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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1932

Page

2

Meigs Red Cross Plans Wheat Distribution

POMEROY May 4 Inquires arise over government wheat distribution to Meigs County Red Cross unit will oversee local spread and ensure orderly delivery using Federal Farm Board guidance. Officials anticipate ground wheat via mills in Hamsee and Mercesda with about two weeks before shipments. list of towns and contacts provided for coordinated distribution and reporting.

Pomeroy Ats Cele Petecms Red Cross Office Ameren National Congress Ret Couw Nes Beer Federsi Faro Board Feciies & Ness 9 Ammermeet Med Cross Macy Ghetrardom Bettet Termes Chester Team Méatei Cickens Cremer Otoermitas Dale Pitgme J. HM Mattie Poanewey Setebury

Cat Adopts Squirrels POMEPOY May-Tom Tale

A mixed family near Five Points adopts a stray squirrel after a tree felling incident. The animal bonds with the Wickham household, growing to maturity and thriving. The story portrays the squirrel as a playful companion, sharing meals and engaging in family games.

Tom Aames Wikhim Chester Rune Af Paver

Opening Mite Box at Missionary Society Meeting

May 4 7 at Missionary Society of Sixth Avenue Baptist Church opened the mite box during a Tuesday meeting led by Mrs F C Kreager. The gathering aimed to raise funds for the church treasury and netted a notable sum for the treasury.

Middleport Born Missionary Society "Baptist Church F. C. Kreager Sixth Avenue Treasury

Rutland Woman Stricken in Garden Beart Attack Feeder

Rutland May 4 A woman named Mary was stricken in her garden and collapsed after a heart attack. Neighbors and medics responded, she was taken to a hospital and survived briefly. Her sister Mrs Litr Spires and other relatives survived. more details were given by Cahumies.

Rutland Mary Mims Brooks Wes Woking Carmen Lee Hierdsgrene

Exams for Teachers Set for June Time Frame

The article notes exams for teachers will be scheduled in June after the summer term. It mentions several dates and venues, with teachers allowed to take the tests if they meet certain conditions and potential adjustments for junior examinations.

Pomerot Coonty Srhom NK. Wagner Desweiers Secon

Potatoes and people fill a county meeting scene

A garbled report mentions Megs County activities with references to meetings, residents and officials. Names such as Lewis and McQuigg appear among scattered places and events. The fragment hints at community concerns, public access, and a televised arena appearance, but specifics remain unclear.

Pomerct Ganee Oman Statiens Immedier

Burial for W A Race in Pomeroy amid family, town

A long obituary records W A Race’s life and ties to Pomeroy, noting his youth, service, and civic links. It details his decline and death, with family in Columbus and local figures attending, plus references to his years of public service and burial plans in Pomeroy.

Pomeroy Mer Wesley A Bomphel Lancaster Olierr Harvey Columbus Race Alves Ceasty Cher Cute Wist Stade Doug Ciirer Mate Vie T.sy Bartiey Jake Mere Face Eres Porrenk Durness Babetads Homer Comets Tor Reece George Teberan

Troy Grangers Set Meeting To Discuss Local Problems

OOOLV LLE May 4 Troy Grangers plan a Saturday meeting in Coolville to discuss current problems and community concerns on Rock Street. Members and guests including families and local residents attend, with reports on expenses, property matters, and future plans for the Grangers club.

Troy Grangers Coolville Troy Granga Cceek Emizee Ty C W. E

Methodists Meet Courtroom Event at Peers

The Methodist gathering at the Meigs Commissioner’s Quarterly Contest is set for May. The morning session will include a 6 o’clock entry, with a screening of the film “Law We Forget” at 10. The event aims to highlight community issues and civic engagement.

Bere Tiurster Cork

Legion Beats Firemen Perty Tease Ale Wine Over Pier the Company POMEROY

In a Midport league context, the contest featured Legion and Firemen with noted players and a tense finish. Several local figures, including Everett Davis and Halie Zerklie, were present, while the school events highlighted a Friday closure and community attendance at the funeral of Sopitie Nest.

Pomeroy Midvdlepor Mestiv Moore Kom Mere Everett Davis Halie Zerklie Teesday Sight Echwol Fricay Harry Andrew Mise Cora Rebimeon Coin Gallipolis

Sharpsburg Community Notes On Cold Spring Weather And Visitors

A weather affected note from Sharpsburg reports a cold spring with poor fruit prospects. Local residents including Mr Frask Bardin and Mr and Mrs Harriz hosted guests and attended services. Several visits, a revival in Athens, and school term wrapups appear among family gatherings and community events.

Carlos Harriz Howard Harvis James Bererios Columbus Amd Lilian Rattin Warne Higerios Outer Thersder Lecta Strede J. ThecPeak Gear Eliot Liserty Lrne Herris Henry Burns Misa Deicy Lilian Bardin Aoe George Thompson Carmel Germes Chester Lawrence Herrelé Chester Mary Lester Margaret Eves Laurence Ceri Flora Hanson Lemuel Elves Goldie Hazel McCune Leonard Whine Clare Caldwell Garret Sedgwick Daisy Ort Gernet Sedrick Daisy Burns Mt. Carmel Mies Ath

Local notes from Bedford area families and visitors

A lengthy community column lists numerous Bedford residents and visitors. It notes births in May, moving plans, relatives visiting in Nelsonville and Shade, and gatherings with the Hines, Whaley, and Hart families. Several attendees travel to Shade for a high school graduation, and others spend Sundays with kin in Athens, Pomeroy, and Columbus.

Florence Jowers Cirrée Smith Shade Clyde Scott Jack Sankey Lene Hines Pomeroy Charles Hines Julia Blackwool Muri Hart Margeret Bailes Dorothy Gien Hanford Richards Darrel Jefers Columbus Delph

Curious Cat Rewrites Litter Tale in Old Timey Note

Local reader describes a cat named Cheries Caldwell bes mother of four kittens and one kitten that behaves like a rabbit. The note wonders how the unusual rabbit kitten joined the litter and why the mother cat treats it like her others. No clear explanation offered.

Cheries Caldwell

Graham Chapel Raick Patterson Sermon At Graham Chapel

Graham Chapel Raick Patterson filled his appointment here Sunday morning and evening. This was his last to caap.

Cora Hawk Ralph Patterson Clarks Chapel Ruth Woodrow Pershing Bryc Rochard Willem Evelyn Gaston Raick Patterson Caap

Lefty Richards Throws No-Hitter in Coast League Tryout

Lefty Richards, who had a tryout with the Los Angeles Coast League team, pitched a no-hit game but Pasadena Sportlands fell 6 to 2 as his teammates tired in the later innings.

Lefty Richards Pasadena Sportlands

No. 67 Is Not Too Old Tron Brings Back Pep

The note describes renewed pep as Tron boosts strength after seven vinos and tonic, reviving taste and energy. It highlights improved vigor and a comeback feeling, with a playful tone about regaining zest.

Tron

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