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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1957

Page

5

Logan Girl Graduates From High School At Home

Sharon Mae Carpenter of Logan Route 2 received a high school diploma after studying at home due to polio and a lasting handicap. She completed two years of typing and studied science biology mathematics English and home economics under Ohio Department of Education home instructors led by Mae Zimmerman.

Logan Hocking County Sharon Mae Carpenter Cecil Carpenter Logan Route 2 Ohio Department of Education Mae Zimmerman Logan Route 3 Carpenter

Multiple Churches Schedule Summer Activities and Services

A list of church activities across Logan area congregations including Nazarene Union Furnace Zion LeRoy First Church of Christ First EUB United Brethren South Haydenville Church of God with details on Sunday schools worship times evangelistic services prayer meetings youth activities and Vacation Bible School June 3 to 14.

Church of the Nazarene Roy E. Kilingler NYPS Union Furnace Eub Paul A. Sellers Union Furnace Vacation Bible School Union Furnace School Zion Union First Church of Christ LeRoy S. Haynie First EUB D. S. Dunkle Sunday School Council Mary-Martha Circle WSWS United Brethren In Christ Burnworth South Haydenville

How to Remove Grease From Wallpaper With Blotter

To remove grease spots from wallpaper place a clean white blotter on the stained area and press with a warm iron. Move to a clean portion of the blotter as it absorbs grease and repeat until the spot fades.

Funeral arrangements for Rosa Sites Woltz

Change announced in funeral plans for Rosa Sites Woltz 79 who died Tuesday in Lancaster Fairfield Hospital. Service set for 10 30 a m Saturday at St Matthew Lutheran Church Sugar Grove with Rev Paul E Klopfer officiating. Burial scheduled in Sugar Grove Cemetery.

Logan Rosa Sites Woltz Lancaster- Fairfield Hospital St. Matthew Lutheran Church Sugar Grove Paul E. Klopfer Sugar Grove Cemetery

Full Length Mirrors in Modern Homes Drive Grooming Habits

Full-length mirrors are described as a must in contemporary homes, typically placed in bedroom doors or coat closets to aid last minute attire checks by family members and guests.

Aluminum Foil Makes Handy Leakproof Tray

To make a leakproof mixing tray for glue or paint, turn up the four sides of a sheet of aluminum foil to form a shallow tray suitable for any desired size.

Thermopane Glass Offered in 60 Sizes

More than 90 standard sizes of Thermopane insulating glass are made to fit the most popular types of window sash.

Miss Geraldine Herdman and Gordon Walls Wed in Letart

Miss Geraldine Frances Herdman daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Herdman of Letart married Gordon Ray Walls son of Mr and Mrs William Walls also of Letart on Thursday. They will reside in Columbus where Mr Walls works at a housing project.

Geraldine Frances Herdman Charles Herdman Letart Gordon Ray Walls William Walls Mr. Walls Columbus

Two Laurelville Brothers to Appear in Juvenile Court

Two brothers aged 10 and 14 from Laurelville are slated for a Juvenile Court appearance after breaking into a residence Thursday following a run from home Wednesday. Neighbors reported the incident to owner Lowell Karshner, who detained the youths until deputies and a juvenile probation officer arrived. They returned to parental custody after the incident and no items were taken. Separately, three youths who swam in Salt Creek allegedly damaged footwear and clothing, with one suspect identified and the case under investigation.

Logan Laurelville Bert Karshner Lowell Karshner Kenneth Rheinscheid George Johnson Rheinscheid Johnson Salt Creek

Mrs Steward Rites Planned in Ohio Funeral

Funeral rites are arranged for Mrs Anna Steward 92 a former Monday resident of Ward Township who died Wednesday at St Raphael Rest Home Columbus She is survived by a daughter Bertha Lewis and a son Lawrence Steward both of Columbus Services begin 10:30 a.m. Monday at Feil funeral home Columbus with graveside at noon in Buchtel Cemetery.

Logan Anna Steward Ward Township St. Raphael Columbus Meigs County Norman Steward Bertha Lewis Lawrence Steward Feil Buchtel

Eagles Plan Initiation At Gallipolis Lodge

In Gallipolis 38 new members have been investigated and approved for the Fraternal Order of the Eagles this year. President Johnnie Johnson announced at the Aerie meeting that new officers will be installed next Wednesday by state officer Bobby Ridgeway with help from past state president Jonah Phelps. An Ironton initiatory team will perform the ritual for several new members, with expected attendance over 50.

Gallipolis of the Eagles Johnnie Johnson the Aerie The Eagles Bobby Ridgeway Jonah Phelps Ironton

Tree Limb Falls Across Highway Near Jones Home

Fire department removes a tree limb that blocked the highway near E Bartow Jones home on Jefferson Blvd. Firemen sawed the limb into pieces after responding Saturday at 8 20 p.m.

Point Pleasant E. Bartow Jones Jefferson Blvd

Combustible Liquids Belong in Metal Cans

Public safety guidance stresses that all volatile and flammable liquids including solvents torch fuels and gasoline must be stored in metal cans with non leaking tops to prevent leaks and spills.

