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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1934

Page

12

Eulogizing President Bryan A Liberal Leader Remembered

Dean E W Chubb honors Dr Elmer Burritt Bryan Ohio University president, recalling his fight against illness, vigorous life, and enduring influence. He describes Bryan as a beloved administrator, friend maker, and symbol of immortality through character. The address praises Bryan’s courage, generosity, and impact on Ohio and beyond.

Edwin Watts Chubb College of Liberal Arts Ohio University Elmer Burritt Bryan Bryan Philippines Philippine A. E. Winship New England Journal of Education Mark Hopkins Williams Maine California T. R. Biddle Frank P. Graves New York Dr. Bryan Rightmire Ohio State University State of Ohio Oliver Lodge Lfe John Detroit

Aged Barlow Resident Is Stricken Wednesday

Miss Jerusha Lawton, 81, lifelong Barlow resident and pioneer in Bar low Township, died suddenly at her niece Mrs R B Beach home in Barlow. Death from infirmities. She was daughter of the late John and Betsey Lawton. Funeral held at Beach home at 2 p m with Rev Karns of the Barlow Methodist officiating. Interment in Barlow Cemetery.

Marietyt Jerusha Lawton Barlow Barlow Township R. B. Beach Miss Lawton John and Betsey Lawton Jesse Lawton Sue Lawton Lawton Beach Karns Methodist Barlow Cemetery

Youthful Hitch-Hiker Robs Farmer of Auto

Roy Cunningham a Barlow Township farmer near Vincent was held up near his home Tuesday evening and his new coupe stolen by a youthful hitch-hiker who entered the car and forced Cunningham to relinquish the wheel. The bandit drove off toward Bartlett and possibly toward Athens. Ivan Blosser of Harmar Hill saw a car in Bartlett he believes was Cunningham’s machine.

Marietta Roy Cunningham Barlow Township Vincent Bartlett Ivan Blosser Harmar Hill Meigs County Cunningham Machine Athens

Local Social Notes From Albany Area

Albany residents and neighbors share a busy week with visits and travel. Eloise West underwent tonsil removal. families like Bailey Refell Collins Allen and Hines joined relatives in Columbus, Parkersburg, Lancaster, and Fisher Station. Attendees joined a surprise birthday dinner for Mrs Loren Jones at New Marshfield and many from the district went to the Lancaster Fair.

Eloise Perley West Ray Bailey Columbus Nadien Refell Floyd Foughts Parkersburg G. W. Collins Fannie Allen Harley W. Collins Lancaster George Scott Keith Max Jess Hines Loyd Knowlton Ernest Welch J. D. Diecksons Harold Pierce Athens Harold Peacock

Epworth League Halloween Party At Haydenville

Forty youths attended the Epworth League event at Community Hall with games contests and refreshments. Prizes went to Carl Nutter and Harry Swaim for the cleverest costumes.

Epworth League Carl Nutter Harry Swaim Vern Robinett Logan William Rizer L. L. Pierce Laurel Run Chester Beougher John Gastin Xenia Alice Allen

Community guests and gatherings in Bunker Hill area

Mr and Mrs J M Hamilton visited in Middletown on Tuesday. Forest Run residents Alpert Baer and children visited Mrs Dena Epple and M A Epple on Sunday. Lancaster Fair attendance noted by several families including Whaley Heilman Genheimer and Hellman households. Rev Shelby Light preached at the local church with a forthcoming evening service.

J. M. Hamilton Middleport J. J. Will Lora Reuter John Hellman Olan Genheimer Pomeroy Earl Holter Nease Settlement Wilbert Michael Athens Gilbert Michael Howard Whaley Evan Genheimer Richard Hellman Lancaster Fair Richard Halman J.J. Win Shelby Light Andrew Davis Dena Epple M. A. Epple R. V. Heilman Gertie Toben Wolf Pen Hazel Michael Karrs Run Mary Epple Columbus

Nazarene church sets Sunday worship schedule in Nelsonville

Morning worship at 11 o clock Sunday in the Church of The Nazarene led by Rev. Dwight G Plymire. Sunday School begins at 9 o clock and the evening evangelistic service starts at 7 30 with the pastor urging attendance.

Nelsonville Church of the Nazarene Dwight G. Plymire

Canaan Rural School District Tax Levy Vote Planned

In Athens County Ohio the Board of Education of Canaan Rural School District votes on a tax levy for 1934 to 1938 at 475 mills per dollar of valuation. The levy supports current expenses beyond the Section 8625-2 limit, with ballots reading For the tax levy or Made the tax levy.

Notice of Bond Election for Buchtel Village School District

In Athens County Ohio the Buchtel Village School District will submit a ten thousand dollar bond issue to voters at the November 6 1934 election. A non fire school building is planned with a 14 year maximum term and an estimated tax rate of 275 mills outside the 10 mill limit. Polls open 6:30 AM and close 6:20 PM Standard Time. By order of the Board of Elections.

Act of Education Buchtel Vile Athens County Buchtel Village Board of Elections Ohio Arry Key C. L. Jordan

Athens School District Tax Levy Question On Ballot

Athens City School District voters will decide at the November 6 1934 election whether to levy additional taxes for 1935 to 1939 at 3 mills per dollar of taxable property value. The measure follows Ohio law and includes ballot wording for yes and no votes. The Board of Elections chair and clerk oversee the measure.

Local Visiting and Social Neighborhood Notes

Alma Stout visits Sumner at Bert Dean's home. James Frank family heads to Florida for winter. Arthur Orr hosts Sunday at Plainview with Ira Hill couple. Ed Wilson of Columbus visits Best Orr. Ruth Orr returns home. R R McKay week end with daughter Mrs Tom Bailey. J C McKay and Robert Bailey join Tom Bailey family for Sunday visit. Roy McCullough spends Sunday in Columbus. Three milk bottles are made for every inhabitant in this country.

Alma Stout Sumner Bert Dean Arthur Orr Ira Hill Plainview Ed Wilson Columbus Best Orr Ruth Orr R. R. McKay Tom Bailey J. C. McKay Middleport Robert Bailey Morning Star Roy McCullough Charles Pullins Louise Pearman Tuttle Vern Shumway Herbert Dixon Delbert Gaul Bert O'Conner Chester Parsonage William Venstein Linnie Gaul Emma Pearman John Vanmeter Mandy Hopkins Hiram Young New Marshfield Athens Messenger Arthur McCullough Meigs County Bashan

Education Board Proposes 35 Mill Tax Levy in Albany District

The Albany Consolidated Ohio Board of Elections announces a general election proposal on November 6, 1934. Voters will decide on levying 35 mills for current expenses beyond the 5625-2 limit. Ballot options read For the tax levy or Against the tax levy.

Trimble Township Board Prospects Tax Levy Vote

Notice of a proposed tax levy by the Trimble Township Board of Education to fund current expenses for 1934 through 1938. Ballot at Athens County general election on November 6 1934 shows 2.65 mills per dollar of taxable property value, exceeding the existing rate. Signed by Harry Kelley chairman and J Jordan clerk.

Board of Education Trimble Township Lst Athens County Order of the Board of Elections of Ohio Harry Kelley Cc, L, Jordan

Athens Ohio school district tax levy proposal in 1934 election

The Athens County Board of Elections announces a general election in Athens on November 6 1934 to decide a levy adding 3 95 per thousand tax for four years 1934 1938 beyond the current rate under Section 5626 2 The notice specifies voters may vote For or Against the tax levy and lists Harry Kelley chairman and L Jordan clerk.

Board of Education Canaan Athens County Ohio Board of Elections Kelley Co. L. Jordan Ipbey Rural Org Order of the Board of Elections of Athens Canary Harry Kelley of Education Shade Consolidated Athens Penety Board of Elections of

Shade Consolidated School District Tax Levy Notice

Notice from Shade Consolidated School District Athens County Ohio states a November 6 1934 election on a tax levy for 1934 1988 inclusive at two million dollars per year current expenses. Voters in favor will see For the tax levy written on ballots and against will see Against the tax levy.

Nelsonville Considers Additional City Tax Levy

City of Nelsonville proposes an ordinance to levy one mill for current expenses for each year 1931 to 1936, payable from tax valuation. Voters on election day will see ballots marked For the tax levy or Against the tax levy. Clerk ARRY KELLEY and L. JORDAN sign for the city.

Sumner Pullins and Louise Pearman Wed in Ceremony

Sumner Charles Pullins and Louise Pearman were married last Saturday with Reverend Tuttle performing the ceremony. The report notes attendance by local residents and the church setting.

Notice of Election in Waterloo Township on tax levy

In accordance with a September 1 1934 resolution the Trustees of Waterloo Township will submit to qualified electors at the November 8 1934 general election the question of levying additional taxes for 1935 to 1939 at one mill on each dollar of assessed valuation for hard surfacing roads. Ballots will read For the tax levy or Against the tax levy. Township Clerk Chester Lightfritz dated September 1 1934.

Waterloo Township Chester Lightfritz Athens County Ohio T In Athens Board of Elections of Harry Kelley C. L. Jordan

Tax levy proposal for Waterloo Township roads funds

A 1934 resolution seeks voter approval in Waterloo Township Athens County Ohio for a permanent road tax levy of 1 mill on each dollar of property for 1934 to 1938 inclusive to fund hard surfacing of roads. The measure appears on ballots as For the tax and lists the clerk C L Jordan Athens County Ohio.

Waterloo Township Levy Request Noted for Cemetery Purposes

Notices announce a November 6 1934 election in Waterloo Township Athens County Ohio to levy 1 mill for cemetery purposes from 1934 to 1938 in excess of the General Code rate. Ballots read For the tax levy or Against the levy. Board of Elections Clerk L Jordan official notice.

Athens County Tax Levy Referendum Notice

The Athens County Commissioners announce a levy of 2 million dollars per year on property within Athens County for construction and repair of roads and bridges. The measure is to be presented to voters at the November general election and ballots will read Against the tax levy. Clerk Co L Jordan signs the notice.

Waterloo Township Cemetery Levy Proposal Nearing Vote

The Waterloo Township Board of Elections seeks to place a 1 mill levy outside the 10 mill limit on the November 6, 1934 ballot to fund upkeep and improvements of the Waterloo Township Cemetery at Marshfield for five years. The funds would be cemetery only. Harry Key serves as chairman and C. L. Jordan as officer.

Waterloo Township New Marshfield Board of Elections Athens Waterloo Marshfield Ohio Board of Election Athens County Harry Key L. Jordan

Ath ens County Tax Levy Question On Ballots

In Athens County Ohio a tax levy proposal appears on the general election ballot dated November 6. The measure asks voters to approve a rate of 2 mills on each dollar of assessed property value for current expenses of the county including state institutions. Clerk Jordan notes the ballot wording shows For the tax levy or against.

Receiver to sell estate land in Athens County Ohio

Gordon B. Gray as receiver will offer for sale several tracts of land in Coolville and Athens counties Ohio as part of the Joseph N Jenkins estate. The sale occurs on the county premises in 1934 with details listing multiple tracts and a minimum bid of $1200.00, terms require $100.00 cash and balance upon confirmation. The notice also covers school district tax levy hearings and probate accounts with scheduled dates and recipients.

Charles H. Dray Kinkinley Ath Ohio Carthage Lowy Jeintland Daniel Sekiey Coatesville Pike Rowan Ainin Sertiog Minnie Webb Penn Harry Wet Edward Hawk Os Theodore Hers Edward B Sharp Cors B. Shey William Cletus Mulliges Joseph A Juanita Baver Delia Rice Guarda Margaret Fice Nannie Maceo Quinn Agnes M. Garrett Girard William Carenenes

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Dean E. W. Chubb President Bryan Osity New Recovery Board New National Industrial Recovery Board Washington Roosevelt NRA Walton H. Hamilton Leon Henderson Blackwell Smith S. Clay Williams Arthur D. Whiteside Leon C. Marshall Sidney Hillman Jack Wayne The F. J. Beasley Co Athens, Ohio Carole Lombard May Robeson Roger Pryor Walter Connelly Mila Albany Haydenville Republican Rally Athens High School Simeon D. Fess U. S Harold J. Rose Hal H. Rowland Bunker Hill Nelsonville Nazarene Athens City Order of the Board of Elections Co Harry AT Ordan James Frank Florida Albany Consolidated Athen Janere N. K. L. Jordan Board of Commissioners Hio CG Ll. Jordan State of Gordon B. Gray Jenkins Bos of C."l. Jordan Hesritt Conaber Sus J. Gitterd Daniel Me Core Catherine Gobn H. Mae Common Press Bart Pho
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