Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Athens Messenger in Athens, Ohio

We have 16,378,606 pages in Ohio

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 40 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1954

Page

2

Review of Sewer Plans By Officials Authorized

Middleport officials authorized a review of proposed sewer system and disposal plant plans by the mayor, clerk, and council president. Ralph L. Wolpert Co. representative M W Tatlock noted 1946 plans were still adequate but costs have risen. review costs capped around 1500. If financing is feasible and bonds sold, project proceeds with a letter contract to the firm.

Middleport Middleport Council M. W. Tatlock Ralph L. Wolpert Couny Yton Advanced Planning Fund Tion Tatlock Howard E. Ruppelt Cavett Company Jean Lama Columbus Alice Horden O Brien Horden Middleport Hill Cemetery

Pomeroy Social Notes Highlight Laurel Cliff Members

Laurel Cliff Better Health Club members appeared on Coffee Time in Huntington W V receiving gifts and awards. Attendees listed include Mrs. Pat Tracy Mrs. Clifford Jacobs and Mrs. I Bowen with numerous guests and regional confirmations across Meigs and Parkersburg areas.

Initiation Schedule for Racine Chapter Eastern Star

A special meeting of Racine Chapter Order of Eastern Star will be held Wednesday evening at the Masonic Temple in Racine to conduct initiations.

Racine Order of Eastern Star Masonic Temple

Ohio State University Commencement Honors Sakier Family

Mrs. Grover Saker and her son Lowell attended commencement exercises in Columbus Ohio where Mrs Saker’s son in law James M Faneares earned his master’s degree at Ohio State University

Grover Saker Lowell Columbus Ohio State University

Death Claims Charles Yost of Middleport

Charles FE Yost 1 died at 12 30 am Monday at his home on North Second Street in Middleport after two years of declining health. A lifelong Meigs County resident born January 19 1873 in Minersville, he was a farmer and an automobile salesman who ran the Willys Auto Agency. He belonged to the First Presbyterian Church. Survived by wife Mary a son E R Yost of Minersville three daughters Mrs Earl French of Columbus Mrs James Gilbert of Zanesville and Mrs George Mowrey of Pomeroy a sister Mrs Christy Baer and a brother Arthur of Minersville eight grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Funeral 2 pm Wednesday at Ewing Funeral Home with burial at Gilmore Cemetery Nease Settlement. Friends may call any time.

Pomeroy Charles FE Yost N. Second St Middleport Meigs County Mr. Yost Minersville Elizabeth H Yost Willys Auto Agency First Presbyterian Church Mary E. R. Yost Earl French Columbus James Gilbert Zanesville George Mowrey Christy Baer Arthur Howard Ruppelt Middleport Presbyterian Church Ewing Funeral Home Gilmore Cemetery Nease Settlement

County's Formation Urged by Gov. Tiffin

In 1804 Governor Ed Tiffin reported to the Ohio Legislature on establishing a university in Athens and the first official board meeting. He praised the first sale of Athens town lots, urged generous terms for college lands, and pressed for a new county to seat government at Athens amid rising land demand.

Ed Tiffin Ohio University Ohio Legislature Athens

Appraisement Ordered For College Lands

The Ohio Legislature named three men in 1802 to appraise two townships set aside for the Ohio University in Washington County. They were to value wild lands and divide into four quality rates. Trustees were to report survey results and tax measures. Appraisal occurred summer and autumn 1803 with payments of $30 each for 18 days of work in early 1804.

Ohio

Miner injured after fall at Peacock Coal mine

Charles Walker of Nelsonville was rushed to Meigs General Hospital by ambulance Monday with back injuries from a fall while inspecting the Peacock Coal mine.

Charles Walker Nelsonville Meigs General Hospital Peacock

Administrator Named for Blanche Borham Roller Estate

M. C. Roller of Middleport has been named administrator of Blanche Borham Roller's estate, per Meigs County Probate Court records.

