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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1952

Page

8

Manslaughter Count Filed Against Columbus Driver

Logan County officials filed second degree manslaughter charges against Edward E. Urban 31 of Columbus in Justice of the Peace S B Whitehart court for the Route 33 bridge crash that killed Lawrence Burns 34 Urban was arraigned and seeking a January grand jury bound over to Common Pleas If indicted and convicted he faces up to 20 years in prison or a $500 fine and jail time Urban remains jailed on $1500 bond The crash injured Dean Pennington and his wife and Burns funeral is set for Saturday at Glenn Myers Funeral Home Columbus Including Burns wife and other relatives survivors are named plus a missing woman sought by police after a vehicle run off.

Hocking County Grand Common Pleas Court Urban Wee Logan Dean Pennington Columbus Pennington Ada Moravy Union Furnace Burns Glenn Myers Union Cemetery Helen Grace Grace McKibben Alfred Burns West Virginia Albert Blanche Smith Linda Turner

Mrs Guess Dies at 85 in Logan County

Mrs Matilda Guess Yes 85 died at 6 55 am Thursday at her granddaughter Mrs Sherman Starrs home in Logan Route 3 A native of Hocking County she lived most of her life around Surviving are her husband two sons Arthur of Greendale and Willard of Frost two daughters Goldie Deer and Nora Kettell three brothers Charles Ulysses Elmer Guess one sister Mrs Clarence Lange and 29 children 56 grandchildren and three great great grandchildren Services Saturday at 2 pm at Leonard funeral home officiated by Rev Earl Miller burial in Smith Chapel Cemetery call at the Starr residence until 11 am Saturday

Logan Matilda Guess Robert Guess Sherman Starr Hocking County Arthur Greendale Willard Frost Goldie Deer Nora Kettell Nelsonville Charles Guess Ulysses Guess Longstreth Elmer Guess New Philadelphia Clarence Lange the Plains Starr Leonard Funeral Home Earl Miller Smith Chapel Cemetery

Five Way Traffic Light Under Installation in Logan

Logan safety director Darry Shaw oversees installation of a new five way traffic light at the Hunter Main and Warner Street intersections. The device arrived weeks ago and is expected to ease a major traffic hazard where Warner Ave and Main St crossings caused accidents due to conflicting right of way.

Logan Hunter, Main Warner Sts Darry Shaw Warner Ave Main St Main

Rebekah Circle Meets in K of P Hall With 24 Attendees

The Rebekah Circle of District 51 met at K of P Hall in New Straitsville with about 24 people. Members from Shawnee Logan Somerset and New Straitsville attended a program with songs by Phylis Jonas at the piano. Refreshments were served by the entertaining lodge.

New Straitsville Rebekah Circle District 51 Phylis Jonas Helen Amley Shawnee Logan Somerset Keith Nelson Dayton William Rawlings Wilma Wright Sonny Dishon Chicago William Dishon Russel Thompson Bruce Malta Charles Donley Owen Wallace William Murday Jim Douglas Lancaster Harry Thompson James McQuilkin Columbus Margaret Thompson Sam Hartman Thomas Meredith PTA

Local Notices and Visits Highlight Nelsonville Area

Doanville residents Mr William Williams and Mrs Kimberly Kimberly visit relatives here. Oscar Ball and Vernice Davis from Columbus visit Mr and Mrs William Davis. Elmer Rizer of Doanville visits Charlies Holcombe here. Charles Tolliver of Nelsonville visits friends. Bob Sayers recovers after an 18 foot fall from a shovel at Sebring Coal Co fields. A shower honors Mr and Mrs George Poling Jr recently married. Union 9852 meets at Kimberly mine with Carl Duskey presiding and Royal Hartman as secretary. Dorothy Ruscoe entertains Group One of the Christian Women’s Fellowship. Mr and Mrs Oral Daugherty of Nelacville visit their farm here. Dana L Hunter completes 24 week Fleet Sonar School course in Key West. James Cassell and Ruby Elaine Shirley of Gallia County marry by Justice of the Peace.

