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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1935

Page

2

Funeral Services for Mrs Reese Held at Long Reach Home

Funeral services for Mrs Mary Elizabeth Johnson Reese 81 were conducted Sunday at the Long Reach West Virginia home. The service was led by Mrs Gill Wilson with singing by Clara Margaret Galvin and others. burial followed in the family plot as three generations rest in Long Reach. Mrs Reese was mother of Mrs Lloyd Evans of Nelsonville and died at the Evans home on Friday.

Nelsonville Mary Elizabeth Johnson Reese Long Reach W. Va Teo Gill Wilson Parkersburg Wilson First Presbyterian Church Keolpre Edith Stiers Margaret Johnson

Mrs. Mary Stege Dies At Home in Buchtel

Mrs. Mary Stage, 73, died Sunday at her home in Buchtel. Survived by husband Givelong and four daughters. Her husband Henry Stage reportedly died 14 years ago. Funeral arrangements have not been announced.

Mary Stege Buchtel Nelsonville Mary Stage Givelong Henry Stage

Family Visitors Note Mrs Hannas Hospital Stay

Mrs Hannas is in White Crows Hospital in Columbus after a recent operation. Mr Jack Han ter and others visit. condition described as slightly improved. Miss Louise Pearce to host Mezpah Class gathering at Methodist Church Wednesday evening.

Nelsonville Jack Hanter Ross Hannas Georgia Kilpatrick Laura Spencer Columbus Jack Hannas White Crows Hospital Hannes

Gold Rush Era Pinch of Gold Dust Feeds Calif Food Craze

During the gold rush days of 49 a small amount of gold dust influenced menus and trade as a symbol of value feeding the appetite for gold era foods and drinks in California.

Califia

Nelsonville Personal Visits Highlight Weekend Guests

A series of Sunday visits featured families from Lancaster Columbus Denbo Pa Madison West Virginia and Middleport. Guests included Mr and Mrs John S Lowden and daughter from Lancaster and Dr and Mrs Quinn Dorgan from Columbus with their baby. Other visitors were Mr and Mrs Robert Veon with his orchestra at the State Restaurant in Columbus Mr and Mrs Leighton Aumilier and son Dick from Columbus Mrs Jean Freer and Mrs Alice Sloan visited Columbus briefly Mrs Warner and Mrs Jones hosted in town as the Jones family returned home Sunday night and Mrs Sloan and Mrs Warner headed to Chattanooga Tenn. Fred Foldington hosted Mr and Mrs Big Olson from Madison W Va with Mrs Olson staying a week. Mr and Mrs Vince Dennison of Middleport and Mr and Mrs N J Collins of New Marshfield were Sunday guests of relatives here.

Nelsonville Johns. Lowden Lancaster Quinn Dorgan Columbus John Hall Robert Veon E. E. Rosser Veon Leighton Aumilier Jean Freer Alice Sloan Paul Jones Denbo Elizabeth Warner Jones

Girls Class Dinner Plans at Colonial Church

Nelsonville report says the Business Girls Class of the Christian Church hosts a Thanksgiving dinner Wednesday at 6 pm at the Colonial. A following business meeting will be at the home of Misses Lucile Melon and Esther Verity. Final plans cover the class’s public dinner December 3 tied to the Christmas Bazaar.

Nelsonville The Christian Church Colonial Lucile, Melon Esther Verity

Birth Announcement for David Ernest Foraker in Dayton Ohio

Parents Mr and Mrs Ernest Foraker Ruth Dunlap announce the birth of a son named David Ernest born November 7 in Dayton Ohio. Grandparents are Mrs Foraker and son at Corning Ohio and great grandparents Mr and Mrs W W Evans of Ashton Avenue.

Nelsonville Ernest Foraker Ruth Dunlap Dayton Olle David Ernest Foraker Corning Ohio W. W. Evans Ashton Avenue

Masons To Install Officers Tonight at Philodorian Lodge

Nelsonville officers elected two weeks ago will be installed at Philodorian Lodge No. 157 A M at the Masonic Temple tonight.

Nelsonville Philodorian Lodge Masonic Temple

Benefit Bingo Held by D A R Chapter in Nelsonville

The Eligabeth Zane Dew Chapter of the Daughters of American Revolution hosted a Friday benefit bingo at Mrs Grace Shepard's home 34 Monroe Street Nelsonville. About twenty guests attended and prizes went to Mrs W L Hudson and Mrs Nora Lane. door prize went to Mrs John Hall and full house prize to Mrs Oh lisger.

Nelsonville Eligabeth Zane Dew Daughters of American Revolution Grace Shepard Monroe Street W. L. Hudson Nora Lane John Hall Ohlisger

TYAM Meets Tonight for Practice

The Degree of Poca hontes asks members to attend practice tonight at 7 30 for an evening session.

Tyam Nelsonville Degree of Pocahontes

New Way To Hold False Teeth in Place

Advertisement for Pesteech powder to stabilize dentures with no taste or mouthfeel issues. Claims it keeps teeth firm and comfortable, freshens breath, available from druggists in three sizes.

