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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 16, 1955

Page

5

Gallipolis seals sale launches with 4600 letters mailed

Gallia County health meeting reports the annual tuberculosis seal sale. Mrs. John Krawsczyn says 4600 letters were mailed, each with two sheets of seals, and buyers under $1 should use remaining seals to spread awareness. She thanks volunteers and notes district meeting at Nelsonville and a treasury balance of 189.55.

Gallipolis John Krawsczyn Seal Sale Gallia County County Health Department Krawsczy Elisabeth Arnold Carol Green Carolyn Arnold Peggy ‘Thomas Ann Brown Kathy Arnold Stanleys Wood Edgar Cook Herman Condee Noah Clark Nyle Borden Smeltzer Rose Lao Lanier Donald ‘T. Houston Jcmaris W. Shaver GCTHA Robert Caldwell Chester Bosier Krawsczyn Nesonville Elmer E. Hatfield George Lear Arnold Nyle D Borden Helen West

Greek Power Plant Nears Completion With Five Units On Line

A tour at Farmers Hotel reveals the massive Ohio Valley Electric plant worth 189 million dollars nearing full operation. Manager George Half Fer and assistant Law Ford led about 44 Rotary Club members through the site in Pike County. The facility showcases five units to be supplying electricity within two weeks as construction winds down.

PataryLis Pike County George Half Fer Farmers Hotel Haltinger Law Ford Gallupois Gang Clan Ohio Valley Electie

Scientists to Inspect Russian Atom Power Plants

British atomic experts have gone to the Soviet Union to inspect Russia’s atomic power plants. Two more officials will join later. The visit follows the Geneva atom for peace conference. Sir John Cockroft withdraws due to illness. Dr B F J Schonland will lead the Harwell delegation.

Sever Arene Neeertain Russia Soviet Union Geneva Britain Harwell John Cockroft B. F. J. Schonland Cockrott

Laurel Cliff Lanes and Guests Gather at Laurel Cliff

Laurel Cliff community notices list Mrs Warren Hilt and family of Indiana visiting Sgt Hilt's mother Mrs Bill Hilt. Mrs Charles Deihl and Mrs Ivan Dein were guests of Mrs Dana Boucher in Chester. James and Pearl Jacobs and James Gilmore visited Mr and Mrs John Deihl along with Charley Baker Dollie Moore Lower Thomas Fork. Walter Morris Sonny Lewis of Harrisonville and Mr and Mrs Orville Allen hosted guests. Georgia Deihl hosted Laurel Cliff Health Club with a call from M A Howell of Columbus to Mr and Mrs R V Howell.

Lanes Warren Hilt Indiana Sgt. Hilt Bill, Hilt Charles Deihl Ivan Dein Dana Boucher Chester Columbus James Gilmore Pearl Jacobs John Deihl Charley Baker Dollie Moore Thomas’ Fork Walter Morris Sonny Lewis Harrisonville Orville Allen Georgia Deihl Laurel Cliff M.A. Howell R. V. Howell

Ravenswood Special Election on Electric Plant Sale Proposed

A Ravenswood notice details a proposed special election on the sale of the town's electric power plant after a petition. Voters previously rejected a similar plan last April when Appalachian Power proposed a 35,000 dollar facility. Expansion is needed due to incorporation and growth. Rev John B Cobb spoke at Walton Memorial Methodist, returning missionary clergy to Japan. Lions heard a talk by Howard Camp and state trooper Sam Whitman. Dr Harris urged Baptist Union and Churches unity. 64 attended. Next meeting set for February at First Baptist.

Ravenswood Ravenwood Citizen Counel Rod Awater North Ravenswood Mialonas Japan Cobb Georgia Han United States Evangela Kees Sit Fesume Mision Services Yanan Mr. Cobb Aavenswoot Ty Ree Yse Perkeesburg Mt Lions Ravenswood Lions Howard Camp Sam_ Whitman Devp Lione Apa Rinses Corian Ducation Baptist Convention of West Virginia Baptist Churches Jackson County First Baptist Sharch Harris Baptist “Churches

River traffic and notices across Ohio River region

A garbled river traffic report lists gauge readings from Gallipolis to Kanawha River and Montromery, noting various vessels and freight movements with times and tonnage marks. The fragment also includes an obituary notice and an appointment notice for an executor in New Marshfield Ohio, with dates and official references amid garbled OCR text.

Gallipolis Suesway Chambersburg Ohio River Montromery Kanawha Falls Hinton Nationary Mason-Pomeroy Point Pleasant

Recount Set For Tuesday In Gallia County School Board

Gallia County to recount school board results next Tuesday after incumbent Gomer Richards requests. Recount covers 120 polling places. nonparticipating areas include Guyan Precinct and eight Gallipolis precincts. Current returns show Glenn Powell re-elected and Ruth Edwards securing the county seat with 1759 votes. Richards leads the anti Jones faction with 1688 votes, while Edgar Fahan has 1516. A separate recount demand exists for Cheshire Township trustee. Deposit required is $10 per precinct.

