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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 16, 1928

Page

8

Lantz Applies Charges in Assault Case Against Skinner

James Lantz of Trimble filed assault charges against Ben Skinner of Glouster. Skinner was bound over to the grand jury in Mayor Johnsons court with a $500 bond. Skinner pleaded not guilty at arraignment. The incident reportedly occurred on election day after Lantz had been fined $5 and costs for a drunken charge.

Glouster James Lantz Trimble Ben Skinner Johnson Skinner Rge Lantz

Rabbit season opens amid fair success reports from Athens area

Hunters from Athens and nearby report a fair opening to the rabbit season. Merrill Kerr B M Covert and party near Albany bag five rabbits each while others struggle. Fewer hunters out than usual. some fear a rabbit disease. John Powers reports tough luck with one rabbit after hours. a J Woolley and six from Athens and Columbus fare well near Albany with multiple rabbits.

Athens Merrill Kerr B. M. Covert Dailey Albany John Powers A. J. Woolley Columbus

Minister Ludwick speaks on leadership at Kiwanis gathering

The Rev. Ludwick pastor of the Corning United Brethren Church spoke to the Kiwanis Club on leadership. He spoke upon leadership qualifications and spoke as soon as the meeting began due to his return travel needs. Nominations for 1929 officers and directors were announced with three director candidates and a president candidate named. The attendance prize was awarded to Adolph Goldberg by William James Jr.

Glouster Ludwick Corning Board of Directors William James, Jr Adolph Goldberg

Hunters Perilous Statewide Incident Reports

Across the state five hunters were killed and 15 injured in incidents during hunting season, with reports indicating no casualties in the Athens area. Authorities described the events as scattered hazards, urging caution among outdoorsmen statewide.

Athens

Trustees of Townships to Convene in Athens County

All township trustees in Athens County will meet Saturday at 1 PM in the Magonic Building, Athens. C. S. Moore, secretary of the county organization, says several business items will be discussed, including state proposals to abolish township boards and place duties under county supervision. The Plains Home Telephone office was improved and repainted last week in Chauncey.

Athens County Magonic Athens C. S. Moore County Organization of Trustees Chauncey Home Telephone Company the Plains

Ohio governorship race sparks opposition to proposal

Commissioners discuss a contested measure attacked by both governorship candidates and Governor Elect Myers. Cooper pledges to veto if the General Assembly passes it. A 42 member trusteeship in Athens County invites broad attendance at tomorrow's business meeting.

Ohio Myers Cooper General Assembly Athens County

Big turnout as girls start basketball practice at Glouster High

Over 40 girls attended the first basketball practice at Glouster High School. The freshmen will face the juniors after school on Wednesday with Harper Williams refereeing. Boys from the squad will also serve as umpires timekeepers and scorers. No charges for the class game and all are invited.

Glouster Glouster High School Harper Williams

Marcellite Rebekah Lodge Holds Saturday Practice

There will be practice work at the regular meeting of Marcellite Rebekah Lodge to be held Saturday night. Officers said today.

Glouster Marcellite Rebekah Lodge

Mello-Glo Face Powder Promises Long Wear

Advertising copy for D. Zenner Co presents MELLO GLO powder made by a new French process. It claims to protect skin, stay on longer, feel non drying, and not clog pores across weather and perspiration.

D. Zenner CO

Oil Men To Meet In Marietta Soon

The South eastern Ohio Oil and Gas Producers Association will hold its annual meeting at the Lafayette Hotel in Marietta on Thursday November 22. A Marietta membership dinner will be served at 6 15 p m before the meeting.

Marietta Southeastern Ohio Oil & Gas Producers* Association Lafayette Hotel

Pape's Diapepsin Promised Quick Stomach Relief

An old warning notes stomach sourness signals carelessness and links to gastritis or ulcers. It claims nine of ten indigestion cases stem from excess acid and promises instant relief with Pape's Diapepsin after meals or during pain, urging a 60 cent package to prevent disorders.

OLITE Pape

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