4H Clubs Active With Reorganization and Meetings
Pomeroy May 18 Many 4-H clubs have held activities in the past two days. Upper Plains reorganized with Mrs A H McClain as leader, now in its fourth year with 45 members. Chester Clothing Club led by Miss Nola Knight has 249 members in its sixth year. Hemlock Grove Sheep Club is a new six-member group led by Porter Midkif. On June 5 a major meeting for farmers, stock raisers and poultrymen is planned at Carpenter Experiment Farm to discuss alfalfa, sweet clover, clover and soy bean growth, plus sheep and poultry inspection and expert talks. Two beef cattle producer meetings are set for May 25 at Center and Aug 23 at Morrisonville with Ohio University specialists L P McCann and others detailing stocking profits and marketing wool. Sheep specialists from Ohio State University, L A Kaufman, will discuss wool demand, foreign wool preferences, and market prospects, with fleeces shown. Dates listed include May 28 and May 29 at various locations. Pittsburg note indicates Mrs Dan Shay and daughter Nosa of Pomeroy and Mrs Gordon of Minersville traveled to Dutshareh Friday. Mrs Shay's visiting her daughter-in-law Mrs Paul whose husband is injured, and the trip reflects local business shifts as Pittsburgh Coal Company relocates staff.
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Pomeroy
Miss Knight
Hemlock Grove
Porter
Midkif
Carpenter Experiment Farm
Tambia
Inter
George W. Kreitler
Statem
Morrisonville
L. P McCann
Ohio University
Kreitler
L. A. Kaufman
Ohio State
University
Kaufman
J. A. Tuveners
Point Rock
Miner's
Dexter
JV. Davis
Balera Center
Suffering Ends for Konjola Patient in Five Years
A. C. Druggan of 122 West Rich Street Columbus credits Konjola with ending five years of health trouble. He says relief came quickly from torpid liver dizziness swelling left side and pain. After four bottles his liver functions improved and energy returned. Konjola sold at Athens Me Nica’s Drug Store and by local druggists regionwide.
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Konjola
A. C. Druggan
West Rich Street
Columbus
Athens
MeXicea
Beatrice Wright seeks divorce and support for five minors
May 18. Beatrice Wright wife of Jacob Wright of eve's Tune sues for divorce custody of five minor children and alimony. Wright, jailed at Ohio Penitentiary since January term for shooting with intent to wound and kill. Attorneys note possible state aid for dependents of convicts. Also mentions Reverend Wacwili of Cincinnati preaching events at Peart Street through weekend.
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Pomeroy
Beatrice Wright
Jacob Wright
Eve’s
Tune
Ohio
Hime
Wright
Most Complete Whisky Distillery Seized in Athens County Raid
Sheriff and deputies seized a large whisky operation believed to be the most complete distillery found in Athens County. Officers recovered 78 gallons of whisky and charred barrels, with mash and still components. The raid led to arrests, ongoing investigations, and the seizure of equipment near the Washington line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens County
Willian Williams
Warne Wingett
Wilson Peekhiton
Willian Lew
Athens
Roepper
Inshington
Rele Whaley
Washington
Dirsetly Senay
Scout meeting notes highlight Athens troop event
Ray Seiut notes for H T Shitlips of Athens with Troop 4 at a Scout meeting at Christian Church at 7 o clock. The program featured cooking tests track ing mature study and second class work. Troop 7 and 4 hosted by Troop 2o with Troop 2o winning the campfire event 7 to 4 and a day of games. Scoutmaster s given and an overnight stay in the cabin under JL Dupler. An over night hike to the scout cabin near Strouds Finn next Friday announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. T. Shitlips
Athens
Christian Chunicht
Directioy JL. Dupler Troan
Stroud
Finn
Masons to honor eleven members in Qader 80 years
Eleven Athens Masons will be presented jewels by the Grand Lodge of Ohio at Paramythia Lodge open meeting Tuesday night at 7 o clock. Honorees include Andrew W Ulom a member since 1865 James D Brown since 1867 Mathew J Dickson since 1869 Cincinnati s McLean since 1870 William H Brown since 1871 George Walker since 1871 Frank W Gibson since 1874 James A Palmer since 1875 Charles W Sewell since 1870 Eli Roush since 1877 Leroy Bean since 1877 and Prof Hiram Roy Wilson of the Ingenlive Department of Ohio University will give the address. A short program of music recitations and talks will be included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Grand Lodge of Ohio, FL & A.M
Paramythia Lodge
Andrew W. Ulom
James D. Brown
Mathew J. Dickson
McLean
Springtime Play Invites City to Cheerful Youth Show
In Middleport on May 18 pupils from Che Meare Street School presented Springtime Play featuring songs, dances, and readings in lively, bright performances. The program, directed by Pearl Street, included numerous solo and group numbers by first through seventh graders with awards announced for typing and shorthand tests.
