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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1935

Page

6

Ohio Wesleyan President To Speak At Nelsonville

Nelsonville High School will hold its commencement Thursday night with Dr. Edmund Soper, president of Ohio Wesleyan University, addressing about 70 graduates. The week includes a union baccalaureate on Sunday, May 19, with Rev. R. F. Strickler delivering the sermon.

Nelsonville Edmund Soper Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware Nelsonville High School EB. J. Arnold High School R. F. Strickler Christian Church The L. 1. Grieg Elks Club

Farnums and Colum visitors noted in Nelsonville

Mr and Mrs Jim Farnum with Allie Lama were guests of friends in Nelsonville on Thursday. Mrs C A Stover traveled to Colum bus on Wednesday meeting her daughter Misa Lillian Stover returning from Warren after finishing a term as teacher in Southington High School. Mrs Dow Bowers and Misses Helen and Lucille Verity were in Colum bus on Thursday.

Nelsonville Jim Farnum Allie Lama Columbus C. A. Stover Misa Lillian Stover Warren Southington Dow Bowers Helen Lucille Verity

Williams Rites Held at Carbon Hill

Funeral services for Mrs. Fleasie Brooker Williams Longstreth were held at the Christian Church in Carbon Hill with Rev. R. F P. Strickler officiating. Hymns were sung by Mrs. Glenn Allen, Miss Beth Verity and Miss Eileen Patton, with Miss Elizabeth Shepard at the piano. Burial followed in Carbon Hill Cemetery.

Nelsonville Fleasie Brooker Williams Longstreth Christian Church Carbon Hill R. F P. Strickler Glenn Allen Beth Verity Eileen Patton Elizabeth Shepard

Preaching Services at Old Dexter Church Sunday

Mrs. Leah Weatherby will conduct preaching services at the Old Dexter Church on Sunday morning and evening in the current religious schedule.

Dexter Leah Weatherby

Baptismal Services To Be Held Sunday in Tuppers Plains

A union baptismal service will be conducted at 2 30 Sunday afternoon in the creek near the Orange Church for the L. B. Charge including Tuppers Plains South Bethel Fairview Lottridge and Asbury Chapel. Applicants are welcome for baptism regardless of denomination. Preaching at South Bethel at 1 00 pm and at Fairview at 8 00 pm.

Tuppers Plains Creek Orange Tuppers Plains L. B South Bethel Fairview Lottridge Asbury Chapel

Columbus Athenian Club entertains junior members

A party of junior club members was hosted by the Columbus Athenian Club at the home of Miss Irma Fulwider, 1344 Hamlet Street, Columbus. Members and guests from Columbus and Athens attended, including Mrs. Rosa Hill and Miss Robinson among others.

Columbus Irma Fulwider Hamlet Street Rosa Hill Carrie Waters Minnie Coffman Ella Pennell Eliza Frazee Clara Richardson Grace Bowers R. H. Thompson Nita Fulwider Anna Fulwider Lola Clark Lola Clark, Miss Robinson Athens Elmer Thompson

Pension Tax Stall Dims Pension Funding Prospects

Lawmakers debate financing pensions as proposed tax hikes would raise funds. Rep. Wintzer says roads suffer no need for more cuts while Rep. Christy criticizes administration action. A two day window looms to craft a temporary pension plan or risk months without payment.

Carl F. Wintzer Auglaize Ohio Davey Thomas A. Christy Monroe Christy

Haydenville Man Honored At Surprise Birthday Dinner

Mrs Harold Allen hosted a surprise birthday dinner for her husband with guests including Mr and Mrs Frank Allen Mr and Mrs Harry Swaim Nellie Allen and Jo Ann Bougher. The item also notes church and community events and local visits.

Haydenville Harold Allen Frank Allen Harry Swaim Nellie Allen Jo Ann Bougher G. C. Nutter M. E. Church Lancaster William Achauer Cherrington Hospital Helen Evans Epworth Epworth League Murray City Willard Lee Canaanville Tom Fling John Carpenter Matheny G. ©. Nutter Athens Ohio University Kings Heralds Hutchens Vern Robinette Millfield

United States Faces China in Davis Cup Qualifier

The U S and China opened a five match Davis Cup second round qualifier to determine a North American rep to face the European winner in the semifinals. Bryan Grant J Budge and Gene Mako lead the American side against Sin Kie Kho and Guy Cheng in four singles and one doubles. Rain halted play at Gambier Ohio Wesleyan as Kenyon College led 2 1.

Mexico D. F United States China Bryan M. Grant, Jr J. Donald Budge C. Gene Mako Sin Kie Kho Guy Cheng

NCAA Track Meet Planned for Berkeley in June

Berkeley, Calif will host the NCAA track and field championships this June. Details remain unclear as schedules and events are finalized. The meet is expected to attract top college athletes nationwide seeking national titles.

Berkeley Calif National Collegiate Athletic Association

Plan Service For Parents Plan Service For Parents

Nelsonville Methodist Church schedules a Sunday 10 30 a m sermon by Rev H A Rothrock titled Parents Wages with home visitation for older members. An afternoon 4 p m vesper service features Bremen children led by Mrs Rena Stuart with Mrs Evelyn McCandlish on piano. Epworth League at 6 p m hosts a Mothers Day program. no evening service.

