Athens High Honors Middleport Students At Assembly
Middleport students received awards for athletics music patrol duties and citizenship at a morning assembly in the high school auditorium. Miss Vesta McCoy presented medals to a group including Mary Bennett Dorothy Barsett and others while Chief of Police Robert Allenworth and Sayer Fisher awarded governor certificates of merit to 59 patrolmen.
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Middlefort
Middleport
Imusic
Girls” Glee Club
Vesta McCoy
Mary "Maxine Bennett
Dorothy Barsett
Ebersbach
Joa Irginia
Mayes
Mar
Ronson
Betty Jo Roush
Mar- Jane Stansmury
Bert Dorothy N. Stewart
Steve Mite
Stewart Sid’ Enel Fonors
Wallace Bradford
Gov. Willam Bradford
Lsta
Envings
Sora
Joel Eins
Prank Simma
Dorothy "Sear
Clark VanCooney
Irs
srtz_Mary
Jean Bales
Marine Bennett
Daniel Joan Hamilton
Martha
Robaon
Patervet Schmoli
Jane Stansbury
Dorothy N. Stewart
Dorothy Winebrenner
Ietters
Eveyn Knopp
Bertha Stevenshowe
Junior Etter
Doris Bailey
Betty Brown
Sean Bennett
Joe Kyvell
Mem Jaelaon
Sylvia "Myer
Es Therathe
Helen Jane’ Root
Jean Roush
Nina ‘Triplet
Della‘ Vance
Ine Winebrenner
Mra
Naa Moore
Marvel
Robert Allenworth
Ames Ashley
Bruce Bingham
Burton
Edgar Bennett
James Carruthers
Martin Carson
D Willand Cheatham
Eugene Danitis
George Ebersbach
Roy Ean
Edward French
James Fisher Boo
John Fultz
Franke Have
Wm Jackson
Clifford Kirk
Sonn Kauit
Caria Kelle
Richard Kener
Gilvert Kirwood
Charles Mulford
Robert
Clarence Young Seeks Republican Nomination for Meigs County Commissioner
Clarence Young, active Republican in Meigs County, announces pursuit of the Republican nomination for county commissioner. He seeks the office in the May primary amid a crowded field of candidates.
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Clarence. Young
Meigs County
Clarence Young
Uppers
Plains
Young
Rites Held For Former Meigs School Leader
Funeral services yesterday honored Allen W. McKay, longtime superintendent of Middleport Schools, with teachers, friends, and relatives in attendance. The service at the N Third Ave residence featured Rev H A Rothrock and tribute from Judge C E Peoples, as well as hymns sung by Mrs C P Klein. Pallbearers and floral coordinators listed include local officials and former students, reflecting McKay’s civic impact in Meigs County.
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Middleport
Allen W. McKay
Eloand
Busi ‘Ean Houses
Citizens National Bank
Feardence
N. Third Ave
H. A. Rothrock
C. E. Peoples
McKay
Meigs County
C. P. Klein
David Miller
Jack Wells
Fackersburg
Everett Hayes
Chester
James. Titus
Rutland Laupert
Theiss
Great Bend
A. 1 Paynter
Portland
CE. Peoples
Pomeroy
T. H. Davis
W. G. Davin
CB. Smith
Ravilings
Cedric Clark
James ‘Titus
Will Reynolds
Frank McCoy
H. C. Ewing
Nan Moore
George Schaaf
Edward Tewksbury
Jean McMaster
Bend
Laurie McKay
C. L. Henderson
Albert Lochart
A.B. Morrey
Kyle Wilson
Manchester
A. L. Paynter
Clarence Profitt
Lavinia Ferrell
Wardie. McDade
Crit McKay
M. J. ‘Theiss
Olea Theiss
Emma McConnell
Beatrice McConnell
Ravenswood
Lupert ‘Theiss
HM Coast
Herbert ‘Grant
Clay Wells
Mabel Hutchinson
Parkersburg
D. G. Miller
Cleveland
Ann Schwartz
Athens
Elmer Wysong
Bucy
Rutland Girl Celebrated on Birthday and Honors Scene
Rutland residents hosted a birthday celebration for a local girl, with Mrs Weber and many guests attending. The event featured pink, green and white decorations, several attendees from nearby towns, and a luncheon at Holber Hospital in Gal Hope. Local families and neighbors joined in the festivities as fishing and social visits followed, with community leaders speaking on Christian citizenship.