Kimberly Mable Willams Doanville Oscar Ball Vernice Davis Columbus William Davis Elmer Rizer Charlies Holcombe Charles Tolliver Nelsonville Bob Sayers Sebring George Poling, Jr Mr. Poling Union 9852 Kinberly Carl Duskey Royal Hartman Dorothy Ruscoe Christian Women's Fellowship of Eecente Oral Daugherty Nelacnville Dana L. Hunter M. J. Hunter Fleet Sonar School Key West James Cassell Ruby Elaine Shirley Gallia County Justice of the Peace

Infant Rites Held for Stephanie Metzler

Final rites were held at 2 p.m. Thursday for Stephanie Metzler, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Spurgeon Metzler. The Rev. A. N. Grueser officiated. Burial followed in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Newly Elected Commissioner Attends Meet

Logan Warren Johnson, newly elected Republican short term commissioner, attended his first County Commissioners meeting. He was certified and bonded before taking office as members approved $841.42 in county bills and discussed courthouse beautification. The group inspected the Hocking County home, where a nearly $4000 re wiring project was approved, reducing fire hazards.

Logan Warren Johnson Johnson Harry Armstrong Bert Bierly Keith Schultz Schultz Hocking County

Local Church Services and Schedules for Logan

Church notices list services from multiple congregations led by pastors Klingler Carr Grueser Holtzen and others. Times include Sunday school 9:15 to 9:30 a.m. worship around 10:30 a.m. and midweek Bible studies and youth meetings. Sermons cover topics such as Joseph the ... and Every Man Shall Bear His Own Burden.

Church OF the Up Roy E. Klingler Joseph the Wietemitower First Presbyterian Henry Carr Westminster Fellowship Workers Conference A. N. Grueser Trinity Lutheran Paul D. Holtzen

Births at Hocking Hospital Update

Mr and Mrs William Quinn of New Straitsville welcomed a son. Discharges include Mrs Spurgeon Metzler of Logan and Mrs Robert Casner with daughter of Logan. Admitted Clyde Strain of New Straitsville. Also listed are O D Bell of Logan Route 4 and Mrs Rachael Robb of McArthur.

William Quinn New Straitsville Clyde Strain Spurgeon Metzler Logan Robert Casner O. D. Bell Rachael Robb McArthur

Cottrill Birthday Dinner Buffets Danville Residents

Mrs Janice Cottrill honored her husband Merrill at a Lancaser home dinner celebrating his 30th birthday. Attendees included Cottrill and Lanning families from Lancaster Crooksville Bucyrus and Danville with visits from Lowell Vance in Navy training Great Lakes and Merlyn Farmer stationed in Paris.

Danville Janice Cottrill Merrill Lancaster Wallie Cottrill Pearl Lanning Arnold Riggs Crooksville Woodrow Hill Bucyrus Vale Grover John Hill Wendell Judy Linda Jon Iris Christine Joan Judy Cottrill Lowell Vance U. S. Navy Great Lakes, Ill Kate Knotts Fair Play Golda Price Callie Metheney George Hoffman Columbus Brooks Hildergard Illinois Clarence Hoffman Everett Turner Betty Farmer Merlyn Farmer Paris France George Grate Rutland Mr. Grate E. A. Grate Robert Grate Hilah Collings Radcliff James Emmons Richland Emmons

Marriage Licenses Listed For Local Residents

Eerl Stanley Redd age 42 of Logan Route 4 a saw miller and Edna Katherine Martin age 19 of Logan Route 2. Eugene Springer age 22 of Adene Route a work ler and Shannon age 17 of Logan a meter

Eerl Stanley Redd Logan Edna Katherine Martin Eugene, Springer Adene Shannon

Logan Purchases Site for Sewer Plant Near Route 33

Logan authorities announce the purchase of the Graham property along Route 33 for a sewer disposal plant. The 2.31 acre site was bought for $5020 to enable revenue bond sales and future construction. The land lies along the river with access via a right of way owned by Mr and Mrs John.

Logan Graham John

Plans for Lake Logan Proceeding After Firm Submits

Cincinnati firm will finish Lake Logan plans and send them to the Department of Natural Resources for approval. After final signoff, public works will review, bids to be advertised in November or December, a four week bid period, contracts to be awarded, with construction slated for spring.

Logan Cincinnati Lake Logan Department of Natural Resources James Wells Department of Public Works Wells

Three Men Given Pre-Induction Exams in Columbus

Three Hocking County men completed pre-induction physicals in Columbus on Thursday. Leader Carl W. Vandagriff of Laurelville led the group, with assistant Lawrence Junior Pinkstock of Rockbridge and James Willard Wright. Two more examinees are scheduled for November 18.

