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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1933
Page
2
Excavation began to form a base for a permanent stone wall along the new river bank parking lot in Pomeroy under Delbert Welker’s supervision. A loose rock wall exists already. Parking for 10 plus cars is available evenings as work continues on the CWA project.
Advert says first signs of constipation include headaches and fatigue and that Kellogg's All-Bran provides bulk to smooth digestion and iron for blood. Two tablespoons daily claimed to overcome most constipation. if not, see a doctor. Sold by grocers. produced by Kellogg in Battle Creek.
Meigs couple Mina Heines and Wayne Swisher wed at the Heines home on Pearl Street in Middleport. Ceremony at 8 pm with Rev. L. F. Miller officiating. 80 guests attended. The couple, both Middleport High School graduates of 1932, will reside with the bride’s parents this winter while Swisher continues pharmacy studies at Ohio State University.
In Dexter a black cat is linked to misfortune for the Gotachall family. A cat died on the steps of Columbia High School months earlier, and student Day Got challenging Gotschall twisted his leg on those steps and now uses crutches. A relative, Mrs Emmett McCaskey, also fell from the same steps.
In Middleport, the Red Cross Roll Call canvass of the business district nears completion with a house to house campaign planned in residential areas. The county drive opened Nov 20 with township workers urged to forward membership fees promptly rather than waiting for visits.
Mr and Mrs Glen Chase and son Jack of Huntington were weekend guests here. W G Downie, after visiting relatives in Cleveland with his daughter and son in law, has returned home. Mr and Mrs Fred Brown and Mr and Mrs Jeff Morrison visited here with Mrs Theodore Ebersbach. Brown and Morrison returned Sunday to Shelby. This morning Mrs Ebersbach and her sisters left on a week long trip to Washington and New York. Theodore Ebersbach is in Columbus on business for a few days.
Misa Louise Oblinger daughter of Mr and Mrs T Oblinger and Staney Roy son of Mr and Mrs Graham Roy married in a Monday morning ceremony at the bride’s parents home in Middleport. Rev F I Gardner of the Church of Christ officiated. The couple will reside in Middleport and host is the bride’s family.
Mrs. Ella Tanthorey of Coolville arrived Sunday to spend a week with her son W. F. Tanthorey. Mrs. Emma Jividen visited Rutland with Dr. P. A. Jividen. Joe Cooper and son Isaac of Sherman, W. Va, stayed with Mr. and Mrs. Owen Watson. Phila thea Women of the Christian Church in Middleport will hold a Christmas party December 21 with gift exchanges and a decorated tree.
James Foley Vaughan Lemley and Laura Foley all minors were taken into custody Monday afternoon by Deputy Sheriff Dana Tracy in Pomeroy and are being held for juvenile court investigation.
In Chambersburg Gallia County Ohio Curtis Clark is building a house inside a large barn on recently purchased property. All interior timbers were removed, the foundation is laid, and the plan aims to let workers proceed without weather delays.
Middleport residents hosted several relatives from Detroit and Charleston over the weekend. Lulu Wilson, formerly of Middleport, reconnected with neighbors while Ralph Anderson returned to Cleveland after visiting his family. Additional relatives from Parkersburg and Columbus were seen visiting local families before departing Sunday night.
From Columbus for the weekend with her husband employed at Hobson. William Stansbury motored to Columbus Sunday for a few days on business. J. A. Kent, after a two day business trip to Columbus, returned here Monday.
Middleport High School plans the second year of its mimeographed student run paper titled the M. H. B. Activity. Distribution is free to students. The staff includes Editor Betty Reed and business manager John Smith with multiple editors, reporters, artists, and a faculty advisor Mr. Wolfe.
Pomeroy Panthers work through muddy field conditions as they gear up for Thanksgiving clash with Yellow Jackets. They expect a passing game if Jackets cannot break through the Panthers’ strong line and will rely on a power running attack and deceptive plays.