Nelsonville Methodist Episcopal Church H. A. Rothrock M. EB Bremen Rena Stuart Evelyn McCandlish Epworth League

Public Enemy Goes to Death in Texas Execution

Nervous Hamilton faced execution with fading hopes of escape as he entered the chair. He spoke his last words denying ties to a Hillsboro murder, while a vanity lingered over his attire and missing suspenders. His body was sent to Dallas at his mother’s request. Palmer’s to San Antonio.

Hamilton Hillsboro, Tex Dallas Desperado Steve Davis Palmer San Antonio

Girl Scouts to Hold Overnight Hike Friday

Athens Girl Scouts Troop Five plans an overnight hike from 4 p.m. Friday to noon Saturday under Miss Mildred Hammond and Miss Kathleen Darby. They will hike to Camp Rotan, carrying Friday night dinners and Saturday morning breakfasts, with outdoor cooking and games.

Athens Mildred Hammond Kathleen Darby Camp Rotan

Nudism Breaks Family Ties Court Testimony and Divorce Sought

In Los Angeles Adele Farnum testifies that her husband forced nudist camp visits and struck her after she refused. She seeks divorce and a thousand dollars monthly alimony while holding her four month old daughter Melinda in court.

Adele Farnum Los Angeles

Band Boosters Plan Activities in Nelsonville

The Band Boosters Club held a regular meeting at Nelsonville High School with president J. A. Lightfoot presiding. Plans announced for a lawn fete Saturday evening May 18 featuring the Logan and Nelsonville high school bands, and the annual picnic on Sunday May 26 at Pomeroy Road park.

Nelsonville J. A. Lightfoot Logan Pomeroy Road

Choir entertains guests at First Presbyterian Church

Nelsonville choir after rehearsal honors recent bride Mr Paul Weltzheimer and Miss Clara Margaret Galvin assistant organist. Gifts presented by Elizabeth Shafer. Guests include C W Janssen Athens Mary Louise Bowen Logan and Rev Lloyd Evans. Spring flowers decorate luncheon tables.

Nelsonville First Presbyterian Church Paul Weltzheimer Clara Margaret Galvin Elizabeth Shafer C. W. Janssen Athens Mary Louise Bowen Logan Lloyd Evans

Special Mother's Day Services at Nelsonville Church

Special services honor mothers at Nelsonville Church of the Nazarene 721.2 West Washington Street on Sunday May 12. The oldest mother will receive a gift. Schedule includes Sunday School 9:30 a.m. morning worship 10:30 a.m. N Y P S 6:30 p.m. evangelistic service 7:30 p.m. Cottage prayer meeting 7:30 p.m. Church prayer meeting 7:30 p.m.

Nelsonville Nelsonville Church of

Claude Shultz Dies In Barberton Hospital

Nelsonville report says Claude Shultz of Barberton son of Mr and Mrs Charles Shultz of Sand Run died Thursday in a Barberton hospital The body has been brought to Stouts Funeral Home Funeral arrangements are incomplete He is survived by his wife and two children

Nelsonville Claude Shultz Barberton Charles Shultz Sand Run Barberton Hospital Stout

Inspectors Visit Philadorian Lodge No. 157 in Nelsonville

The annual inspection of Philadorian Lodge No. 157 F A M was held at the Masonic Temple in Nelsonville. District Lecturer Schramm of Marietta attended as inspecting officer for the Grand Master, with C E Hoskins presiding as master and degree work demonstrated by lodge officers. Lunch followed the session.

Nelsonville Philadorian Lodge Masonic Temple Schramm Marietta C. E Hoskins

Birthday Party Honors Mrs. H. E. Wilson at Brooks Home

At 48 West Washington Street Mr. and Mrs. William Brooks hosted a surprise birthday party for Mrs. H. E. Wilson. The group played contract bridge with high scores awarded to Mrs. Fanny Gibson and Wallace Glenn, first, and Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Brooks, second. A refreshment course followed.

Nelsonville William Brooks West Washington Street H. E. Wilson Brooks Fanny Gibson Wallace Glenn F. M. Brooks

Chippewa Club to Meet Friday at Presbyterian Church

Nelsonville Chippewa Club schedules its regular gathering in the basement of the Presbyterian Church Friday at 7 p m. All members are urged to attend. The new preps will be present and a brief business session will follow.

Nelsonville Presbyterian Church

Funeral in Ness for James Nelson With Service Sunday

The funeral for James Nelson, son of Mr and Mrs. Nelson, will be held Sunday at 2 in the Reverenge Church with the Rev. pastor officiating. Burial will be in Mausoleum at Lanes, Columbus. Survived by husband, four years.

Nelso James Tie Smith Columbus City

Stars to Meet Masonic Group in Nelsonville Dinner

Nelsonville event announces a 6 PM dinner where the Stars will face the Masonic club in a social gathering. The evening features a favorite dish and implies an informal matchup or club activity.

Nelsonville

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