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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1954

Page

2

Beech Grove Cemetery Adds Five Acre Section

POMEROY trustees announce completion of a five acre addition at Beech Grove Cemetery. Lots 20 by 20 feet sell for $200, graves must be flat with no raised footstones, and head markers in a single line. A new water line and wider roadway are planned, with land bought from George Starcher and the Sanborn family.

Pomeroy Beech Grove Fb. J Strauss Board of Strauss George Starcher Sanborn Wold Norman Klees John Sauvage Roy Mayer Otho Murray

Kather Dies At Marietta

MIDDLEPORT Mr and Mrs Jacob Schafer and daughter Darla will attend funeral services for Mr Schafer's father George Schafer in Marietta Wednesday at 1 30 p m at the McClure Seneral home. He had been seriously ill for three months and died Sunday. Survivors include his widow two daughters Mrs Gilbert Bush Jr Gallipolis and Mrs rt Fenton Marietta two Jacob Schafer Middleport James Schafer Marietta and a number of grandchildren.

Middleport Jacob Schafer Darla Schafer George Schafer Marietta McClure Seneral Gilbert Bush, Jr Gallipolis Rt Fenton James Schafer Senter

Minstrel Show Set by PTA in Syracuse

A fourth showing of the Big Bend Minstrel in its county is planned for 8 PM on Nov. 30 at the Syracuse School auditorium. Kathryn Crow of Letart Falls PTA announces sponsorship by the PTA and Guiding Star Chapter 124, Daughters of America, with Sadie Thuener Libby Wilford and Emma Lyons in charge. Proceeds will be shared. Jimmy Lisle joins the cast for the Syracuse performance.

PTA Daughters of America Jimmy Lisle Syracuse

Charge of Assault Withdrawn by Wife

Mayors report over the weekend lists Clinton Dornick whose wife withdrew assault and battery charges and paid costs. Harley Stalmaker paid $5 plus costs for reckless operation. Zeadie Matheny paid $10 plus costs for speeding and reckless operation. George Knapp and Frank Varian forfeited bonds of $25 each on intoxication charges. Richard Lewis and Kenneth Birchfield are held for hearing on intoxication charges.

Middleport Sidney Russell Clinton Dornick Harley Stalmaker Zeadie Matheny George Knapp Frank Varian Richard Lewis Kenneth Birchfield

Dinner Honors Birthday of Gardner Mankin

A Sunday dinner at the Mankin home honored Gardner Mankin on his birthday. Attending were Mrs. Mabel Mankin, Kenneth Mankin and children Jeffrey and Sharon, plus Larry and Bobby Mankin, and the honored guest Mrs. Mankin. A decorated birthday cake accompanied the meal.

Pomeroy Gardner Mankin Mankin Mabel Mankin Kenneth Mankin Jeffrey Sharon Larry Bobby

Pasteeth False Teeth Hold Firmly In Place

An improved powder for upper or lower plates promises to prevent sliding slipping or rocking. It claims no taste or feeling and works in alkaline non acid conditions while reducing plate odor and fresher breath. Available at drug counters.

Bridal Shower Honors Mrs. James Webb in Columbus

Mrs James Webb known as Betty Rose was surprised with a bridal shower hosted by friends on November 18 in Columbus. Pastel streamers and a miniature bride and groom set the theme while gifts ice cream and cake were shared. Attendees included Loretta Davis Alice Fisher Hazel Stobart Bonnie Badgley Marlene Clark and Shirley Stobart. Sharlene Deem Shirley Powell Joyce Hart could not attend. The bride graduated Racine High School in 1954.

James Webb Betty Rose Columbus Webb Loretta Davis Alice Fisher Hazel Stobart Bonnie Badgley Marlene Clark Shirley Stobart Sharlene Deem Shirley Powell Joyce Hart Racine High School

Former Meigs Man Reported Seriously Ill in Richmond

W J O'Brien of Columbus is seriously ill at a Richmond Virginia hospital according to Mrs Horace Roush this week. The retired New York Central executive was visiting his sister in Richmond and recently visited Middleport. His son W Vollert O'Brien, a General Electric vice president in New York, has been summoned to Richmond. The O'Brien family formerly lived in Middleport while he worked as a master mechanic at the Hobson shops.

