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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 25, 1938

Page

6

Baptist Young People Open State Convention at Gallipolis

Delegates arrive for Ohio Baptist Young People State Convention in Gallipolis with Libby Hotel and host church as headquarters. Opening address by Rev George Sagen followed by Dr Harold Geistweit and other speakers. Events run through Sunday noon with elected officers to be installed.

Gallipolis State Convention of Ohio Baptist George Sagen Harold Nash Geistweit Cincinnati C. T. Isom H. B. Parrott Jacob Gartenhaus Rio Grande Baptist Church Church Educational Center Grace Methodist Church Sagen

Wet-Dry Question Undecided in Gallipolis Township

Gallipolis Township votes show 134 for continuance of liquor sales and 134 against. Kananga, an unincorporated village within the township, lacks defined boundaries and votes as part of the township. Strong probability exists of a court test by the dry faction unless a court rules otherwise.

Gallipolis Kananga Gallia County Liberal League

Wounds Fatal To Pt. Pleasant Woman

Gallia County reports a revolver shooting at a cottage in North Point Pleasant. Lillie Call, 43, died at Holzer Hospital after a bullet wound to the neck. William Henry Crump, 72, was found dead at the scene with a head wound. Crump and Call had a years long close relationship. Crump survived by a married daughter. Call by a 15 year old daughter.

Gallipolis William Henry Crump North Point Pleasant Lillie Call Holzer Hospital Crump

Hunter's Blast Crashes Window at Gallipolis Ferry

A hunter shot through a window at Mr. and Mrs. Carl Barnett's home on Thanksgiving Day in Gallipolis Ferry, narrowly missing Mrs. Barnett and injuring their 17 year old son Roscoe Barnett who is paralyzed from the neck down after a prior football accident. The shooter was not found and the farm was posted against hunting. Mrs Barnett suffered shock from the incident.

Gallipolis Carl Barnett Gallipolis Ferry

Winners Named in Library Treasure Hunt Contest

Gallipolis announces prize winners for a library treasure hunt tied to National Book Week. Dorothy Burnett and Marjorie Rinehart led with 28 correct of 39 exhibits and Vir ginia Steele was top high school winner while Joy Judy and Richard Smith led the juvenile group. Prizes were books. Exhibits listed include Money Moon Smoky Miniature Aircraft R E Lee Lamp of Fate Kitchen Ranging Golden Wedding Blue Window Patch of Blue Navy Blue and Gold The Doctor Call of the Wild The Rains Came Listen to the Wind Sound of Running Feet R F D Country Kitchen Listen for a Lonesome Drum Yearling Seven Dials Mystery How the World Rides Red Signal Bent Twig Swords of Steel The Monument Two Kest to a Cabin When Stars Come Out Bright Shawl Summing Up Flat Iron for a Farthing Green Hat Matched Pears Children and the Movies Black and Red In the Midst of Alarms Black on White F O B Detroit Gone With the Wind Gray Caps Toy Shop Lonesome Doll Buttons Clothes We Wear Patty Pans Light Then and Now Automobiles Unrolling the Map Velveteen Rabbit Lucky Penny

Gallipolis Dorothy Burnett Marjorie Rinehart Virginia Steele Joy Judy Richard Smith Detroit

Three Men Jailed Over Dance Hall Brawl Near Vinton

Don ald Thacker Kenneth Phillips and Peter Bishop of Vinton County are jailed in Gallipolis on $500 bond each for taking part in a free for all fight at Frank Perkins dance hall near Vinton two weeks ago. Perkins closed the hall after the incident.

Gallipolis Frank Perkins Vinton Donald Thacker Kenneth Phillips Peter Bishop Vinton County Perkins

Better Than None Pension Delays Hit Gallia County

Gallia County's over 900 age pension recipients, hoping for November payments, tell county director Earl McCormick that half a check would be better than nothing. McCormick says he has heard nothing about this month's pensions and cannot assure when or how much will be paid.

Gallipolis Gallia County Earl McCormick McCormick

Snowy Thursday Dampens Attendance at County Dinners

Heavy snow in Gallipolis Thursday reduced crowd sizes at church and other public dinners across the county, though those who attended were rewarded with double portions for their bravery.

