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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1929

Page

3

Guards Placed At Jail For Border Patrol In Spectors Slaying

International Falls Minnesota June 11 Deputy sheriff patrolled Koochiching County Jail to guard Emmett J White border patrol inspector who killed Henry Virkula confectioner of Big Fork. coroners jury ordered the inspector held on second degree manslaughter charge pending grand jury probe of last Saturday night slaying. White was given a one week continuance at preliminary hearing after the inquest.

International Falls Minn Koochiching County Emmett J. White United States Border Patrol Henry Virkula Big Fork White Grand Curry Virkula Littl Fork

Fire rips Santa Fe Springs oil field as 400 men battle blaze

On June 11 authorities reported 400 workers fought a massive oil field fire at Santa Fe Springs after Rhode No. 1 well erupted. Large steel shovels tried to halt spread while two wells four storage tanks and power lines burned over several hours. Officials warned danger remained despite efforts to cap the well and control the flames. Unofficial damage pegged at about 1.75 million dollars.

Los Angeles Santa Fe Springs Ciass Rhode No. 1

University budget estimate for improvements and services

A rough budget shows $1,834,960 slated for improvements with an estimated $420,000 from term registration fees rents and taxes added for a total around $2,254,960. The figures reflect planned personal services Maine maintenance and additions and betterments.

Mrs McCombs Dies After Illness in Nelsonville

Belinda McCombs 79 died Monday at her Doanville home after a Wilong illness. Funeral at 2 PM Wednesday by Rev P Pridgen of Pilgrim Holiness Church. Survived by children John in Murray City Will and Asbury in Nelsonville and several daughters in Deanville East Canton Walbridge Toledo plus husband Alex McCombs preceded her in death.

Nels

Edith Newson to Wed Roland Figgins in McConnelsville

Announcement from Nelsonville notes the forthcoming marriage of Miss Edith Newson of McConnelsville to Roland Figgins of Columbus. The wedding is set for Tuesday June 18 in McConnelsville with plans to reside in Columbus at 224 West Avenue. Figgins is a native of McConnelsville, son of the late Aro and Mrs A B Figgins.

Nelsonville Edith Newson Clyde Newson McConnelsville Roland Figgins Columbus West Avenue Figgins Lsonville Aro A. B. Figgins

Nelsonville Death Notices and Local Travelers

Marion Pierce aged 15 died at home in Salem after a two day illness. Funeral services set for Wednesday at 10 AM with burial in Pedigo Cemetery. A flurry of visits and travels fills the region as families from Nelsonville, Columbus, Athens, Circleville and beyond share news of journeys, repairs, and gatherings with relatives and friends.

Marion Pierce Salem Nelsonville Pedigo Cemetery

Mayoral campaign heats up in Nelsonville as filing nears

Nelsonville expects a heated mayor race with incumbent L. J. Eberle filing for renomination in the Democratic primary on August 13. H. H. Wer says he will seek the Democratic nomination, while Republicans list Sidney Cook Will Barker and John Williams as declared candidates amid widespread speculation and potential more entrants.

Nelsonville L. J. Eberle Mer H. H. Wer Sidney Cook Will L. Barker John Williams Imayoraity

Auto violations alert in Nelsonville traffic

Auto owners in Nelsonville are urged to fix defective lighting and unsafe practices. Police will cooperate with state inspectors to curb violations such as driving with one head-light no tail light or misadjusted lights and covering licenses. Residents are asked to ensure vehicles pass inspection.

Nelsonville

Legion Meeting At Glenford Dugon Post Tonight

Nelsonville June 11 The Glenford Dugan Post American Legion holds its regular meeting at 7 30 pm at the Legion Home. A trustees meeting will follow the business session.

Glenford Dugan Legion Home Nelsonville Glenford Dugan Post American Legion Legion

Post 14 Camp Meeting At Y M C A In Nelsonville

Post 14 of the Military Camps Association will meet Thursday at 8 p.m. at the Y M C A. All C M T C graduates must attend. Adjutant Byron Hughes of Carbon Hill is expected to attend with a large group. Captain W D Mender urges full member attendance. Local residents Mrs Phoebe Thompson and Mrs Rachel Davis are noted visitors with other family updates.