Middleport W. J. O’brien Columbus Richmond Horace Roush O'Brien New York Central W. Vollert O'Brien General Electric Company New York City O’brien Hobson Shops Pay Tracy, Jr Hammer Hospital Marion Radford Holzer Hospital Gallipolis Phil Meier Fred Rosenbaum Raymond Bowen Darby Mont West Ray Seidenabale Howard Stewart

Minstrel Rehearsal Moved to Tonight in Middleport

The Sunflower Minstrel cast will rehearse at 7 30 p m tonight at the K of P Hall director Brad Manay says the Wednesday session is moved due to a union Thanksgiving service and a pep meeting at Pomeroy and Middleport

Middleport Sunflower K of P Brad Manay Pomeroy

Middleport Educator Attends Ohio Association Session

Principal Fort Knight returned from Columbus where he attended a two day session of the Ohio Education Association as the delegate to the Middleport Teachers' Association.

Middleport Fort Knight Columbus Ohio Education Association Teachers’ Association

Pallbearer at Wellaston Middleport for Raymond John Son

A pallbearer joined Raymond John Son Saturday funeral procession in Wellston. Son, husband of Lelia Powell Tucker man’s cousin, was a Meigs County native.

Wellaston Middleport Rue ‘Tuckerman Wellston Raymond Johnson Tuckerman Lelia Powell Mrs. Johnson Meigs County

Meters Collect $260 Reported by Police Chief

Parking meter receipts totaling 260 dollars for the past week were reported today by Chief of Police Walter E. Wolfe. The figure reflects the city's ongoing enforcement and revenue from street parking.

Walter E. Wolfe

Pomeroy Social Notes Highlight Christmas Plans and Visits

The Sew-Rite Sewing Club met at Mrs. Don Kennedy to finalize Christmas plans including treats for children from the playground fund and a December 15 dinner at the Little House in Middleport. Prizes were awarded during the social hour to Mrs. Charles Spencer and Mrs. Dayton Strickland, with door prize to Mrs. Everett Sayre. Several locals hosted refreshments. upcoming meetings and hospital updates for Marion Radford and Tracy Whaley are noted along with visits from Lincoln Heights residents to Parkersburg and Columbus trips.

Dayton Strickland Everett Sayre Don Collins David Goodwin Charles Hoffman Elmer White Don Mullen Elza Gilmore Charles Spencer Edward Wells Willard Boyer Calvin Simpson

Christmas Party Planned by Penie Class of First Baptist

The Penie Class of the First Baptist Church gathered for a Christmas party at the church Saturday night. A committee was named to continue plans and members will donate a toy to the church nursery instead of exchanging gifts.

Pomeroy First Baptist Church Bert Bodimer Franklin D Hudson R. H. DeMott Chester Zirkle Richard Owens Charles Stanley Harold Lemley Guy Cowan Franklin D. Hudson Howard Cecil

Janet Carpenter elected president of Youth Fellowship

Janet Carpenter was elected president of the Youth Fellowship at the United Methodist Church meeting Sunday evening. Other officers are Paul Reuter as vice president and Connie Woodgeard as secretary treasurer.

Pomeroy Janet Carpenter United Methodist Church Paul Reuter Connie Woodgeard Miss Carpenter Miss Blakeslee Methodist Youth Fellowship Charles Downie Johnny Bryant Sharon Bahr John Thomas James Carpenter Danny Kunze Melissa Howard C. FE. Blakeslee Nancy Woodgeard

Youth Fellowship Meeting At Federated Church

Prayer opened the meeting led by Tommy Brown. Marlene Scholl and Minnda Murray gave secretary and treasurer reports. Joe Kennedy led a discussion on Our Parents. Faye Thomas to lead next. Dancing and refreshments followed for 30 members.

Pomeroy Tommy Brown Youth Fellowship The Federated Church Marlene Scholl Minnda Murray Joe Kennedy Faye Thomas

Pilgrims Theme Guides Pomeroy Youth Fellowship

The Youth Fellowship of the Pomeroy First Baptist Church held a Sunday evening meeting at the church with the theme Meet the Pilgrims. Members listed early pilgrims, defined the term, and discussed how biblical pilgrims and Hebrews 11 figures fit the concept, ending with prayer.