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Middleport
Che Meare Street
Sehbool
Phursiliy & Ning
Ehlleeer
Pearl Street
Fs Savent
Peache
Humpy
May Tyath
Bill Marjorie Murth
Annie Margaret Hayes
Pollywog
Redatloi
Chas, Reush
Rodney Hines
Dorotl
Go Peep
Doris Walburo
Alicen van Cooney
May Area
Legaret Haye Bana
Dori Gibbs
Junior Cris
Betty Hoot
Tess
G. Annie Mar
Cocden
Unpaid Invoices Highlight City Water Department Finances
The April city financial report shows Water Department unpaid invoices totaling 549.49 with 675.11 overdraft after disbursements. Cash on hand at month start 511.72. April receipts 255.50. disbursements 625.47. Other funds report small balances and no April activity in tax funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Mason
City Service Department
Department of Public Service
Athens
Department of Automobile Registration
Students enjoy a Gypsy Hike at East Hill Friday night
Twenty five students from Ohio University attending the First Methodist Episcopal Church enjoyed a Gypsy Hike to East Hill on Friday night. They toasted marshmallows and hot dogs over an open fire, then sang around the camp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
First Methodist Episcopal Church
East Hill
Republican Women Seek New Members Drive at Tea
On May 18 the PC County Republican Women’s Club is running an intensive membership drive culminating with a silver tea at the Old Inn on Wednesday afternoon from 1:30 to 4:30. The group joined the Chin Council of Republican Women and charges 25 cents annually, including a copy of The Republican Woman magazine edited by Mrs. Pearl Grahamson. Miss Cady Whaley, president, urges county Republican women to attend and invite friends. several notable out-of-town guests are expected as refreshments are served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PC County Women's Republian Club
Old Inn
Chin Council of Republican Womenna
The
Pearl Grahamson
Middleport
Olt Inn
Main Street
Banquet and Prom Planned for Middleport High School
Middleport May 18 Junior Senior banquet and prom set for Friday night in Knights of Pythias Hall at 6 pm. Seniors and faculty guests will be hosted by Junior Class. Pythian Sisters to prepare banquet. five piece band to play with GreenMae Gth Mossman and Tuswell named for dance. Huntor Class aided by sponsor Mrs Ralph Howell in raising funds.
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Middleport
Middleport J High School
Knights of Fythios Hall
Jelty
Chu
Pythian ‘Sisters
Mossman
Tuswell
Huntor
Ralph Howell
Earl Edwards Fined For False Registry
Earl Edwards was fined after using a hotel wing under a fictitious name and a magistrate filing an affidavit in his defense. A second charge alleges Edwards failed to provide for his minor child. bond was set at 290 dollars and he remained confined to the court until Saturday morning.
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Edwards
Harry Dalton Latur
Carl Tl. Porter
Dateton
Strate’s
Deli Edwards
Julien
Famous Engineer Victim of Blast
Henry Marcus Lane a renowned U S construction engineer was killed in a blast at his Cincinnati home during an exam with his wife. Lane built the first cog railway and directed street railway projects in Providence Cincinnati Denver and other cities. Mrs Lane escaped injury as the blast struck the building. Meanwhile the Lucky Star Sewing Club met May 17 at Gladys and Helen Wiseman home with four membership rules adopted under Dorothy Beebe and plans for next week.
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Celtiv
U./RI
Clir
Henry Marcus Lane
Cincinnati
United States
Lee
Lane
Providence
BR L
Denver
Lucky Star Dh Sewing Club
Gladys
Helen Wiseman
Dorothy Beebe
Jucile Mitchell
Spirit Medium The Truth or Nothing
Willard, a famed spirit medium, claims a unique power to aid people in love, home, law, and business. She offers instant relief and lasting guidance on jobs, finances, and personal matters, promising insights into relationships, marriage, and courtship to win enduring affection.
Will Celebrate 52 Years of Marriage
The completion of years of married life will be celebrated by Mr. and Mrs. Ira Haning of Alexander Township at their home. A reunion of their children and friends will be held next Sunday at noon. Mr. and Mrs. Haning were married in Meigs County. Seven children are listed, with six living. A daughter Cara died of influenza at a young age. There are grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mrs. Haning is 79 years old and Mr. Haning 87. The couple has long been retired from farming.
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Mro
Ira Haning
Alesander Township
WLM
Soville
Haning
Meics County
Lunion
Ising
Riley Tippie
Shade
Mrsliana Marlin
Pieasanton
el Haning
Luhrix Melvin Cuteler
Athens
William Pratt
Toledo
Goldie Harris
Cara
Euphtheria
Mrr. Haning
Hanning
Mr. Haning
Three Men Arrested in Athens County Liquor Roundup
A roundup of alleged violators of the liquor laws by Athens County officers led to the arrest of Uhres McAfee, William Jawhs, and A V Whale. Two jugs of whisky were found at McAfee’s Foster Place home. Magistrate Porter set arraignments for Saturday with bail at 1500 dollars and 300 dollars for separate charges. Whale pleaded not guilty and was bound over to common pleas.
