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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1940

Page

7

Carleton Returns From Cubbies Trail To Brewers

Brooklyn figures Tex Carleton, once a Cubs holdover, could boost Milwaukee after joining from the Dodgers. Henry Bendinger and Larry MacPhail recall past deals, with Carleton rehabbing a wrist and showing promise at Clearwater. Newt Kimball and Dolph Camilli noted as Brooklyn assets in the shifting majors.

Harry Grayson NEA Service Sports Baltor New York Brooklyn Milwaukee Tex Carleton Lisle Hamlin Whitlow Wyatt Tot Presenetl Newt Kimball Carleton Dodgers Cubs Brewers Texan Christian Dine Horned Frog Milwaukee ‘Club Ocala Larry MeePhail Tenn Larry MacPhail Carleton Waukee Henry Bendinger Whit Wyatt Henry Las Jenry Carlete Milway Middie Beause Ibad Jerans Larry Hell Cincinna O. K Tex Clearwater Teal Hugh Casey Big Three Newt Kim Ball Leo Durocher Dolph Camilli Babe Phelps Chicago Otter Pastures

Logan Shooter Among Winners in Grove City Rifle Event

Ted Folger of Cincinnati tops the field with ten championships in the Grove City Rifle Club's third annual meet. Fred Faking Jr. of Columbus wins the two-man team event, while Jacoby of Logan claims another listed prize in the same competition.

Counmes Item Grove City Sportsment Ted Folger Cincin Tom Warwick Hamilton Elton Twosman Fred Faking, Jr Columbus de, Jacoby Logan

Birthdays Observed At Chauncey Sunday Party

Mrs. Asa Canter hosted a surprise birthday gathering Sunday for her husband and relatives Norma Jean Savage and Jackie Savage. A three course chicken dinner followed by gifts and music featured guests from Wells ton Chauncey and surrounding households.

Chauncey Asa Canter Herusband Norma Jean Savage Jackie Savage Adorace Barber Jo Anne Bobby Barer George Staten Carolyn Ann Sheeran Kay Wellston Lewin Canter Jimmie Selber Raymond Savage Norma Jean Tackle Frederick Thomas Deal Waller Lanning Jerry Dorothy Robinson Delbert Erma Faye Williard Canter

Present Program for County Home Chauncey Chauncey Visit

Miss Eleanore Gif ford led a Carbondale group and Wayside Cathedral members in a Sunday afternoon religious program at the County Home Chapel Chauncey for residents. A screen presentation showed how the Bible is made and offered a pictorial backdrop to the service.

Chauncey Eleanore Gifford Carbondale Wayside Cathedral Cincinnat

Birth Announcement for Roft Leroy Haynes in Floodwood

Parents Mr and Mrs Rey Haynes announce the birth of a 9 pound son Roft Leroy Haynes at their home in Floodwood on Sunday April 26. Grandparents are Lala McConan and Sidney Haynes of Chauncey.

Chauncey—Sr Rey Haynes der Mae Lowers Chauncey Ro Ft Leroy Flood ‘Wood Stra Lala

Birth of John Robert Shrieve in The Plains

The Plains notes announce the birth of an eight pound son named John Robert to Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Shrieve on Thursday April 25 at their Lower Plains home. Grandparents listed include Mr. and Mrs. Coon and Mrs. Shrieve.

the Plains Hubert Shrieve Plains John Robert Gran Arents Eas Coon Nelwayn Chauncey Fred Gah Orley Shrieve Plaine Hel Lower Plains Sill John Potts Cerbe

Derby defeat shakes odds for Preakness title chase

New York AP report recalls Bimelech’s Derby loss to Gallahadion at Churchill Downs. Gallahadion, ridden by Bierman, delivered a strong stretch run to upset Bimelech, while Gallahadion’s backers saw a near record payoff. Gallantion’s strong showing fuels speculation he may challenge Bimelech again at Pimlico.

Gayle Talbot NEW York Bimelech Idle Hour Farm Pimlicott Bim Gallanadion Churchill Downe Freddie Smith Teac Robabily Gallan Gallahadion Gallant Gallahadion

O. U. Netters Frozen Out in Weekend Matchups

The Wisconsin and Ohio University netters faced a rough weekend with several key players highlighted. Bobcat stars Hang and Seemorg led the team in losses as they traveled to play Western State and Michigan opponents.

