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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1935

Page

5

Missing Edith Massie: Police seek Racine man Lisle

Edith Massie vanished Monday after a visit for dental work. Mrs Wilvisey swore out a warrant for Ked Lisle of Racine age 52, who allegedly took her and may be driving a coach. Lisle is said to own stores in Racine and be driving a blue outfit.

Edith Massie R Ked Lisle Racine Massie Wilvisey Lisle Assie Mre West Virginia Ohio

Festival vents listed for community events and prizes

The schedule lists events for the festival including a Kiddie Circus parade at 7 pm Tuesday, a rival queen crowning at 8 pm, a Grand College football game at 8 pm, a baby contest at 2 pm, amateur contests with awards, and a general parade Wednesday at 8 pm with multiple prize categories. Judges named and prize amounts provided alongside premium list items for exhibits and crafts.

Ipolis Queen Grande New River State R. McCormick Hoasters McQueen el- Riggs Viola Plyomena John Haner White Elmer Hatfield Fford

Springfield of Education Refuses Shady Grove School Order

In Common Pleas Court Winger seeks an order over Shady Grove School after residents petitioned for a winter session. Judge White scheduled a 9 o'clock hearing. the board faces contempt claims amid dispute over the 1935 term.

Ipolis Springfield of Education Shady Grove Winger E In Common Pleas Ger W. R. White Shade Grove Fillinger

Local Hospital Transport and Fall Festival Notes

Reports describe Wiver and Shelton hospitalized after a bus route incident in Cincinnati with medical air transport by Dr. C E and Lieut Eckford. Morgan Township teacher receives mastoiditis treatment at Helzer Hospital. Falls Festival votes fail to register this weekend at the corner 67 and Becond Streets while brewery inspections draw attention.

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Hatfield boy sets all age squirrel record near Centenary

The 13 year old son of Sheriff E E Hatfield and wife set an all age mark by bagging two squirrels in one hour on his father’s Centenary farm, after earlier killing a squirrel at age eight with an air rifle.

Gallipolis Brownie Hatfield E. E. Hatfield Centenary

Thurman Girl Denied Diphtheria Care Alive in Gallia

A 13 year old girl Mary Dickson in Gallia County remains alive after her family refused diphtheria antitoxin. Health officials report delayed history, quarantine and appeals for aid as trustees consider support. The Dicksons recently moved from Kentucky and include a minister grandfather and a physician grandmother.

Gallipolis Thurman Margaret Jones Miss Jones Mary Dickson Dickson Gallia County van Lear Floyd County Franz Gettings Dicksons W. F. Shane W. Lewis Brown T. J. Allison Rio Grande Kentucky Columbus Raccoon Township

Bolles History Drama to Play in Gallipolis

Bolles presents a historical drama on settling the area and prehistoric ages at Washington School auditorium in Gallipolis October 3 to 5. Each night features a new chapter with 600 feet of Bolles paintings for stage settings and ticket sales by a local proprietor and assistants in Indian costume.

Gallipolis al Bolles Washington School Bolles Fur Agency St. Lawrence River Jack Wolfe Turtle Creek Marie Antoinette Daniel Boone Safford

Rev Wilbur Reappointed Pastor at Grace Church

The Rev H H Wilbur was reappointed pastor of Grace Methodist Episcopal Church in Gallipolis by Bishop H Lester Smith after the congregation unanimously requested his return to the pastorate.

Wilbur Gallipolis H. H Wilbur Grace Methodist Episcopal Church H. Lester Smith Rev. Wilbur

Bradbury Community Notes and Upcoming Events

Marion Maguire leaves Hamilton Store for Star Clothing Co. as salesman. Rally Day at Bradbury on Oct 13 features program and pastor sermon. Rev G W Perkins preaches Oct 6 and Oct 20 revival begins. Bible School attendance 68. Mrs Shannon Russell ill last week. Local services held at Adams home with Floyd Wise and workers. Cecil Hoffman returns from Middleport. Smalleyes move into A J Smith property. Ed Russell home prayer meeting. Worthie Johnson home next. Napoleon life books claim vast literature.

Bradbury Marion Maguire Hamilton Star Clothing Co Billy Russell Shannon Russell Floyd Wise Guy Adams Cecil Hoffman Middleport Smalley A. J. Smith Ed Russell Worthie Johnson Bradford

Albany Grange Booster Night Highlights Rural Electrification

Albany Grange held Booster Night with agricultural literary and musical acts led by L. J. Tabor. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Grant Wood and Mr. and Mrs. Hanford Elliott. A birth announced for Loraine on September 22. Florence Strong and Frank Trainer wed in Athens with plans to live in Albany.