Porter couple marks golden wedding anniversary

Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Cramer celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary May 26 with an open house at Porter Methodist Church. They wed May 23, 1907 at Point Pleasant and are lifelong Porter residents. Also mentioned are visits by Don and Janet Denney and Thelma Denney in Gallipolis.

Porter Clyde Cramer Porter Methodist Church Point Pleasant Don Grant Mike

J F Heigle Rites Planned

John F Heigle 76 of Logan Route 2 died from a heart attack suffered while planting corn on his farm near Blackjack. Survived by son John R Heigle, daughters Mrs Bert Long and Mrs Blanche Norton, a brother and a granddaughter. Funeral services Saturday at 2 p.m. at Heinlein Funeral Home. Burial Prospect Cemetery.

Logan John F. Heigle Heigle Blackjack John R. Heigle Washington Township Mr. Heigle Fred Louise Finkey Heigle New Zion Methodist Church Bert Long Rockbridge Blanche Norton Cincinnati Martin Heigle North Carolina May Eileen Norton Heinlein Ewing Ross Prospect Cemetery

Logan Man Attends Capital University Golden Anniversary

Karl Hartmann of 641 E Front St will be in Columbus Saturday for Capital University alumni banquet. A 1907 graduate, he joins the Golden Anniversary class seated and recognized at the 10 a.m. Monday commencement exercises.

Logan Karl Hartmann Front St Columbus Capital University

Hocking Valley Hospital Notes

John W. Spicer from New Straits ville and Elmer Petty from Creola listed as medical. Dismissed are Mrs. Robert Howard of Logan and her daughter. Virgil A. Carter and William G. Ohlinger, both of Logan, along with Lloyd McNeal of Laurelville and Yee Hing Shing of Logan were sent to Southeastern Ohio TB Hospital in Nelsonville.

John W. Spicer New Straitsville Elmer Petty Creola Robert Howard Logan Virgil A. Carter William G. Ohlinger Lloyd McNeal Laurelville Yee Hing Shing Southeastern Ohio Nelsonville

Johnston Named Attorney Examiner in Ohio Highways Division

Edwin C. Johnston, Logan attorney, appointed attorney examiner for Division 16 of the Ohio Department of Highways, announced by J. C. Kendle. Johnston will continue private practice with Neal Dillon in Marietta as the state post is not full time.

Logan Edwin C. Johnston Ohio Department of Highways J. C. Kendle Marietta Johnston Neal Dillon State Post

Henson divorce suit filed in Common Pleas Court

Donna Henson seeks dissolution of marriage to Ezra Henson of Enterprise alleging extreme cruelty and asks for custody of their minor children.

Kiwi Faces Losing Battle for Survival in New Zealand

The kiwi, New Zealand’s flightless bird, struggles to survive amid brush fires and predators including ferrets, house cats, rats, and stoats as its habitat erodes and numbers dwindle.

New Zealand

Panelling May Provide Home Storage Space

Spring cleaning highlights the need for more storage for household gear and hobby items, while offering a chance to finish basement or attic space. Homeowners can install four main wood panelling types softwood boards hardwood boards hardwood plywood and softwood plywood to create a pleasing utilitarian result at low cost.

Strip Mine Charge Filed in Ward Township

William Wilkinson of Ward Township faced a Common Pleas Court charge for disposing of strip mine refuse closer to a public road and above the road grade. Prosecutor Hubert Lappen alleged the violations. Wilkinson pleaded guilty and was fined 190 dollars plus costs, with $50 of the fine suspended by Judge Harley Meyer.

Choose the Right Paint Brush For Each Job

Selecting the correct brush simplifies painting. For walls use a flat straight-edge wall brush 3 to 5 inches wide. For window frames and trim use a sash brush 1 to 2 inches wide. For varnishing and enameling use a flat varnish brush with chiselled edges for smoother flow.

Snails Enter Estivation to Endure Heat

A note explains that some snails become inactive during hot dry periods through estivation, while hibernation refers to winter dormancy.

Take Guess Work Out of Paper Estimate

Simple room wallpaper calculation steps: measure room perimeter and height, multiply to get total wall area, divide by 30 to estimate rolls. Subtract one roll per two windows or doors, but keep some extra to be safe.

Gardens Aid Home 3 Ways

Three main garden uses are decorating the home with cut flowers, improving property beauty, and creating a pleasant area for enjoying plant growing as a hobby. Start from scratch with perennials, seeds, or small potted plants and prepare a good loam bed before planting.

Pouring liquids from square gallon cans with spouts

Guidance for pouring from square gallon cans with a corner spout instructs keeping the spout at the top when tipping the can to pour. Proper angle and grip reduce spills and waste during use.

Also Mentioned on This Page

H. S Logan Churches Mrs. Woltz Pt. Pleasant Society Georgia Martin Main St Inez Wentz Huntington Carl Morrison Dunbar T. L Mary Hyre Ohio River Road W.C. Smith Lyda Leon W. O. Spurlock Charleston Homer Smith Sherwood Costen Carolyn B. F. Sommer Dorothy Richinson Arbuckle Mrs. Steward J. F. Heigle Logan Man Hocking Valley Hospital Minnesota Kittle Unico Jack W. C. E. Main ST Hannas Wolfe Hardware S$. Court St Athens Bardin Brothers Belt Sander Mitre Vibrator Sanders Lincoln
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