Werth Cleveland Seuakington Cottege Tala Munklen Bi Rose Red Hang Oni Glen Ngeke Coren Seemorg Boycat Tora Michigan Wayne Unies Techera Tino

One Change Made in Elks Alley

Fort Wayne Indiana sixth weeks of firing in the Elks National Bowling Tournament ended with a change in leaders. Cleveland bowlers J Kissoff and T Pochta took third in doubles with 1290. Houston Texas player J Arla and Cleveland R Rice tied for first in singles with 701s. Final standings show Steubenville Lodge No. 231 first 3029 all events, Wooster Lodge No. 1346 second 1987, with other placements noted.

Fort Wayne Ind T. Pochta J. Kissoff Cleveland J. Arla Houston Tex R. Rice Steubenville Wooster H. O'Brien Watertown Wis J. Dohands Fremont

Twilight track debuts as Bobcats host Ohio Wesleyan

Ohio University hosts the twilight track debut in Athens, with the Bobcats facing Ohio Wesleyan after a win last Saturday. Field events begin at 6 pm and running events at 6:30 pm, as coach W H Herbert tests a new format and assesses quarter milers and current sprint strength against a strong Bishop squad.

Ohio Ward Kahn Ohio University Athens Bobcats W. H. Herbert Theeves Baldwin-Wallace Delaware Bath Galleher Dick "Hartman Bishop Frites Yellow Jackets

Aged County Ward Found Dead in Chauncey Area

Aged County Ward was found dead Sunday afternoon in a field near Sand Ridge Chauncey. Coroner Pritchard investigated and the body was sent to a funeral home. He had been missing since last Wednesday and had resided at the County Home for 33 years with no known relatives. Curfew to Ring at 9 Tonight in Chauncey.

Chauncey Sand Ridge Frank Ferrer Stephenson Daughert Pritchard Cdy

Streaking Standings Sparked by Briez Yesterday

A cluttered box of baseball and score notes shows Cincinnati over New York 2 to 1, Boston 1, and Pittsburgh 1, with Cleveland leading Boston and Chicago trailing Philadelphia 5 to 4. Yankee talk centers on shifting rosters, hitters, and managerial plans as Detroit, St Louis, and Washington feature in midseason fantasy and mockups.

Cincinnati New York Boston Fittaburgh Cleveland Chicago Philadelphia Detroit Wamington Muwauker Indianayotia St. Paul Kaniane Cy Ames Nathonatew York St. Louis Boatin Ilanorah Ownner Stouts Washington Association Columbus Milwausen Louisvile Minneapolis Oledo Kansas City Indianapolis

Friendship Bible Band Meeting at High Street Church

Miss Eva Ferrel will host a midweek meeting at her High Street home for the Friendship Bible Band of the Church of Christ. Tass president Mrs Exman Butts will lead the business session followed by a social program and refreshments prepared by the hostess and assistants.

Chauncey Eva Ferrel High St Tex Friendship Bible Blane Church of Christ Snd Tass Exman Butts

Burhl Strode Ends Friday Night Tragedy Near Chauncey

Chauncey area youth Burhl Strode age 29 son of Charles T and Leonn McPeak Strode of Mt Hermon died by self inflicted gunshot late Friday while driving near his home. Body taken to Cheswell for funeral Monday afternoon. Survived by parents two sisters Vera Walker of Columbus and Lenore at home.

Chauncey Strode Charles T Leonn McPeak Strode Mt. Hermon I Inas Vera Walker Columbus Lenore

Reds Rally Over Giants And Phils In Close Games

Cincinnati rode two errors to a 3-2 victory over the Giants as McKechnie’s crew showed grit. Norman Young and Harry Danning sparked a seventh inning rally against the Phillies, with Goetz and Walters scoring on misplays to seal a 3-2 win. Prince Hal held Cincinnati to ten hits as Lonnie Frey and Danning both contributed key plays.