Pomeroy M. C. Roller Middleport Blanche Borham Roller Meigs County

Meter Receipts Reported By Police Chief Wolfe

Parking meter receipts amounting to 259.50 for the past week were reported today by Chief of Police Walter E. Wolfe. The figure covers meters in the city during the recent period.

Walter E. Wolfe

Edith Bean Rites Slated

Funeral services for Mrs. Edith Bean widow of Frank A. Bean of Rutland will be held at the Rutland Methodist Church at 2 PM Wednesday. She had long health issues and a hip fracture last year. Survivors include son Paul F. Bean of Cleveland, brother D. F. Hogue of Columbus, several grandchildren and one great grandchild. Burial in Miles Cemetery with Rev. Robert E. Linter officiating.

Rutland Methodist Church WSCS Rutland Garden Club Middleport Literary Club Business and Professional Women's Club Paul F. Bean Cleveland D. F. Hogue Columbus

Directors Urged to Put Townships Under College Trustees

Early promoters of Ohio University argued that the lots and lands in two Athens County townships taxed for the college should be managed by the board of trustees. They claimed college oversight would yield better educational advantages and higher income for the college. They also advocated ministerial lands be controlled by trustees to secure better salaries for ministers and quicker productivity of the land.

Ohio University Athens County Board of Trustees Ohio Company Purchase

Regulations for OU Were Made in 1802

After Athens County settled and Athens town was laid out the territorial legislature established a university plan in 1802. The Ohio Territory governors and leaders set numerous exact specifications as the framework for a university. General Arthur S. Clair was governor and Edward Tiffin speaker of the Territory’s House of Representatives.

Marietta Athens County Athens Ohio Territory Arthur S. Clair Territory Edward Tiffin House of Representatives United States Ohio

Divorce suit filed in Meigs County Court

Bart Miller files for divorce from Mamie Miller alleging gross neglect of duty and extreme cruelty in Meigs County Common Pleas Court.

Pomeroy Bart Miller Mamie Miller Meigs County

Pomroy High School Reports $583 Deficit in Sports Funds

Principal Harry A. Bennett announced Pomroy High School athletic programs for baseball and basketball ran a deficit of $583.11 for the season. Receipts totaled $1,041 with various event and ticket revenues. expenditures reached $1,624.65 including officials, equipment, guarantees, transport, awards, and other costs. Bennett notes no charges for baseball games and provides a detailed expense breakdown.

Pomeroy Pomeroy High School Harry A. Bennett Reces Chester Wellston Athens Point Pleasant Racine Jackson Gallipolis Logan Michaeuet Nelsonville Sacred Heart Bennett

Fete Aids Chester High School Athletic Program

Proceeds from an ice cream social on the Chester Commons go to the Chester High School athletic program. Principal Hrnard Krinke announced the Chester Athletic Boosters Club sponsors the event and a high school band concert will be held that evening. Band members and alumni should meet at the school at 1 pm Thursday for a rehearsal.

Pomeroy Chester Commons Chester High School H. Rnard Krinke Chester Athletic Boosters Club Krinke

Reedsville Social Roundup Highlights Local Visits

Mrs Lee Wallace hosted a family dinner for Gertrude Wallace's 16th birthday. Local residents and guests travel to Spencer and Clarksburg for visits, with several family connections mentioned. The Reedsville 4 H Club held a Belpre picnic and prepares for project judging on July 15.

York Central Man Attends District 12 Boilermakers Convention

Alex Fraser of the York Central Railroad at Hobson attends a District 12 boilermakers convention in Buffalo New York. He meets Richard Folden en route to Cleveland on business.

Middleport Boilermakers Buffalo N.Y Alex Fraser York Central Railroad Hobson Richard Folden Columbus Folden Cleveland

Extraneous $40 Collected for Radcliff EUB Ferry

Mrs James Dye reported that $40 had been collected for the Radcliff EUB affair, but details or purpose of the collection are unclear in the fragmented report.