Logan Hocking County Columbus Carl W. Vandagriff Laurelville Lawrence Junior Pinkstock Rockbridge James Willard Wright

Deadline Tonight For Candidate Expense Reports

Logan report notes that the filing deadline for expense accounts by all candidates from the November 4 election is 6:30 p.m. tonight. Both winners and losers must submit their financial summaries in compliance with Ohio law.

Logan Ohio

Social Notes From Charleston and Nearby Towns

Mr and Mrs Guy Mallory Charleston W Va and Mr and Mrs Ralph Ballard spent a weekend with Mr and Mrs Les Eddy of Millersburg Mr and Mrs Bob Hill Tuppers Plain were evening guests of Mr and Mrs Paul Orr Mr and Mrs Denver Frank Canton spent a weekend with the latter s parents Mr and Mrs Herman Frank Mr and Mrs Charles Bissell announcing the birth of a son at Meigs General Hospital Pomeroy Mr and Mrs Wirt Hollan spent an evening with Mr and Mrs Milton Tuttle Earl Morris Marietta spent a Sunday with Mr and Mrs Arthur Morarity Mrs Grover White and children Dorris Donna Jean and Grover and Mr and Mrs Wakeman White visited relatives in Charleston for a weekend Ralph Ballard spent a day in Portsmouth on business Mr and Mrs Walter Harris and sons Richard and Jimmy of Pomeroy visited Mr and Mrs J C Mr and Mrs Clint Orr Belpre spent a day with the latters parents Mr and Mrs Lester Me Namee Mrs Mary McKay

Pomeroy Wirt Hollan Milton Tuttle Earl Morris Marietta Arthur Morarity Grover White Dorris Donna Jean Grover Wakeman White Charleston Ralph Ballard Portsmouth Walter Harris Richard Jimmy J. C Clint Orr Belpre Lester Mary McKay

Sixteen Sixteen Garvin and relatives noted visits

Mr and Mrs William Garvin visited relatives at Radcliff. Mr and Mrs Ed Boyce of Zanesville spent a day with his sister Mrs Mattie Lowe and Mrs Marie Lowe. Mr and Mrs Harold Newman and sons and Miss Mayme Bishop of Columbus spent a weekend with Mr and Mrs John Bishop. Mrs Ethel Bishop improved after illness. Mr and Mrs Floyd Cottrill visited with Mr and Mrs Dailey Wood. Mrs Jim Kessler and Bessie Hartley visited Mrs Ben Rhoades Wellston. Mrs Mickey Kessler and Bessie Hartley spent an afternoon with Mrs Earl Cray.

William Garvin Radcliff Ed Boyce Zanesville Mattie Lowe Marie Lowe Harold Newman Mayme Bishop Columbus John Bishop Ethel Bishop Floyd Cottrill Dailey Wood Jim Kessler Bessie Hartley Ben Rhoades Wellston Mickey Kessler Earl Cray

Church Services and Fellowship Schedule in Athens Area

An Athens area notice outlines worship times and programs. Morning and evening services are listed with topics and speakers. A midweek vesper and a youth or fellowship gathering are mentioned along with times and contact details.

First Christian University Club Weekly Schedule

University student activities list details Friday evening gathering at 14 North Shannon Ave hosted by Mrs Clara Davis. Sunday offerings include Bible school and student class with a sermon by Joe B. Maffett. Youth and women groups meet throughout the week with multiple chorus rehearsals listed.

First Christian University Clara Davis North Shannon Ave Joe B. Maffett Christian YF Pe Baptist-Disciple Interch Christian Women’s Fellowship Group

First Presbyterian Church Sunday Schedule and Events

The church lists a 9 30 a m start for all classes with nursery in the basement during worship at 11 00 a m followed by Sunday dinner The sermon titled Giving Level by Rev Roger M Rice Jr and Westminster plans a 7 30 p m service The senior high meets at 7 00 p m Tuesday features Chass for college Beste Gene Choir and a Thursday class at 6 00 p m

First Presbyterian School Roger M. Rice Westminster P.m P.m. WE Tuselay Far College Beste Gene Pepaeae Denoma

Church of the Good Shepherd Schedule Details

Holy Communion times and church activities listed for the Church of the Good Shepherd. Weekly services, clubs, Bible study, coffee hour, student events, teachers meeting, choir, and executive committee noted with dates and times. Reverend Phil Porter Jr. is named as pastor.