Boston Red Sox Cleveland Indians Sox Tribe Chicago White” Sox Philadelephi Athletics Basseman Norman Young Harry Danning Giants Cincinnati Reds New York Bucky Walters Phillies Boseton Bees Pittnehurgh Pirates Cincinnati Lady Luck Phils Reds Bill McKechnie Kirby Highe Isaab Cinciuneti Norman Young Harry [Danning Rede Mike” McCarmick Lonnie Frey Nick Piel Young Walters Werber Anning Danning Frey Larry Goetz

Lalich Set to Pitch as Buckeyes Meet Ohio U in Columbus

Powellanen, sophomore right hander with strong late season form, will start for Ohio State as Ohio University visits Columbus for a 4 p.m. game. The matchup pits the Buckeyes against the Owls with Ohio State aiming to continue recent pitching momentum.

Powellanen Tert Ohio University Ohio State Columbus

Rome Second To Marietta In Athens County Track Meet

Rome High School placed second in a triangular track event with Marietta and Belpre as Marietta dominated, Rome scoring in pole vault, shot put and relays led by Gas ton Maxwell Frisby Bobo Campbell McCune Carsey. CHAUNCEY church services noted with Seventh Day Adventist Ginsier taking nine byes to Saturday and a Logan trip for further services.

Inea Athens County Rome Trian Marietta Lan Lancaster Gaston Maxwell Frisby Bobo Campbell McCune Carsey Tome Marita Belpre Stewart Chauncey Bridey Cit Ginsier Comer University High School Ghauncey Onford Minin John David Chauncey Church Carl Craig Glouster Church Davidson

Mrs Bertha Sanders Hosts Bridge Club Night

Mrs Bertha Sanders hosted the Friday Bridge Club at her Chauncey home. Lizzie Patton won high score, Dessie Smart was second with tray, Florence Howard came in low, and celebrations for Eleanor Sharick and Garnet Blower marked the evening with handkerchief shower gifts.

Chauncey Bertha Oanter Lizzie Patton Dessie Smart Florence Howard Mex. Sanders Eleanor Sherick Margaret Simpkins Helen Sanders Lierie Patton Eleanor Sharick Jessie Smart Garnet

Chauncey District Social and Personal News

Mrs. Thomas Uckley Chauncey is caring for her father George Williams who is recovering from pneumonia. Mrs. Clarence Shaw and Mrs. Della Shaw visited Mrs. Einsma Ganrie. Bessie Moore and Gracie Burchfield are recovering from influenza. Clar ence Millen of Chill is visiting at Emory Hilen’s home. Catharine Courtney of Nelsonville and Made Shore and Glaze Thomson of Columbus were guests of Rev. and Mrs. Gilbert Courtney for dinner. Bert Reeves of Nelsonville and Jack Reeves of Haydenville visited Chauncey guests the Marsh al Lawrence Reeves and family Converse Street.

Chauncey Thomas Uckley New England George "Williams Hige Ri Clarence Shaw Mra Della Shaw New Marshfield Road Einsma Ganrie Lower Plains Bessie Moore Gracie Burchfield Clarence Millen Veterans Home Allmanth Uve Emory Hilen Millfield Mise Catharine Courtney Nelsonville Misa Shore Thomson Columbus Gilbert Courtney Bert Reeves Jack Reeves Haydenville Marshal Lawrence Reeves Converse St

Return Home for Chauncey Man After Hospital Stay

Joan Lester Chauncey has returned from St Francis Hospital Columbus after a three month stay. The 78 year old underwent a surgical procedure and is reportedly making a good recovery. He was accompanied on the trip home by his son A B Lester of Chauncey.

Chauncey Joan Lester St. Francis Hospital Columbus A.B. Lester

Indians Tighten Standings Ahead of Red Sox Duel in Cleveland

The Cleveland Indians press toward first place in the American League as they beat Boston for a three game advantage while Hal Trophy rejoins the lineup after a five day absence. Catcher Frankie Pytiik accepts the club’s $8,000 weekly salary and awaits reinstatement. Mel Harder declares spring readiness and pitches in batting practice as the team eyes the key stretch.

Puston Cleveland Indians Boston Red Sox Indians Hal ‘Trophy Miness Frankie Pytiik Fonty Eligibilly Tay Mel Harders Brental

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