Radcliff James Vancee

Middleport Woman's Association Meeting and Local Guests

Middleport society notes announce Group 1 of the Woman's Association meeting at the home of Mrs. Eber Lewis with Mrs. Dorothy Lavely and Mrs. William Atkins as assisting hostesses. The column lists numerous local visitors and relatives from Columbus, Charleston, Chillicothe, Huntington, Marietta, Athens, and Wheelersburg visiting area residents and relatives over recent days.

Middleport Woman’s Association of First Presbyterian Church Eber Lewis Dorothy Lavely William Atkins

WCTU Potluck Picnic Set for Thursday in Middleport Park

The WCTU led by President Mrs. L. D. Diles announces a potluck picnic at Middleport Side Park at 6 pm Thursday. In rain, gathering moves to the Diles home on Beech Street. members should bring favorite dishes and table service.

Middleport WCTU

Meigs Temple Pythians meet at Meinhart home

Past chiefs and sisters of the Meigs Temple Pythian Sisters gathered at Mrs. Philip Meinhart and Miss Erma Smith home with Mrs. C P Gallagher presiding. Bathe-Temple plans for an upcoming party July 6 at the R of P Hall were discussed. Prizes were awarded to Mrs. Omer Jones Mrs. William Allman Mrs. Helen Russell and two McElhinny sisters. A salad course was served.

Middleport Meigs Temple Pythian Philip Meinhart Erma Smith C. P. Gallagher Meinhart Lena McElhinny Horace McElhinny Jones McElhinny

Visitors from Rio Grande to Lead Services at Local Church

A group from Rio Grande will visit Middleport to conduct services at First Baptist Church. The event aims to share faith, music, and spiritual messages with local congregants.

Middleport Rio Grande Middle Firstptist Church

Auxiliary of Met Medical Society Meets in Middleport

The Auxiliary of the Met Medical Society met at Mrs. E. F. Maag's home in Middleport to hear a talk by their regional director from Portsmouth. A luncheon was served at the Little House.

Middleport Met Medical Society E. F. Maag Portsmouth Little

Surprise Birthday Dinner by Akron Relatives

A surprise visit and birthday dinner honoring Mrs. Clara Murray were arranged by Akron relatives. Attending were Mrs Magdalene Misner Mr. and Mrs. George Stinard and Frances K. Stinard.

Middleport Akron Clara Murray Magdalene Misner George Stinard Frances K. Stinard

Piano Pupils Heard in Recital at Columbia School

Mrs. Thomas J. Spurlock presented her piano pupils in a recital at the Columbia School Auditorium near Carpenter. Students included Rebecca Dye Theresa Poston Kenneth Crabtree Marian Wells Linda Cheadle Kathryn Mann Charlotte Nelson Danny Holliday and many others with guests Loretta Price Mary Suzanne Dye Alfred Lindsey and more.

Carpenter Thomas J.spurlock Columbia Rebecca Dye Theresa Poston Kenneth Crabtree Marian Wells Linda Cheadle Kathryn Ann Mann Charlotte Nelson Danny Holliday Yvonne Swett Victor Wells Beulah Fern McLaughlin Dale Harvey Rose Greenlees Carol Ann Burke Sydney Townsend Sandra Poston Billy Grim Larry Stansbury Joy Selby Janet Grim den Lindsey Johnny Swearinger Loretta Price Mary Suzanne Dye Alfred Lindsey Gordon Atkins Janet Jeffers Gene Jeffers

Middleport Personals Attend Orin Roush Funeral

Funeral services for Orin Roush were held at Cheshire Baptist Church Sunday with the Rev. Mr. Leek and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Tur ley of Dunbar West Virginia among attendees. Mrs Ver-

Orin Roush Cheshire Baptist Church Leek Ray Turley Dunbar W. Va Ver

Hemlock couple wed in Shawnee in double ring service

Miss Carolyn Hodgson daughter of Mr and Mrs Lance Hodgson Hemlock married Robert Opperman Jr son of Mr and Mrs Robert Opperman Sr Shawnee in a Main Street Church of Christ ceremony led by Rev Daniel Heater. The bride a Shawnee High School graduate and her groom a fellow alum plan to work at Sohlo Station New Lexington. Out of town guests and many relatives attended the ceremony at Leesburg and in nearby towns.