Church OF the Good Shepherd Holy Communion Canterbury Club Anne P.m Hockenberry Phil Porter, Jr

Central Ave Methodist Church Sunday Schedule

Sunday school at 9:30 for all ages with child care at 10:30. Worship at 10:30 a.m. with sermon Within Reach by Rev Edward D Brandeber. Trustee meeting at 1:30 p.m. IMYF at p.m. Bible Fellowship Hour. Wednesday prayer at p.m. Thursday Bishop Class social meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Central Ave Methodist Sunday School Edward D. Brandeber

Christian Science Service Times and Lesson Topic

Prayer meeting and services listed for Sunday and Wednesday at the Christian Science church. Sunday morning worship at 10 45 includes Mortals and Immortals as the lesson subject with a golden text from Corinthians. Wednesday service begins at 7 30 p m.

Christian Science

Plains Church of God announces weekly schedule

Sunday school 9 30 Worship 10 30 NYPS and junior services 7 p m Evangelistic services 7 30 p m Prayer Wednesday 7 30 p m Lena Branenburg pastor The Plains Church of God schedule YF 6 30 p m Evangelistic service 7 30 p m War and praise service Wednesday 7 30 p m Thursday Missionary meeting 7 p m Rev R E Kelchner pastor

Lena Branenburg THE Plains Church OF God R. E. Kelchner

Whites Chapel Wesleyan Service Times

The Rev. Roy E. Deeter presides as pastor at Whites Chapel Wesleyan. Sunday school begins 9 30 a m with prayer praise at 10 30 a m and WYPS at 7 p m followed by a preaching service at 7 30 p m.

Whites Chapel Wesleyan Roy E. Deeter

Athens First Church of God Service Schedule

The Athens First Church of God lists Sunday school at 9 30 a m with Ralph Leach as superintendent Morning worship at 10 45 and an evening service at 7 30 Wednes day prayer meeting at 7 30 led by The Rev G M Taylor pastor

Athens

Mt Zion Baptist Church and Nearby Services Schedule

Mt Zion Baptist Church holds BTU at 10 45 a.m. Evening sermon 6 p.m. Prayer meeting Wednesday 8 p.m. Rev William D Mosley Jr pastor. Lutheran Services 10 30 a.m. in Music Hall with Be Different by Internal Ambrose Netzer. Kilvert Church of God Sunday school 9 30 a.m. Morning worship 10 30 YPM 7 p.m. Prayer Friday 7 30 with Mrs L Kemmy preaching. Frank Bolis leads song service.

MT. Zion Baptist Sunday School William D. Mosley, Jr Interne Ambrose Netzer Kilvert Church OF God L. Kemmy Frank Bolis Cutler

Church Service Notes and Sermon Topic

The Church of the Nazarene holds Sunday school at 9 30 a m and services at 10 30 a m with a sermon titled Christ the everlasting conqueror delivered by Pastor Reverend M De Mint.

Church OF the Nazarene Christ the Everlasting Conqueror M. de Mint

Church of Christ Weekly Schedule

Sunday school begins at 9 45 a m worship at 10 45 a m Lord's Supper at 11 a m Young People at 6 45 p m Evening service at 7 36 p m Prayer meeting Thursday at 7 30 p m James H Horner is the minister.

Church OF Christ James H. Horner

East Canaan Pilgrim Holiness Church News

The East Canaan Pilgrim Holiness Church invites worshipers with a 10 45 a m prayer service and a Thursday 7 30 p m meeting led by Pastor Reverend George Halbrit.

East Canaan

Sunday school and worship schedule listings

Local church notices list McDougall Sunday school at 10 a.m the prayer meeting at 7 30 p m Thursday preaching at 7 30 p m Liberty Hill Sunday school 9 30 a m preaching 10 30 a m Carbon Hill Sunday school 9 30 a m worship 7 p m Wednesday prayer meeting 7 p m Rev Herbert Harris is the pastor

McDougal Liberty Hill 1Carbon Hill Herbert Harris

Ireland Congregational Christian Sunday Schedule Ad

Local church announces Sunday activities with a 9 30 a m Sunday school for all ages and a 2 p m youth fellowship session followed by a 10 30 a m preaching service on Sunday November 30.

