Mother-in-law of pastor dies in Indianapolis sanatorium
Middleport October 7 Mrs D A Place who went to Indianapolis in August fell ill there and died yesterday in a sanatorium. She suffered a paralysis stroke while visiting her granddaughter Mrs Edward Humne daughter of Dr A V C Skinner of the local Presbyterian church. Funeral and burial will be in Decanter Michigan. Dr Skinner left for Indianapolis with Mr Hurne. He expects to return for Sunday pulpit engagements.
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Middleport
D. A. Place
Indianapolis
Edward Humne
A. V. C. Skinner
Presbyterian Church
Decanter
Mich
Place
Skinner
Skinnner
Mr. Hurne
Edward Hurne
New Dentists Arrive in Pomeroy Settle in Whaley Rooms
W L Harang D D 8 of Louisville Ky has arrived in Pomeroy and joins the Whaley dental rooms after practicing in New Orleans and Louisville. Dr Robert F Sayre, previously at Mason City, will also join the Pomeroy Bend medical scene. Ebersbach building rooms are being prepared for the new occupants next week.
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Pomeroy
W. L. Harang
D. D
Louisville
Whaley Dental Rooms
Harang
New Orleans
Pomeroy Bend
Robert F. Sayre
Mason City
Ebersbach
Middleport Girl Marries Man From Pomeroy in Catlettsburg
Miss Marie Gilfillin of Middleport wed Ralph Young of Pomeroy in Catlettsburg Kentucky at 1 30 PM. The Middleport High School graduate becomes Mrs Young, while the Ohio Power Company worker plans a motor honeymoon through Indiana before settling at 114 Laurel Street Pomeroy after October 10.
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Middleport
Marie Gilfillin
Gilfillin
Brownell Avenue
Ralph Young
Olive Young
Pomeroy
Catlettsburg
Middleport High School
Ohio Power Company
Indiana
Dayton
Columbus
Laurel Street
Bus Operators Welcome Stricter Pomeroy Ordinance
Bus operators in Pomeroy greet a new motor bus ordinance drafted for passage. The plan requires annually paid fees by route size from 25 to 100 dollars, sets driver sobriety and age limits, a 5000 dollar passenger bond, and penalties of 100 dollar fines and six months imprisonment for violations.
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Pomeroy
Two Accidents Reported At Tuppers Plains
Two serious accidents reported in two days at Tuppers Plains. Henry Hotsington of Athens was injured while working with a highway crew and sent to Shelter ing Arms hospital. Howard Founds of Success suffered a severe arm injury at a Hoffman garage when a boy touched a starter and nearly severed his arm. doctors fear loss of use or amputation.
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Pomeroy
Tuppers Plains
Henry Hotsington
Athens
Sheltering Arms Hospital
Howard Founds
Hoffman
Founds
Parkersburg Hospital
Former West Meigs resident dies after self-inflicted wound
John Thivener, 79, a veteran of the Spanish American War and noted hunter, died at Holzer hospital from a gunshot wound suffered in an attempted self harm at Northup last Sunday. The bullet damaged the roof of his mouth and exited through the nose. He left no spouse, but two brothers and two sisters survive. Funeral services were held yesterday in Northup, with many Meigs County relatives in attendance.
Whatsoever Class Meets At Presbyterian Church
The Whatsoever Class of the Presbyterian Sunday school held its monthly meeting in the church assembly room with a large attendance. Mrs. Dea Hayes presided as president. The session opened with devotion and business. The summer work money reports were encouraging and a short program preceded social time. Hostesses were Miss Weed and several listed ladies.
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Middleport
Presbyterian Sunday School
Dea Hayes
Miss Weed
A. A. Dillard
Walter Owens
Charles Shumaker
O. H. Stewart
Sara Jones
Local Social Notes Identify Nearby Moves and Visits
Mrs W H Reichman visits Charleston with her husband working on the railway between Charleston and Gauley Bridge. Conductor W W Brown returns from Columbus. The Graham family moves into the Stewart house. Grant and Main corner to be occupied by Mr and Mrs R H Lewis. Mrs Walter Howell travels to Nytro to visit relatives. Several women motor to Point Pleasant for a Mansion House tour. Mrs Tom W Grant departs for Kansas City after a ten day stay, plans Chicago stop en route home.
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W. H. Reichman
Charleston
Gauley Bridge
W. W. Brown
Columbus
Graham
Stewart
C. H. Snider
A. W McKay
Elmer Wysong
Christy
Point Pleasant
Mansion House
Tom W. Grant
Lucy Downing
Kansas City
Meadows and Moore Will Pitch Today
The New York Yankees, leading the 1927 World Series two games to none, planned to start Wiley Moore against the Pittsburgh Pirates in game three as Herb Pennock recovers. Lee Meadows will pitch for Pittsburgh, while Donie Bush praised his team’s chances and noted Yankee hitters and pitching dynamics.
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New York
Pittsburgh Pirates
New York Yankees
Pittsburgh Board of Strategy Land
Yankees
Corsairs
Forbes Field
Miller Huggins
Wiley Moore
Herb Pennock
Pirates
Lee Meadows
Lee
Donie Bush
Ray Kremer
Vic Aldridge
Moran
Ormsby
Quigley
Nallin
Buccaneers
Yanks
Carmen Hill
Babe Ruth
Benny Bengough
Pomeroy to Meet Gallipolis in Key Local Football Match
Pomeroy fans expect an interesting game at Pythian park Middlport this afternoon against Gallipolis. The two teams have history and Gallipolis has not allowed a score this season, while Pomeroy hopes to break its losing streak after last Friday's Cheshire victory.
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Pomeroy
Gallipolis
Pythian Park
Middleport
Cincinnati Bearcats drill in heavy rain for Wittenberg clash
University of Cincinnati football coach George Babcock led a long signal drill despite a morning downpour. End Pete Waldman, captain and halfback Joe Filger, and guard Sig Starick were on weak ankles but may start tomorrow against Wittenberg at Springfield.
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Cincinnati
University of Cincinnati
George Babcock
Pete Waldman
Joe Filger
Sig Starick
Wittenberg
Springfield
St Xavier Gridiron Coach Arrives for Cleveland Game
Coach oe Meyer of St Xavier college travels to Cleveland with a near full squad for the clash with Western Reserve. Tackle Dan Tehan, who was sidelined three days with a hip injury, is with the team and slated to start against the Forest City eleven.
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Cincinnati
Oe Meyer
St. Xavier College
Cleveland
Western Reserve University
Dan Tehan
Forest City
Bluffton College Varsity Prepares for Capital Game
Bluffton Ohio. Final heavy practice of the Bluffton college varsity team was held behind closed gates late last night as they prepare for Saturday’s game with Capital university at Columbus.
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Bluffton
Bluffton College
Capital University At
Columbus
Yanks Triumph 6 Pirates 2 In Coiled Seventh Eight
New York dump six runs as Aldridge selects the mound and Pipgras yields one. Gehrig Meusel and Waner pace the offense with two base hits and a three base shot by L Waner. Pirates tally on a two base effort by Grantham.
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Cvengros
New York
Pittsburgh
Gehrig
Jraynor
Grantham
L. Waner
Meusel
Barnhart
Ruth
Lazzeri
P. Waner
Koenig
Aldridge
Bengough
Pipgras
Waner
Combs
OmMm Aldridge
Covengros
Dawson
Nahlin
Quigley
National
Ormsby
Moran
Agg Pet If
Rath
Traynor
Pomeroy High School Football Sees Renewed Interest This Year
Pomeroy high school has renewed interest in football under coach Ernest Ward from Marietta College. The team emphasizes passing formations, speed, and stronger line play. Opening game scored seven points, lifting spirits. upcoming games include Gallipolis, Wellston, Jackson, Rutland, New Boston, and Middleport with hopes for a new athletic field by next year.
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Pomeroy
Pomeroy High School
Ernest Ward
Marietta College
Ashworth
Capt
Wiggins
Shay
Qualls
Eiselstein
Stobart
Tracy
Dye
Rice
Roberts
Roush
McKay
Karr
Reibel
Reuter
Leifert
Carman
Archer
Terrell
Stansbury
Graber
Asher
Gallipolis
Wellston
Jackson
Rutland
New Boston
Middleport
Pythian Park
Pomeroy &Tntiment
Boxer Strikes Post In Fall In Hospital
Stephen Casper a 22 year old Cleveland amateur boxer remains in Glenville hospital after a bout with Joe Pelkey. He suffered a brain concussion and possible skull fracture from being struck on the jaw and hitting a post as he fell unconscious. Police planned further investigation.
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Cleveland
U.P
Stephen Casper
Glenville Hospital
Joe Pelkey
Casper
Kenyon Faces Muskingum in Gambia Grid Battle
Kenyon football players prepare for a tough test against Muskingum College from New Concord. Coach Wiper orders hard daily practice as the squad hones strategy for the clash tomorrow in Gambier.
Bishops Run Signal Practice Before Homecoming Game
Delaware October 17 signal workout scheduled for the Ohio Wesleyan Bishops as they prepare for the homecoming game against Miami University tomorrow. About 6 000 spectators are expected.
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Delaware
Ohio Wesleyan Bishops
Miami University
World Series Standings And Early Attendance Figures
Summary of World Series results through two games in Pittsburgh and New York with standings showing New York 20 games, Pittsburgh 6 wins. Attendance over two games reported as 83,081 and receipts totaling 365,455 with shares allocated to council players clubs.
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W. L. Pet
New York
Pittsburgh
Council
Athens High Faces Logan In Expected Tough Game
Athens high school football team leaves for Logan for a decisive afternoon matchup. A pep rally and snake dance preceded dismissal, with coach Wise moving guards to tackle to strengthen the line. Freshman Clarence Fields starts at back amid lineup swap and light practice.
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Roosters
Court Street
High School
Athens High School
Logan
Bernard Mactheny
Russell Hall
Henry Strickland
Clarence Fields
Fields
Harold Wise
Granges of Athens County Report Growth and Meetings
New Marsh field drew large crowds near the M. P. church and Grange hall as more than 200 attended. Athens County granges have grown by about 600 members this year with several new units forming and existing ones expanding. Pomona and Summit granges welcomed a 26 member class, about 200 people attended. Rome grange will work a class on October 14 at Stewart, and the State grange plans a sixth degree event in Athens October 29 at the high school. County projects include redecorating the Court house Ladies’ rest room and plans for a new Athens grange hall, with meetings now held at Jackville.
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New Marshfield
M. P
Grange
Athens County
Pomona Grange
Summit Grange
Rome Grange
Stewart
State Grange
Athens
Three Ohio Men Out Saturday for Bobcats vs Ohio Northern
Injuries thin the Ohio State Bobcats as Don Peden prepares for a home game against veteran Ohio Northern. Key players Dando Brammer Mowbrey sidelined, Mason to start. Brammer centered by Tracy. Farmer covers Dando. Polar Bear backs Neusbaum Franz Jenkins anchor attack. band of fifty to accompany team. no pep rally at Ewing Hall tonight.
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Bobcat
Don Peden
Ohio Northern
University Field
Joe Dando
Ohio
Buckeye
Brammer
Mowbrey
Mason
Peden
Shaffer
Papiitan
Tracy
Farmer
Dando
Bell
L. E
Shatuck
L. T
Begola
R. G
Berry
R. T
Jarvie
R. E
Robeson
McKinley
L. I
Jeffries
R. H
Polar Bear
Neusbaum
Franz
Jenkins
Ewing Hall
Oberlin Favored To Take 1927 Ohio Conference Title
Oberlin leads the 1927 Ohio conference race with a strong backfield and solid line as it tackles Baldwin Wallace in Berea. Baldwin Wallace, known for fullback Pete Smith, upset Case 12 to 7 and aims to challenge. Other games include Stanford of Mt. Union versus Wooster and St. Xavier versus Western Reserve with changes anticipated in Reserve at quarterback. Case hosts Denison as Freshcorn returns to the lineup.
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Oberlin
Ohio
Baldwin- Wallace
Case
Berea
Kenyon
Baldwin-Wallace
Cleveland
Pete Smith
Stanford
Mt. Union
Wooster
Miami
Ohio Wesleyan
Delaware
Heidelberg
Hiram
Muskingum J
Otterbein
Marietta
Ohio Northern
Ohio State
Baldwin-Wallace-Oberlin
St. Xavier
Cincinnati
Western Reserve
Locke
Defiance Football Prep for Battle Creek Game
Coach Wilson led a light workout for the Defiance gridmen as they prepare for the Battle Creek contest. Linesmen Blue and Four will miss the game with injuries.
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Defiance
Wilson
Battle Creek
Heidelburgh Gridders Preps For Hiram Fray Tomorrow
Oct 17 report says Heidelburgh freshmen used Hiram plays in practice with little progress against the first stringers, as the team prepares for the pink off contest.
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Tiffin
Heidelburgh
Hiram
Carroll Faces Grove City After Fredics Injury
Cleveland report says Bill Flash Fredics will miss John Carroll's lineup due to an early week injury as the team meets Grove City, Pa at Luna Park tomorrow.
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Cleveland
Bill
Flash
Fredics
John Carroll
Carroll
Grove City
Luna Park
Eredics
Wooster Preps for Alliance Tilt After TwoHour Practice
Wooster全天 two hour practice with the freshman squad using Mount Union plays capped preparations for Saturday's game against Alliance. Coach Boles kept players out until dark.
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Wooster
Mount Union
Alliance
Boles
Inadequate Schoolhouse Prompts Future Hearing
A local report notes the schoolhouse is inadequate for its purpose and states that more information will be heard about the building in the near future.
The Defensive End: Roles and Tactics in Early Football
The piece describes defensive end duties from holding the edge to meeting plays early. It contrasts waiting and charging styles, noting the sifting end requires balance and footwork to cut through interference and reach the ball carrier. It explains strategic tradeoffs for both defenses and offenses.
New Telephone System Speeds World Series Player Board Service
The Athens Messenger reports a new two phone link from the news room to the magnetic player board cuts report time and improves speed for World Series updates. Operators can relay words immediately as they flash, boosting accuracy and fan experience during the games. If the series extends, Sunday coverage is planned.
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Ager
C. L. Jones
Athens Home Telephone Company
Lidward McLaughlin
Athens Messenger
Huggins Gambles Pay Off as Pipgras Shines in World Series
New York Yankees go two up on the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 1927 World Series after George Pipgras delivers his first post season win. Pipgras held Pirates to seven hits and two runs while Yankee hitters tallied six runs and 11 hits.
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Paul W. White
United Press
New York
Miller Huggins
New York Yankees
Pittsburgh Pirates
Huggins
George Pipzras
Towan
Pirates
Yankees
Piperas
Yankee
Pipgras
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Whaley Dental Office
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Meigs County
John Thivener
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Meadows
Moore
Frank Getty
United Press Sport
Trust Meadows
Xavier Crew
Hocking Valley
Athens High
Jackville
Dando, Brammer
Billy Evans
Messenger
Cline’s
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