New Lexington Leesburg Robert Baldwin Joel Herman Lee Columbus Vernon Tharp Mary Jane Sarah Ann Kathleen Victor Hilliards Paul Fox Gregory Junction City Lloyd Hen Fort Myers C. Bope Alice Somerset Elizabeth Howell Moxahala Thomas Barker Philo Jester West Jefferson Butch Sayres New Straitsville Gertrude Allen Nelsonville Morgan Walters Jessie Schlingerman Gertrude Spence Mary Spence Tommy Gaitten Corning Frank North Kathy Dana Bowers Howard Chute Frank Anguish Catherine Seorese Robina Stogile Rita Kopis Shumaker Robperman, Sr Shawnee Priss Beulah Spencer Glenna Williams

Wallace divorce granted in Meigs County Court

Pauline G. Wallace of Middleport was granted a divorce from Dana M. Wallace of Point Pleasant by Judge Cedric W. Clark in Meigs County Common Pleas Court for gross cruelty. The plaintiff regained her maiden name Pauline.

Chauncey Personal Notes Highlight Local Visits and Travels

Pauline Daugherty vacationing with her parents in Athens. Visitors include M C Barrett of Columbus, Dee Daugherty and Ruth Ann, Carrie Higgins and Rita. Sunday picnic at Lake Alma. Gilbert Courtney and family away in northern Michigan. Navy discharge due. Other guests: Hap Bickley family in Columbus. Dinner guests Everett Taylor, Robert Bullock, Keith and Georgia Allen. Zeke Coffman in Logan. Erwin Korns and Grace Wilden visit Corning.

Pauline Daugherty Athens Charles Daugherty Daugherty M. C. Barrett Columbus Dee Daugherty Ruth Ann Carrie Higgins Rita Lake Alma Gilbert Courtney Michigan Gilbert Navy Ronald Hap) Bickley Gary Susan Saul Border Zeke Coffman Logan Erwin Korns Korns Grace Wilden Corning

Two Groups Travel to Camp Christian for Weeklong Stay

Mr. and Mrs. Jack McCaferty take Lana Bowman Penny McCaferty and Maxine Honda to Camp Christian near Magnetic Sez for a weeklong stay. Another group led by Tom McDaniel includes Russell Bees Dickie Dotson and Sammy Stalder with Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Stalder accompanying them.

Chauncey Jack McCaferty Lana Bowman Penny McCaferty Maxine Honda Camp Christian Magnetic Sez Russell Bees Tom McDaniel Dickie Dotson Sammy Stalder Hollis Stalder

Meigs General Hospital Admits and Outpatient List

Meigs General Hospital admission roster includes Sidney Williams Apple Grove Blanche Brown Middleport Theo Neutzling Middleport Pat Yates Jackson L M Boice Middleport Belva Jordan Middleport Viva Wentz Pt Pleasant W Va Blanche Jones Clifton W Va Helen Brown Pomeroy Clarice Lucille Davis Cheshire Marcia Hysell Pomeroy Route 1 Garland Jordan Middleport Yaes Jackson Ronald E Wentz Point Pleasant W Va plus a son and a daughter. Outpatient entries list Dana Epple Rutland foot injuries Preston Carson Plains laceration of arm Terry Carson Tuppers Plains facial injuries Ernest Muller Syracuse eye laceration Frank Farrey Langsville laceration left arm and hand Dwight Nelson Langsville laceration left foot Mrs Fred Lemley Middle tt medical Betty Brown Columbus medical Hedlund Chicago Ill x ray.

