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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1933

Page

6

Indian Art Topic at Woman’s Home Missionary Society Meeting

The First Methodist Church Woman’s Home Missionary Society discussed Indian art and craft training in mission schools, Indian music and architecture. Officers were installed, new members welcomed, and funds approved for the Queen Esthers' Camp School of Missions project.

Woman's Home Missionary Society First Methodist Church O. F. Rowland Ella Buxton Lookout Mina Fry Wesleyan Service Guild Ferne Rowlanda Lancaster L. G. Bean Jesus Nelson McDaniels Florence Elkins Harry Elkins Ralph Woods Anna Williama P. G. Dowler P. G. Hibbard Mis Joe Walburn

Birthday Potluck at Knight Home for Three Men

Friends gathered at the Curtis Knight residence Saturday to celebrate the birthdays of Mr. Curtis Knight Mr. Gilbert Day and Mr. Ralph Patterson. A potluck supper followed with prayers and hymns, and many local residents attended, including the Goldsberry Orr Smedley and Mitchell families, Donna Kelley and others.

Curtis Knight Gilbert Day Ralph Patterson Roy Gold Walter C. L. Orr Grace Goldsberry Virginia Alice Nicholas James Beem Lena McAllister Arthur Smedley Freda Thelma Moore I. N. McHarg Evan Edwards Jimmy Neva Cross Harry Bender Melvin Mitchell William Mitchell E. C. Kenney Charles Fitzer Leon Gold Jack Barbara Juanita G. L. Knight Billie Harrett Day Sarah E. Knight Mary Donna Kelley H. M. Kelley Indianapolis A. F. Head John Cross The Maples Miss Kelley

Commoner Edelmira San Pedro Linked to Spanish Prince

A newspaper photo shows Senorita Edelmira San Pedro, a commoner, with the former crown prince of Spain who renounced his claims. The report notes the couple’s association and outlines the prince’s relinquishment of the throne line.

Prince of Spain Senorita Edelmira San Pedro Prince

Kidnapped Brewer Returns Home After Ransom Paid

William Hamm Jr., millionaire brewer of St. Paul, Minn., was kidnapped as he left his office and held for a $100,000 ransom. The ransom was paid by Everett Grant. The article notes a funeral attended by Dr. C H Creed and Mrs. Williams and mentions Kenneth Ray, county superintendent of schools, traveling to Columbus for a state education committee session.

C. H. Creed Wil.iams G. H. Williams Cleveland State Hospital Ooo Kenneth Ray Columbus Lestiature

Birthday Celebration for Coopersville Grandfather

Mrs Rathburn and her son Bobbie Jr visit Alexandria for the birthday of Hiram Slagle age 75. Relatives from Athens join the surprise at Slagle home with 55 guests at noon cafeteria dinner.

Robert Rathburn Bobbie, Jr Alexandria Hiram Slagle Coopersville Athens Lonnie Slagle Francis Colley Harry Chadwick Bobbie Slagle

Wedding of Heaney Postponed by Death

The marriage of golf professional Mr. Michael J. Heaney and Miss Mildred Sullivan of Potsdam was postponed indefinitely after the death of Miss Sullivan's brother, Mr. Francis Sullivan. The ceremony had been planned for Wednesday in Potsdam.

Michael J. Heaney Athens Country Club Mildred Sullivan Potsdam N. Y Miss Sullivan Francis Sullivan Mr. Heaney Athens Mr. Sullivan

Anglers' Wives Rise Up Over Missing Husbands

Revolt simmers among fishing widows as husbands out on bass runs for days. Women plan to unite with golf widows and push anti angling against lawmakers in Columbus Washington and at the World Court. Penalties drafted include extra chores such as early breakfasts extra beds and forced dishes washing.

Columbus Washington National Congress World Court

Weed Cutting Pleases Athens Mayor

Mayor Robert Wood praised Athens residents for the annual weed cutting campaign that began last Friday. He noted many volunteers on vacant lawns over the weekend and said no legal orders against delinquents would likely be needed. The drive, delayed by rain, aims to curb mosquito breeding and improve city appearance, ending June 25. He urged health officials to note out of town property not attended.

Robert 8. Wood Athens Wood Health Department

Doctors Elect Him President

Dr. Walter L. Bierring of Des Moines Iowa is president elect of the American Medical Association after selection at the Milwaukee annual convention. He will assume the office next year.

Walter L. Bierring Des Moines American Medical Association Milwaukee

Five More School Districts Redeemed By State Fund

Notes issued by Troy Township Albany Consolidated Jacksonville Village Canaan Township and Ames Bern districts were redeemed from the state equalization fund to pay Athens County teachers up to January 1 1933. Total redemptions include principal and interest for each district.

Athens County Troy Township Albany Consolidated Jacksonville Village Canaan Township Ames-Bern District

U B Rally at Coolville Campgrounds

United Brethren Churches of the Tuppers Plains Charge sponsor a rally July 1 at the Coolville Campgrounds inviting members and pastors of the district. The daylong program features the orchestra from the local U R Church and a clear committee will supervise camp ground meals with basket dinners.

Tuppers Plains United Brethren Churches of the Coolville U. R

Resolutions Urging End to President Pension Power

The American Legion in Ohio decided to present resolutions at the Lima state convention August 13 to 15 urging Congress to withdraw the President's pension reducing power. The decision was made at a Cincinnati meeting of the Legion's fourth Ohio district.

Cincinnati Congress American Legion Lima Legion Ohio

Two Little Cousins Celebrate Birthdays in Columbus

A Saturday party at Mrs. West on Carpenter Street honored Mic Kuhner aged four and Billy Kuhner with yellow and pink candles on a large birthday cake. Attendants included relatives and friends such as Mrs. Fred Martin Marcia, Mrs. Plain, Mrs. Robert San Helen Craig, and Mary Sheridan supervisor at Elizabeth's Hospital, reflecting a close family gathering.

Mic Swyers Billy Kuhner Columbus West Carpenter Street Mich Billy Fred Martin Marcia Harry J Plains Robert San Helen Craig William Kuhner Doroth Thurman Joan Mc Goodman Rose Lee Mary E Stahl

MELLO-GLO Face Powder Ad Promises Smooth Skin

An advertisement for MELLO-GLO face powder from D. Zenner Co touts a new French process for a fresh look. It claims long wear, slighter lines, minimized pores, fragrance, and a “tax free” price of scand dollars.

D. Zenner Co Adv

Primary Ballots Sold For Athens County August Election

The Athens County Board of Elections accepted a printing bid of 34.20 for 12 000 ballots. Athens Printing Company won the contract with sealed bids from Glouster Press and Lawhead Press also considered. Ballot quantity rose due to a municipal shortage two years ago and uncertain party ballot use.

Athens County Board of Elections Athens Printing Company Election Board Glouster Press Lawhead Press Glouster Lawhead

Beer and Bets at Ohio Fairs Are Up

Athens County Fair Board secretary W Slaughter received notice of a mid summer conference of the Ohio Fair Managers Association to be held at the Deshler Wallick Hotel in Columbus Tuesday at 1 30 P M The meeting will discuss beer sales on fair grounds and betting on races with all Athens County Fair Board members invited to attend

Revival Meeting At United Brethren Church

A revival at United Brethren Church in Lottridge draws good attendance. Evening services begin nightly with 15 minutes of instrumental music. Amy Snyder and Violet Snyder perform nightly. The event continues through Sunday June 25 with an all day meeting and basket dinner at noon.

Lottridge United Brethren Church Amy Snyder Violet Snyder

Parkersburg Man Fined On Two Liquor Counts

Charles Danford of Parkersburg pled guilty before Magistrate C. H. Porter and was fined 100 dollars for possessing intoxicating liquor and 100 dollars for possessing equipment designed to manufacture liquor. He was jailed on default of payment after arrest by Constable Frank White and Goldsberry and Gardner in Carthage Township where the still was found.

Charles Danford Parkersburg C. H. Porter Danford Frank White Goldsberry and Gardner Carthaze Township

Miss Viola Fell reports new scarlet fever case in West Athens

Athens director of nurses Miss Viola Fell announced today another scarlet fever case in West Athens. Local health officials urge vigilance and follow public health guidance to prevent spread.

Viola Fell Athens

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