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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1940

Page

5

Official County Election Count May Change Results in Athens

Athens County officials began the official tally of votes from 73 precincts after a close run for county commissioner and other offices. Ray Bobo led Republicans, John Hope second. Bolin trailed by 36 votes. Democratic contenders Fred Burdian and Walker led before further counts. Bricker and Jenkins received complementary or opposed votes for governor and congress. Local preferences favored White for U.S. senator and Boyd for supreme court judge, while Davey led in the governor race in the county. Nora Atkinson and Rowe appeared set for party posts amid tight contests.

Athens Co John Hope Charles Bolin Athens County Board of Elections Contesta Ray Bobo Charles E. Bolin Fred Burdian Dru Ke Walker Walker William Sisson Re. W. Wileson Claudia E. Chappel Georgia Kilpatrick Chappel Kilpatrick John W. Bricker Thomas A Jenkins Dudley A. White U. Marshall George H. Bender Wate E. D. Schorr Schorr Joseph ‘T. ‘Tracy Robert R. Bangham Supreme Court Clinton D. Boyd Harry W. Jewell Harold G. Mosier John P. Kelso Peavy State Senate C. L Athens County Court of Appeals Metcalf Nora W. Atkinson E. Lepever L. Jordan Thomas A. Jenkins Ironton John Kelso Nelsonville JH. T. Phillips Athens Frank J. Peavy Marietta E. LeFever Glouster C. L. Jordan

Two Drivers Of One Auto Are Arrested

Two drivers of the same automobile were arrested on Route 50 after an incident Wednesday night. Patrolmen reported both men, Hashman and Alfred Carr, age 58 of Circle Hill, drinking and driving. Both were fined $100 by Mayor Cornell on Thursday morning. Carr fled after initial stop but was later apprehended when his car was stopped again. Hashman was left on the highway.

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Seven Honored At OU Senior Day Exercises

University students including two tenor soloists and five juniors were honored at the Senior Day exercises in Memorial Auditorium. The ceremony featured a banquet Friday and a program with vocal solos by Marjorie Taylor and Willam Evane, piano by Florine Marat, and a speech by Book on "the Last Chord of Civilization."

Cho Exercion Memoria David Abinewite Richard Baaleman Cleveland Duniors Robert Wertman Lakewood Youngstown Keya Elyria Frank Bausfoite Sidra John Methreas Youngstowns Enor Preadent Herman Eliam Reese Sere Memori Kudholom Donovan Ook Mana Alin Reaper Marjorie Taylor Florine Marat Willam Evane Ty Book Kresge

Claude Evans Defendant in $10000 Suit

Claude Evans is named in a $10,000 damage suit filed in Common Pleas Court by Charles McKinley, father of Eric McKinley, age two, of Youngstown. The lawsuit alleges that on September 5, 1933, the child was struck by Evans’ automobile as he exited an alley between Cornell's Dress Shop and the former A P store, causing a fractured femur, torn ligaments, severe shock, and general impairment. The plaintiff seeks $10,000 plus costs.

Common Pleas Charles McKinley Eric McKinley Youngtown Claude Evans Hudson Ave Athens McKinley Cornell

Ames Club Elects Officers for Amesville 4-H Chapter

The Amesville 4-H Club elected officers: President Catheryn White, vice president Gaynell Poston, secretary Mary Smith, treasurer Wanda Smith, recreation leader Hazel Brown, and news reporter Meredith Timmons. Brownie Troop 14 held a fly-up service with Anne Gentry Barbara Fierce and Lee Hawk earning Brownie Wings and moving to Mrs. M D Hughes Girl Scout Troop. This was Troop 14’s final meeting of the year.

Amesville 4-H Club Catheryn White Gaynell Poston Anne, Gentry Barbara I Fierce Lee Hawk M.D. Hughes

Graduates Listed From Greens Run Amesville Commencement

A long list of seniors from Greens Run and Amesville High Schools is named for Friday graduation ceremonies. The event featured speakers including Wilma Cooper and principal Donald Holsington as the rural communities send dozens to future schooling and careers. The article also notes a storm causing a roof collapse near Plattsburg, affecting a farm home and property.