Sidney Williams Apple Grove Blanche Brown Middleport Theo Neutzling Pat Yates Jackson L. M. Boice Belva Jordan Viva Wentz Pt. Pleasant Blanche Jones Clifton Garland Jordan Robert Yaes Ronald E. Wentz Point Pleasant W. Va Trea Dana Epple Rutland Preston Carson Ve Plains Terry Carson Tuppers Plains Ernest Muller Syracuse Frank Farrey Langesville Dwight Nelson Lang

Pomeroy Ihle Receives Dairy Service Unit Honors

Meigs County Dairy Service Unit awards Pomeroy Ihle two certificates for high dairy production. Ihle posted 405.5 pounds of butterfat and 8,744 pounds of milk per cow from an average 40.9 cows. Plans discussed for awards at the county fair and for milk ring test secretarial help next year.

Pomeroy Meigs County Dairy Service Unit Clark Ihle Minersville Ihle National Pure Bred Dairy Cattle Association Ohio Dairyman’s Association Davis Nease Jerseys Earl Dean Chester Holsteins Wayne Roush Racine Guernseys County Board of Commissioners Oris Smith Long Bottom Eugene Holliday Dexter David Koblentz Harry Holter C. E. Blakeslee

Legion Flags Small Flags Along Street Observes Flag Day

Feeney Bennett Post No. 128 of the American Legion placed small flags along both sides of Third Avenue from Mill Street to Simon's Corner for Flag Day. Post commander Don Rice noted some homes later displayed larger flags, aligning with a national push for greater Old Glory display in a "New Glory for Old Glory" movement.

Middleport Feeney- Bennett Post No. 128 American Legion Third Ave Mill St Simon’s Corner Legionnaires Don Rice

Ohio Fuel Gas Co Plans Record 33 Million Construction

The Ohio Fuel Gas Company unveils a record 33 million construction program to be ready next winter. The Gulf Interstate pipeline from Louisiana will supply the new gas, enabling heat for most homes on its lines. New heating customers must secure written approval at the local office.

Ohio Fuel Gas Company Gulf Louisiana Phillips Sai Ohio Fuel

three cases heard by Middleport mayor

Mayor Sidney T. Russell heard three cases Monday. Joseph W. Gilbert of Minersville faced a reckless operation charge with a $13.70 fine after a collision with a car parked by David Ohlinger near the Charles Yost home on N Second Ave at 12 40 am. Millard McCoy of the Meigs Gallia line paid $9.70 for a defective muffler. Myke Jacobs of Beech Drive was fined $9.70 for driving without an operator license.

Middleport Sidney T. Russell Joseph W. Gilbert Minersville Millard McCoy Meigs-Gallia Line Myke Jacobs Beech Drive Gilbert David Ohlinger First Aid

Carbon County Visitors and Local Family Notes

Mr and Mrs Howard Pidcock and son of Springfield visiting at Mrs Pidcock’s parents Mr and Mrs Guy Adams. Jean Stanley of Zanesville spending week with grandparents Mr and Mrs John Stanley. Carlos Lowry of Chillicothe visiting relatives here. Mrs George Barber visited friends in Athens. Willard Barber visited in Lancaster with parents Mr and Mrs Floyd Barber. Ruth Welch of Danville weekend visit with brother and sister in law Mr and Mrs Kennard. Mrs George Barber

Carbondale Howard Pidcock Springfield Pidcock Guy Adams Jean Stanley Zanesville John Stanley Carlos Lowry Chillicothe George Barber Athens Willard Barber Lancaster Floyd Barber Ruth Welch Danville Kennard George Barr

CAP Maps Plans Middleport Search Mission

Civil Air Patrol members met to discuss a state search over the weekend. Twenty three CAP members will travel to Columbus to base at Scott Field for a plane search mission.

Middleport Civil Air Patrol Columbus Scott Field

Beagle Club Picnic Highlights County Trials

A Meigs County Beagle Club gathering at Harrisonville featured a Sunday picnic for members and families. County trophy trials in the 13 inch class saw winners from Keith Zimmerman Henry Wells C B Newman Waverly and Clifford Jacobs of Middleport placing first second and fourth.