Jesse Withem aged 48 died suddenly at home in Bishopville after weeks with cardiac asthma. Survived by wife and six children and several relatives. funeral at his Derthick home Wednesday at 2 pm conducted by Rev. Miles E. Hoon. Maplewood Cemetery burial.
Mrs. Theodore Newman a 30 year old colored woman died after an operation at St. Francia Hospital Columbus early Sunday. She is survived by her husband and a 13 year old son. The family home is in the No 6 addition west side. The body was taken to a local mortuary and to Harrisburg Ill for burial.
Mr and Mrs Don Withem announce their marriage which occurred recently at St Marys West Virginia Jessie McDonald former name of Mrs Withem is daughter of Mr and Mrs J M McDonald residents of this place She has taught in Trimble Township schools for four years and holds a two year diploma from Ohio University Mr Withem is son of Mrs Jesse Withem They plan to reside in Glouster.
Glouster announces the marriage of Min na Mae Standley to Carl Dennison. Miss Standley, Glouster High School class of 1954, wedder in Homer Township High School class of 1933. Mr and Mrs John Standley are her parents and Mr and Mrs David Dennison are the groom’s parents. The ceremony linked two local families in a Glouster area event.
Funeral services for Lawrence W. Ley will be held at Holy Cross Church on Wednesday at 9 30 in the morning, conducted by Rev. Pather A W Kessler. Burial will follow in the Lancaster Street Cemetery in Glouster.
Emanuel Janedis told police he pushed a six pound stone in a pushcart from Litchfield Connecticut to Cincinnati He vowed to push it to Los Angeles if Roosevelt won and Roosevelt won The incident occurred in Cincinnati on November 26 with no further details provided
An Unemployed League was organized at Bishopville townhouse with 36 members. Officers named Will Hoon as chairman Elton Pedicord as secretary and David Dennison as treasurer. A program followed with members from The Plains and Oakdale McLeish leagues aiding in the setup. Leonard Taylor of Hooper Ridge was taken to Sheltering Arms Hospital Athens for treatment of an infected hand.
Bennie Orndorf 11 son of Mr and Mrs Pearl Orndorf was readmitted to Cherrington Hospital Logan after being brought home November 19. His condition did not improve and required additional treatment this Sunday.
Chauncey-Dover Alumni Association met at the Chauncey high school to finalize the Thanksgiving celebration at the 77 Club. Wildermuths’ Fourteen Piece Band will provide music for a 9 p.m. dance with a floor show and entertainment. Eight bridge tables and prizes are set for high scorers. The day also features a football game between the high school and alumni on Thanksgiving afternoon and many former grads plan to return.
Chauncey-Dover Schools will hold Thanksgiving programs with playlets and music Wednesday afternoon. Most teachers will participate as the district plans a brief recess Thursday and Friday. Superintendent Wesley Walburn announced closures and related notes about local residents Walter Leffler's serious illness.
Chauncey residents Mr. and Mrs. A B Lester hosted a family dinner at Mill Street to honor John Lester as he celebrated his 77th birthday. Attending were the Lesters and their relatives from Bailey Run Columbus and Chauncey, including Woodrow Lester Harry Staten Pearl Jessie Lester and others.
The Plains Church of God youth group elected new officers on Sunday November 25 with Faye Potts as president Harrison Lovely as vice president Grace Goldsberry as secretary and treasurer and Mary M Bean Gilbert Chilters Flora Hanning as program committee members The group also scheduled a midweek meeting every Wednesday at 7 pm.
Persuasive ad copy promises Halitosine eliminates onions cigarettes liquor and beer breath and offers a free bottle via a tear out coupon. It touts multiple benefits as an antiseptic aftershave scalp treatment and dentifrice-like use and encourages presenting the coupon to a pharmacist before the deadline.
Miss Eleanor Minister and Mr. Charles Minister of Chauncey spent Sunday in Xenia Ohio with Mrs. Edward Minister accompanying them home. Mrs. Frank Weaver and Mrs. Kenneth Owens of Columbus visited Chauncey over the weekend with relatives.
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