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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1955

Page

18

Arson Suspected in Perry Township Council Deadlock

Arson suspected as a fire at least partly destroyed a barn on the Wayne Schaal farm near Perry Township during a city council stalemate over funds. Officials reported an incendiary origin, with gasoline noted, as the odor spread and the blaze affected nearby properties. The incident coincided with discussions on sewer work and a new fire truck purchase, while court action sought to validate a tax levy and authorize bond issues for city projects.

Perry Wacom Warner Ave James Paul Ray Baker Little Pine Road Polls Cruiser Gerken May Emanuel le Fire Department Vee Oeaide Wayne Schaal Midland Place Philips South Perry Department For Aid Ruth Easterling A. J. Winsley Burlin Taylor Godine Feon Metzier Paward Hughes F. J. Brewer and Co Eames Sheen Sunda Service Direct Lewis Price

ContaronE Spelling Bee Sparks Logan Society Debate

A chaotic spelling bee at the Logan Society prompts a dispute over how to inscribe letters on a statue of Leif Erickson. The uproar centers on the correct arrangement of c s and x s. Meanwhile, a Logan High wedding and local club meetings proceed with multiple community figures named.

Politcal Warren G. Magnuam Warren Lief Senate Ldet Eiriksson America Eirikson Montana Supreme Court Leif Erickson Magnason Liet Lodge

Turning Back Turncoats Hope For Homecoming

Seoul reports three American soldiers who refused repatriation in Korea may be allowed to return home. Lewis W. Riggs Jack Sant Dalton Otho G. Bell William A. Cow they will be informed at Panmunjom and subject to U.S. laws. Military Armistice Commission will brief them on procedure before air travel to Seoul.

Seoul Americas Korea Lewis W. Riggs Jack Sonville Tex Otho G. Bell Olym Ispia Wash William A. Cow Panmunjom Dalton China Peiping Radio United States Octet Amare Karen Ikely Puy Alte Miliary Winnea Brown Fist Ais United Sub States Auee Rene Walter Saving

East District Board Meeting Date Change Announcement

The East district board of education shifts its July meeting from Monday to Friday as announced by Board President Le M. The county superintendent says the agenda includes hiring bus drivers cafeteria workers and tutors for district schools.

Enong Cave East District Board of Education le M Friau

Hocking Valley Hospital Notes Names and Births Admitted

Hospital notes list multiple admissions and births. Kenneth Hiner and Melntah families announce a daughter. Others from Logan, Lancaster, Pataske, Zaleski and nearby areas are mentioned with names and locations.

Hocking Valley Hospital Kenneth Hinerman Union Furnace George Melntah Logan Daniel Woolever Richard Giles Lancaster Leroy Brook Pataske Eddie Carstens Thomas Glass Wiliam Wray Arthur McKibben Zaleski Aarearet "Hawthorne Columot Whiner

Natural Gas Curtailing Continues Into Next Winter

The Ohio Utilities Commission orders continued curtailment of natural gas deliveries in Ohio for the coming winter season. The move affects suppliers and customers statewide as supply allocations remain tight.

Columbus Ohio State Utilities Commission

Samuel Herl Services Set in Somerset Funeral

Samuel R. Herl 15 died Monday afternoon in Somerset at his son Judson Herl's home after living there about a month. He was a native of Vinton County and formerly lived in Hay enville. Survived by his wife Men Hester Herl Mrs Mary Hockman of Goldwater Michigan. Burial at Smith's Chapel Cemetery.

Iments Samuel "R. Herl Somerset Judson Heri Vinton County Hay Fenvile Hocking Hester Herister Mary ‘Hockman Goldwater, Mich Smith's Chapel

Rush Estate Valuation Set at $2156 in Ore

Appraisers place the estate of Afra Cela Rush of Ore in valuation notes totaling 2156 dollars. Charles Frasure is named as administrator. Clayton C. Rush supervises the administration duties.

Rush LOGAN Charles Frasure Clayton C. Rush

Eisenhower to Attend Geneva Conference With $7 Daily Diet

President Eisenhower will receive a seven dollar daily food allowance for the Big Four Geneva conference in July. He will bring a winter wardrobe, including one dress suit, two tuxedos, and golf clubs, while security and lodging arrangements are handled by U. S. and Geneva officials. Coordination is led by State Department attorney Douglas MacArthur II as planners anticipate Russian topics and document preparation for the talks.

Washington NEA Eisenhower Srutmit Geneva Walts Editien Ike U. S Interna Hal Conferencen Ras Secret Service State Department Douglas MacArthur II MacArthur Alredy Far East Cental Cael

Fireworks Ban Yet Fourth of July Travel Risks Loom

Ohio studies show 24 states allow firework sales while bans curb displays. Officials warn Independence Day travel remains dangerous with fatalities on highways and a need for safer driving amid crowded roads. Local figures cite past holiday deaths and ongoing concerns about unsafe fireworks use.

Columbus Ohio Feity Walter Beachler United Fireworks Manufacturing Mtis Co Dayton

Inmate Pleads Innocent in Farm Wire Theft Case

Enna eee, also known as Enr hey, enters a plea of innocent to theft of a plot wire fence from a farm. He could not post bond and was returned to St jail. Authorities had pursued the suspect since the crime and noted he was hiding in the Logan home of a relative while deputies conducted an arson probe. The wanted man was taken into custody shortly before 5 80 am Tuesday.

Ray James Paul ‘Baker Perry Ron Hedges Logan Waldron Resdbnes Winery Nedges Wes Ver Tetore

Military Mail Call notices from The Messenger

The Messenger invites submissions for Military Mail Call printing service. Include complete address and name. mail to Mail Call Editor Athens Ohio. Sample entry lists Gilmore, A B Clark and Sampson AFB Geneva NY with a code.

The Messenger the Messenger Athens Ohio Es Gilmore Clark Fit Sampson Afb Geneva

Traffic Violators Fined Ten Dollars in Mayor's Court

Laughlin of Rockt re Route 1 was fined $10 and costs after pleading guilty in the Mayor's Court. The incident, referenced in a terse report, notes a charge related to entering a restricted area and a refusal to cease, with the defendant cited by local authorities.

Macey Peta Chalgee Et Tetvg Enter Sgaiat Laughlin Rockt

Markets Overview Mixed Beef Trade and Dairy Prices

Fragmented market notes show calves selling unevenly with steady to moderate activity for yearlings. Cattle demand varied, with cows and dealers keeping prices near last week. Butter and eggs present, consumer grades influenced by quality, with mixed dairy quotes across several colors and standards.

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Death notice for Prank L Harvey and family

Classified line memorial for Prank L Harvey and family with condolences and thanks for kindness. Printer’s misspellings and jumbled text appear. references to pathy and pressuring scheme noted in broken OCR fragment.

Nas Borah Bevel L. Harvey and Famly

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