Gallipolis

Calf Born on J H Taylor Farm Dies in Raccoon Township

A two headed calf born at the J H Taylor farm near Woods Mill in Raccoon Township died a week after birth. The event is recorded as a rare livestock occurrence in the locality.

Gallipolis J. H. Taylor Woods Mill Raccoon Township

Fall From Bed In Gallipolis Injures Mrs Ayres

Recovering from a serious illness Mrs John Ayres fell from her bed in Gallipolis and sustained body bruises and a hip injury.

Gallipolis John Ayres

Angell v Angell Divorce Filed for Gross Neglect

Glenn Angell sues Louise Angell for divorce alleging gross neglect of duty. The petition states her present address is unknown.

Gallipolis Glenn Angell Louise Angell

Gallipolis Gridders Served Breakfast Before Game

A Gallipolis football squad of 22 players ate fried chicken at the Libby Hotel at 10 30 Thursday before the Gallipolis Point Pleasant game.

Gallipolis Libby Hotel Point Pleasant

Christian Science Services Athens and Pomeroy Listings

Local notices invite attendance at Sunday services and Sunday School at 10 45 AM and 9 30 AM respectively plus a testimonial meeting every Wednesday at 7 30 PM at churches located on Congress Street Pomeroy and E Main Street Athens.

Eagles Will Observe 50th Anniversary in Gallipolis

Gallipolis Lodge No. 107 BPOE celebrates 50 years since its 1889 charter with a January 16 to 18 observance led by General Chairman Hollis Cantom Johnston. Notable charter members include Will Hayward Oscar Henking and W A Beckler. guests and dignitaries will attend dinners dances and programs across elaborate premises on Second Avenue.

Gallipolis B. P.O.E Hollis C. Johnston Will N. Hayward Oscar M. Henking Los Angeles Calif W. A. Beckler Sarasota Fla Johnston Samuel A. Dunber E. W. Nash J. S. Blackaller H. R. Bradbury C. W. Henking F. M. Bo Second Ave State St

Guyan Farmer Robert L Moore Dies After Operation

Robert L Moore 72 a Guyan Township farmer died Wednesday in Holzer Hospital from complications after a hernia operation. A Noble County native he moved to the county as a child and lived there with his wife Arimanta Dunfee who died in 1915. Surviving children include Hobart Moore Roscoe Houck Crown City Chester Orin Roy and Haskell Moore. Funeral services set for Friday at Hobart Moore's home.

Gallipolis Robert L. Moore Guyan Township Holzer Hospital Noble County Moore Arimanta Dunfee Hobart Moore Roscoe Houck Crown City Chester Orin Roy Haskell Moore Columbus Hobart

Seal Sale Opens in Gallipolis Despite Snow

Health Seal sales began on opening day in Gallipolis as heavy snowfall limited activity. County chairman Carl C. Byers reports strong start and plans to canvass every home with nearly 100 volunteers. Red Cross roll call reports were delayed by weather, but Mrs. C. W. Booth hopes full coverage by Saturday night.

Gallipolis Carl C. Byers Red Cross C. W. Booth

Gallipolis FFA Chapter Reaches Forty Three Members

Following the initiation of 18 farm boy students at Gallipolis High School the local chapter Future Farmers of America now has a membership of 43. Meetings are held weekly for discussion of agricultural topics, recreation and refreshments.

Gallipolis Gallipolis High School Future Farmers of America C. D. Luttrell

Union Service At First Presbyterian Church

Union services at First Presbyterian Church Gallipolis drew large crowds Thursday. Rev. Robert Leake delivered a sermon titled Nine Versus One as the union choir conducted by Mrs. J Harley Bovie provided musical accompaniment.

Gallipolis First Presbyterian Church Robert Leake J. Harley Bovie

Cheshire Baptist Church Men to Meet Tuesday Evening

Announcement says the Men's Fellowship Organization will meet Tuesday evening at the Cheshire church. T. S. Berridge of Gallipolis will address the gathering.

Gallipolis Men's Fellowship Organization Cheshire Baptist Church T. S. Berridge

Hunters Unlucky in Gallipolis Thanksgiving Hunt

Rabbit hunters in Gallipolis faced heavy snowfall and difficult conditions on Thanksgiving. Dogs struggled and game was scarce, ending the day with empty bags as hunting was hampered by the weather.

Gallipolis

Hypothetical Sun as Hollow Sphere Lets Moon Orbit Inside

The statement posits that if the sun were hollow, it could contain the moon orbiting around Earth within its interior. It explores a thought experiment about planetary dynamics and celestial geometry.

Earth

Ancient and Modern Necromancy Denounced in Athens Church

Read in the Christian Science Church in Athens on Sunday, the lesson-sermon denounces ancient and modern necromancy, mesmerism, and hypnotism. The Golden Text affirms if God is for us, none can stand against. The Bible cites Balaam and Balak on speech commanded by the Lord. The Science and Health passage notes wickedness does not rule upright neighbors and urges divine truth over error.

Christian Science Church Athens Balak Balaam Mary Baker Eddy

Services Scheduled By Rutland Pastor

Rutland and Syracuse footnote church services list Sunday schedules for the Methodist Episcopal Church on the Rutland Syracuse charge. Rutland offers Church School Epworth League and an illustrated lecture. Syracuse presents Church School Preaching Service Epworth League. Bethel hosts Bible classes and a preaching hour. The article notes league installations, fellowship night, quarterly conference and Ladies Aid activities.

Methodist Episcopal Church Rutland Bethel Lizzie Zuspann Ladies Aid Werner Syracuse Carl Weese Foster Marcia Karr Irving Karr

Communion at Good Shepherd Church in Advent service

Rev. Smythe H. Lindsay will celebrate Holy Communion at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church at 10 30 on Sunday November 27 the first Sunday in Advent He will also preach there A second Holy Communion without sermon will be held at 8 a m and Church School at 9 30 ahead of the main service conducted for the Brotherhood of St Andrew Corporate Communion of Men and Boys of the Episcopal Church

Smythe H. Lindsay Holy Communion Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Brotherhood of St. Andrew Episcopal Church Lindsay

Luchs Sets Sunday Sermon At Presbyterian Church

The First Century Church and Now will be the Sunday morning topic at 10 30 with a quartet performing The Ninety and Nine by Protheroe and Prayer Perfect by Stenson. A Christmas Baptismal service is planned for Sunday Dec 18 with parents asked to notify Mr Luchs.

Presbyterian Church Protheroe Stenson Mr. Luchs

Others To Be Topic Of Rev Seaman

Dr William G Seaman pastor of the First Methodist Episcopal Church in Athens will preach Sunday morning on Others The vested choir will sing The Haven by Barnby For the mid week service Wednesday at 7 30 pm Dr Seaman will again take for his general theme Conference with Christ speaking next week on On the Emmaus Road The Foreign Missionary Society will have their December meeting Friday at 230 pm There will be an informal program for students Sunday at 530 pm

William G. Seaman First Methodist Episcopal Church Athens the Haven Barnby Seaman Christ Emmaus Road Foreign Missionary Society

Everyman's Problems Subject for Crawford at First Christian Church

Rev. Neil Crawford will preach on Everyman's Problem at 10 15 Sunday at the First Christian Church. The High School and Quadrangle Clubs meet at 6 p m with a 3 30 social hour. A benefit tea is set for November 30 at Mrs. Charles Cameron's home from 2 30 to 5 30.

Neil Crawford First Christian Church Charles Cameron

Church of God Services and Ordinances Scheduled

Regular services will be held Sunday at the Church of God with ordinances observed Sunday afternoon at 2 30.

Church of God

Wooden log found floating in surf identified for owner

A wooden log recovered from the surf near Bodega Bay, Santa Rosa area, is being held for identification and claim by its owner. A local report notes the find and awaits possible recognition by the owner.

Santa Rosa Calif Bodega Bay

Varied Programs Planned To Start Holiday Season

Ministers in Athens and vicinity announce varied sermons for Sunday. Rev. Neil Crawford will speak on Every man's Problem at the Christian Church. Rev. Fred Lachs discusses The First Century Church and Now at the Presbyterian Church. Dr. William G. Seaman selects Others for the Methodist Episcopal Church. Holy Communion will be celebrated in Episcopal Churches of Athens Nelsonville and Logan.

Athens Neil Crawford The Christian Church Fred Lachs Presbyterian Church First Century William G. Seaman Methodist Episcopal Church Nelsonville Logan

Thanksgiving Service At Athens Christian Science Church

First Church of Christ Scientist in Athens held a Thanksgiving service on Congress Street. The service included a reading of the U.S. Thanksgiving Proclamation, prayers, hymns, and a lesson sermon on Thanksgiving. The congregation offered testimonies of healings and blessings from Christian Science.

First Church of Christ, Scientist Athens Congress St United States Christian Science Hymnal Mary Baker Eddy

Schedule Announced For Letart Falls Churches

Letart Falls Methodist Church circuit outlines Sunday services for Plants Church Fairview Apple Grove and Letart Falls. Epworth Leagues plan a house to house canned goods drive for Bethesda Hospital. Booth Festival set for Simpson Church Pomroy on Nov 28.

Letart Falls Plants Church Frank Shane Epworth League Booth Simpson Pomeroy Bethesda Hospital Fairview Russell

Lineberger To Preach At Three Churches

Rev L O Lineberger pastor of the Haydenville Methodist Parish will preach at Haydenville at 9 30 a m at Buchtel 10 30 a m and at Murray City 7 p m On World Missionary Day at Buchtel the sermon will be on The Gospel for the Whole World A missionary offering will be taken After the service the Epworth League will be reorganized with all young people 12 and older urged to attend Rev Lineberger baptized 17 infants and children at the Methodist Church last Sunday An Evangelist R S Balsiger assisted in the revival closing sermon Larvae of tiger moths are known as woolly bears

L. O. Lineberger Haydenville Buchtel Murray City Lineberger Epworth League Methodist Church R. S. Balsiger Portsmouth

Purrington to Officiate at Nelsonville Church Service

Reverend Robert G. Purrington will celebrate Holy Communion at the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany in Nelsonville on Sunday at 9 a.m. The afternoon and fourth Sunday schedule remains, with Rev. Smythe H. Lindsay assisting in Athens.

Jeffery Announces Sunday Sermon Topics at Central Ave Church

Pastor Rev. Stanley Jeffery will preach at 10 20 AM on The Church Accepts the Challenge concluding a series The Church Faces a New Day at Central Ave M E Church. Evening service at 7 30 PM features Delayed Harvests as the sermon topic.

Central Ave. M. E Stanley Jeffery

Why Do the Nation's Rage Sermon by Rev Morris

Timely Topic Why Do the Nation's Rage will be the Sunday sermon at the Pomeroy Church of Christ. Rev B H Morris will lead with a communion service. Bible School begins at 9 30 a m with R C Steffy in charge. Regular service starts at 10 30 a m.

B. H. Morris Pomeroy

Redecorated Church Is Returned To Use In Logan

St. Pauls Episcopal Church in Logan reopens with a Holy Communion service at 10 30 a m on Sunday after three weeks of repairs. Roof and gutters redone interior replastered repainted in tan light, electrical fixtures repaired and lighting updated. Rev Robert G Purrington announces a midnight service will be held as usual with Rev Smythe H Lindsay as celebrant.

Logan St. Paul's Episcopal Church Holy Communion Robert G. Purrington

Evangelist Heard Rev John Peel to Preach at Free Methodist

Evangelist Heard Rev John Peel will preach at the Free Methodist Church Sunday at 10 30 a m on Crossing the Deadline. He returns at 2 p m for The Only Way Home and at 7 30 p m for Voices from Eternity. The Life Line Trio from Indiana will sing at the services.

John Peel Free Methodist Church Life Line Indiana

Christmas Service Planned at McArthur Church

Work on the Trinity Episcopal Church in McArthur finished the roof and interior renovation. The first service in the redecorated building is planned for Christmas Day with regular services to follow.

Constipation solution urged by cause not pills

An advice piece urges readers to find the cause of constipation by reviewing diet. It recommends eating meat and potatoes sparingly and consuming Kellogg's All-Bran cereal as a reliable fiber option. The ad-like text implies a simple dietary fix rather than medications.

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