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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1947

Page

2

Sterilization Urged by Ohio Scientist at Kiwanis

Dr. F H Krecker of Ohio University urged state sterilization to curb crime and insanity, citing twin studies showing high crime and mental illness convergence in identical twins. He noted strong heredity links in cancer and explained linkage research for inherited traits and diseases. R Kenneth Kerr Jr sketched his soft drink bottling business before Dean F E J Taylor of the College of Applied Science attended.

F. H. Krecker Ohio University Kiwanis Club Krecker

Warner's Compound Still Serves After 70 Years

Warners Compound still serves as a reliable remedy for sluggish kidneys and related ailments. The ad touts Warner's Compound as a diuretic, offering 40 tablets for 75 cents or 60 tablets postpaid for one dollar, with a pamphlet "What You Should Know About Your Kidneys" from Warner's Remedies in Warren, Pa.

Warner Arren

OU Fund Grant Is Received By Professor Sherman

Ohio University acting psychology instructor Arthur W. Sherman Jr. today received a 225 dollar grant from the George Davis Bivin Foundation to study personality factors in the psychological weaning of college students. He calls it a continuation of his earlier Emancipation Status of College Students study. Sherman is a OU alumnus with a master's from Indiana University and joined the faculty a year ago. Two other OU faculty, Dr. Arthur H. Bickle and Dr. Myron T. Sturgeon, received grants of 250 and 150 dollars respectively for research on tree fern fossils and snail and lamp shell fossils.

Arthur W. Sherman, Jr Ohio University George Davis Bivin Foundation Sherman University of Indiana Ohio U Ohio University Fund, Inc Arthur H. Blckle Myron T. Sturgeon

Plane lands with minor damage. pilot unharmed

Norma Jean McCandless, an OU student pilot, landed at Ohio University Airport with the landing gear slightly damaged. The aircraft was repaired and back in service, according to airfield officials.

Ohio University Norma Jean McCandless

Psychiatrist discusses vet problems at Rotary Club

Ohio University psychology professor James R. Patrick warned Rotarians that 80 percent of veterans return without psychiatric issues but face adjustment failures due to impersonal government handling. He urged individualized aid and better job opportunities, citing Oklahoma City veteran offices as a model. H. O. Sedwick was introduced to the club.

James R. Patrick Ohio University Rotary Club Rotarians Patrick US Employment Service Oklahoma City H. O. Sedwick

University Faculty and Staff on Alumni Association Trip

Four Ohio University faculty members will attend Alumni Association meetings in Dayton and Detroit this weekend. Clark Williams will act as toast master in Dayton while Albert Gubitz speaks on Ohio University Today. George Banks will discuss the Ohio University Fund. Harold F. Wise will join Detroit events, speaking on football prospects at the Mid-American Conference gathering and at a Detroit Engineers Club dinner meeting to reorganize the alumni group.

Ohio University Alumni Association Dayton Detroit Mich Clark Williams Ohio University Fund George Banks Albert Gubitz Williams Gubitz Banks Ine Harold F. Wise Engineers’ Club Rackham Building Wise

Sheltering Arms Hospital Admissions and Discharges

Admitted Mrs. Georgia Waldeck Glouster for observation and Mrs. Garnet Seckinger Jackson ville for observation. Discharged Mrs. Mayr Kennard and her son from New Marshfield, Mrs. Lillian Wright from Buchtel, and William Runyon from Athens.

Georgia Waldeck Glouster Observation Garnet Seckinger Jacksonville Mayr Kennard

Home Ec Honorary Elects Officers

Lorraine Weaver of Cincinnati was elected president of Ohio University's Phi Upsilon Omicron chapter. Other officers include Dorothy Raine Huntington W Va vice president Doris Jeffers Radcliff corresponding secretary Ruth Ellen Newhart Salem recording secretary and Mrs Georgia Michael Kail The Plains treasurer. Dr Florence Justin professor of home economics will be faculty advisor for 1947 48.

Lorraine Weaver Cincinnati Ohio University Phi Upsilon Omicron Dorothy Raine Huntington W. Va Doris Jeffers Radcliff Ruth Ellen Newhart Salem Georgia Michael Kail the Plains Florence Justin

Former Coolville Man Dies in Columbus

Funeral services were held in Columbus for Emmett Stout 64 who died Saturday at his home. Burial was at Marion. Born in Meigs County he formerly lived near Coolville and spent 28 years in Columbus real estate. He was cousin of Mrs. Harvey Person of Athens.

Columbus Emmett Stout Marion Mr. Stout Meigs County Coolville Harvey Person Montrose Ave Athens

Settlement Reached In Suit For Account

Settlement reached out of court in a case over 568.91 allegedly owed to W. S. Bain doing business as the W S Bain Co Newark by L M Holzapfel Nelsonville doing business as the Modern Appliance Co The suit was filed late last month to recover money on account filed by Bain against Holzapfel.

W. S. Bain W.S. Bain Co Newark L. M. Holzapfel Nelsonville Modern Appliance Co Bain Holzapfel

Woman Is Fined For Intoxication Charge

Margarite Jewett aged 38 of Athens pleaded guilty to an intoxication charge and was fined $5 plus costs by Mayor Franz Woodworth on Monday afternoon.