Ineta Pedicord Carol Pierce Ethel Ph Pierce Katherine Pierce Fawna Quinn Gratin’ Sedwick Rebecca Smith Virginia Arlene McCann AL ‘Greens Delbert Betsnard Glenn Cannon Fontell Coey John Gwilym Raymond Kora Sophia” Lackey Clifford Ckey Thelma ‘Mackey Kath Anelleen McClelland Ellaabeth Paskle Wedvitch Francis Straushaugh Joe Nelihterbert Quick Junior Jourden Stanford University Richard French John Tllote Jean Church of Christ Buffalo N. Y Eiine John Crossen Joe Chaney Athens Donald’ Holsington K ‘Peaker Wilma Cooper Laura Dickson Ames-Bern Alva Everett Joan Johnston Doris Lash Rosa Wilbur Everett Bill Hines Bililline Mitchell Virginia Oxley Sasler Joe LaVelle Paul Linscott Mary Verity Helen ‘Marcum Vic- Raymond Mosler Weber “White Ginia Zimmerman Martha Know Sara” “Brown Naomi Creston Ton Louella Ince Louise Pauline Donaldson Dorothy Gil|Downs Ruth Zimmerman Ord Marie Hanser Dena John Martha’ Mae Kuhns Gladys Springfield Mayle

Athens County Voter Gratitude Expressed After Primary

A candidate thanks every voter in Athens County for Tuesday's vote and extends sincere appreciation to opponents for their cordial campaign. The speaker invites voters to meet personally and is open to meeting any time.

Athens

Scriven Elected President of Athens Junior Chamber

Scriven was chosen president of the Athens Junior Chamber of Commerce at a meeting held in the Sonic building rooms on the third floor. Officers for 1940 41 were elected including James Scriven as president and O T Williams as vice president with Cornwell and Paul Cotton filling key posts. The group outlined projects for the year such as Get Out the Vote campaign Community Chest activities and clean up campaigns plus sponsoring a shooting tournament and erecting entrance signs in Athens. The newly elected officers begin duties at the next meeting in June with Rev Fred Laidis presenting last summer’s film program.

Ons Junior Chamber of Commerce Misonic Jnmes Delmas Athens Jamon Scriven McBee Co O.T. Williams Ti-state Lumber Sromting Go Evra McBee’ Co Cornwell Direc Junk Co E- Paul Cotton Frank Nolan Schine Athena Theater Aanager Scott's

Navy Sound Pictures Free for Athens Area Groups

Navy Department announces free sound pictures of navy life for any group in Athens and adjacent counties. W H Byers of the Navy Recruiting Office in Athens handles arrangements. contact at the Post Office building, phone 999. Films run 10 minutes to 2 1-2 tours and available through June 1.

Navy Navy Life Travio U. S. Navy Department W. H. Byers Athens Byers Vinton Hocking Meigs Athia

Vore on Navy Leave Visits Hollister Home

Arnold M. Vore son of Basil and Sarah Vore Hollister is home on leave from the U S Navy announced by W H Byers Navy Recruiting Office Athol Vore enlisted Oct 10 1990 is rated as a third class firesman and serves on the USS Wyoming his leave expires May 20

Arnold M. Vore Sar Ara Basil Vore Hollister U.S. Navy W. H. Byers Navy Recruiting Office Vor Wyoming

Mayor Clift Cornell arrested for motor vehicle registration failure

The mayor Clift Cornell was arrested Wednesday night on a charge of failure to register a motor vehicle. State patrolmen with Nidway and inspectors for the Bureau of Motor Vehicles pursued the case, with authorities reporting recent enforcement actions.

Clift Cornell Hutson Nidway England

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