Pomeroy Pomeroy First Baptist Church R. H. DeMott

Local Notes from Gallia County and Nearby Towns

Mrs. L. J. Heiner returns from a 10 day visit in Florida. Mrs. Lucy Gainer travels home on Union Ave from Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital Parkersburg West Virginia after two weeks as a patient recovering from surgery. Miss Anna Ebersbach and Mrs. Louise Finsterwald visit Gallipolis Friday to see Mrs. Elizabeth Huber who is ill. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Tracy Sr and Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Blake visit in Gallipolis Sunday.

Lucy Gainer Union Ave Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital Parkersburg W. Va

Notice to Bidders for Elevation Project Athens County Court House

Sealed proposals will be received by the Board of Athens County Commissioners Athens Ohio until 12 00 o clock noon EST on December 3 1954 for the Elevator at Athens County Court House. Bids must include full names and addresses and be in a sealed envelope marked Elev ator Athens County Court House. Bids opened and read aloud at 12 00 o clock noon EST on December 3 1954 in the office of the Board of County Commissioners.

Board of Athens County Commissioners Athena County Commissioners Athens Ohio Athens County Court House C County Auditor Athens County Court House Board OF County Cea Sioners Athens Court Board of County Commissioners Athena ¢ Ety Whaley

Perry County Court News Summary

Corning resident George C Bloomfield seeks probate appointment as administrator of Vietta Bloomfield estate. appraisers named. Estate of Carl E Caton and will probates filed. Executrix and executor accounts show distributions of 29390.27 and 2314.56. Inventory for P L Bowman lists 150 personal goods, 11560.55 stocks, 3479.77 debts. Lawsuit Sears Roebuck v Maurer for 307.30. arraignment for Carl Folk on breaking and entering and grand larceny. bond set at 1000. School board approves Jackson Street elementary property sale and hires assistant janitor. Marital suits filed Alfman v Alfman and Weiner v Weiner. Marriage licenses issued for Wingett Newman, Rader Mages, Houdin Atier. Real estate transfers and mortgages recorded including multiple tracts and lots in Clayton, Hopewell, Crooksville, Monroe, Crooksville, Ludington, and Conaway.

P. L. Bowman Somerset Earl R. Bugh W. A. Hite Mary Price New Straitsville Lawrence Chappeleaer John F. Ferguson Sears and Roebuck and Co Logan Harlow C. Maurer Shawnee Carl Leonard Folk Rendville VU. S. McGonagle Mile Branch Coal Co Corning New Lexington Jackson St Ralph Self Julia Pauline Alfman Steven Alfman Zanesville George Weiner Crookaville Adella Weiner Duncan Falls Danilo A. Wingett Amanda Beaulah A. Newman Moxahala Charles A. Rader Roseville Jeanne Louise Mages Jackie E. Houdin Dorothea J. Atier Lewis and Alice King Glenn Ruth Anderson Clayton Township Kevin B. Skinner Bessie M. Skinner Hopewell Township Catherine B. Harrington Marguerite B. Talbot Crooksville Leonard Ruth Wesney Willis Sommer Monroe Township Joseph Mary Stine Frances Wanda Miller Everett A. Taylor Dean Helen J. Myers E. A. Taylor Alfred Larson George P. Gillespie Maggie Gillespie Ludington Marion Smith Peter and Bertha Strickdorn, Jr Earl Avonne Martin Charles and Carolyn Taylor Conaway Harrison Township Lena Kenny Mildred Wilson P. Robinson

Police Arrest Father For Abandoning Boys

Newport Kentucky police nabbed Douglas Carver 24 for allegedly abandoning two baby boys on a Newport doorstep last Thursday night. He surrendered on a warrant charging him and his wife Lucille with child abandonment. Carvers previously resided in Covington. Deputies headed toward Grundy Virginia seeking Mrs. Carver as sources say she may be staying with relatives.

Newport Douglas Carver Lucille

One-Way Routing Favored in Middleport

May or Sidney Russell reported favorable comments on a Monday discussion at the mayor's office. Middleport officials and the state Highway Department agreed to make S Third Ave from Mill St to Locust St one way south and Locust St to Mill St one way north on 8 Second Ave. A temporary two block one-way trial on 8 Third and S Second Aves proved unsatisfactory with several complaints. The change, made Monday, aims to improve school crossing safety.

