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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 30, 1930

Page

10

Portraits and Hats Highlight Local Christmas Social

In Athens a small town scene shows Miss Me and Mrs Chestnut among guests and neighbors, with roses in hats and floral accents. Details mention a party, home gathering, and local residents like Opal Mk and Beata, amid a quiet social mood and a forecast of cloudy, rainy weather.

Arch Sponer Fobert Athens Yaony Lef Motor Irty Fale Tua City Mass North Opal Gelur Athena Gama Werdnes Acelde Mmaune c C. Johan Jonn

High bowling scores set during Thanksgiving period

George Burgess posted the best score Thursday with a 200 game and high nine-game series while others like Doun Columber Tele Reghara and Foreman posted strong averages. Local bowling saw multiple top marks and several players achieved high single game scores during the holiday run.

George Burroms Ctehl Doun Columber Tele Reghara Foreman Howard Colimbers Weir John Stroble Lotus Mtar Bers Moore Restaants Grooms Burress Lumbermen Volumbua Moore

Rare Musical Instruments Collected by Band Director Janssen

Ohio University band conductor Frot Curtis W Janssen houses a rare collection of nineteenth and early twentieth century instruments at his home. The exhibit includes small horns, animal horn bells, a Japanese mask instrument, and an African tom-tom carved from a tree trunk with monkey skin, some dating back 198 years. Due to lacking cabinets, most of the collection is stored and awaiting display in his new office, with plans to catalog each piece and mount a formal exhibit.

Band of Ohio University Curtis W. Janssen Trent Tatrepe Jansenn Toda Artasr Jansen

Walsmith Granted Decree in Cruelty Divorce Case

In Logan court Judge Joseph W Adkins granted Margaret Walsmith a decree in the divorce suit filed by John Walsmith for extreme cruelty. Alimony of 2600 dollars. defendant to occupy Watamiuth property on East Hunter Street for one year. Minor children placed in Juvenile Court care after weeks of testimony. case drew 40 witnesses and court efforts to settle failed.

Dan Cup A. M. Blinger Joe Beidle Clara Lang Mabel Wharton Laurelvile Alpha Wharton James A. Wietdas Laure A. Guy Millfield Andrew Guy Cara Ince Pidcock Coonvill Clarence Pidcock A. Te. True Chater B. Wariley Loran John F. Hartley Goldie M. Sherburn Union Furnace Lucy Sherlur Mew RC Axzhell TruMonta Couse Iriday Jude Adkins Mos Walsmaith A M. Inager Agus Wataniuth East Hunter Sheet Getlle Walynith Thin Ery

Market Trends Show Shift in Hog and Cattle Prices

In Columbus reports indicate mixed hog and cattle prices with heavier hogs selling at higher costs while dressed pork and beef prices move downward. Illinois and Chicago price ranges reflect a net decline, with some days showing declines of one to nine dollars per hundred pounds. Market outlooks improve as feeder cattle demand strengthens amid rare price stability for higher grade pork.

Columbus Carl Wist ¢Eneagh Ohnerir Pareau Srs Chicago Dalliers County Shippys Catthe

Fair Board Rejects Rehabilitation Plan for Fairgrounds

Hocking County commissioners efforts to rehabilitate the fairgrounds failed as the Hocking County Agricultural Society refused to dissolve. Board members opposed the plan except for three. The commission cited rising debts, unmet mortgages, and increasing interest as funds dwindled. Creditors may force foreclosure, and the property may be sold. Buildings need repairs and substantial expense would be required to run the fair.

Ogan Hocking County Hocking County Agricult Wwirds Society Stv Fale A. J. White Chais Tragure Charlie G. Wright Cnizens Dhe Con- Winan

Fire damages Warner residence and surrounding area

A fire caused property loss at the Don Warner home on 49s ast ilunter Stiet with damages estimated at S280 and flames reaching nearby tatters. The blaze prompted investigations by local authorities and raised concerns about flammable materials. Later, a Sunrise Meeting at the church organized a Thanksgiving breakfast included a program with music and a vocal solo, led by Elizabeth Sloughton and Mrs Chines Sehenion, followed by offerings and community prayers.

Warner Wogan Dave Abe Don Warner Nave Sun Ree Uleroin Ferar Tae Gretchren Moore Mans Elizabeth Sloughton Clurch Hires Sweany Madge Wright Faith Wright

County Highways Blocked by Snow

Logan county highways faced snowdrifts delaying traffic Thursday as crews cleared drifts reported in Marian Township and along the Kriseh Baum Row near Gibssonville. County engineer Orla Wells supervised the Gibsnontilte section while workmen cleared routes by noon and traffic resumed.

Logan Hey Reporta Marian

Dinner planned by Logan Maccabees chapter Monday

C E Swarz Toledo records expert will headline the Logan Maccabee Order dinner in the city Monday evening with a meal for members and families. Euterpean Clubists from Columbus will perform two instrumental pieces at the Methodist Episcopal Church program. Several hundred guests attend. local members listed.

Logan C. E. Swarz Toledo Maccabee Order Dws City Matenhees Ihelngues Euterpean Cinic Columbus Lucille Rappenbey Jaynes Comralo Marzuerite Hear Ornan Methodist Fepraropal Mhiureh M. FL Weyrroeder Walters Minnie McBroom Ressir Bristoe Whbit Laning Weller Prather Hugh Meldrim Jane Ackery Jaynes

Logan County Sets Higher Dog License Fees for One Year

Logan County commissioners approve a one year raise in dog license charges to cover costs from dog related losses. Male licenses rise to 3.75 dollars, female to 3.75, with a stemmed levy at 12.50. The dog license sale starts next month and funds will be used to support the sheep claim fund after abusive dog actions. Auditor Melvin Thott notes prior revenues and counts of licenses issued.

Logan Hocking County Melun Thott

Thanksgiving basketball prep closes for city schools

Logan and Tihe City schools adjourn Wednesday for Thanksgiving, with many inquiry members leaving the city to spend the holiday with families in other cities. After the break, the athletic department will focus on basketball for both boys and girls.

Logan Not Tihe

Thanksgiving Guests Fill Local Welcome for Wok Mutchmore

Thanksgiving Day scenes recount guests visiting Mrs Bess Mutchmore and Amy Mutchmurer of Sorrh, Spring Sires, and many neighbors from Canton Wiss Mariam Miller to Levan. Families from Aldwnd Stiven Mins to South Market Street gathered for meals and gratitude. The narrative lists numerous households hosting relatives and friends, sharing meals at Thathhssisins and other local homes, with remarks on hospitality and communal celebrations.

Katherine Louise Eeins Woehtrta Kun Atteniing School Doduanapolis George W. Fol South Market Street Mars Vareel Warren Ot Jed Glenview J. E. Prew Ba Tian Warner Harden, Bogany Murphy Aml Son Lancaster Stames Wegmanter Henry Giison Matey Pearl Watkins Walker Beriide Mordat Mr. Am Jor Farbeana Jack George Koiden Dick Eeacg Elis Meo Bf Farhearn Callecing Stonzhron Melumbas

School case decision disputed by board and patrons

A contested school case before the Board of Education involved injunction requests and petitions from patrons and teachers. The Board considered merger and operation conditions, with several figures and witnesses cited as the hearing addressed wage and staffing implications for the township and surrounding districts. The dialogue noted differing viewpoints on consolidation plans and ongoing disputes over the school’s governance and finances.

Logan Joseph Cie CIA Thomyas Hardenal Jaunes Eiger

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