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Rutland
Take White
Clarence Schoon
Walter Grass & Farm
Ber Atha Johnson
C.M Chase
Parkersburg
William ‘Theobald i
Middleport
Arch Egnor
Wil Theobald
Reuther
Pomeroy’ v Federated
Carlos. Snowden Fare
New Lima Road
Harry Snowden
C. C. Chapman
Jean
Athens
Mildred Barton
Helen 1 Rhodes
Columbus
Roy Barton
Charley Miller
Bonnie Miller
Clyde Stewart
Pomeroy Social Notes Honor Family at Church Shower
Mixed fragments report social notes from Pomeroy including an "evening" event at the Dexter Church. It mentions a miscellaneous shower, Ladies Aid Society at their home, and an upcoming honor for a son and daughter-in-law with friends invited to attend at the church.
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Ladies Aid Soc
Ministers Of Meigalena To Meet At Minersville
Ministers of Meigalena will gather Monday morning May 6 at 10 o'clock in the Minersville church. Host pastor James Dickson Brown and presiding officers will conduct the business session and present Dr A B Bias as speaker on the topic The Minister of Community Counselor. Walter McVay, recently employed by Ohio University, will attend.
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Mazetle Lahve
Ernest ‘Stanley
Walter McVay
Pomeroy
Meigalena
Mt. Cory
Louisa Stanley
Worley West
T. F
James Dickson Brown
Arthur Lew
Rothrock
I¢n- Ateport
G. W. Collins
Business Seasion
George Evans
Bardeville
Herteread Grant
Vice Press
Thomas Quick
Granville
Association and Co
A. B
Denver McVay
Bias
Ohio University
Everett White
Berton Elliott
Blanchester
Lee Bhat
PTA Meeting At Letart Falls Hall
PTA groups convene at Letart Falls Hall with a business session at ten and an afternoon program at one led by Mrs. Thomas of Logan. A chicken dinner will be served at noon.
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PTA
Letart Falls
Minersville Marble Tournament Leads to County Entry
Karr won the Minersville Marble tournament held Monday with ten companies participating. His victory earns him a right to compete in the county tournament. Participants included Junior Jones Neake Joseph Watson H Karr H Hill Holter Brenick A Hil and Hudson.
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Pomeroy
Karr
Minersville
Junior Jones
Neake
Joseph
Watson
H. Karr
H. Hill
Holter
Brenick
A. Hil
Hudson
Social Notes of Bradford and Surrounding Areas
Social notes from Bradford and Middleport record numerous local visits and family gatherings. Names include Ella Hysell Bradbury, Mary Lathey, Lena Ryger, J A Searis, Dana Lambert, Ethel Evans of Pomeroy, J P Miller, Ray Arthur, Laurel Ewing Andsop, Hannah Roush, Woodrow McCon telt, Clarence Might, Nancy Might, Harold Stewart, Edwin Cambron, Haze Hager, George Miller, Guy Russell, and E Zambron. Community attendance at Bible School and regular Sunday appointments are noted.
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Lester Lathey
Ursday
Charles Brooks
Middleport
Ethel Evans
Pomeroy
Jaydin Hysell
Bible School
J. P. Miller
Ray Arthur
Laurel Ewing
Andsop
Jackson
Ray
Teale le
Dana Lambert
Marjorie Hughes
Hannah Roush
Woodrow McContell
Ornoon
Charles Bur
David
Nancy Might
West Rutland
Return of Property Demanded in Pomeroy Court Action
In common pleas court Tuesday Harry Molden guardian of Henry McKnight Incapacitated sues Edith Dixon John Dixon and Elizabeth Dixon to recover properties transferred while Henry McKnight was incompetent. The suit claims the items were moved from the ward to the defendants during incapacity.
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Pomeroy
Ate
Edith Dixon
John’ Dixon
Elizabeth Dixon
Henry Molden
Common Pleas
McKnight
Henry
Molden
Earth Vixon
John Dixon
Brotherhood Plans Father Son Banquet
The Simpson Brotherhood will hold its annual Father Son Banquet on May 6 in the social rooms of Simpson Methodist Church. All menu arrangements are complete and Dr. David H. Jemison of Cincinnati, head of the Pi Christian Fraternal Orders, will be the speaker. A recreational program is planned.
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Pumehoy
Simpson Brotherhood
Simpson Methodist’ Church
David H. Jemison
Cincinnati
Pi Christian
Change of May meeting date for Return Jonathan Meigs chapter
The May meeting date of the Return Jonathan Meigs Chapter Daughters of the Revolution in Middleport moved from May 10 to May 17 to accommodate Mrs. T. J. Summers of Marietta, district S E, who will visit the chapter. regent Mrs. George Lasher and officers Mrs. Velma Feiger and Mrs. Bertha Pownall are named. Also includes birth notice for Carolyn Kay Ward and various Middleport notes on local officers and personal items.