Ireland Congregational Christian Sunday School Centennial Congregational Christian Sunday School

Everyday Religion Sparks to Triumph Over Trouble

The piece frames trouble as a spur to progress citing Fleming and Carver. It argues setbacks build strength and that a higher life law prevails guiding growth through adversity. It urges harnessing difficulties to advance toward goals.

St Pauls Roman Catholic Mass Times and Confession

Sunday masses at 8 9 10 and 11 a.m. Daily masses at 7 and 8 a.m. Confession Saturday 3 to 4 p.m. and 7 30 p.m. The Rev Fr Jan B Kish.

ST. Paul’s Roman Catholic Jan B. Kish

Church Schedule and Local Methodist and Nazarene Services

Chesterhill Amesville Methodist charges list Sunday school times and worship services across Chesterhill Amesville Sharpsburg Poston with Rev H D Frazier as pastor. Church of the Nazarene shows Sunday school Junior church worship NYPS evangelistic services Wednesday prayer and choir with Drell H Goff as minister.

Sunday school and services listed for several churches

New Marshfield offers Sunday school at 9 30 a m YF social at 6 30 p m evangelistic service at 7 30 p m led by the Rev Melvin George Union holds 9 30 a m Sunday school 10 45 a m preaching 6 30 p m combined service with New Marshfield 7 30 p m Wednesday prayer service 7 30 p m Pleasanton lists 9 30 a m Sunday school 7 30 p m Wednesday prayer service led by Pastor Rev Kenneth D Frazier

New Marshfield Melvin George UNION Pleasanton Kenneth D. Frazier

Wesleyan Methodist Church Services Schedule

The First Wesleyan Methodist publishes its weekly schedule with a Sunday school at 10:30 a.m. morning worship at 11:15 a.m. and an evening service at 7:30 p.m led by Rev. Claude Scott. A Wednesday prayer meeting is set for 7:30 p.m.

FIRST Wesleyan Methodist Claude Scott

The Plains Methodist Church Service Schedule

Morning worship at 9 30 with Sunday school at 10 15 led by Floyd Linscott superintendent. MYF at 6 p m Evangelistic service at 7 30 Prayer meeting Thursday evening led by S A Steele minister.

the Plains Methodist Floyd Linscott S. A. Steele

Alexander Presbyterian Church Schedule

The church announces Sunday school at 9 30 a m and morning worship at 10 30 with the theme Running Away From God. Choir rehearsal is Friday evening at the Manse. James L Hyde is the pastor.

Alexander Presbyterian Church God James L. Hyde

Athens Pilgrim Holiness Evangelistic Services

The Athens Pilgrim Holiness Church lists morning services at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. and an evangelistic service at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Pastor L Russell leads the congregation.

Athens Pilgrim Holiness Ag the L. Russell

Methodist Church Schedule Preaches Thursday

The Methodist ship holds a 10:30 a.m. preaching service and a 7:30 p.m. prayer meeting Thursday led by Rev. L. A. Robinson, pastor.

First Baptist Church Weekly Schedule

Sunday school at 9 30 a m and evangelistic service at 7 30 p m. Wednesday features mid week prayer and Bible study at 7 30 p m. The Rev John I Snedden serves as pastor.

First Baptist John I. Snedden

South Canaan Baptist Bible School Schedule

The notice lists morning worship at 9 45 a m and worship at 10 45 a m at South Canaan Baptist. Thursday features a midweek prayer meeting and Bible study at 8 p m led by the Rev John I Snedden.

South Canaan Baptist Bible School John I.snedden Save Am

Union Thanksgiving Service Planned with Methodist Church

Sunday school remains at 9 30 am but no regular services this Sunday A union Thanksgiving service will be held Sunday Nov 23 with the Methodist Church presided by the Rev Clarence Ratcliff

Lancaster St Church of Christ Service Schedule

The Lancaster St Church of Christ announces Bible study at 9 45 a m Worship at 10 30 a m theme Lord Is It I Evening at 7 30 p m theme Wearying God Wednesday Bible study at 7 30 p m Harold J Stanley is the minister.

Lancaster ST. Church OF Christ Harold J. Stanley

Church Schedule for Canaanville Guysville and Stewart

The Rev. Harold Mowery announces weekly services and classes across Canaanville Guysville and Stewart. Sunday worship and Sunday school times listed, IMYF and youth activities noted, weekday Bible study and a Young Married Bees Class meeting scheduled.