Nelsonville Military Camps Association Byron Hughes Carbon Hill W.D. Mender Phoebe Thompson Fostoria Rachel Davis William Meyers Dayton Boy Rangers of America

Old Bridge at Margaret's Creek to be Replaced

The 1845 Margaret's Creek covered bridge on Route 6 in Athens County will be demolished for a new bridge. Bids for the new bridge, eight related structures, grading and gravel surfacing from the New York Central crossing to New Marshfield and for an underpass and crossing on the B and O railroad will be accepted until the morning of June 29.

Athens County Margaret's Creek New Marshfield State Highway Department New York Central Highway Department John Dowler

LeFever to Speak at Nelsonville Chamber Meeting

Senator Be. LeFever of Glouster will address the Nelsonville Chamber of Commerce at the YMCA noon meeting. Linner will be served at 12. Officers expect business matters and good attendance. The Boy Rangers of America meet at 6 30 tonight. 16 juniors active, dues and handbook fees urged.

Nelsonville BE. FE. LeFever Glouster Chamber of Commerce

License Revocation Hearing for Real Estate Agent

An attempt will be made to revoke the license of Frank Van Meter, Athens real estate agent, in a case involving misrepresentation tied to a farm exchange for Athens property. The hearing before the Athens County Common Pleas Court is set for Thursday at 9 A.M. with State Board of Real Estate Examiners members and investigators present.

Frank van Meter Athens Lovell Bean Fank van Meter Harry Burstow Athens County Common John H. Williamson Department of Commerce State Board of Real Estate Frammers Bean Albany Operty Williamson Renal William Parstow Chaunrey Jecoph King Nattie Warren New Marshfield Mr. Leake J. W. Jacoby Marion Max Rudolph Cleveland al Brecker Dayton C. Leake

New Biographies Added to Carnegie Library Shelf

New biographies arrive at the Carnegie Library per Miss Ann Keating. Notable titles include Alexander G. Mackenzie, Bryan Long the Great Commoner, A. Dumas, Jubilee Jim, Rasputin, and Johnson and Company among others.

Carnegie Library Ann Keating Mackenzie Alexander G. Bell Long Bryan Great Commoner iLucas Dubreton the Fourth Musketeer A. Dumas Fere Fuller Jubilee Jim James Fisk, Jr. Lynd Dr Johnson and Company Fulop-Miller Rasputin Holy Devil

Two Negroes Fined On Drunk Charges

William Fields of West Washington Street and Harry Pringle of Zanesville were fined $5 and costs each for intoxication when arraigned before Mayor F E C Woodworth Monday night. They were arrested Sunday night on West Washington Street by Police Captain Charles Maple and Patrolman Howard Gilson. Mrs R C Hess and Richard Fought were fined $1 each for traffic violations.

William Fields West Washington Street Harry Pringle Zanesville F E. C. Woodworth Charles Maple Howard Gilson R. C. Hess Richard Fought

Hicks Fined for Intoxication in Gore

Chester Hicks of Gore pleads guilty to intoxication before Mayor Eberle in Nelsonville on June 11 and is fined 10 dollars plus costs. The case mentions his companion Roland Starr whose vehicle damaged a Deanville bridge beam Saturday night.

Chester Hicks Gore Eberle Nelsonville J. Eberle Hicks Roland Starr Deanville Bridge

Eastern Star Chapter 72 to Meet Tonight in Masonic Temple

Eu dora Chapter No. 72 of the Order of the Eastern Star will convene this evening at the Masonic Temple. Officers and members are urged to attend.

Nelsonville Eudora Order of the Eastern Star

Vythian Sisters Memorial Service This Thursday

The Vythian Sisters hold a memorial service in their hall on Thursday at 7 30 PM Members are asked to bring flowers.

