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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1954
Page
2
In Nelsonville the 80 percent solar eclipse was mostly hidden by clouds. Early risers using smoked glass glimpsed the sun briefly from hills and the Lick Run fire tower around 6:30 a.m. The event, though staggered by weather, drew cautious attention from town residents.
Watson Wolfe finished a front yard patio and planter project at 279 Kontner St Nelsonville. Roman brick and patio tile create walls and flooring while planting beds for small trees and shrubs line the front, built after hours with help from Raymond Raine street commissioner.
Nelsonville Frank Shannon 65 died at his home after a brief illness. A Detroit GM Co retiree, he had lived at 121 Franklin St. for 10 days. Survived by wife Lina Pearson two stepsons Ted Garrett and Jack Pearson Jr. three brothers James Detroit Charles Ted Willoughby. Funeral Saturday 1:30 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home. Burial Green Lawn Cemetery.
Hospital notes list Mrs Ona Props admitted via Logan Route. Dismissals include Roger Dane Barber of Nelsonville James Cullison of Athens Route Mrs John Hutchinson of Hay and son Bert North of Glouster and Robert Sherrick of New Lexington.
Mrs Clarke Dally Red Cross secretary will speak on the Health Program at York Grange 2436 meeting Friday at 8 p.m. at the Grange Hall. Refreshment committee includes Mr and Mrs Wesley Hawk Mr and Mrs Edward Howard Mr and Mrs Edward Cagg Mrs Bessie Warehime and Russell Wickliffe.
City police reported a traffic mishap near the Canal Street and West Washington Street intersection about 5 p.m. on June 27. George W. Cottrill of Stewart says a vehicle driven by Ewald Schmitter of Logan pulled alongside on his right, damaging Cottrill's right front fender.
John Gonzales of Columbus pleaded guilty at the Nelsonville Mayor Earl Hilleary court on June 28 after being charged by city police with driving 55 mph in a 35 mph zone. He was fined twenty dollars plus costs.
The late W. E. Peters cataloged Athens County cemeteries with hundreds of photos and notes now at Ohio University Chubb Library. His unpublished records help locate old graves on township maps, some dating back 155 years, including Dew Cemetery near Buchtel and Whitmore in Hockingport, with many stones lost or unreadable but traceable by experts.
Nelsonville notices include the engagement of Mary K Sparks to John J Krannitz with planned fall wedding, detailing school and workplace backgrounds. Also reported: Dr James Preston to visit as he returns to new post in Syracuse after travel across western states and Mexico, plus various local visits and travels by residents and relatives.
Valley Lodge 169 Knights of Pythias will meet at 7 30 pm in the Pythian building announced by Charles Hoce chancellor Installation of new officers is scheduled for the first session in July A light supper will be served.
Mr. and Mrs. Watson Wolfe with daughters Nancy and Linda and Mrs. Arthur Hicks of Athens prepare to depart Friday on a western motor tour. In Los Angeles they will visit Mr. and Mrs. Max Bartoe. in Tucson they will see Mr. and Mrs. Dean Rizer. Mr. Wolfe heads the city water pumping station and treatment. Harold Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hoffman have returned home.
Boy Scout Troop 64 will hold a Board of Review at the Methodist Church on July 6 at 7 30 p m. Scouts earning merit badges and advancement are expected to be present Health certificates have been sent to parents to be filled out and returned before Camp Kootaga by Troop 64 the week of July 11.
Doctors warn kidney function affects health and fatigue. Stress and poor diet can slow kidneys causing backache and discomfort. Dean’s Pile a mild diuretic has been used for over 50 years to ease bladder irritation and aid waste elimination.
Robert Auflick of Ashton Avenue, operator of a barbershop on West Columbus Street, was elected commander of Glenford Dugan Post 229, American Legion. Leroy Bennett was named first vice commander and Charles Robinette second vice commander. Other officers and trustees were also chosen for the executive board and three-year to one-year terms. Newly elected officers will be installed in July alongside the Auxiliary Unit. The post also voted to join the NHS Band Boosters Club date calendar project.
John Calvin Oldt longtime educator and school superintendent in greater Cleveland died yesterday at age 89 after three decades guiding local schools. He led district programs, mentored teachers, and shaped the regional education scene.
Mr. and Mrs. Terry Tignor and daughters Lois and Phyllis Barber returned from a ten day motor trip to Key West Miami and Daytona Beach Florida.
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