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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1930
Page
2
J I Skinner, superintendent, announced that Day Tree day work began at Central School Building with 157 enrolled. Dell Martin reported 42 girls in sewing, Rev Gardner said 44 boys in craft, and Superintendent Ray Smith noted 50 children in primary with expectations of large attendance. several helpers were present.
An announcement states Chizen's Loan Company of Greenfield will open a branch in Pomeroy with FR G Webster named as local manager.
In Meiga County a large cherry tree on Monkey Fun in Pomeroy, owned by carpenter Jacob Brechtel, towers tall with a 40 foot spread. It yielded 100 gallons the year before last but freezes this spring killed blossoms, endangering a good crop.
In Pomery on Sugar Yard the greenhouse owned by Fontana and Goodwin, mortgaged with Mees County Savings & Loan, has been placed in the hands of a receiver. The suit names Ernest Fontana, Lida Goodwin, and other heirs of Louis Harvie, with the executive husband and heirs contesting land and mortgage details.
A fragmented snippet shows Republicans expressing confidence on a bill amid unclear details. References appear to mention bills, banks, and classes, but the text is garbled leaving core facts uncertain and no clear names or dates.
A historic bench placed during 1917 on the Courthouse grounds is to be repaired and retired as a relic. It was installed by W. T. Sauk of Middleport and long served as a memorial to local citizens who waited for military service. Some who sat there never returned from service.
June 12 report details a Citizens Day event next Sunday at 7 5 p m at Heath Me E Church with a program titled The Glittering Gate under Mrs Will Graham. The school group will present the piece and the gathering reflects local community activities in Middleport Ohio.
Dr. Skinner and Dr. Thomas attended the Athens Presbytery in Athens Monday, where Dr. Skinner was released to serve as pastor of the Middleport Presbyterian Church. The report was given to the church during midweek services. Local residents and families, including Keffer and Ewing relatives, were noted in life updates as they traveled or hosted gatherings in the area.
Tom W. Jones announces candidacy urging Meigs County support for tax relief for farmers and ranchers, better roads, conservation, and soldier welfare. He pledges diligence and energetic service if returned for another term. Political Adv. copy outlines past record and future vigilanc e for county interests.
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