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Athens
Uhres
Charles McAfer
William Jawhs
McAfee
Foster Place
William Willams
Harry Luaiton
Wilson Ator
Carl H. Porter
Lonn
Williams
William Lewis
Washington County
Wilson
Ator
Porter
Dorie
Whale
Magrate Porter
Common Pleas Court
Crow-Head Bounty Payments Rise in Mesas County
May 1 report shows Mesas County treasury disbursed 63 for 272 crow heads from May 14 to May 17. Crows arrive in great numbers from West Virginia, supporting ongoing head-hunting activity as the season nears exhaustion with funds remaining.
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Pomeroy
Mesas County
West Virginia
Henty
Meins County
Browork
Powell Buys Thompson Home In Rutland
Ben Powell longtime Rathburn store clerk purchases Thompson property from Thompson widow for a home. The two story brick on a main thoroughfare is described as the finest residence in town with grounds. Linus Hogue previously ran the property in prection. Bank Savings Co sues Bumer Reegin and Arthur Rees for 2000 secured by mortgage on realty. Saturday.
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Rutland
Ben Powell
Chi
Rathburn
Iis
Snew
Thompson
Mr i Thompson
Linus Hogue
Gan FY Fooleroy
Marning
Triars Bank Savings Company
jBumer Reegin
Arthur Rees
Reegin Brothers
Fire destroys half of Junction City brick plant
An investigation by Welfare Director Griswall and Deputy Warden Blosser into a Wednesday fire at Junction City found no definitive cause. Deputy Blosser suspected arson, while officials announced an immediate rebuild with fireproof brick and cleanup work to begin.
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R. FP Columuus
Ital
Steal Flowers in Middleport Reported
May 18 thefts cover many places with garden blooms taken sometimes at night and bushes damaged. In Middleport reports note flowers and shrubs stolen amid general mid spring thievery. Local incidents also include a Cradle of the American Revolution group gathering hosted by Mrs. O H Stewart and Mrs. Homer Galronner with Miss Jemma Jacobs presiding. A junior program was offered and refreshments served. In Pomeroy on May 15 Samuel Hardwick a 47 year old inmate of the County Home diagnosed insane by Probate Court was moved to Athens State Hospital.
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Middleport
Children of the Cradle of the American Revolution
The
Db. A. R
O. H. Stewart
Homer Galeronner
Stewart
Jemma. Jacobs
Galbronner
Pomeroy
Samuel Hardwick
Athens Statt Hospital
Special Board Will Act in Building Case
The Athens Board of Adjustment, led by the mayor and City Council, will meet Monday night before the council session to decide on Retiners Oil Company’s plan to build a new musouan fling station on Mast State Street on Mrs. M. S. Singies ground. Safety Director Franz Woodworth halted immediate erection under the Athens Building Code. The Board, created to handle such cases, will decide whether to sustain Woodworth’s order and the council will announce the outcome.
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Athens Board of Adjustment
Republie
Mast State Street
Retiners Oil Company
M.S. Singies
Franz Woodworth
Athens
Iin
Woodworth
Soaneil
Chicken dinner at Baptist Church Wednesday evening
Middleport locals note a 3 to 7 pm chicken dinner at the Baptist Church. Mrs. Fred Crary entertained her bridge club Friday. Several residents traveled to Columbus and Huntington for visits, business, and shopping. A birth and health updates appear among ongoing family news and a medical notice at the end.
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George W. Kreiiler
Pittsritgt
Dan Bhay
Nose
Vomeroy
Gordon
Miners- File
Duttshareh Priday
Shay
Paul
Took
New Pittsbursh Corl Company
Der
IR. A. C. Druggan
Kites
Mold
Middleeo
Waclwili
Igh
New Hoof Peart Street
Sunda
Warning Bell
Ray Seaut
Masons
Qader
Peart Street School
Veal
Ruth McKinley
Pratclemy
Ruby Tracey
Bertha Mai Brickles
Mary BE. Viehter
Bertha Mas Brickies
Louise Olinger
Hortense Wess
Marlo Erlewine
Phillis Payne
Barry
NEA Pomeroy
W. Johnson
Melvin Johnson
Thomas Fork
Witl
Downington Uir
Wells Cemetery
Pinsterwald
Bert
AIKE
Apmial
Prthias Hall
Earl Edwards
MapaMme
State Street
Violet Flats
Enemgy
Yen Powell
M Thompson
Omrpson
Goodyear
Goodrich
Ajax
Delco
Buick Co
Pomeroy Nelconville
Whaley Dental Rooms
Baptist Church
Fred Crary
Bridge Club
Lawrence Bing
Robert Stephen S
Charleston
W. G. Huddleston
W. G. Galbroner
Homer Galbroner
Detroit
Lee Boyd
Edward French
Huntington
Ates
William Hetteselmer
Evelyn Lichinger
Will Bradford
St. Joseph's Hospital, Parkersburg
Roy
Hort
Liepe Pharen Bay Ave
Mil
Columbia Avenue
Ong
Westinghouse Electric Iron
Westinghouse
Watchman Irons
Southern Ohio Electric Company
Nelsonville
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