Middleport Sidney Russell State Highway Department S. Third Ave Mill St Locust St Second Ave S. Second

Miland says TV show busy schedule limits movie roles

Ray Miland says television has limited his film work only by keeping him busy with his video show. He notes it has not hurt his movie career overall. His last film was Dial M for Murder and he will resume movie work in late March with a new project forthcoming.

Wayne Oliver New York Ray Milland Milland

Ray Milland finds TV role easier after move from stage

Milland, now in his second year on The Ray Milland Show, says television is smoother as he plays Professor McNulty in a coed college. He notes last year’s format was painful and that this season’s scripts are stronger though laughter sometimes overshadows milder humor. He estimates ten of seventeen scripts were very good and explains filming costs two rehearsal days and two shooting days per episode.

Warner Brothers Republic Milland Professor McNulty Ray Milland Professor McNutley Mr. McNutley MecNutley McNulty

Wally Cox Show Star Proves His Hidden Athletic Side

Tony Randall describes Wally Cox as an athletic, well conditioned actor who plays shy Mr Peepers. Randall notes Cox stays in top shape through weight lifting but may risk becoming muscle bound with continued training. Milland commented during a recent Hollywood visit.

Wally Cox Mr. Peepers Tony Randall Wally Harvey Weskitt Cox Randall Milland Hollywood

Meigs General Hospital Notes

Births list Willard Taylor Chester a son Clyde Ratcliff Cheshire a son. Discharged include Maggie Brown Edith Kauff Gladys Cummings and baby Sharon Idle Edith Kauff Delores Myers Carrie Stansbury Violet E Wyatt Goldsmith Cornwell Edna Ratcliff and baby Philip Osborne and baby Flo Henry Julia Tittle Tracy Whaley.

Goldsmith Cornwell Middleport Carrie Stansbury Rutland John Wyatt Clyde Ratcliff Cheshire Mahion Eblin, Sr Pomeroy Charles Warner Chester Charles Snider Mary Ann Washington Fairmont W. Va Grace Woodyard Albany Mary Little Cheshire Ruth Taylor Alien Louden Long Bottom Ernest Oscar Henry Clifton Leota Johnson Ee Myers Huntington Willard Taylor Clyde Ratcliff Maggie Brown Edith Kauff Gladys Cummings Sharon Idle Delores Myers Violet E. Wyatt Edna Ratcliff Philip Osborne Flo Henry Julia Tittle Tracy Whaley

Raymond Thomas Parker Run birthday party noted in Middleport

The 23rd birthday of Raymond Thomas Parker Run was celebrated last week with a potluck at his Middleport home attended by numerous guests including Mr. and Mrs. Cher Kessinger and many local residents. Plans for a four-supper and Christmas party were discussed at a nearby Auxiliary meeting led by President Mrs. Jack Bechtle.

Middleport Raymond Thomas Parker Run Cher Kessinger Joseph Morris Donald Paul Williamg Connie Cheryl E Edward R. Martin Maude Martha Brewer Janet Caton Stuart Brewer Lester Thomas Barbara Kenneth Farley Harlan Rife Lloyd E. Wood Faye Wood Beverly Bernard Bowen John M. Nelson Hurley Nelson Artie Williams Sydney Harness Effie Baker Lizzie Caton Lola Bright Betty Jo Kessinger Thomas Durst North Fifth Ave Jack Bechtle Joan Vroman Frank Vrooman Darst Linda Fiering Gerald Anthony Charles Murray James Daniels C Karr Sr John Vroman David Ohlinger Raymond Klees Robert McElhinny O. E. McKinley Bechtle

Levy Explanations Aid Bradbury P T A Meeting

MIDDLEPORT The Bradbury P T A discussed a 1.2 mill levy to fund enlarging and improving the Bradbury School building with a special election set for December 14. Principal Thelma Dill chaired as Norma Russell led the meeting. students from grades five through six won the attendance banner and performed a Thanksgiving program under teachers Horace McElhinney Edith Forrest and Maxine Wingett.