American Car Total Nearing 1929-30 Mark

The national motor vehicle total climbs toward 1929-30 levels as 1954 end figures near 24.84 million. Officials warn traffic hazards rise with higher operated vehicle counts, urging stricter law enforcement and safety campaigns nationwide. The industry touts safety device advances and calls for highway system improvements.

David J. Wilkif Associated Press Detroit Automobile Manufacturers’ Association United States Manufacturers’ Association

Aged Woman Martha Groves Dies in Columbus

Martha Groves, 54, died Saturday evening at St. Francis Hospital Columbus after a fracture treatment. Funeral set for Tuesday at 2 pm at Carbon Hill Christian Church with burial in Carbon Hill Cemetery. Survived by four children, three sisters, one brother. husband William Groves preceded her in death.

Nelsonville Martha Groves St. Francis Hospital Columbus Carbon Hill Christian Church Carbon Hill William Groves Mary Castell Buchtel Priscilla Lehman Isaac Moses Lancaster

Train Collision Leaves Auto and 19 Cars Piled Near Jewett

A train collision in heavy fog sent an automobile and 19 cars piling alongside the track near Jewett. The auto was hurled about 75 feet, but the driver escaped injury despite not seeing the train.

Jewett, O

Poppezy Rites At Murray For Joseph Poppczy

Rites for Joseph Poppczy prominent Murray City resident will take place Tuesday at 9 AM at St Philip Neri Church. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery.

Nelsonville Joseph Poppczy Murray City St. Philip Neri Church Greenlawn

Driver Tries To Avoid Dog In Road Crash Near Corning

A car owned by Earl Hashman and driven by his son Charles overturned on the new Corning Rendville road about 9 o clock Saturday night as the driver swerved to miss a dog. The three occupants from Chauncey escaped injury though the left side fenders and top were damaged. The vehicle was taken to a Chauncey garage for repairs after the incident.

Dari Chauncey

Glouster Eastern Stars Elect 1936 Officers

The Thea Chapter of the Eastern Star elected officers for 1936 led by Worthy Matron Mrs. Georgia Sayre and Worthy Patron Gene Galloway. Other officers include Associate Matron Mrs. Vernice Antie, Associate Patron Glen Pedicord, Secretary Mrs. Sara Williams, Treasurer Mrs. Mary Binderbasin, Conductress Mrs. Ora Kittle, Associate Conductress Mrs. Mildred Murphy, and Trustee Mary Gamwell. Installation set for the first regular December meeting.

Glouster Thea Order Eastern Star Georgia Sayre Gene Galloway Vernice Antie Glen Pedicord Sara Williams Mary Binderbasin Ora Kittle Mildred Murphy Mary Gamwell

Glouster Auxiliary to Meet at Moose Hall Tonight

Glouster No 1 A M W of A Auxiliary gathers at Moose Hall tonight at 7 with a business session followed by a November birthday potluck supper for honored members.

Glouster Glouster No Moose Hall

Richards Hughes longtime Glouster resident dies at 41

Richard Hughes of Glouster Crookaville died Saturday at his Crookaville home from infirmities of age. He leaves his wife, three daughters and six sons. Funeral services were held at 2 pm at the home with burial in Crookeville cemetery. Mr and Mrs Edward Lartwright of Spring Street announce the birth of a six and one half pound boy born Sunday morning.

Glouster Richard Hughes Crookaville Crookeville Edward Lartwright Spring Street

Methodist Ladies Aid Turkey Supper at Albany Church

Albany church hosts a turkey supper Friday November twenty second beginning at five p m. Proceeds support church missions and local outreach. The event features a community meal with door prizes and a bake sale.

Albany The Methodist Episcopal Ladies Aid

Doanville Schools Benefit Bingo Planned At School House

The Doanville Schools announce a benefit bingo party tonight at the school house on Monday November 18. Proceeds support the schools and their programs.

Doanville

Quick Knit Pattern 1026 for Blouse and Skirt

Pattern 1026 offers a loose frilly blouse with a soft lace yoke and a tailored club collar. Includes long or short sleeves and a plain skirt to form a two piece costume in sizes 16 to 18 and 38 to 40 with material needs and illustrated sections. Send 10 cents to The Athens Messenger Needledcraft Dept. 82 Eighth Avenue New York.

Athens Messenger Eighth Avenue New York N.Y

Trimble church Ladies Aid to meet with hat sale feature

The Ladies Aid Society of Trimble M. E. Church will gather Tuesday at 7:30 PM with Mrs. Joe Jonas hosting. An old fashioned hat sale will be featured during the evening.

Trimble Ladies’ Aid Society Trimble M. BE Joe Jonas

Birthday Observed at Whaley Home in Glouster

Mr and Mrs Walter Whaley entertained friends Friday evening for Mrs Whaley s birthday. Cards games and music followed by refreshments. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Dane Skinner Mr and Mrs Rocky Reeves Oliver Spencer Dorothy McClelland and Mr and Mrs Walter Whaley with Virginia Lou and Shirley Anne.