Canaanville Guysville Stewart Young Married Bees Will Spear Harold Mowery

Bible Study and Service Schedule at 191 W Washington

Public address lists weekly Bible study times on Tuesday at 7 p.m. and Friday at 8:15 p.m. A service meeting and ministry school are slated for 7:30 p.m. at 191 West Washington Street.

W. Washington St

Albany Methodist Charge Services and Activities

Albany Methodist Charge lists worship and church school times at Albany Pearl Chapel Snow In Temple and Townhouse churches. The Rev William H Covert is pastor with meetings including Boy Scout sessions and choir rehearsals scheduled on various weeknights.

Albany Methodist Albany — Church Pearl Chapel Snowin Temple—Church Townhouse — Church William H. Covert

Graham's Chapel Bible Church Schedule

At Graham's Chapel, services set for 10 30 am and 7 30 pm. The Rev Max Williams is the pastor leading the discussions and sermons.

Meigs County Tax Abstract Shows Slight Property Decline

The state board of tax appeals approved a Meigs County real property tax abstract with a $65,520 drop in total valuation to $17,382,420, citing exemptions for government, church, and school properties. It marks the first of 28 county abstracts to show a reduction and notes Meigs is not ordered to raise appraisals under the tax equalization program.

Columbus State Board of Tax Appeals Meigs County Edward J. Kirwin Kirwin

Kyger Kyger Ruth Sonner Forms Home Demonstration Council

Ruth Sonner and others organized a new Home Demonstration Council at the Lodge Hall. Mrs. Fred Sisson elected to a two year term on the executive council, Mrs. Perry Bradbury to a one year term, and Mrs. Dale Sisson named publicity chairman.

Sherman Rose Dale Mulford Charles Tate Wendell Bradbury Charles Scott Clyde Harrison Garfield Searls William Athey Dennis Spires Cash Durst Chester Ward Harlow Tate Clair Athey Clarence Lewis Columbus Albert Biggs Floyd Rife Kenton Carl Lemley Maxine Darst Cash Darst Donna Writsel Ella LaRue Sherman Weimann Middleport Dixie Carl Weimann Taylor Brothers Story Run Pearl Searls Huntington Nannie Roush Chesapeake Ohio WSCS

Coolville Plans Thanksgiving Program and Activities

Fifth and sixth grades will present a program on November 26 under Executive Officer Edward Goehler Amesville. Other events include Armistice Day activities, a November 18 variety show, and a November 25 Merrymakers musical in Coolville High School. Local garden club regional meeting drew about 110 attendees. Pvt Basil N Wines arrives in Germany. his wife Mrs Jessie Wines plans to join later.

Coolville Edward Goehler Amesville Joyce McDermott Karen Carthage-Troy High School Shirley Harper Clasg Thursy Merrymakers Sammon Future Homemakers of America WATH Athens Jessie Wines Charlotte Scott Phyllis Ann Cody Carole ‘Harper Bonnie Workman Alice Yeager Christine Fortney Jean ‘Brummage Carthage-Troy Germany Pvt Bascil N. Wines Hanau Frankfort Wines Pvt. Wines Indiantown Cap Pennsylvania Camp Kilmer N. J

Halloween notices and gatherings in The Plains

The Plains community hosts Halloween parties by the Methodist Church groups the Adult Fellowship and Youth Fellowship with games dances and refreshments. Members and guests include Mary Burkey Dorothy Cade Ben Smith and many others while social visits mention Pittsburgh area relatives and church events. The next Adult Fellowship meeting is Nov 19 at 7 30 at the high school with reports on commemorative plates and a surprise house warming noted.

the Plains Methodist Church Carrie Nida Mary Burkey Dorothy Cade Ben Smith Mary Horn Kate Horn Marjorie Nichols Lucille Carsey Neva Thompson Violet Bryan Evelyn Aleshire Fae Lovsey Pete Nida Marion Bernard Pauline Knowlton Bernice Barnhart Ross Tommy Nida Richard Miccia Mary Manda Marilyn Plains Athletic Boosters James Wallace Davis Chauncey-Dover Arthur Stadler New York City A. W. Stadler Arty Chucky Stadler L. D. Nelson Julia Doc Carl Michael Methodist Youth Fellowship Beverlee S. A. Steele Wilda Clift Irma Porter Alice Coon Faye Lovsey Elizabeth McCoy Rev. Steele Faye Lowsey Elaine McGraner Bertie Linscott Marietta Goldsberry Carrie Nida Otho Coon Coon Gene Charney Earl Cochran Camp Pickett Steve Charney Joe Bill Andy Kostival Chauncey Charles Kostival Mike Kostival Charney Gene John Krivesti Babe Ruth Kovalcik