Pomeroy Meigs County Beagle Club Harrisonville Keith Zimmerman Henry Wells C. B. Newman Waverly Clifford Jacobs Middleport

Boosters To Meet Pomeroy Racine Band Boosters

The Racine Band Boosters will meet Wednesday evening at Mrs. Lowell McNickle’s home instead of Thursday. Grover Salser, president, said moving pictures of the band and other school activities will be shown. All junior and senior band boosters are invited.

Pomeroy Racine Lowell McNickle Grover Salser Salser

Also Mentioned on This Page

Resent Wayne Gibbons Joe Oung, Jr David O. Jenkins L. R Roberta Walternee Charles Murray Pomeroy Social Notes Health Club Thompson Manon Salser O. O. Patterson Lake Hope Ohio County Dora Hamm Holzer Hospital Semen Marty McAngus Beacon Er Heines Willard Heines Boys State Camp Perry Henry Schuler Leroy Hiett Dayton Phil Wise Hiett Laurel Cliff Free Methodist Church Theo Smith Sue Miss Smith Betty Ingram Pomeroy Dent Jack Crisp Pomeroy Personals Death Charles Yost Gallaher's Drug and Athens Pharmacy Land Bank Loan The United National Farm Loan A. C. Gibson Sec’y-Treas Ohio Valley Bank Bidg Tiffin Pame Meigs the Rocket Man Charles Coburn Spring Byington George Winslow Anne Francis John Agar Temple Middleport Jeff Chandler Maureen O'Hara Susan Ball John MelIntire Charles Drake Noah Beery, Jr Edith Bean Omer Hess Bertine Lucile Frank A. Bain Burning Spring W.va Fete Reedsville Lee Wallace Gertrude Charles Hall Spencer C. A Barnett Clarksburg Barnett Cyrus Daniel Crislip Carl Seaman Ruth Carol Taylor Paul Nichols Okey Miles Rebecca Wiley Miles Washington Donna Riley Melanie Nichols Claud Dry R. G. Mixer Charleston C. E. Humphrey Marietta College Raleigh Hetzer Mildred Santee Charleshere Joe Mark Keno 4-H Club Belpre Ruth Ann Smith Ina Karen Mays Marlene Barr Donna Gorrell Shirley Myers Gertrude Wallace Greta Barton Betty Mentee Carolyn Wallace Normai Mary Ann Barringer Jared Kibble Martha Posey Hazel Barton Irene Boring Deloris Pickens Florence Chevalier Patty Cowdery Lonnie Walton Karen Gorrell Nolan Mamie Buckley Methodist Church H. W. Larkins Lucy Kibble Middleport Society Ina Thoma Downing Allen Knopp William Swisher Roy Evans C. F. Hawkins Ruth Hawkins Charles Capehart Thomas Longstaff Herman Oblinger Chester Erwin Michael Don Ernest Henry Russell Mills Ben Franklin Clyde Ingels Thurma Milhoan Theiss Mayme Rainey Arthur Covert Huntington Harry Luther Ramsey Harry Ramsey Lafayette Memorial Hospital William B. Thomas New York City D. B. Hartinger Thomas Franklin Murphey Pythian Sisters Hemlock Helen Brown Clarice Lucille Davis Cheshire Marcia Hysell William Thuener Dairy Service Unit County Extension Office Legion Gas Co CAP Beagle Club Doris Ann Sandra Ball Run Joe Johnson Joe Jimmy Larry Henry Ray Bever Wolfpen Wilbur Haning Loretta Kay Donnie Ronnie Lester Bailey Stephen Nora Johnson Bradbury Gerald Sheets C. R. Neuman Boosters Logan Monument CO Logan, Ohio Pomeroy, Ohio Circleville, Ohio Salty Studebaker Karr & van Zandt
Search Courier

Search the Athens Messenger Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Athens Messenger?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication