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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 03, 1945

Page

15

Tigers Cubs clash in World Series opener today

Hal Newhouser faces Hank Borony as Detroit hosts Chicago in the 1945 World Series opener at Briggs Stadium. A potential record crowd nears 60,000 with 5,000 SRO tickets added daily as the series begins with no lineup changes and the first three games set in Detroit before moving to Wrigley Field.

Detroit Detroit Tigers Chicago Cubs Afl Briggs’ Ballyard Ead Tigers-Reds Ball Orchard Wrigley Field Chicago Hal Newhorser Tigers Cubs Hank Borony Yanks Hank

GLOUSTER Claimants Highlight Varied Local Feats

George H. Campbell of 26 Main St reports eight rodents caught in a wire rat trap, linked to his chickens. Harold Vaughn and his companion gathered a bouquet of 21 four leaf clovers Sunday. James McCoy received honorable discharge from the Salt Lake City separation center after three years with the Ninth Air Force bomb squad, with service in England France and Belgium, now living in Great Falls Montana.

George H. Campbell Main St Campbell Fe ‘Hénee Harold Vaughn Hill Shore James McCoy Salt Lake City Utah Ninth Air Force England France Belgum Great Falls Mont

Tigers and Cubs field aging tows in tight wartime series

Tigers backstop Newhouser leads an ancient Detroit lineup with Roy Cullenbine at 30 and Doc Cramer at 39, forming a veteran outfield with pause from Roy, while the Cubs counter with a spry, fast outfield led by Handy Andy Paiko and strong pitching depth.

Hal Newhouser Newhouser Roy Cullenbine Doc Cramer Grandpappy Cubs Handy Andy Paiko J. Hlychaser

Glouster Garden Club Commended for Planting

Glouster residents and tourists applaud the Glouster Garden Club flower project along Route 13 from the C. F. Turner service station to the Earl Faires home. The club plans to add shrubbery to vary the scene and reduce maintenance. Those with suitable shrubs should notify Mrs. C. E. Turner.

Glouster Garden Club Route 13 C. F. Turner Earl Faires C. E. Turner

Glouster Personal News Highlights Local Visits

Glouster personal notices recount visits from Iva Wilson of Adams New York to her brother and sister in law Carl Wilson and other relatives. Athens and Columbus trips are noted with Aileen and Dorothy Saulters visiting, plus funeral attendees for Mr Frank Mecum in Dillon and Groveport. Pfc Andy Doole returns from furlough and Betty Miranda plans a week with her parents while Carolyn Sue Conway begins first grade at Glouster school.

Mass Iva Wilson Adams New York Carl Wilson Lee Eliott Carroll Albany T. F. Davis Lena EB. Davis Maplewood Davis John R. Davis Columbus Aileen Saulters Dorothy Saulters Aileen George Marquis George Dorothy Saultern Laughter Lavonda Athens Barberton Frank Mecum Della Mecum Bridgeport Henry Kempton Frank Meecum Ret Keller Perry Moody Logan John Mecum U. S. Army Sacramento California William Mecum U. S. Navy Norfolk Virginia Alfred Mecum Trimble Jacksonville Andy Doole Nichols General Hospital Betty E. Miranda Alex Docie Gloister Fredrick Beauty Academy Springfield Carolyn Sue Conway Joe Jonas Glouster Glouster School

End Furlough for Columbus Based GM James Bulloch

James Bulloch, general manager, returned to Columbus Tuesday after a 28 day furlough with his wife and children and other relatives. He reported for duty a week ago but was granted a one week extension. The extra leave ended Tuesday.

Glouster James Bulloch Columbus

Scouting Activities Discussed by Troop No 72 at Meeting

Fifteen members of troop No 72 and six members of the troop committee attended a camp meeting Monday evening. After a wiener roast using five pounds of hot dogs, a business session followed where Scout matters were discussed. The committee decided to repair the roof of the main cabin due to weak spots revealed by recent rains.

Glouster

Series Facts And Figures Cubs vs Tigers Opening Schedule

Series facts from the Amccsted Free TEAMS Chicago Cubs of the National League meet the Detroit Tigers of the American League. Managers Charley Grimm for the Cubs and Steve ONeill for the Tigers. Oct 3 4 5 at Briggs Stadium Detroit and Oct 6 7 8 10 at Wrigley Field Chicago. Starting time 230 pm EST. Attendance projected 55000 in Detroit and 44000 in Chicago. Weather fair and cool around 60 degrees. Opening batteries Borowy Livingston for Chicago and Newhouser Richards for Detroit. First game odds Tigers favored 5 to 7, Cubs 6 to 5.

Chicago Cubs Detroit Tigers Charley Grimm Cubs Steve O'Neill Tigers Briggs Stadium Detroit Wrigley Field Chicago Fort Chicago Hank Borowy Mickey Livingston Hal Newhouser Paul Richards Bill Summers Lou Jorda Art Passarella Jocko Iconlan

Glouster Social Notes Highlights Lavish Shower

Mrs Lela McAllister and DeLoris Stansberry hosted a shower at the former’s home Saturday evening for Mary Isabel Bryson known as Mrs Albert Hall as the honoree. Gifts were sent by Phyllis Melligan Aileen Salters Charlene Skippers and Betty Lewis. The Loyal Workers Class met at Hollister A B Church with Edna Conway as president and Leta Westfall receiving key prizes.

Lela McAllister DeLoris Stansberry Hollister Hollister A. B Aradell Aberts Bonar

Patriotic group to meet Tuesday in Glouster

Mary Swett Tent Daughters of Civil War Veterans invite all former members to a noon potluck at Mrs. Lizzie McKee s Broad Street home Tuesday October 3. Bring a Columbus Day reading for an impromptu program. Alumni meeting also noted at Glouster High School tonight at 7 30. Priscilla Class Circle No 2 meets Friday October 5 at Mrs E E Munden s home. Past Matrons Association OES announces Friday 7 30 at Masonic Hall with Mrs John B blower and Mrs C M Clark in charge.

Glouster Mary Swett Daughters of Lizzie McKee Broad St Priscilla Circle No The Methodist Church E. E. Munden

Lady Finds Relief From Stomach Gas At Night

A woman reports severe nighttime stomach gas that rose to her throat and kept her from lying flat. After using ERB-HELP, she says gas is gone, bowels regular, and she can sleep. The product contains 12 herbs and is sold at Athens Pharmacy and Betts Cut Rate in Nelsonville.

Athens Pharmacy Nelsonville Betts

World Series Lineup Features Hogan Record Breaker

Chicago and Detroit lineups feature Ben Hogan’s 261 as a new 72-hole scoring mark at the Portland Open. PGA officials question if it meets true championship conditions, noting Hogan played a true par 72 Portland Country Club layout with standard rules and no teeing up.

Little Ben Hogan Portland Ore Ben Hogan Fred Corcoran Professional Golfers Association Corcoran PGA Hogan Portland Country Club

Dover Church Home-Coming Draws Wide Attendance

Chauncey Church of Christ marks a large home-coming with 130 in Bible School, 98 at morning service, and 130 at afternoon. Visitors hail from Columbus, Dayton, Corning, Athens, Nelsonville, Glouster, The Plains, and others. Special music features choir anthems and guest soloists. former members of choirs from years past also participate. Pastor G B Courtney delivers sermon. Mrs Pearl Henry presides and L C Nye speaks briefly.

Chauncey Chauncey Church of Christ Columbus Dayton Corning Athens Nelsonville Glouster New Marshfield Coolville Trimbie Millfield The Plains Christie Brown Paul Porter Eileen McDaniel Athens Christian Church Mat Kilpatrick James Day Guy Gardner Aliie Bingman Floyd Nye Karl Gardner Lloyd Pendergrass Guy Brookins Carl Shafer Pearl Henry

Members Renovate Methodist Church

CHAUNCEY Women of the Chauncey Methodist Church met last week and cleaned and renovated the church. A new carpet has been laid and the church has been repapered and woodwork varnished. The interior presents a nice appearance now and members are grateful to all who assisted by donations to make the improvements. CHAUNCEY Mr and Mrs Richard Blair announce the birth of a 7 12 pound son named ar d on Monday in Sheltering Arms Hospital. Grandparents are Mr GC D South and Mrs Blair, Nelsonville, and Mrs Leslie Bryson of Nell in Sand Ridge. MEET THURSDAY GLOUSTER The Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion will meet in Legion Hall Thursday evening at 7 30 o clock. Dues are due. VISIT IN DRY GLOUSTER Mr and Mrs Ira Stansberry and DeLoris spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs D S Van Horn in Newark. CHAUNCEY Ladies Aid of Chauncey Methodist Church will meet Thursday at the church for an all day quilling. All members urged to attend.

Chauncey Chauncey Methodist Church Richard Blair Doris Bryson Athens GC. D. South Blair Nelsonville Erton Leslie Bryson Nell Sand Ridgesonville Glouster Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion Legion Hall Ira Stansberry DeLoris van Horn Newark Chauncey — Ladies Aid of

Condition Improves After Major Surgery in Columbus

Melvin Jaibert of The Plains shows improvement following major surgery at Mount Carmel Hospital in Columbus. His wife Thelma and his parents in law Mr and Mrs Dude Grandy were among visitors.

Melvin ‘Jaibert the Plains Mount Carmel Hospital Columbus Thelma Inlaw Dude Grandy

Blue Devils Beat Wahama High School in CHAUNCEY

The Blue Devils defeated Wahama White Falcons 19 to 6 after a 0-0 first half. Chauncey capitalized in the third quarter with early points as Stalder and Dickens powered the ground game. Wahama passed well, completing three of ten, while Chauncey went four of six. Dickerson emerged for Chauncey as a second team back. The Blue Devils travel to Bremen on Thursday October 4.

Chauncey Blue Devils White Falcons Wahama Falcons Dover Stalder Dickens Dickerson Bremen

Cecil Kisor Honored At Party On Sunday

A Marion gathering at Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Kisor’s home honored Cecil Kisor a naval petty officer on furlough. Attendees included Mrs. Mary Kisor Louie Guy and family Lonnie Billy Phelps William Phelps Leona Shumway and Floyd Kisor. He will stay through the week to visit his mother and other relatives.

Chauncey Floyd Kisor Marion Cecil Kisor Mary Kisor Louie Guy Mary Lonnie Billy Phelps William Phelps Leona Shumway

Ticket Scalpers Reported for World Series Strips

Scalpors offering three World Series tickets today were priced from 50 to 560 dollars per strip, while the standard price for three tickets is 18 dollars.

Detroit

Mancini Wins. Williams and Russell Also Triumph in City Boxing Cards

In New York, Lenny Mancini defeated Stanley Simms at 154% to 150% in a Brooklyn bout. Buffalo saw Holman Williams win a decision over Sampson Powell from Detroit. In Columbus Willie Russell beat Irish Bobby McIntire by decision, with Detroit listed as the opponent in the 10th round.

New York Lenny

Osborne Birthday Dinner Honors Miss Millie Osborne

Miss Millie Osborne of Chauncey was guest of honor at a birthday dinner Sunday hosted by her brother and sister-in-law Mr and Mrs Dane Osborne in The Plains. A two course chicken dinner was served with covers for Henry Osborne and Carrie Miller among others.

Chauncey Millie Osborne Dane Osborne the Plains Miss Osborne Henry Osborne The Plains Osbornes Carrie Miller

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