Quilt Made To Aid Fire Victims In Sharpsburg

Good Neighbor Club members created a quilt for the Jessie Nickols family after a house fire destroyed their home. Community members are urged to contact club members to assist. Pvt. Vance Harris stationed at Ft. Meade Md and several local residents were guests at various homes and events in the area.

Sharpsburg Jessie Nickols Nickols Pvt Vance Harris Vern Harris Ft. Meade Rollo Armstrong Charles Rainer Anderson Ind Bessie Kinker Chesterfield Sue Hohn Charles Swartz Glouster Gail Harris Pearley Clark Athens Dan Luringood Pennsville Richard Craig Ray Pierce Columbus Carroll James Harkins James Martin Ed Norris Orville Harkins Trimble Fred Davis Nelsonville Merle Walton Amesyville Bernard Triplet Chesterhill Arnold Deal Howard Gifford W. P. Brill Grace Linscott Mary Kirkbride Frank Elliott

Prattsville Social Notes Highlight Family and Travel Visits

Mr and Mrs Vernon Lewis and Verna Lee of Dayton visited relatives in Prattsville and Albany Dale Dearth Waneta Settles of Wellston returned from Berkeley California with Donald and Neil Dearth. Donald studies at Berkeley and Neil serves in the U S Navy. Paul Perry son of Bundy Perry serves aboard the same ship as Neil. Fannie Daft W E Dearth and Cliffie Dearth attended the Farmers Institute at Swan Central School. Mrs J E Whitlatch and Wayne Moore visited John Babel Howard Townsend. Margaret Daughterty visited her son Paul Daugherty McArthur.

Prattsville Vernon Lewis Verna Lee Dayton Orville Lewis Ira Pinney J. W. West Chillicothe Albany Dale Dearth Waneta Settles Wellston Berkley Calif Donald Neil Dearth Neil U. S. Navy Paul Perry Bundy Perry Fannie Daft W. E. Dearth Cliffie Dearth Farmers’ Institute Swan Central School J. E. Whitlatch Inlaw Wayne Moore John Babel Howard Townsend Margaret Daughterty Paul Daugherty, McArthur

Tremain and Barber Families Visit Relatives in Ohio

Ralph and Floyd Tremain of Columbus spent a day with their parents Mr and Mrs Albert Tremain and with Mr and Mrs Ben Gabriel and Mrs Vivian Pittman. The Barberton visit included Mr and Mrs Don Barnhart and daughter Donna Lee and Mrs Barnhart’s parents Mr and Mrs P O Mace. Mr and Mrs Leo Cox of Marion visited Mr Cox, while Mr and Mrs Allison and Ovid Scott and Betty Barber were weekend guests of Mr and Mrs George Barber.

Carbondale Ralph and Floyd Tremain Columbus Albert Tremain Ben Gabriel Vivian Pittman Barberton Don Barnhart Donna Lee Barnhart P. O. Mace Leo Cox Marion Cox Allison Ovid Scott Betty Barber George Barber

Fox attack ends in fatal strangling by owner

Frances Osterling seized a fox that emerged from the woods and bit her, then strangled the animal to death on Tuesday, according to local police reports.

Frances Osterling

Also Mentioned on This Page

Church News of Hocking Hospital Bashan Athens Area Church Services Sereak Iliam P. Smith the Plains Church OF the Nazarene Don D. Tullis Arthur Fleming George Washington Carver Methodist Charge Poston H. D. Frazier Drell H. Goff Methodist L. A. Robinson Coolville Congregational Christian Guysville Methodist Charge Jehovah's Witnesses Grahams Chapel Bible Christian Sunday Max Williams Okay Meigs Tax Abstract Kyger Congregational Christian Church Garrett Reed Friendly Garden Club Athens County Ethel Garland of FHA the Plains Social Notes
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