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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1930
Page
2
A. D. Smith filed in Common Pleas Court to recover 1400 from Franklin Insurance Company for a fire loss at his Rutland Township dwelling and contents. He says a June 6 1921 policy covered the home barns and sheds for 4225 with 1200 on the house and 200 on contents. he failed to notify within 60 days after the March 28 1929 fire due to a misunderstanding.
The March 27 notice lists petit jurors drawn for the current term who must report April 1. Names include Henry Warren Reeodavine C G Milhean Tuppers Pisins Gertie Chase Rutland Charles Shain Antiquity R B Nellers Syracuse Dale Lee Racine David Owens Pomeroy M Sayre Letart Falls Rose C Turner Carpenter Carrie Coates Pomeroy F C Hunker Middleport Dor Schaefer Omeroy Mabel Hart Pratts Fork Herman Werry Pomeroy S F Clark Syracuse Carl Shields Pomeroy Stella Webb Lanesville H F Sharpnack Letart Falls Elisabeth Martin Middleport A E B Roush Letart Palis Ulysses Rose Long Bottom John Clark Racine W H Shain Long Bottom Mrs Sam Wyatt Harrisonville.
Listing day in Ohio falls late this year with tax due on April 15. Property possessed on Sunday April 13 is taxable on Monday April 14 the second Monday of the month. Auditor H. J. Blackmore will mail listing blanks on April 22.
Meigs Temple officers of the Pythian Sisters joined the Seventeenth District convention in Corning on Wednesday. Nine Meigs Temple officers led the Memorial service at the afternoon session with several local sisters in attendance. Mrs. Mildred Lowe served as the Meigs Temple delegate.
Mrs. J. H. Grate Mrs. C. A. Poindexter Mrs. I. J. Heiner and Mrs. E. G. T Probst motored to Logan to attend the Athens Presbytery annual session where Probst represents the local Presbyterian Church. Others from Middleport were expected to join the reports.
The Middleport Literary Club gathered Wednesday afternoon with many members present. The study focused on books and included a program titled A Book Worth Reading. Speakers covered The Book and its Ancestors and The Roycrofters with Mrs Harris and Mrs Thomas presenting. Music accompanied the event with Mrs M G White on Book Illustrating and Miss Sanborn as critic.
Ralph B R Wilson vice president of the Babson Statistical Organisation urged Middleport readers to develop the Ohio Valley economy. He argued management is crucial, warned against price fixing, and urged concerted local effort to attract new industries to the Pomeroy Bend.
Farmers within three to four miles of Pomeroy sold 2 100 dozen eggs to a local shipper at 22 cents per dozen, total $462, in the last four days. Additional buyers in Pomeroy and nearby towns likely handled a similar amount.
Mr. Wilson urged forming a committee with Dr. Holzer as chairman and Homer Cook, tea Shifler, and Senator J. M. Hemsley as members to promote an inviting spirit. He suggested identifying eastern factories willing to relocate to Pomeroy Bend and drawing in new plants by highlighting local opportunities.
Syracuse March 27 The shale gas well drilled by C H Williams was to be shot with a heavy nitroglycerine charge today A light preliminary shot occurred at the 600 foot shale bottom the well is about 3500 feet deep A lighter charge was set off high in the well yesterday and a still heavier charge was planned for today by telephone message
Dr. Skinner pastor of the Presbyterian Church will lead a meeting April 2 at 7 30 to report on the year, elect officers, and conduct church business. Members and newcomers welcome. The communion will be observed April 6 in the morning service.
Mr and Mrs Walter Reed after a short visit with Mr and Mrs H H Bennett have returned to their home in Columbus.
Anne Snow and Anson Jimerson plan to testify from the witness stand in Buffalo. They are aunt and father of Lila Jimerson, a Seneca art model charged with instigating the twitch murder of Mrs. Henri Marchand, wife of a Buffalo artist.
In Meigs County a custody fight unfolds as Albert Milhoan and his wife contest possession of Fatnie Mae Milhoan, held by Mrs Minnie Erlewine in Middleport since she was ten days old. The case arises amid a blizzard at the Meigs County Court House and centers on the father's claim that the baby was never permanently entrusted to his sister.
Milhoan seeks possession of a child held by Mrs. Erlewine amid family friction. Four witnesses testified Milhoan has a suitable home and can provide, while Erlewine called police when he once demanded custody. Milhoan had a prior Meigs County rail theft indictment dismissed. neighbors labeled him an average citizen. Judge Crow heard the case with attorneys present. decision pending as the child remains with Mrs. Erlewine.
Judge F W Crow awards two divorces Wednesday afternoon. Joseph W McClain of Minersville wins an absolute divorce from Laura McClain for extreme cruelty. Sylvia White of Syracuse divorces Walter S White and is awarded custody of their minor Bayrl K E White. White must pay $15 monthly for child support.
R. I. Tolden and J. A. Dingess were in Charleston on Tuesday on business tied to Hobson New York Central Shops.
Alabama man praises Peterson's Ointment for rapid relief from eczema. The ad claims the first application reduces inflammation and itching, with repeated use promising smooth skin. Mr A W Turner of Birmingham says his two year eczema vanished after four to five applications. One 35e box stops burning and itching according to the promotion.
Frank Hilt a former Ohio Legislator and Spanish American War veteran led the census examiner tests in six counties. He earned 98 percent on one paper and 190 percent on another for an average of 99 1 percent and was named enumerator for Scipio township Meigs County. The next highest grade was 92 percent.
An advertisement touts Kruschen Salts as essential for fat loss and improved vitality. It promises weight loss after three weeks, increased energy, and clearer skin, urging readers to buy a five shilling bottle from McKee’s Drug Company with a money back guarantee.
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