Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Athens Messenger in Athens, Ohio

We have 16,378,606 pages in Ohio

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 27 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1929

Page

13

Athens High to Face Zanesville. Denison Clash Planned

Athens High School football fans anticipate a decisive home clash as Vanesville meets the Bulldogs. Zanesville boasts wins over North, Columbus, Coshocton, Uhbricksville, and Danbridge, while Athens seeks another upset after near scores against Portsmouth.

Athens High School Vanesville High School Athens Bulldogs Portsmouth Athens Zanesville North High Columbus Coshocton Uhbricksville Danbridge Hughes Tields Wilson Smith Coury Burroughs Merchant Marquis McKinley Hunter Hall Huntsicker

Northwestern Wildcats Set to Battle Ohio State in Columbus

Northwestern led by Dick Hanley travels to Ohio Stadium to face Ohio State. The Buckeyes, boosted by Bergheim and Hanley, expect to lean on weight and a reinforced backfield while seeking to vindicate past losses to Northwestern. Grady and Coffer possible inclusions add suspense to the matchup.

Molumbus Nor & Ee Dick Hanley Northwestern University Buckeyes Ohio Stadium Ohie State Charles Coffer Buckeye Widaman Northwestern Coffee Ohio Pittsburgh Hob Chrady Grady Hin Wildcats Hantey Bergheim Wisden Illinois Ale Hanley Moore Hernstein Ohio State P&s

Ohio University Faces Denison in Gridiron Clash After Shock Mask Reveal

Runners up in a chaotic roadside report describe Ohio University players, including Willis Cilassiow Hiawkeye, masked as opponents during a kickoff. The surprise formation leads to a 78 yard return by Mr. Glasgow the Man in the Tron Mask. Ohio prepares for a Denison game as 860 students head to Granville for the weekend clash.

Llingis University of Lowa Willis Cilassiow Glassgow Ailini Denlaon von the Baptiste Ohta Ohie University Iver Granville Bere Denison

Columbus Promoter Refuses 75000 Cash for Pesek Contract

Al Haft of Columbus rejected Dick Lean of Stadiums Ltd offer of 75000 cash for Pesek’s contract. Haft insisted Pesek remains champion and would not help Sonnenberg and Lewis avoid him. Pesek has been in Australia six months and is slated for a December Vancouver arrival.

Columbus U.P Dick Lean Stadiums, Ltd al Haft John Pesek Haft Hart Pesek Gus Sonnenberg-Strangler Lewis Sonnenberg Lewis Australia Lean Eongland Vancouver

Penn State Eleven Falls to New York University

The Nittany Lions, once a strong outfit, were defeated 7 to 0 by NYU as the Violets struck early. Penn State mounted a sharp passing and running attack but fumbles and penalties stalled goalward advances. Martin, a key fullback, contributed on both offense and defense.

Penn State Nittany Lions New York University Violets New Yorkers Lions Martin

Dartmouth drills focus on defense for Brown game

Hanover N H November 8 Dartmouth coach Caniell stressed defense after worrying over the loss of offensive stars Marsters and Clark. Longnecker is being groomed to step in at quarterback for Marsters as Dartmouth held its final hard workout.

Hanover N. H Marsters Clark Caniell Dartmouth Longnecker Marster

Athens County Cage Schedule Is Announced

Schedule for 1929 1936 lists basketball games for Hollister Carbondale Albany Amesville Greens Run Canaan Chauncey Coolville New Marshfield Shade Rome The Plains and The Messenger editor asks coaches or managers to send game accounts unless covered by a correspondent.

Athens County Hollister Carbondale Fire Albany Buchtel Amesville Greens Run Canaan Chauncey Coolville New Marshfield Shade Rome the Plains Canaanville Carbondale Buechtel Green Run Messenger

Chicago Champions Reunion Draws 14 Man Team Back

Thirty years after a flawless 14 game season the 1899 University of Chicago football squad is remembered. Coach Stagg and captain Walter Kennedy organized a reunion banquet with all living members attending except end Charles Irwin who had died. Two banquets and the Chicago Wisconsin clash highlight the event.

Chicago University of Chicago Alonzo Stagg Walter Kennedy Charles Lrwin

Cleveland Clubman Saunders Fatally Injured in Cambridge

Clarence Rhodes Saunders a 51 year old Cleveland coal expert and clubman was fatally injured by an automobile while crossing a street in Cambridge Massachusetts last night according to reports received today.

Cleveland Clarence Rhodes Saunders Cambridge Mass

Ohio college football and cross country notes from Denison meet

A mixed report from Athens and Oxford highlights Buckeye schedule chatter at Ohio colleges. It notes players Wertz Gabiel Jang Hart Kepler Marty Young Singer and others, plus a Denison Denison vs Ohio Wesleyan cross country finish where G Edward Richards and John Quilbot shared a sportsmanlike tenth place.

Buckeye Wertz Ohio Wesleyan Clark Gabriel Piqua Ohio Ted Jang Ashland Ray Hart Marietta Russell Kepler Wellington Ted Marty Alron Wittenberg Douglas Smith Cleveland James Young Columbus Ray Singer G. Edward Richards Granville Denison John Quilbot Detroit Mich Bishop Harrier Quishot

Denise Meet in Cinelnsa Schools Clash

In Cinelnsa a clash emerges as Denise coordinates a meeting for schools. Pbot founded in the center aims to celebrate their efforts while St. Mas arrangements prepare for a special event drawing fans from Nev ae itr.