Middleport Bradbury Thelma Dill Norma Russell Horace McElhinney Janice Bing Roger Hysell Ebert Caruthers Ruth Reed

Plains Social Notes Highlight Family Visits and Celebrations

Mr and Mrs Aaron McGrath hosted a dinner for granddaughter Ruth Ann Martin celebrating her 13th birthday. Guests included Gedna Martin Mildred Sharon Chase and others. Kay Whetstone underwent an appendectomy in Sheltering Arms Hospitals. George Culver visited in Middleport. Families Welch and Donelson hosted and visited relatives in Columbus Murray City and near Athens. Benny Cline and Kathy France had whooping cough. Edwin L McGrath has moved from Chicago and Michigan City to Waco Texas.

the Plains Aaron McGrath Ruth Ann Martin Gedna Martin Mildred Sharon Chase Roger France Kathy Delbert Cline Benny Billy Debby Kay Whetstone Very Whetstone Marilyn Columbus R. D. Welch Ernest Welch Neil Welch Athens John Donelson Kate Anders Murray City Benny Cline Kathy France Warren Graham Norman Welch Warren Norman Edwin L. McGrath Chicago Michigan City Waco Texas Frances Burnside Trimble Tony Kovaicik D. Welch Fort Myers Beach Florida

Enrollment Surge At Ohio Independent Colleges

Dr. Harold J. Yochum, president of Capital University, said estimated enrollment in 22 colleges that are members of the Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges rose 52 percent this fall.

Columbus Harold J. Yochum Capital University Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges

Meteor Entering Atmosphere Appears as Bright Fireball

A tiny speck of matter from space entering Earth's atmosphere creates a bright meteor visible on the ground. Observers report a streak across the sky and a brief flash as the object burns up.

Earth

Christmas Boxes For Veterans Aid By Lewis-Manley Auxiliary

The Lewis-Manley post American Legion Auxiliary met at Mrs. Julia Williams home to plan Christmas boxes for Veterans Hospitals and six backers for needy families. Carrie Cassell presided and urged contributions due December 10 at Mrs. Nelly Winston's home. Hostesses Winston Young Reese Smith Winston served a roast chicken lunch. plans include a February 22 money making program with all members assisting.

Middleport Plana Veterans’ Hospitals Lewis- Manley Post American Legion Julia Williams Carrie Cassell Nelly Winston Winston C. R. Young Ariena Reese William Smith Virginia Nell Winston Williams Campbell Harper Delona Pannell

Pomeroy Plans Union Thanksgiving Service

Rev R H DeMott will preach at 10 a m Thursday in the Federated Music by the Pomeroy High School mixed glee club directed by Mrs Lucille Swackhamer. The Baptist United Methodist and Federated Churches cooperate in the union service.

Pomeroy R. H. DeMott Pomeroy First Baptist Church Union Federated Church Pomeroy High School Lucille Swackhamer Baptist United Methodist Federated Churches

Gilmore Dinner Honors Sally Gilmore Birthday

Mr and Mrs Carl Gilmore hosted a Monday dinner for Sally Gilmore on her 16th birthday. Guests included Carla Sue Gilmore and Mr and Mrs Robert Tewksbury and Judson White.

Middleport Carl Gilmore Sally Gilmore Carla Sue Gilmore Robert Tewksbury Judson White

Presbyterian Church Group I Meets After Dinner

Middleport group I of the Women s Association will hold a meeting this evening at the home of Mrs Everett Bachner following dinner at the Martin Restaurant.

Middleport Women's Association of The First Presbyterian Church Everett Bachner Martin

Local residents visit families in Ohio and Georgia

Mr and Mrs L D Diles traveled to Athens for a weekend visit with Mr and Mrs Harry Mitchell Jr and family as well as Dr and Mrs Charlies Jiiden and children. Mayor and Mrs Sidney Russell and daughter Myna joined Mrs Co D Page for a Columbus weekend hosted by Mr and Mrs Robert Hayth Mr and Mrs Dwight Brown and children Gordon and Mary also present in the St Albans area during the outing.

L. D. Diles Athens Harry Mitchell Jr Charlies Jiiden Sidney Russell Myna Russell Co. D. Page Columbus Robert Hayth Dwight Brown Gordon Mary St. Albans

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