Albany Albany Grange National Grange L. J. Tabor L. F. Miller D. W. Hoffee Frances Cline Thora Belle Baughman M. H. Macfarlan Virginia Ross Wilma Musgrave Lucy Mclaughlin Columbus BE. J. Stanley Charles Woody Anna Vanbibber Long Bottoms Henry Chase Thomas Davis Athena R. F Harold Luckett Nelson Luckett Weber Wood Harrisonville Jesse Douglas George Sweeney Charles Morton Beltsville Clarence Sweeney Albert Caster Salem Center Guy Johnson J. L. Murdock Lancaster A. D. Cline Florence Strong Frank Trainer Trainer Luther R. Allen Athens A. Y. Wilcox Athens Presbyterian Church

Mrs Saferred Rites Held at Tuppers Plains

The body of Mrs. Samuel Safereed was brought to Tuppers Plains from Steubenville for funeral services at the U B Church conducted by Rev Fox. The Christian Church choir sang and Mrs Fox presided at the piano.

Tuppers Plains Samuel Safereed Steubenville U. B Fox Christian Church Bernice Keller Virginia Connolly Carrie Bahr Athens Maggie Russell Holman Nelsonville E. G. Kim Robert Middleport Dwight Selah McLane Chester Davis Anthony Wooda Alfred Sarah Parr Charles Sommers Meigs CCC Emory Keller Herold Columbus Paul Brooks Parkersburg

Mines Reopen as Seventeen District Mines Resume Work

Work resumes in Chauncey district as seventeen mines are marked for operation Wednesday. Listed operations include Nos 9 219 24 255 267 10X Ohio 1 Channery 2% Poston 6 Hecking Lubig Carbondale Kimberly Lick Run Coonville Mush Run and Salem Follow.

Chauncey Church of Christ Homecoming Draws Many Out-Of-Town Guests

A large out of town turnout for Chauncey Church of Christ homecoming included numerous families and individuals from Ohio and beyond. Attendees listed include Mr. and Mrs. Mat Kilpatrick and Gladys Kilpatrick from Columbus and many others from Dent Athens Zern Cunningham Glouster Bartlett Gilouster and surrounding areas. The gathering featured a Young People's Choir and a 20 piece band led by A J Gould from Bartlett Ohio.

Chauncey Church of Christ Mat Kilpatrick Gladys Mary Kilpatrick Alfred Schuman Lowell Koons Columbus W. T. Sprague van Nuys Calif Adda Clark Easton James Day Blackwood Guy Gardner Charlies Woodworth Loren Nye Chas. Ogg and Family Grace Goldsberry Dent Wallace Pratt Athens Homer Cunningham Montford Cunningham Grant Wallace Sam Cunningham Zern Cunningham Glouster Lottie Cannon Dow Cannon Fred Leake W. H. Fierbaugh Charlies Cordry Greens Run Walter Morrison Margaret Morrison KR. F. Strickler Nelsonville Nora Graves the Plains Orville Williams Will Tippett McArthur Clell Cunningham Albany Daniel Fulton C. N. Sanders and Sons

Chauncey Personal Notices From Local Column

Chauncey residents share travel and visit updates. Mr and Mrs James Young and Evelyn Watkins left for Jackson Ohio where Young will coach. Irene Watkins Mann of Chicago visits Chauncey with her parents A and Watkins. The Withams of Glouster visit, attending Church of Christ. Alice Dew of Warwood spends two weeks with Nile and Mrs Dew. Ruth Leiber visits Anna Mae Mullins. Mullins and Naomi host Roy Mullins family in nearby towns. Mrs Leffler improves from rheumatism.

Chauncey James Young Evelyn Watkins A. E. Watkins Jackson Ohio Young John Mann Irene Watkins Chicago Ill A. & Watkins Converse Street W. D. Witham Jayne Dayne Glouter Marshal Burke Witham Church of Christ Alice Dew Warwood W. Ve Nile Dew Jacobs Avenue Ruth Leiber Anna Mae Mullins Roy Mullins Naomi Mullins Harvey Smith Bishopville Florence Smith Jacksonville Charles Leffler

Chauncey Woman Hosts Party for Mother’s Birthday

Mrs Nat Mahlon entertained relatives Saturday in Chauncey in honor of Mrs Sophia Bertelli of Columbus mother of the hostess. Gifts and flowers were given to the guest of honor. Music contests and prizes for Mrs Brown and Mrs Davis accompanied a two course luncheon. Mrs Sarah Pletgarr of Columbus attended.

Chauncey Nat Mahlon Sophia Bertelli Columbus Brown Davis Sarah Pletgarr Bertell

Chauncey City Council Meet Set for Wednesday Night

Chauncey City Council will convene Wednesday at 7 PM in the mayor’s office on the I City building. The session will discuss local matters and governance.

Chauncey Chauncey City Mayor's I City

Dog Gassed In Basement Tragedy At Chauncey

John Dean of Chauncey locked his basement dog inside while working on a Delco plant. Monoxide gas later suffocated the dog until Dean retrieved it and revived the animal with artificial respiration. He recalls a similar near miss during the Millfield mine explosion five years ago.

Chauncey John Dean Delco Dean Millfield

John Rainey Reported In Improved Condition

John Rainey, seriously ill with a collapsed lung, is said to be slightly improved at his sister Mrs. Ernest Thomas's home in Columbus. An X ray was taken Monday and doctors note the lung inflating, with recovery expected. Rainey is the son of Mrs. Gertrude Rainey and has twin brother Jonathan Pan ey, a Trimble Schools teacher.

Chauncey John Rainey Ernest Thomas Columbus Gertrude Rainey Jonathan Paney Trimble

Murray City Church Will Have Revival

Murray City announces a revival at Pilgrim Holiness Church starting Friday October 11 led by Rev M Finger of North Carolina with a girl quartet. Sunday will be an all day meeting. Prayer meetings run nightly before the revival and a home meeting Monday at William Corwin's. The church youth formed a gospel team to visit confined individuals, contact Lucille Hardy or Pearl Bennet tia. A freshman class meeting at Murray City High School elected officers. Also noted: George Trimmer died age 74 after a paralysis stroke, leaving a family. visits from Akron relatives and local residents.

Murray City Pilgrim Holiness Church M. Finger North Carolina Reverend Finger William Corwin Charles Wachenschwanz Lucille Hardy Pearl Bennettia Robert Dunn, Jr Julia Jean Jones Marie Acker Elaine Swyers George Trimmer Lily Trimmer Clyde Homer Taylorsville Ill Ruth Ashbaugh Nelsonville Ollie Lily California Trimmer Salem Harry Foster Akron Foster Robert Foster

Frost Auxiliary and Sons of Union Veterans Host District Delegates

Frost Auxiliary and Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War hosted Sixth District delegates at a dinner before the Saturday sessions in Frost. Officers were elected in Coolville and Marietta, with attendees including Department Commander Carl F. Sattler and Mrs. Sattler. The next district meeting will be in Marietta in January.

Frost Auxiliary Sons of Union Veterans Coolville Sons of Union Veterans of the Frost F. W. Combs Marietta W. A. Weatervelt Roy Goddard Clyde Rowell Little Hocking Miss Mars A. BK. Minamyer First Presbyterian Church St. Marys Belpre High School Viscose Company Parkersburg Mr. Ford Vernon Lumber Co Zanesville Troy Grange

Booster Program To Be Given Tonight by Columbia Grangers

An evening at Laur el Grange featured the annual Booster program for Columbia teachers with Mr. S. D. Webb of Columbus as principal speaker. The program included dialogues songs and readings and vegetable soup. A public Booster program is planned for Wednesday evening with music and stunts plus a Chester convention drill and a monologue by H. W. Dudgeon.

W. S. Swett Walter George Albert Radekin H.W. Drudgeon Dudgeon Martha Mace Walters Portamouth Carpenter Baptist Church Sagen Electa Vale F. R. Vale Vale Thornton Wolfe Portland Bassford Newport Albany D. Webb Wesley Webb Columbus Ed Harvey Florence Cummings D. M. Turner Glenn Turner Wilbur Slater Frank Turner Millersport Mary Virginia Starkey Maggie Swearingen Raymond Sisson Carl W. W. Sisson D. E. Alexander Lancaster J. A. Turner Frances Rupe Jess Cuckler Athens

White Signs Entries In Gallipolis Court

Judge W T White signed two entries after returning from a trip. Henry Clay Kelsey received three years probation and half the court costs in a burglary and larceny case and must stay away from Green Spencer premises. William Johnson pleaded guilty to assault and battery and was fined 50 cents with 60 days in jail suspended if the fine is paid.

Henry Clay Kelsey Costa Green Spencer William Johnson

Local Social News and Visits Around Town

Alfred Notes guest list includes Alfred and Mrs Eugene Peirce of Coole ville with Mr and Mrs Chas Findling. Various calls and Sunday visits described among residents including Mrs Bessie Hopkins Mrs Will Bentz and Mrs W E Robinson. Mention of neighbors D E Swartz Vesta Bentz Mildred Shoreway Ira Cowdery and others near Long Bottom. Cleopatra referenced as last queen of Egypt.

Eugene Peirce Cooleville Chas. Findling Bessie Hopkins Will Bentz W. E. Robinson James Swarta D. E. Swartz Vesta Bentz Daugh Ters Mildred Vern Shoreway Ira Cowdery Near Long Bottom Howard Knight Warren Bentz Pomeeray Gus van Nest Dell Gaul Sumner Mary Swartz Parkersburg Silver Ridge Dana Swarts

Bayer Aspirin Promoted as Safe Pain Relief Remedy

Advice to consult a physician before using any pain remedy and to compare with Bayer Aspirin. The text credits Bayer Aspirin with safer, faster relief of common pains and notes its acceptance by medical practice since its discovery, urging buyers to request “BAYER ASPIRIN.”

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