit’s balanced strength without a single standout player. The club meets at 10 30 am for the trip.

Nelsonville Eagles Chillicothe Mead Paper Co Brown

Nelsonville Eagles Host Family Night With Music and Dancing

The Nelsonville Eagles entertainment committee Clyde Ray William Young and Basil Whitlatch promise a big night for members and families Friday June 10. The program includes games a floor show and round and square dancing with Pappy Stewart and his Gang providing the music all Eagles and their families are invited.

Nelsonville Nelsonville Eagles Clyde Ray William Young Basil Whitlatch Pappy Stewart

Men’s Class To Meet At Church In Nelsonville

Nelsonville men from the Pilgrim Church on Chestnut Street will meet in the church basement tonight at 7 30. Miss Mabel Fair music director of Springfield has arranged a program with vocal solos and ensembles plus piano accordion and guitar selections. Participants include June Garner Juanita Brown Mrs Bernard Inman Mrs Farrow Orville and Virginia Awe and Rev Awe urges attendance.

Nelsonville Pilgrim Church Chestnut St Mabel Fair Springfield June Garner Juanita Brown Bernard Inman Farrow Orville Virginia Awe Awe

Nelsonville Rural Notes Highlights Local Visits

Mrs. Herbert Swingle of Union Furnace ended a brief visit with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Nanna and cousin Miss Forrest Brandenburg. Rev. V A Nanna of Martinville preached at Connett Church. Mrs. Wes Woodard visited Nelsonville as several locals attended the Centennial pageant there last week.

Nelsonville Herbert Swingle Union Furnace Irvin Nanna Forrest Brandenburg V. A. Nanna Martinville Connett Church Wes Woodard

Red Cross Seeks Aid for China Refugees

Nelsonville report says the Red Cross will continue accepting contributions for relief of Chinese war refugees. W. D. Mender announces the call was postponed during Centennial Week and will collect local gifts to turn over to the Athens County Chapter Office in Athens.

Nelsonville Red Cross W. D. Mender Mr. Mender Athens County Athens

Methodist Missionary Society to Meet at Church

Nelsonville church hosts the Methodist Missionary Society meeting at 7 30 this evening. Members who have not turned in their bank offering are asked to do so at this session.

Nelsonville Methodist Missionary Society

Halletts Plead Guilty in Nelsonville Quarreling Case

J C Hallett and Elizabeth Hallett pleaded guilty on arraignment Wednesday in Mayor Cc G Dew s court to quarreling and fighting. Each was fined 10 dollars and costs.

Nelsonville J. C. Hallett Elizabeth Hallett Cc. G. Dew

Nelsonville Friday Bridge Club luncheon noted

Mrs. C. C. Slater hosted a 12 30 luncheon at the Maramar for the Nelsonville Friday Bridge Club. Scores are listed with Mrs. L P Rice and Mrs. Harry Kelly high in one group and Miss Catharine Newman high in another. Guests and travelers from several states attended.

Nelsonville C. C. Slater S. Harding Road Columbus Maramar L. P. Rice Harry Kelly Nelle Vorhes Catharine Newman Bartlett Edith Stierslow W. H. Grady Sylvia Cooley Slater C. E. Welch R. R. Stalter Frank Freer R. H. Jackson W. B. Mechem Garnet Bennett John Edington John Lawson Frank Poston Herbert Leiphen Philadelphia Nelle Vorkes Slater A. B. Johnson Harry Edington C. G. Sheppard S. E. Dean Freda Smith C. H. Bartlett Wallace Glenn William Morgan William Mills P. W. Hickman Cecil Shafer Emma Wilson Edith Stiers Warren Badger Gay Aumiller Nelonville Frank X. Rauch Lulu Poston Athens Louisville Glenn Oliver Dave Evans L. J. Murphy John Durckemiller W. S. Jones Chas. Preston W. H. Duffy New York City W. H. Cann Lancaster

Eudora Past Matrons Hosts Guest Night At Masonic Temple

Twenty members and nineteen guests attend the annual guest night of the Past Matrons and Patrons Association at the Masonic Temple. A planned menu dinner prepared by Mrs. Nelle Dowler and Mrs. Margaret Galvin was served at 6 30. After dinner a time of contests and games engaged the group.