Glouster Walter Whaley

Charles Gatchet Enrolled in Camp Kaile Math

Charles Gatchet of this city is enrolled in Camp Kaile math at Merrill Oregon. This marks his second term in the CCC camp with his first term previously served at Zaleski.

Glouster Charles Getchel Clarence Gatchet Camp Kailemath Merrill Oregon CCC Zaleski

Ogg Leaves Hospital for Home After Appendectomy

Carlos Ogg was discharged from Cherrington Hospital Logan and returned home to Nelsonville on Monday after undergoing an appendectomy two weeks earlier.

Nelsonville Carlos Ogg Cherrington Hospital Logan

Jacksonville Men In Athens County Jail

Jacksonville men face jail after arrests in a weekend sequence. Virgil Collins, arrested intoxicated, resisted officers and was jailed after pleading guilty to intoxication and resisting an officer and fined 50 dollars. He failed to pay and was sent to Athens County Jail. Charlie Williams, arrested for illegal fur possession, pleaded guilty and was fined 25 dollars plus costs, with jail time set if payment is not made.

Jacksonville Virgil Collins Francis Barrett Collins H. R. Phillips Athena Charlies Williams B. F. Swartz Athens

Beware Coughs From Common Colds That Hang On

A frontline cough remedy ad promises relief from chest colds and bronchial irritation. It touts Oreomulsion as a fast acting aid to loosen phlegm and “aid nature” in expelling germs. Satisfaction guaranteed with a money back offer.

Fathers' Day Observed at Chauncey Chung Church

Fathers' Day was observed at the Church of Christ Sunday School on Nov 17 with 149 attendees. The event featured Thelma Brookins welcome, Ruth Fiske reading, two musical numbers, Men's Chorus, vocal by Elizabeth Close, and piano by Ruth Close. Next Sunday Nov 24 marks Family Day and the start of a five month attendance campaign.

Chauncey — Fathers Church of Christ Thelma Jean Brookins Ruth Fiske Elizabeth Close Ruth Close Gladys Pickering

Mrs. Chauncey Fetes Mrs. Chauncey On Birthday Event

A local gathering honored Mrs. Chauncey on her birthday with games and diversions. Attendees included Mrs. Ruby Gaston Mrs. Pearl Lowery Mrs. Ella Henderson and others at the Mill event room.

Chauncey Ruby Gaston Pearl Lowery Roy Ware Ella Henderson Dorothy George

Family Plans Surprise Birthday Party for Mrs Etta Schoonover

Family and friends gathered in Chauncey to honor Mrs Etta Schoonover on her fifty third birthday with gifts at her home. Guests then shifted to the Schoonover home for radio entertainment after refreshments. Attendees included Alberta and Elizabeth Schoonover, James Schoonover and son John Edward, Lester Dowler, Earl Worden and daughter Elsie, Mrs Etta Schoonover, and William Young of Nelsonville.

Chauncey Etta Schoonover James Schoonover Alberta Schoonover Elizabeth Schoonover John Edward Lester Dowler Earl Worden Elsie Chauncey and William Young Nelsonville

Mrs. Audry White Former Chauncey Woman Dies

Mrs Audry Koons White 33 born Chauncey died Thursday night at her Toledo home. She leaves husband Clifford White two children Roddy and Margaret her mother Mrs Minnie Koons Chauncey two sisters Mrs Edith Patton and Mrs Ida Spooner Toledo and a brother Franklin Koons Columbus. Father and two brothers Carlos Koons and Warren B Koons preceded her in death. Funeral held Monday in Toledo burial there.

Chauncey Audry Koons White George Koons Minnie Koons Toledo Ida Dendergrass Clifford White Roddy Margaret Edith Patton Ida Spooner Franklin Koons Columbus Carlos Koons Warren B. Koons

Return visit of Mrs. Chauncey from Ohio trip

Mrs. Chauncey has returned from a visit in Marietta Zanesville and Newark. In Marietta she visited her son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Ralph Shaw and son Jimmy. In Zanesville she visited her parents Mr and Mrs EB Leland. In Newark she was the guest of a daughter and son Mia Glenn Wright and Floyd Rivers and family.

Chauncey Frank Rivers Marietta Zanesville Newark Inlaw Ralph Shaw Jimmy Leland Mia Glenn Wright Faye Rivers Floyd Rivers

Chauncey district marks sixteen mines for work Monday

Sixteen mines in the Chauncey district were marked up for work on Monday. The list includes White Ash No. 69, Carbondale, Hocking, Shady Hill, Black Diamond, Ohio No. 1, Salem Hollow, and Chauncey No. 2 among others.

Chauncey White Ash Poston Hocking Carbondale Shady Hill Black Diamond Ohio Salem Hollow

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