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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1941

Page

5

Reunions Planned for Eight Classes at University Commencement

Eight class reunions are planned around University commencement events from Saturday June 7 to Monday June 9. The main exercises occur Monday at 10 am with Dr James Fulton Zimmerman of New Mexico as speaker and Dr Herman G James of Ohio University conferring degrees.

Ohio Mien Univ University James Fulton Zimmerman University of New Mex Ahso Herman G. James Ohio University

Bids Sought for OU Service and Storage Building

Ohio University plans a three story fireproof service and storage building to be built near the heating plant in Athens. Bids advertised and open June 23 at 2 pm in Columbus. Plans and specs available at the state architect's office.

Ohio University B. Z. Grover Wedesday Uniersity Union Columbus State

Courthouse Closed Friday Notice by Athens County Clerk

The Athens County Courthousewill be closed all day Saturday May as announced by Leonard Praer, commissioners' clerk. The advisory informs residents and local offices to plan around the temporary shutdown and seek service after the weekend.

Leonard Praer Athens County

Alumni Dance Tonight Promised by University Band

Alumni Will pive Dance Tonight in Glouster with Jimmy Johnson and his band to perform at the alumni dance held Saturday evening in the school commons. Principal Mr Biyon introduces the acts Thetes and Prancer Branton Trimble Mare Ginna Burda Rolland Dean and others expected to attend.

Glouster Jimmy Jonnson Wil Pay Ehol Commnasium Biyon Pencpal Fai Beng’ Ld Ty Mi Prancer Branton Trimble Fialley Mare Ginna Fe Burda Rolland Dean Rating Fowington Jackane Kuimmy Johnson Conaway Jackson ile-Timble High

USO Fund Drive Appoints Solicitators in Athens County

Athens County Legion Posts meet in Nelsonville to form a three division USO campaign led by Francis Lavelle with a quota of 1500 dollars. The effort seeks to fund USO facilities near army camps and increased religious and social services for workers and soldiers during wartime.

Athens United Service Organizations Legion Nelsonville Francis Lavelle United Service Organizat*ions The USO Young Men's Christian’ Association National Catholic Community’ Service Salvation’ Army Young Women’s Christian Associaton Jewish Welfare Board National ‘Travelers Aid Asvocation

Election Board Dispute Heard by State Supreme Court

Oral arguments by three attorneys explored the Republican Democratic battle over Athens County Elections Board clerkship. The case tests whether the secretary of state or the board chair may appoint an unexpired term successor to a retiring clerk and align with party control. The decision, likely next Wednesday, could set a statewide precedent.

State Supreme Court Athens County Board ‘of Elections O. K. Parrett Supreme Board RJ Sailstein Courton Tel Athens Andent Mra E. J.g"schuenler Shannon State St Jary John E. Sweeney Lucy. Murphy Supreme Court Tasel Antein Democratic Party Perone John Call Tne Frank Poston

Glouster Church Anniversary Service Rooted in Pentecost

Glouster Church of Christ marks Pentecost anniversary with sermon by C B Tigner on The Rushing Mighty Wind. Bible School at 9 a.m. Lord's Supper at 10 15 a.m. and preaching at 10 30 a.m. Youths meet 6 30 and 7 30. Methodist Church holds unified service at 9 30 a.m. and Epworth League at 1 p.m. No evening service due to conference.

Jerusalem Church of Christ C. B. Tigner Wind” Bible School Vian Wallace Tignér

Hollister High Alumni Banquet Toastmaster Tonight

Ben Vaughn will serve as toastmaster at the Hollister High School Alumni Banquet and dance tonight at 6 30. Timmy Johnson’s orchestra will begin dancing at 8 30. Mothers of the Senior Class are preparing and serving the banquet per E E Galloway president of the alumni association.