Gallipolis Gallia Ruth Edwards County School Board Lewis Jones Richards Earl ‘ Cromley Ralph Boster Edgar Fahan Cheshire Township

Farm Bureau Caps Captains at Kick-off Meet

Farm Bureau selects captains for multiple county units including Gallipolis Robins Green Wilbur Waddell and Arthur Elliott with plans for a victory dinner in early December. Officials listed include Glenn Grah am Clarence H. Da i Vis Bryant Belville and others as part of a statewide kickoff event.

Farm Bureau C Ng Inve Carl Baker Gallipolis Robins Green Wilbur Waddell F.burleson Glenn Gra Ham Greenfield Clarence H. da i Vis Guyan Bryant Belville Harrison—Ralpher Arthur Elliott Huntington Morrigan Elias Sisson Ohio A. Trimble Jones Joe Donfa

Judge urges farmers on business deals and loans

Gallia County judge William H. Janes spoke at the Little Kgger Farmers Institute urging farmers to avoid monthly repayment loans and short term loans. He advised repaying from current income and planning repayments before land purchases. The session covered financing safeguards with Betty Ott and Bill Smith also presenting on income and part-time farming. Vegetable displays and a marching band provided the day’s entertainment.

Gallipolis William H. Janes Little Kgger Farmers Institute Jdge Janes Jude Earliel Betty Ott Gallia Bill Smith

Food Ordinance Discussed By Municipal Health Board

The Municipal Board of Health met at City Building to discuss licensing of food handlers and restaurants under new ordinances and state laws. Chair Ot11 presided with 11 members present including Dr Sonny Schwab and Gilbert B. Zimmerman, as City health officials reported complaints and considered action.

Gallurulis Municipal Board of Health City Health Oy Bartlet Oncar W. Clarke Sonny Schwab Gilbert B.uah Omay C. Zimmerman Lereatin Mary" Akers Sack Frasier Wayne R. Phillips

ACP Signup Period Started for 1956 ACP

The 1956 ACP signup period began Tuesday per Jimmy Evans, office manager of the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Committee. It runs through December 31 with office hours 8 to 5 on weekdays and Saturday mornings to accommodate farmers who cannot visit weekdays. In Gallipolis, Sherman Ray is held on a police matter in municipal court.

Wurmer Gallipolis Sherman Ray Sprof Atinene Wiliam Janes Roger Sown Mucrnway Jl. James Chambersburg Cheshire Hiram Howe Bratt United Span

Wrong Tardy Charged

Ward, 40, of Lakin was fined $10 and costs Tuesday in Gallipolis Municipal Court on a State Highway Patrol charge of improper left turn.

College Head Marks First Year at Rio Grande College

Rio Grande College president Paul Al layne observes his first anniversary with a quiet but firm statement. He notes progress over the year and emphasizes a steady, calm leadership while acknowledging ongoing challenges at the college.

Rio Grand Paul Allayne Rio Grate College

Knights Hold Meet On Know A Knights Gather

Gallia event notes a Knights of Pythias meeting with faculty and students on Tuesday at 8 pm. Items include a Student Union project and a public sale. Ham and turkey dinners precede an auction. Local police report a traffic case and a veteran leader celebrated’s 80th birthday.

Nnon Sour America” Wit Ie'neld Namot Lodge Knights of Py Ening Sov Lone Manion ‘Radeker Gitec

Gallia County Society Notes Meetings and Personal Updates

Gallia County society items report a Gallia women’s club gathering at St Peters parish house with guests Mrs Ruth Hackleford and others, a Christmas project discussion, and garden calendars. Personal notices include travel news for Mrs Arthur Covert, Mrs Kenneth Boster, and families visiting Florida, Michigan, and Hawaii, plus local visits and routine family updates.

Two Fined on State Highway Patrol Charges in Gallipolis

Gallipolis municipal court Friday heard charges of speeding filed by the State Highway Patrol. Henry Robert Myers 42 of Charleston posted a 20 dollar bond for his appearance. Acting Mayor Frank Denney of Rio Grande fined Paul Davis Roberts 39 of South Charleston West Virginia five dollars plus costs Tuesday.

Gallipolis Henry Robert Myers Charleston Frank Denney Rio Grande Paul Davis Roberts South Charleston W. Va

Plymouth Car Ad Promises Jet Age Style and Power

Try this magical convenience at your Plymouth deal today. Plymouth offers 90-90 Turbo-Torque Power across Belvedere Savoy Plaza and Suburban in 4 lines with PowerPak. Choices include 87 hp in Belvedere Suburban, 180 V-8 hp in Savoy Plaza, and Powerflow 6 options with 125 or 131 hp.

Plymouth EWA Belvedere Savoy Plaza

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