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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1932
Page
2
A report from the Meigs County area outlines rising water and flood risk on the Ohio River near Pomeroy with discussion of locks dams and watershed changes. Officials note water levels may vary and propose scientific methods to stabilize flows, while residents address shoreline safety and local needs.
Middleport hosts a bi centennial Fourth of July program by the American Legion featuring a Washingtons Wedding Festival pageant. Under Bliss Margaret Riley the 100 plus cast will present dances from the revolutionary era on the high school grounds at 6 oclock illuminated for night viewing with local and visiting performers. Additional acts include The Nede Strm Band on air and tap and acrobatic numbers by several local artists.
Fred Blaettnar II and Miss Margaret Elizabeth Dalton were married at Ironton in a ceremonial January 3 1922 performed by Rev Edphe Sidle. Blaettnar, a Pomeroy native and Ohio University graduate, will reside with his bride in Pomeroy. Dalton, Ironton alumna and Ohio University Elementary Education graduate, is active in sorority life and will begin housekeeping with her husband soon.
Pomeroy Bend in Ohio River country houses a stairway described as part of the longest and highest flight of steps in the world. The system comprises locks and dams creating inland pools and a river grade of nine feet depth year round, with a 960 mile overall length claimed in the article.
Funeral services were held today for Miss Maxine Rice 12, daughter of an Athens woman, buried in Chester. The service at the Chester Methodist Church was led by Theophil Me, with Reverend Mr Cadhy officiating, following the death earlier that morning.
Taylors Run residents report a den of foxes in an abandoned mine. One fox bark and pups are heard, hindering hunters. Mayor Hess notes a fox shot previously as likely one of the town’s last. A 1882 red fox incident is recalled.
Residents of Meigs County announce a large annual event with plans for a community gathering. The notice mentions locations in Middleport and Columbus and highlights a real estate angle amid local business discussions.
Workers and guards gather at the station as laborers are expected to arrive aboard coring cars with about 100 people observed nearby. A brick is removed from High Street as preparations begin in the area.
Local health official J M Higgins warns summer travelers about water safety. Ohio operates roadside “Seal of Safety” wells to provide pure water, with 500 feet marked for direction. Camps undergo state inspections before endorsement, and travelers are urged to drink only from approved sources while touring via highways and state routes.
Nelsonville police recovered a stolen tractor from a garage after a break in. Two residents were arrested on charges tied to the incident. The investigation continues as authorities seek further details and potential accomplices.
A described driving itinerary threads Route 56 past Loomingville and Bloomingville to Athens, passes Seip Mounds near Ramnridge, Circles Portsmouth and Shawnee Forest, then loops via Ironton Gallipolis and Athens to Chauncey and Newark. It notes landmarks like Serpent Mound, Fort Hill, and Denison University.
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