Pen Veux Hollister High School Timmy Johnson E. E. Gal-loway alumni as_ssociation

Morton Funeral to Be Held Saturday

Funeral services for Mrs. L. D. Morton will be at the First Baptist Church Saturday at two o clock with Reverend C B Tigner officiating. Burial will follow in Russell Cemetery near Jacksonville. The body will be moved from C F Wallace and Son Funeral Home to the Morgan Street residence Friday afternoon.

L. D. Morton Morgan St First Baptist Church CB. Tigner Church of Christ Russell Cemetery Jacksonville C. F. Wallace & Son

Minister Attends Methodist Conference in Columbus

Rev. J A Thomspon of the Glouster Methodist Church traveled to Columbus Wednesday for the annual Methodist Churches conference. On Monday afternoon, appointments for the coming year will be arranged. John S Blower, Sunday School superintendent, is delegate with A Bingman as alternate. The text notes a legal definition of seashore per English law as land between high and low tide marks.

Glouster J. A. Thompson Glouster Methodist Church Columbus John S. Blower A. Bingman

Security Bank Sues Forsyth for 16400 Debt

The Security Savings Bank files a suit in Athens County Common Pleas Court against F. D. Forsyth, cashier of Bank of Athens, for 16400 with six percent interest from December 31, 1930. The loan, dated November 5, 1929, was due on demand. no principal has been paid, only interest to date. Collateral securities have been released or substituted over time, and the bank states the current collateral has no present commercial value.

Security Savings Bank Co Athens County Common Pleas F. D. Forsyth Bank of Athens NBA Dee Security Bank Forsyth

Lindbergh Replies to President on War Peace Stance

Charles Lindbergh insisted in a public address that interventionists push the United States toward a costly war he opposed. He warned that England’s position would worsen monthly and urged leaders to reveal true war intentions while condemning vague policy. The speech was observed by police and noted amid debate over arms support. The piece closes by noting the George Washington Bridge as the world’s longest suspension span.

Lindbergh England Germany Europe America George Washington Bridge New York City

Milk Plant May Produce 150000 in New Revenue

Athens officials approved plans for a milk receiving and cooling plant to be run by M & A Dietetics Laboratories in The Bennett Co building. The project aims to provide 150000 dollars in additional annual income for Athens County dairymen and handle up to 2300 gallons per hour. The plant will supply milk to M & R for processing into powdered milk and other products, with efforts to expand local milk collection and surplus utilization.

Athens Athens County Athens City-County Mt & I Dre 'Br B. Backiey Prank Gullum Jamne R. Goldsberry John Newcom Gant A. Frey Harry Heney MLK M& Columns M& R Columbuk Columbis MD Re Department of Agriculture U.S. Department of Gimmerce

Athens Junior High Students Present Concert in Auditorium

The Athens junior high performed a coordinated program featuring the girls glee club, boys chorus, girls trio and double duet. Attire included white satin, with selections ranging from Prayer to The Blue Danube and Now the Day is Over. Directors and officers for both ensembles are listed, along with piano accompaniments.

Athens Marilyn Covert Donna Lee Poling Kate Seaman Iania Borowski Deanue McPherson Bublitehka Mary Ann Sarver Janet Ingersham Beverly Davis Pat Kassing Bortnianski Pat Conner Girls’ Glee Club Pat Packham Barbara Pritchard Betty Coon Janet Ingerham Ardath Hansen Jacqueyn. Mathews Bill Hammerle Secetary Donald Binzman

Navy Reserves Update Tightens Age Teeth and Height Rules

New standards for U S Naval Reserve physicals announced at Athens Naval Recruiting Station modify dental and height requirements. Minimum height ranges 62 to 64 inches by class with relaxed weight rules for most classes. Fingerprinting option noted for volunteers. Also a local club report notes a meeting at Mrs Earl Cowen's home and an upcoming Friday June 6 gathering. Athens stores to close Thursday afternoons in June July and August with a likely holiday next Thursday.

U. S. Naval Reserve Athens E. S. Lashmett United States Forces

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