Eudora Chapter Masonic Temple Nelle Dowler Margaret Galvin

Elder Aeh and daughter to graduate from Rio Grande College

Chris Aeh aged 53 and his daughter Marjorie Aeh aged 20 will graduate in Rio Grande College near Gallipolis this year. The elder Aeh has taught at South Webster for 28 years. Marjorie was this year’s May Queen and plans to teach.

Chris Aeh Marjorie Aeh Rio Grande College Gallipolis Aeh South Webster Rio Grande

Stolen Car Reported On Columbus Street

An automobile owned by Ed Dugan in Nelsonville was stolen from its parking place on Columbus Street between 8 and 9 30 Wednesday night, police were informed.

Nelsonville Ed Dugan Columbus St

Boston Child Choked While Trying Toy Thermometer

Eight year old Marjorie Greenberg was admitted after attempting to take her temperature with a toy thermometer. She choked on glass fragments removed from her mouth at the hospital.

Boston Marjorie Greenberg

Permanent police guard at rail near Philipoplis

A permanent police guard has been posted at a railway point near Philipoplis after a spate of suicides. Within two months three women and four men threw themselves under passing trains.

Sofia Philipopolis

Geneva Motorist Abandons Car Citing Reluctance to Drive

An Ashtabula man who left his car in Geneva six months ago says he no longer wishes to drive. State patrol has twice located the vehicle and notified him.

Geneva Ashtabula, O State Highway Patrol

Social Notes From Glouster Highlights Local gatherings

Glouster residents recount a surprise birthday party for Mrs. Charles Swartz with gifts and a home gathering. The note lists attendees and a refreshment spread, then covers upcoming meetings, officer elections, and social events across town. Included are Norma groups, Moose officers, Catholic Ladies club, and D U V activities.

Party for Glouster Scout Troop No 72 Draws Crowds

A birthday party for Scout Troop No 72 in Glouster was hosted Tuesday evening at the Church of Christ social rooms. Assistant Scoutmaster Jack Gardner led the salute to the flag and Scout oath. Roy Dupler awarded Elmer Jones a scoutmaster certificate and Charles Williams the troop charter and committee certificate. Williams then honored Ernest Jones Alfred Morris Earl Pough and Eugene Jones with committee certificates. Elmer Jones distributed certificates to each Scout. Gerald Ashwill screened photos of Jam borrees trips to Washington and Parkersburg. After the benediction a potluck lunch followed for Scouts committee members their spouses and parents.

Logan Kiwanis Club To Honor Graduates

Logan Kiwanis Club members arranged for a session next week at the Presbyterian Church guesting Logan High School graduates. The Vocational Guidance Committee leads the program with two out of town speakers. Harry Reichley joined the club. J W Woodard was named publicity chairman. Dr Victor Similie attended as a guest.

Logan — Kiwanis Club Presbyterian Church Logan High School Harry Reichley J. W. Woodard Victor Similie

George McGuire Dies at 47 in Parkersburg Hospital

George McGuire of Rutland died Tuesday evening at St. Joseph Hospital Parkersburg at age 47. He is survived by his wife and several children. Funeral arrangements have not been made.

Pomeroy George McGuire St. Joseph Hospital Parkersburg McGuire Rutland

Reno Buckaroos Film Project Draws 185 Kids

In Reno over 185 children aged 4 to 13 are being tested for roles in a forthcoming film titled Kid Buckaroos. Directors plan to select more prospects as auditions continue in the area.

Reno, Nev Reno

Elephant and hippo slaughter feared in Africa

Dr A H Kirman of London University Animal Welfare Society warns that elephants and hippopotami are being slaughtered at alarming rates. He cites about 36 000 elephants and 1 000 to 2 000 hippos killed yearly, risking extinction.

