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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1929
Page
2
Pomeroy May 28 The Pom eroy Church of Christ pastor Damon D Watkins urged withdrawing moral support from local school authorities if dance and card playing continue at graduation events. He warned of a looming struggle over funding for a new church building as the church plans a June financial drive.
In Pomeroy on May 28, hot weather sped up strawberry ripening. First quality home grown berries sold Saturday at 25 cents per box, but by Monday the price collapsed to two boxes for a quarter.
Mrs. C B Chandler wife of Dr Chandler pastor of Third Avenue Methodist in Columbus died Monday. Rev Chandler once served in Meigs County and began his Syracuse ministry 30 years ago. Fourteen children took first communion at Sacred Heart Church in Pomeroy Sunday. Mrs John Ingles wife of Mason City Chief of Police injured when struck by her son Earl’s backing car. she broke a leg. Kendall Little 21 died Sunday when a tractor fell on him. burial in his former Hobson home. Miss Eleanor Horton of Detroit visiting Captain H M Morton family in Pomeroy.
At Meigs County in Pomeroy on May 28 the grand jury filled five vacancies after finding four of the regular panel absent and others excused for farming duties. New members named were Fred Coleman Tuppers Plains C J Pratt Pomeroy Ray Whaley Rutland and M Russell Pomeroy R D and Will Watson Pomeroy. Judge Crow also appointed L L Keller Orange Township to the Meigs County Jury Commission for three years. Sessions to run Monday Tuesday and resume after Decorations Day with potential extension into next week.
On May 28 the Meigs County Fair Grounds hosted the annual high school field meet with six hay wagon loads of children arriving early and large later delegations. Banks and many businesses closed for the afternoon as residents attended the event amid unusually dry weather.
In Old Orchard Maine May 25 bad weather keeps the French and American monoplanes Yellow Bird and Green Flash grounded. Rene LeFevre and Armene Lott Jr. remain in New York awaiting a favorable forecast while Jean Assolant supervises prep in Old Orchard for a Paris flight. Roger Q. Williams and Lowis A. Yancey say no takeoff before tomorrow for a nonstop Rome attempt.
Miss Alice Stille and Charles White married at the Presbyterian manse with Dr Skinner officiating. Attended by Beulah White and Monroe White, they plan to start housekeeping June 1 in rooms above the French grocery.
Meigs County trustees and clerks gathered at the Courthouse to form a county body to oversee townships and join a statewide mutual organization for protection and cooperation. About two thirds attended. a June meeting set delegates for a Columbus state meeting. Elected: J A Denny president. Joseph Marks vice president. L L Keller secretary treasurer. Executive committee: Marks Keller and Gilbert Weeks. Joe R. Thomas attended representing the State Association and spoke on goals.
May 28 Holzer Hospital reports Dr J Roberts longtime Racine business man in critical condition after heart attack while hospitalized for wounds from a Minersville car crash. His two sons and daughter rushed to his bedside. Alan W G Sibley, former newspaper man visiting Roberts, shows limited recovery with reduced use of left arm and leg.
In Roland Garros stadium Alteuil France on May 23 the mixed doubles final of the French championships features Helen Wills and Frances T. Hunter for the United States against Eileen Bennett of England and Henri Cochet of France. Bennett and Cochet advanced by beating Rene La Coste and Mme La Faurie 7 5 3 4.
Detroit rookie Dale Alexander stands six feet three inches tall and weighs 215 pounds making him the biggest first baseman in the major leagues.
Kiwanis in Athens visited Ohio University new stadium after weekly meeting at Hotel Berry. Professor Bird outlined progress and plans for the west-side seating and concrete pour to start soon.
A Pt. Pleasant fastball squad from West Virginia visits Glouster for a Thursday 2 30 afternoon game. Visiting battery Grimm and Young. Glouster battery Withem and White. Pt. Pleasant boasts strong river-town team. a good contest is anticipated.
Howard Kruskenup, blocking halfback for Ohio State, leaves the Buckeyes due to scholastic difficulties. No details on future plans or exact timing of departure are provided.
Miss Emma Jauchins was taken to Grant Hospital in Columbus by the Wallace ambulance for an X ray examination for mastoid trouble and may undergo an operation. She is a member of Gilouster High School's graduating class and missed baccalaureate services due to illness. Her parents Mr and Mrs R F Jauchius accompanied her to the hospital.
Mr and Mrs Otto Mohring and their children William Floyd and Dorothea returned to Trimble Front No 1 after a two weeks motor trip visiting relatives in Columbus Pittsburgh and Johnstown Pa and spending several days in the Allegheny Mountains seeking places of interest.
George Owen, once a Harvard star, collaborates with EF H Power, a Harvard professor, to write a history of Harvard football. The project aims to chronicle the program from its early days through recent seasons, detailing players, coaches, and notable games.
Billy Spears, once Vanderbilt's standout quarterback two seasons ago, is expected to return to Vanderbilt as an assistant to Coach Dan McGugin this fall.
At a Saturday meeting the Trimble Township Board of Education voted to extend the term to nine months for both high and grade schools. The change adds about 15 days beyond the previous 160 day plan and affects teacher salaries. Transportation issues arise as Taylor Ridge pupils face road access delays before district consolidation to Greens Run.
After nearly ten hours the petit jury failed to reach a verdict in the case of Harry E. Sinclair indicted for drawing checks without funds. The indictment was dismissed. Sinclair was released from custody by Sheriff Williams once the jury reported.
A local help wanted notice in Columbus Ohio seeks a versatile auto mechanic and welder. The ad calls for skilled applicants, outlines duties and location, and invites qualified workers to apply.
A testimonial from a rail worker near retirement credits Dr Parker’s Treatment with complete recovery from indigestion and constipation. The ad touts high value meds sold for 1.25 dollars, with a money back guarantee, and urges doctors and druggists to stock the laxative in Athens stores.
A Decoration Day schedule in Glouster outlines gatherings by Civil War veterans Sons of Veterans Daughters of Veterans and Boy Scouts. They will meet at Odd Fellow Hall at 8 00 am with drum corps, visit Bishopville Maplewood Glouster cemeteries, end the forenoon with a cemetery tour, then travel to Hollister and culminate with a monument unveiling at Glouster Depot Square. Citizens are invited to participate.
Ford Motor Company continues to supply Model T parts and labor for reconversion with a broad price list. Labor charges range from 1.00 for tuning to 85.75 for complete rear axle overhaul, with front, chassis, and body work priced accordingly. Prices cover labor only and depend on car condition, reflecting Ford's policy of low margins.
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