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Uate Chang
Jonathan Meigs
Daughters of the Revolu
T. J. Summers
Marietta
S. E
George Lasher
Honesses
Velma Feiger
Bertha Pownall
Movie shown before Pomeroy students
A film titled Money at Work was shown Tuesday morning at Senior High School assembly in Fomeroy. The movie explained the functions of the Associated Press in gathering news and connected banking scenes to illustrate banking’s role in business operations. Local banks presented the program.
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Fomeroy
AAA Program Approved by 2400 Farmers in Meigs County
Meigs County farmers show strong support for the 1940 AAA Farm Program with Edson E. Roush noting over 2 100 signers represent about 90 percent of county farmers. Participants can receive 19 cents per bushel on wheat, about 1.10 per acre for general crops, plus payments for soil practices, and eligibility for corn and wheat loans and crop insurance.
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Meigs County
Edson E. Roush
AAA Committee
AP. J
AAA
Floating Dock Plan for Middleport East Liverpool
A report notes a proposed floating dock project at Middleport on the Ohio River with involvement from Cincinnati district engineers. A related line mentions steel rope and plant activity, while employment figures show a payroll shift amid river construction work and private contracts influencing hiring.
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Cincinnat
Peat Nacnine
Steel
Moonlight Contrast Brightness Described As Half Moon Comparison
A half moon is described as only one ninth as bright as a full moon, illustrating the visible nightly difference in lunar illumination and the relation of crescent visibility to full phase intensity.
Ulimax Wallpaper Cleaner 8 for 20 Rubber Gloves
Ulimax Wallpaper Cleaner 8 listed with 20 rubber gloves priced at 19 cents. Includes compact package deal featuring eight units and gloves as a bundled accessory. Availability noted through local store circular with emphasis on value.
Convention on Wheels Attracts Large Crowd
Dexter reports heavy turnout as the Convention on Wheels from Pomeroy arrives Monday night. The church at Dexter was filled with attendees from McArthur Chauncey Athens Hemlock Grove Middleport Rutland Bradfield Bradford Nelsonville and Dexter. A Ladies Aid Society supper funded church improvements. The Meige Victory Band preceded the program and Dr Royal J Dye of Hollywood California delivered the featured address.
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Dexter
Royal J. Dye
Hollywood
Calif
Tharch Members To Meet at Portland
Four Portland area Methodist Churches and friends will gather at the Portland Church for a covered dish supper at 6:45 pm with Pastor Earl T. Scott outlining work plans. Former pastors are expected to attend and participate in a program of talks on various topics.
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Wortland
Portland
Earl T. Scott
TMS Pam
Middleport Funeral Services for George W. Tews
Funeral services for George W. Tews, who died Monday evening, will be held Thursday afternoon at his Mid Street residence. Interment will be in Middleport Hill Cemetery. Omitted from the obituary were names of grandchildren including Robert Tewksbury and other relatives.
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Middleport
George W. Tewsbury
Mid St
Middleport Hill
Granich Dren
Yester
Robert Tewksbury
Ares
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Pomeroy Social Notes
Albany Rural Social Notes
Social Notes of
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Charlie Beckett
Fidelity CO
Middleport Social Notes
William Ward
Carolyn Kay
Gravel Hill
Corbett Fisher
Twa Ward
SLECT
Band Booster Association
Pat Heesident
Mra MS
Wilam Branford
20. Fisher
Lew= Sauer
First Baptist Church
J. M. Mygatt
L. O. Grant
Lawrence Bing
Harry Houdashelt
Clarence Clark
Homer Hysell
Martha Bryant
Terry. Allis
Charles Dawso
Edward ‘Tewksbury
Eber Lewis
Lewis
Sweer
Gallipolis
D. 8. Farmer
Arthur Skinner
Malcolm Roller
C. H. Wise
Marvel Schmoll
Betty | Becker
Mazie Wise
Jane’Stansbury
Catherine Hennesy
Dorothy Nell’ Stewar
C. E. Handley
Glouster
Ian
C. B. Smith
R. E. McKay
Richard Folden
McMillan Hospital
Charleston
Wiliam Stephenson
Jacksonville
Pia
Stephenson
Robert’ Stephenson
John
Giadge Folden
Liverpool
Nersaid Maven
St Petroum Press
Jsteen Ek
Perro
Erecta
Sever
Fodanapei
Maye
Anger
Waterseas
Stodortang Liquid
Ulimax
Fred Sanders
Mgr
Court St
Tharch
Charles Towk
Americas
Chesterfield
America
Verner E. Metcalf
Verner F. Metcalf
Bat
Tourn Saovsey
Martie Ole
Chicago
Madison
State Streets
Harry Klepsteen
Thomas McGinty
Bette
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