London Africa A. H. Kirman London University Animal Welfare Society

The Drink Habit Discussion Meeting

The topic was The Drink Habit. Mrs. Charles Eddy and Mrs. Charles Swartz hosted a refreshment course for 14 members and one guest. The next meeting will be July 12 at Mrs. H. B. Moore's home.

Charles Eddy Charles Swartz H. B. Moore

Glouster Epworth League Members Attend District Meet

Glouster Epworth League members and guests traveled by car to the Chillicothe district meeting at Ross-Hocking Camp near Adelphia. Miss Mary Frances Carpenter was elected first vice president for the district during the business session.

Glouster Glouster Epworth League Chillicothe Ross-Hocking Camp Mary Frances Carpenter Adelphia Gertrude Dunlevy Mary Dyer Phyllis Dyer Laura Mildred Lantz John Bryson Pauline Nelson Helen Kirkbride Maxine Thompson Dorothy Zimmer F. G. Boroff Mary Boroff C. A. Bingman Gail Bingman Hannber Grubbs Paul Brown Virginia Skinner Lillian Kasler

Workman Injured at Richardson Bakery

John Harper of Richardson Baking Company was hurt Monday night when his hand was caught in a bakery roller. He managed to free it but suffered a torn and cut hand and will be out of work for some time.

Glouster John Harper Richardson Baking Company Harper

Nelsonville High to Resume Friday Night Classes

Nelsonville High School will reopen Friday night with sight singing at 6 30 and piano at 7 30. The schedule targets students and aligns with the Friday evening activity.

Glouster Alumni Association Nelsonville Nelsonville High School

Budge Faces Pallada in Paris Net Semi Finals

Donald Budge the world’s fore most player advances to the Paris hard court semi final against Josip Pallada of Yugoslavia. Roderick Menzel meets Franjo Puncec in the other semi final as the French championships reach the last four. A separate Montreal note reports Pere Grine falcons returning to their perch atop the Sun Life building drawing attention from bird lovers.

Paris U.P Donald Budge Josip Pallada Yugoslavia Roderick Menzel Franjo Puncec Montreal Sun Life

Surry County Cat Club Forms In Elkin To Help Unclaimed Cats

The Surry County Cat Club in Elkin is a new group aimed at finding homes for unclaimed cats and kittens. The club organizes to assist stray felines and promote animal welfare locally.

Elkin N. C Surry County Cat Club

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Mrs. Crouse Preston York Rural Notes China Lola Lane Paul Kelly William Cleddens Warner Grog Gongs Matches Anthony Coldeuny Read Agen Ges Dhem Comand Bey Beeierich Sched Little Jimmy Cash Cash Miami Jimmy Everglades Nelsonville Social Notes Michael, Pa Frank Bonifield Robert Baldwin Yellow Springs Mansfield John Love Sigrid Love R. I. Barron Catherine Margaret Betty Love Love Elton Smith Selma Hilma Johnson Betty Arthur Love Cosmopolitan Club Betty Hoodlett Charles Hoodlett Indianaola Church of Christ, Columbus Kenneth Hyatt Gloria Hoodlett Mary Elizabeth Kessinger Brookside Country Club Car W Anderson Emma Easler Charles Wallace Lizzie McKee Joe West Agnes Eddy Charles Sellers Mildred Lantz Frank Yocum D. E. Carr Elza Morris Ira Stansberry Fred Erwin Charles Thomas Fanny Bailey Philip James Sugar Creek Lee King's Heralds Betty White Main St Women of the Moose Elsie Forsbach Mary Kinsell Helen Marquis Emme McClelland Myra Morgan Anna Stillwell Sentinel Gertrude Jewell Bertha Marquis Lenora Colley Catholic Ladies Study Club George Vermaaten Trimble Lucille Joseph Vermaaten Ray Palmer Detroit Hettie Thomas Nellie Jones Pedicord Lewis Shelton Missionary Society Zoe Herrold Christman Wahneta Orme Iris Petit Frances Clark Florence Miner Hazel Raber Eva Gooding WCTU Emma. Kasler Scout Troop Church of Christ Logan Kiwanis Club Buckaroos Ohlinger & Wolfe Don Budge J. D. Adamson Selsonville Chambray
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