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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1950
Page
2
An Athens area ad promotes CERTA VIN a new herbal formula claimed to relieve stomach gas taken before meals. It says the product helps digestion prevents gas improves nerves and blood energy and lists Athens Pharmacy and Betts Cut Rate as outlets.
A five passenger coupe driven by Darrel H. Sam was demolished Tuesday afternoon after a Crawford Transportation Co truck failed to stop at N Congress and Carpenter. Sam, 55, of 2 N Shannon Ave, was uninjured. Driver William Leroy Nance, 33, Ironton, said brake failure caused the crash. Nance was fined 15 dollars and costs for failing to halt for a traffic light. The Crawford truck sustained moderate damage. one trailer car was damaged.
After peaking at 82 degrees Tuesday the temperature dropped to 44 degrees overnight.
Ohio University will offer special instruction in the Gregg simplified shorthand during the eight week summer session. The course titled Improvement of Instruction in Type writing and Shorthand carries three credit hours and is directed by Miss Macil Via and Miss Janet Raymond. A one day July 10 conference will feature Robert N. Tarkington of Gregg Publishing Co with classroom demonstrations and personal conferences.
Fire late Tuesday destroyed an exit door at East Side Elementary School on Cable Street with thick smoke throughout the building. Assistant Fire Chief Charles Dalton said the blaze appeared set at the door bottom, while school officials investigate. An affidavit was filed against Pearley Clark for failing to yield to an emergency vehicle as fire trucks arrive.
The sheltering arms hospital notes multiple births in Athens area. A daughter for Dr and Mrs William Biggs of Athens. A daughter for Mr and Mrs Terrence Dean of Athens. A daughter for Mr and Mrs David Tucker of Athens. A daughter for Mr and Mrs Carl Ervin of Athens Route 1.
Police Chief J. B. Grogan reminded residents that the city dog at large ban remains in effect annually from April through October. The ordinance protects gardens and lawns and continues despite the county rabies quarantine ending last week.
John W. Barringer announces metal insect traps will be installed in Athens by the Ohio Department of Agriculture in cooperation with local officials and the U S Department of Agriculture. Traps aim to assess Japanese beetle presence and guide control measures. residents asked to permit placement for about six weeks. Inspectors carry credentials on request.
Twelve girls and seven boys appear on the honor roll for the last six weeks at Mechanicsburg Junior High. Seventh grade students include Sonja Gura Betty Hope Bonita Rhoades Doris Sams James Shaw Jon Williams Ronnie Williams. Eighth grade honorees are Doris Hixenbaugh Gail Laziman Anne Matson Jo Ann Mingus Barbara Morgan Jonathan Thackrey Phillip Willeke Larry Williams. Ninth graders named are Shirley Brown Patty Harper Lewis Hawk and Shirley Shaw.
Two money judgments totaling 609.55 are filed against Dorothy Stalder doing business as Stald er's Donut Shop and Dot's Donut Shop. The F. J. Beasley Co. seeks 250 dollars due since Jan 5 and Loretta N. Walsh of Walsh Electric Co. seeks 317.87 due since Aug 13, 1949 and 41.58 from July 30, 1949.
About 100 children and youth enrolled Monday at the Ath ens Interchurch Vacation Bible School officials reported. Officials expect roughly 200 by week’s end. New staff additions include Miriam Clippinger Corrine Clutter Corrine Clutter is listed, and Mrs John Cunningham and Mrs Charles Trout. Mrs John Cady named treasurer.
Four witnesses are subpoenaed for Thursday's hearing in the Don Campbell versus Franz Woodworth election dispute. Campbell alleges he should be the Republican nominee, claiming a 52 vote loss in Mechanicsburg. Woodworth won by 39 votes. Local officials cited include C. W. Gross, Phyllis A. La Velle, Gertrude Cabeen, and Guy Morrison.
Officers of the Athens County McGuffey society were announced after a Monday meeting at the First Methodist Church. Charles E. Miller is president, Thomas R. Bennett vice president, Mrs Edna Lafollett secretary, and Harry Cramer treasurer. Guy Morrison led singing, with Bernadine West solo and Alma Hudson reciting two songs. Speakers included Clyde Sedwick and several Harris and Ruth names. a string orchestra performed.
James Daft files for divorce in common pleas court against Patricia Ann Daft claiming gross neglect. The couple married January 1, 1947 in Pomeroy and have one child.
Joseph Mariniello, 67, riding from Newark to Los Angeles, passed through Athens today a bit behind schedule. He left June 7 and planned to reach Los Angeles for his son's 42nd birthday but hills slowed him, reducing his 160 mile daily goal.
Marriage licenses issued for Floyd Wolfe and Mildred Carsey of Athens. Earl Goodin and Martha Richey of Athens. Earl Haines and Mildred Sharp of Luhrig. Kenneth Davis and Norma Savage of Millfield. Lewis Hamilton and Marilyn Jones of New Marshfield. Francis Coen and Eleanor Allen of Coolville. William Elliott and Adrienne Craig of Glouster.
Izaak Walton League Athens chapter will meet Thursday at 7 30 p m at its cabin. Announcement noted for Waltonians and members.
Millions over 40 years have found relief from itching piles using a cooling soothing astringent formula from Petersons Ointment. A user reports the itching and smarting ease and sleeping through the night, with a money back guarantee if not satisfied.
Eye care ad touts Lavoptik as soothing relief for tired eyes with diffused light. Claims 30 years of success and thousands of praises with eye cup included. Money back offer and availability at all druggists.
Christian Jew will speak at South Can Aan Baptist Church on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, June 14 and 15, at 8:00 PM. The events invite congregants and local residents to attend religious talks.
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