Margarite Jewett Athens Franz Woodworth

Children’s Home projects advance with new 10 year contract

Athens officials approved a $726 boiler install for the Children's Home laundry, and planned beds purchase after Welfare Board approval. Pittsburgh boiler parts had arrived, with hot water to follow, while state orders push plumbing and sanitary upgrades. A workhouse contract and budget questions were discussed as women observers pressed for financial clarity.

Children’s Home Projects City al Richardson Nelsonville Dayton Pittsburgh Glenn Scott Scott County Welfare Board State Department of Industrial Relations Health Department Bobo Francis D. White Welfare Board White Denver Ralph Elliot Harley Blair Geneva Dilley D. M. Downard Bess Fleck F. E. Goldsberry Alberta Grones Mona Kyle Fred Luchs Bernadine Main R. L. Morton Agnes Padden J. M

Damage suit against Emanuel Pothos settled out of court

Myrtle Pothos filed a $2,000 damage claim against her divorced husband Emanuel Pothos, confessing murderer, settled out of court per clerk of courts records. She said he wounded her thigh in the same Dec 27 shooting that he admitted killing her brother Erson Kenny Male. Pothos is serving a life term for second degree murder after pleading guilty.

Myrtle Pothos Emanuel Pothos Clerk of Courts

Prayer Band to Meet at Gaston Home

Graham Chapel Prayer Band will meet Thursday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gaston with the former as leader.

Graham Chapel Charles Gaston

Elementary JHS Concert Is Tonight in Athens Auditorium

The Athens elementary and junior high school bands perform tonight at 7 30 in the senior high school auditorium. The elementary band features six selections with special numbers by Gary Saunders Ruth Ward Geneva Wilson David Baird Donald Simpkins Bob Blower and Charles Hoskins. The junior band offers group numbers and several solos including Antoinette Ondis Bob OBrien Ruth Sands Nancy Martin Bob Jones Patty Peterson John Cottrill Ronald Thomas and a clarinet duet by Bonnie Coss and Janice Harrison.

Athens Gary Saunders West Side School Ruth Ward Geneva Wilson Central School David Baird Donald Simpkins Bob Blower Charles Hoskins East Side School Antoinette Ondis Bob O’brien Ruth Sands Nancy Martin Bob Jones Patty Peterson John Cottrill Ronald Thomas Bonnie Coss Janice Harrison Bob McCammon Donald Gier Tommy Jones Clarke Higgins Bill Clippinger Tommy Baird Kitty Green Joe McBride Philip Saunders Gordon Dailey Paul Abraham James Garrett Eddie Nunemaker Jerry Tolson Richard St. Clair Eddie Koehler Jerry Schuler Jerry Henthorne Charles Atkinson Danny Davis Jack Dowler Philip Finsterwald John Guthrie Bobby Jones Gene Jones Antoinette Oadis Edward Patterson Ronald Saunders Susanne Tolson Jim Scott Ann Matthewson John Mitchell Gerald Smith Barbara Gibbons Bob O'Brien Betty Lambert

Heirs Named As Defendants In Partition Suit

Nine heirs of the late Marion Graham are named as defendants in a partition suit brought by Arthur Graham, another heir, in Athens Township. County Treasurer Edward Lasch is also named, with the petition seeking to set apart Arthur Graham's share or sell the land and divide proceeds. Lasch holds a tax lien on the land. Defendants include Celestia Horn, Frances Graham, Mary M. Graham, Dorothy L. Barnes, John L. Graham, Kathryn L. Graham, and three minors Donna Jean Dunn Don D. Graham Harold C. Graham.

Marion Graham Arthur Graham Athens Township Edward Lasch Lasch Celestia Horn Frances Graham Mary M. Graham Dorothy L. Barnes John L. Graham Kathryn

DAV Chapter 37 Meeting Moves to Wednesday Night

The Conrath Bean Chapter 37 DAV meeting has been advanced to Wednesday at 7 30 p m in the Armory clubrooms. Commander Ernest McGraner announced nominations for next year start July 1, plus Memorial Day participation and the chapter membership drive. Refreshments will be served after the meeting.

Conrath Bean Chapter DAV Armory Ernest McGraner

Lorain Man Fined for Assault and Battery Charge

Jay M. Boey, 25, Lorain, was fined 20 dollars and costs by Mayor Franz Woodworth after pleading guilty to an assault and battery charge filed by Lamar Springer, 86 Franklin Ave. The incident occurred in front of Springer's residence following a dispute from a minor collision between the two cars.

Jay M. Boey Lorain Franz Woodworth Lamar Springer Franklin Ave Springer

Hocking River Rises After Monday Rain

The Hocking River rose to 11.27 feet Tuesday morning and was still rising noted by Mrs. Co N France, weather observer. Monday’s rainfall measured 3.8 inches, with a warm spell and temperatures in the low 70s to 80s as day cooled to 61 at night after a high of 81.

Hocking Co. N. France

Legion to Plan June District Convention

Final plans for the American Legion district convention will be set at a meeting of K. T. Crossen Post 21 on Wednesday at 7 30 p.m. at the Legion Home. Post commander Donald E. Robinson said the session will finalize arrangements for the June event.

American Legion District K. T. Crossen Legion Donald E. Robinson

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