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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1927
Page
3
William Tolliver age 82 died Sunday at his Middleport home. The body was taken to his daughter Mrs. John Ossman’s home in Kimberly for funeral services Thursday at 2 PM. Burial will be at Greenlawn. He leaves a wife and several children.
A. G. Mechem was re elected president at the organizational meeting of the board of directors S. E. Dean was elected vice president H H Iler treasurer John H Saltz secretary New directors are John V Wood W T Bean Page Morris and John Saltz J A Bersch Buffalo N Y hired as factory superintendent The Nelsonville shoe factory resumes steady production with growth in daily output
Mrs. Jennie Francis of Buchtel died at St. Anthony's hospital Columbus after a two week stay following an accident that caused a fractured hip. She leaves her husband and several children. Daughter Mrs. Orlie Hoch, formerly of Nelsonville, is named. She was a well known figure in the community.
Nelsonville residents Mr and Mrs Gerald Baird report the birth of a son at their home on October 14 the baby named Billy Lee in a brief notice.
Nel sonville notices report the death of Leonard and Mrs Webb’s 3 year old daughter from severe burns sustained while playing with fire at their Barberton residence. Her 4 year old brother was adjacent and unharmed.
Nelsonville officials circulate tickets for a church banquet to be held November 3 at the Christian church. The event is sponsored by the Nelsonville Chamber of Commerce and invites all residents to support the effort. Tickets may be bought at B Shafer's newsstand or Peoples Bank.
Nelsonville on October 19 reports that attorney Forest Weinrich of Logan discussed the Marshall bill with Rotary members. The bill faces a November referendum and drew wide interest. Logan attorney condemned the measure. guests included Judge H M Whitcraft of Logan, Roy Hawk of Athens, Julius Fischer and R B Stuart of Nelsonville.
Mrs Verity and Mrs Brown of this city and Haydenville are called to Wellston due to the death of Mrs William Walker at her home there Tuesday night. Mrs Verity and Mrs Brown are her daughters.
Miss Frances A. Hoff man daughter of Mrs. Blanche Hoff man of Nelsonville married Carl B. Littlejohn of Logan in Columbus on October 6 with Rev. Preston Cross officiating. The couple will reside in Logan.
In Nelsonville on October 19 Mr. and Mrs. Carl Gardner and Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Gardner from Chauncey joined E. A. Wallace and Mrs. Harley Mitchell to see T. J. Wallace in Cambridge. T. J. Wallace is E. A. Wallace's oldest brother and is reported seriously ill.
A surprise party celebrated Henry Wallace’s 74th birthday Monday evening with a 6 pm chicken dinner. Attendees included D. L. Wallace and family, Gerald Wallace and children, Hazel Wallace, Ove Wallace, Mollie Wallace, Mollie Wallace, Henry Frost, H. T. Lee of Athens, and Will Wallace of Columbus, among others.
Mr and Mrs James Barrows and daughter Betty Jane Mr and Mrs C Gordon Zanesville Mr and Mrs Wesley Six and son Floyd Charles Moshier of Carbondale Mervin Henshaw this city were guests at dinner Sunday of Mr and Mrs John Barrows here.
Mrs James B Racks of Chicago hosted a bridge dinner Tuesday evening at the Legion home with five tables of play. A fourcourse meal was served at a single long table adorned with fall flowers, chrysanthemum centerpieces, pink geraniums and ferns, plus Halloween nut baskets and candles. Mrs Racks won high score for the ladies and J W Wood for the men. Edith Stiers and Roy Schnackenburg were low and Mrs Racks received a guest prize.
Don and Cliff Wallace of Columbus were guests at the end of the week for their parents Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wallace. Mrs. Thomas Mulligan and Miss Fanny Mulligan were in Columbus today. Mrs. L. R. Powell visits daughter Mrs. Ruth Paulus in Cleveland. Mr. C. E. Reynolds and daughter Leah were in Columbus today. Mrs. Charles Bennett and son Lawrence of Deshler are visiting relatives in Nelsonville.
Several short items report a Senior Christian Endeavor meeting, a charity drive for needy families, PTA attendance awards, Rotary play Jarbo the Money Lender at Monahan's, omitted twin names in the Messenger, a missionary playlet at United Brethren church, and junior prayer meeting proceeds. Also mentions visits of locals and regional trips.
The text notes two start times in the evening: an adult prayer meeting begins at 6 o'clock and another at 7 o'clock.
Mr and Mrs Mark Dean of Corning received word from Fort Benjamin Harrison Indianapolis that their son Gail Dean survived a fire at his workplace. Gail aided in extinguishing the blaze but was overcome by smoke and hospitalized, remaining unconscious for three hours.
In Corning on October 19 the United Brethren Church announces that Boy Scouts services will be postponed to October 30 in the evening, altering the Sunday morning and evening schedule for worship attendance.
G. W. Cameron of Kenmore was killed when struck by a car while crossing from a street car to a restaurant. Paul Herzog, 21, faces manslaughter charges. The funeral occurred at Leach funeral home in Wellston with burial at Evergreen cemetery near Coalton. Cameron’s children Beatrice Doris and Evan attended, all longtime Athens High School alumni.
Miss Fay Farmer of Ohio University announces this year’s sorority and class volleyball tournaments. Practice starts this week on the university tennis courts at 3 30 and 4 30 p m on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Donald Dowd sang The Toreador's Love Song at Ohio University convocation in Ewing Auditorium. He recently won the baritone contest at the Jackson Eistedford. Friday night features a busy campus schedule with events at the men's gym, Y M C A, WA A carnival, and freshmen choir rehearsals.
Postings list nine criminal indictments from October grand jury and numerous civil cases. Dates range October 19 through November 18 with cases involving State of Ohio against Hickman Beasley against Wilson and others, plus matters between individuals and companies and a Court of Appeals docket.
The Ohio Aquatic Club announces upcoming swim tryouts for membership ahead of the W A A carnival at Ohio University women’s gym. Miss Anne Smith notes all interested girls should try out for OA GC honors. OA GC officers for 1927 include President Rachael Fagin Cleveland and Secretary Jane Elliott Pittsburgh.
Rev Lucy B Smith preaches at Church of God Hocking Street on A Full Surrender to God. She warns believers to burn bridges to avoid backsliding as revival services draw good interest. Pastor Grover C Johnson notes several earnest seekers and urges attendance at 7 30 p m services nightly.
Mr and Mrs Alvin Higley and Mr Harley W Gilbert of Marshfield have returned from Baltimore Maryland where they attended the centennial of the B railroad. They also visited Washington D C during the trip.
Mrs E C F North hosts a gathering on Congress Street with guest C W Roberts of South B, noting the attendance of the latter’s companion.
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