Vythian Sisters

Esther Class Social at Mill Street Meeting

The Esther Class of the Christian Sunday School met Monday evening at Mrs. C. A. Dilcher's Mill Street home with 21 members present. Guests included Mrs. Orland Gander Mrs. Allie Dilcher and Miss Joanna Cook. A social hour followed and lunch was served.

Esther Christian Sunday School C. A. Iilcher Mill Street Mis. Orland Gander Allie Dilcher Joanna Cook

Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters Meet Wednesday

The Past Chiefs of the Pythian Sisters will meet at 7 o'clock Wednesday evening June 12 at the home of Mrs. Myrtle Uddy.

Pythian Sisters Myrtle Uddy

Woodworth Seeks Mayor Post In Athens Petitions Filed

The Athens election office reports six offices up for grabs with petitions filed by Dave Johnson. Mayor Woodworth is the only declared candidate for mayor so far. June 14 is the signers deadline. lists include Wirth, Johnson, Finsterwald, Evans, and others signing for various roles.

Athena Board of Elections Dave Johnson Bec Woodworth Athens Johnson Woodworth Charles FE Cameron, Co G. Tinker H. A. Coe Thomas H. Johnson Lucia Johnson Bine George BK. Whipple John W. Rolin George’ FE. Whipple George W. Earhart M.D Hughes K. W. Finsterwald Georgie Hall Bush J. Sherrard F. L. Woodworth Fred Fenzel W. N. Russell Conan. Kilman Port Russell M.D. Lures W. B. Walker H. F. Warden E. H Walker John Powers Glouster M. Penman Republican E. D. Eady M. M. LeFavor E. E A. C. Allen J. C. Duncan John R. Davis C. E. Duncan E. FE. Drury EF. LeFever Harry Richards D. W. Davis George W. Carter Harry Trasin A. J. Crawford KK. J. Eddy Henry Williams C. 4&. Pride KK. GO. Webber M. A Pride James Richards W. A. Craft C. G. Lansford

Dana Ruth Bound Over to Grand Jury in Athens County

Dana Ruth of Athens faces resisting a local officer. bound over to Athens County Common Pleas Court. Wilson Ator signed the affidavit after Constable Harry Dalton arrested Ruth near Sugar Creek Sunday night. Pleading not guilty, Ruth says he did not hear the halt command and awaits trial under a % bond. arraigned before Magistrate Carl H. Porter. Ruth is employed at Silvus Beauty Parlor.

Dana Ruth Athens Athens County Common Pleas Court Wilson Ator Harry Dalton Ruth Sugar Creek Common Pleas Court Carl H. Porter Silvus Beauty Parlor

Two Robbers Rob East End Savings Loss of 2500

In Cleveland two men held up the East End Savings and Loan Company yesterday. They bound the secretary treasurer and two tellers and escaped with 2500. Police continued to hunt the culprits today for one of the boldest heists here in months.

Cleveland U.P East End Savings & Loan Company

New Lenington Golf Course Gets Final Shaping

Nearly 100 members along with wives and sweethearts of the Terry County Golf Club worked for several days last week on the Somerset Road site. They wore overalls and used rakes hoes and other implements to prepare the new golf course.

New Lenington Terry County Somerset Road

Ohio University reports record attendance and funding

Ohio University announced record attendance this year with 5 637 regular students including 2 454 resident undergraduates 3 434 resident degrees 206 42 162 unclassified and 84 non resident pursuing extension and correspondence. The 88th General Assembly allotted 1 168 560 for personal service and 515 000 for maintenance plus endowment proceeds and local taxes for Athens and Alexander Townships.

Ohio University de. E. B. Nirvan Board of Trustees Athens Alexander Athens School Board

Canter Fined $100 on Liquor Charge in Ohio Township

Chartes Canter of York Township was fined $100 and costs after pleading guilty to manufacturing intoxicating beverages. Police alleged a scene for liquor production on the Athens Nelsonville Road. He previously pleaded not guilty and was bound over to a common pleas court decision. the case is slated for a June 17 grand jury session.

Chartes Canter York Township Maglsterrate Carl H. Porter Canter Athens Nelsonville Road Porter Common Peas Court Grand Jury

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