Denise Cinelnsa Pbot Tion St. Mas Nevae Itr

Newspapermen Report From Ohio Miami Game

Fragmentary notes describe a football game where players such as Chick Young faced wet soggy field conditions. The incomplete text mentions fumbles and handling of the ball as issues during play.

Ohio-Miami Chick Young

Miami Hosts Ohio In Clash For 1A Football Honors

A fragmented note notes Miami facing Ohio as WHS 93 pursues season impact. First downs, score counts and total yardage referenced amid unclear line of play.

Miami Ohio Thoes WHS

Wesleyan Star Scores Lead in Conference Battle

A Wesleyan player, Wertz, led scoring in a key conference matchup against central Ohio rivals. The article notes several teammates and mentions strong performances from Jean Wittenders and others as the team seeks individual scoring honors.

Wertz Tooled Wesleyan Ohio Jean Wittenders

Navy lightweight champ Mickey Fiahive tops Georgie Day in four

Hartford ring result shows Mickey Fiahive of Atlanta the United States Navy lightweight champion defeating Georgie Day of New Haven by decision in a four round bout at Footguard.

Hartford Conn U.P Mickey Fiahive Atlanta United States Navy Georgie Day New Haven Lagt Hight

Princeton Tigers Prepare for Lehigh Gate Signal Rehearsal

Princeton New Jersey November brief signal rehearsal set for the varsity on the final practice day before the Lehigh gate. Coach Bill Roper oversaw two days of hard sessions as the Tigers continued preparations.

Princeton N. J Lehigh Tigers Bill Roper

Navy-Maryland Preview Sees Wilson at QB for New Haven

New Haven, Conn Navy enters Saturday's game with Maryland as Mal Stevens selects Wilson to start at quarterback. Albie Booth assigned to backup in the first half, with a signal drill planned to wrap a light week of practices.

New Haven Conn Navy Mal Stevens Wilson Maryland Albie Booth

Navy Ready for Georgetown Clash at Annapolis

Annapolis program notes Navy coach es warned against over confidence as the full squad believes Navy will win against the Hilltoppers in the upcoming Georgetown game at home.

Annapolis Navy Georgetown

Bears varsity back in lineup for Dartmouth clash

Providence report notes end k. Schein, a Brown veteran tackle, returned to the line for Thursday scrimmage. The Bears varsity lineup is now intact for Saturday's game with Dartmouth as only a light drill was held.

Providence k.Schein Brown Bears Dartmouth

Craft Bowlers Go To Nelsonville

The Craft Cleaners of Columbus, top Palace League team, travel to Nelsonville on Friday evening November 8. The Eluscoe brothers from Nelsonville are on the squad. Johnny Johnson a top Hocking Valley bowler leads a strong Columbus lineup for a clash at the Arcade Allbys at 8 p.m.

Craft Cleaners of Columbus Nelsonville Eluscoe Brothers Johnny Johnson Hocking Arcade Allbys

Looting Toll Rises Near Crooksville and Bristol

Sheriff Clifford Wilson investigates thefts at the Tedrow Coal Company Mine near Crooksville and at William Hoy's barn in Bristol. Thieves stole extensive tool inventories, work horse harness, toms, and other equipment, with deputies tracing the two break ins to the same suspected crew.

New Lexington Clifford Wilson Tedrow Coal Company Crooksville William Hoy Bristol

Four teams lead after five hours in wild six day cycle race

Chicago crowds of over 12 000 watched four teams tied for the lead after five hours of racing in a chaotic opening as riders jammed and fell in a spike filled night.

Chicago

Municipal golf facilities expanded in Dattimore

Tuproved and increased facilities for municipal golfers in increased numbers are being provided in Dattimore as fast as workmen can do the job.

Dattimore

Sweden Adopts Compulsory Car Insurance Law

Sweden passes a compulsory automobile insurance act effective January 1 1930. The law states that if the at fault vehicle cannot be located the insured may collect from all automobile insurance writers who are jointly liable.

Sweden

Penn State Pioneers Undergo Three Losses and Tie in Short Span

Phe Nittany fions of Penn State have been defeated three times and tied all times in 9% weeks of eastern collegiate BUC Cor.

Phe Nittany Fions Penn State BUC

States to refresh license plate colors nationwide

The American Automobile Association reports 31 states will change license plate color schemes for 1940 and 16 different motifs will be used across the country.

American Autoemobile Association

Plowere Sprinklers Offer Smart Watering Aid

A reader recommends small sprinklers with long spouts for indoor flowers to prevent dripping when moving between plants. The tip emphasizes convenience and neatness in houseplant care.

Senate

Also Mentioned on This Page

Riday Bobcats Athens High Fields Wile Pickle Walker Steroman O Purple Aggregation Onhie University Jiranville Pedenttes Denison University Ohle Denison Ramer Scott iGarimuth Willey Papiitan Nellie Rowan Laurer Firianan Poole Hastipes Pipsley McConnell Pence Singer Kepler Th Steadman Walker Young Meldinger Nome Auto Hucke Olorence ‘Hatter W. Miller Uckeyve toeberg-Ohio Bride Levan Oxford Coavl Pittser Cincinnas United Press Penneylvenia Products Biedel-Mead Ou! Co Cline Buckeye State Building and Loan Gay ST Chas. &. Millikan Optometrist Masonic Building Floor GOV Wernecke Hanteeme Mvla Uinbe Aermacion Rade Dayton Oradio J. Cc. McClanahan Lancaster St Soap House Sean Elsses C. D. Shafer CO Cor Plowere
Search Courier

Search the Athens Messenger Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Athens Messenger?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication