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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1947

Page

5

Education Essential Analysis of Human Activity and Liberty

Monsignor Frederick G. Hochwalt told Ohio University that inquiry into the why and wherefore of human activity remains essential in any system. He argued liberal education should balance culture with preparing to earn a living and defined liberal as freeing the mind from narrowness and prejudice.

Frederick G. Hochwalt Ohio University Cutler Hall Monsignor Hochwalt Department of Education National Catholic Welfare Conference Washington Catholic College of Liberal Arts

AHS and OU Bands Prep Weekend Football Trips

Athens High School and Ohio University bands prepare activities for Friday and Saturday. The AHS Band, with over 80 students, will join the Athens versus Logan game at Logan and later perform during Cutler Hall Rededication Week at home. OU plans a 300-person Migration Day trip to Cleveland with a 120-member marching band and drum majors to attend the Western Reserve game at League Park.

Athens High School Ohio Ee Athens Logan Chieftains AHS W. C. Fingerhut Ohio University Cleveland Western Reserve League Park Daniel L. Martino Paul Clarke Men’s Union Planning Board

Eight Cities to Be Represented in Sunday School Sessions

Eight cities will send Sunday school workers to instruction meetings at First Presbyterian Church starting Friday. Athens joins six state centers with Jean Stewart of the Board of Christian Education and Dr. Hamlin Tobey leading the session from 2 to 8 30 p m. Local Presbyterian women under Mrs E H Gaylord and Mrs Carl Hanson will provide supper for visitors from Nelsonville Logan Gallipolis Marietta McConnelsville Portsmouth and Ironton.

First Presbyterian Church Athens Church Jean Stewart Board of Christian Education Columbus Hamlin Tobey E. H. Gaylord Carl Hanson Nelsonville Logan Gallipolis Marietta McConnelsville Portsmouth Ironton

Mrs. Lilly Essex dies at 79 in Columbus home

Mrs. Lilly Essex aged 79 died after a lengthy illness at her Columbus residence. She was wife of the late Hanna H. Essex a Perry County coal operator and is survived by son Winfield Essex of Columbus and daughters Mrs. Earl D. Mender Nelsonville Mrs. Alice Dawson Akron Mrs. Harry Borrer Orient Ohio and Estelle Essex New Straitsville along with several grandchildren and great grandchildren Funeral services are set for 2 p m Friday at the family home in New Straitsville with friends welcome.

Lilly Essex Hanna H. Essex Perry County Columbus Winfield Essex Earl D. Mender Nelsonville Alice Dawson Akron Harry Borrer Orient Ohio Estelle Essex New Straitsville

Agencies Set Lumber Study For Veterans

World War II veterans may train for supervisory roles in the retail lumber industry with emphasis on hiring handicapped veterans. Three agencies screen applicants, urging interested veterans to contact their nearest Ohio State Employment Service Office. A 30 day 140 hour course at Ohio State University begins Oct 13 and will be offered twice more in 1947.

Columbus Ohio State Employment Service Office Ohio State University

Temperature Dip Reported With Mild Weather Shift

A drop in temperature was reported Thursday as the thermometer stood at 65 degrees at noon after a high of 74 the previous day. The low last night was 50. Weather observer Mrs. C. N. France noted the readings.

C. N. France

Farmers Warn Against Rushing Into Investments

Five farm credit representatives warned farmers to avoid heavy investments due to today's high costs. The session, under county extension service auspices, featured speakers on Credit for Farmers including F H Sands Bank of Athens M M Kerr Mutual Savings and Loan Athens J E Miller Farmers Home Administration Marietta James Barker Production and Credit Association Logan and A C Gibson Federal Farm Loan from Albany.

Farm Credit Organization County Extension Service AAA Soil Conservation Service F. H. Sands Bank of Athens M. M. Kerr Mutual Savings and Loan Association Athens J. E. Miller

Jail Sentence Set In Larceny Charge

John Masten Jr aged 23 of Athens Route 4 pleaded guilty to petit larceny and was sentenced to 10 days in jail and fined 25 dollars plus costs by Mayor Franz Woodworth. The charge involves the alleged theft of two fog lights filed by Charles Farrow of 72 N Congress St.

Rose Bobo Albany Justice of the Peace Ambrose Jenkins McArthur State Highway Patrol Nelsonville Oral Daugherty Ralph G. Perry Perry Route John Masten, Jr Athens Franz Woodworth Masten Charles Farrow Congress St

Athens Board Adopts New Teacher Salary Schedule

The Athens city Board of Education approved a new salary plan for teachers based on experience and training, range 1600 to 3300 dollars, with yearly increases up to 650 dollars. Initial raises may be as low as 100 dollars, no reductions, and adjustments possible in 50 dollar steps as revenue allows. Kindergarten programs will start soon with state support covering costs, while vandalism concerns are addressed after damages only to the high school stadium were reported. Members present included Gullum, Walker, Baird, and Bolin.

Athens City Board of Education Harper C. Pendry Central East Side Pendry State Foundation F. B. Gullum E. R. Walker Homer T. Baird John W. Bolin

Guard Smoker Is Scheduled For Friday

A smoker will be held Friday evening at the Armory from 7 to 10 p.m. for residents interested in the national guard. Capt. Erle Bridgewater Jr. announced the event. Movies will be shown and refreshments provided by local merchants. Regular weekly drill remains set for Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the Armory.

National Guard Erle Bridgewater, Jr Athens C. D. Kenny

War surplus list available at Veterans Administration Office

A new list of war surplus material from Columbus is now available at the Veterans Administration Office. N. K. Blosser, contact officer, announced that the list may be inspected at any time at 8 President Street.

Columbus Veterans’ Administration Office President St N. K

Old Folks Find Joy in Watching Town Scenes

The piece notes seniors in the town enjoy seeing others enjoy themselves, claiming it keeps their spirits young with a twinkle in their eyes. It emphasizes the lighthearted value of communal moments for older residents.

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