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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1921
Page
10
Pomeroy Middleport area mourns as Village Marshal George Schaaf dies Wednesday afternoon at about 64 from kidney trouble. Survived by three children from first marriage, three from second, and two married daughters in Cleveland. funeral planned today with bond set at 5,000 by Mrs. Dodd.
Miss Harriet Nease, longtime matron of Dayton Widows' Home, leaves Dayton after a summer at her former home and travels to Westerville to finalize plans for a California winter. She served 83 years in the Dayton facility.
The treasurer Warner claims county taxes cannot be collected before December 1 because the books are not ready and cannot be prepared in time.
A short Thursday morning court session sustained the demurrer in the case of L. J. Hess of Syracuse. Ida Dodd versus Kaimil Sauer involved a $1000 damage claim over a coal mine, with a temporary restraining order issued to stop Sauer from mining coal in the disputed area.
Henry Ohlinger of Sugar Run is reported to run on the Democratic ticket for marshal of Pom eroy to succeed George Schaaf, who died last Wednesday afternoon. Ohlinger’s name will be printed on stickers and placed over Schaaf’s.
Congressman Foster notified of widow’s pension for Mrs. Sarah A. Cochran of Beersville widow of James Cochran a soldier in Company F Fourth West Virginia Cavalry Civil War.
The Methodists Disciples and a Gallipolis delegation plan to attend the revival meeting at the Baptist church in Middleport this evening. Rev Swift urges happiness for true Christians and likens modern believers to Israelites crossing toward the Promised Land.
The passage contrasts Pushers and Knockers Smilers and Frowners Optimists and Pessimists. It notes a prayer meeting Saturday morning at 9 30 at Mrs Williamson's home on Pearl street.
The Parent Teacher Association gathered at Pomeroy High School for its last general meeting until January. It featured a nice program and routine business, and members laid plans to pass a three mill school tax levy at the upcoming election.
Meigs County grand jury concluded after examining 187 witnesses in 42 cases. It returned 21 true bills including three indictments: John Hedricks for carrying concealed weapons, John Lawson for abandoning a child, and Jacob Botzel for larceny, now serving a long term in the workhouse.
Announcement notes a secret wedding held March 26 in Canton Ohio. Corabelle Stark daughter of Mr and Mrs J R Stark married Norman D Russell a graduate of OSU. They plan to reside in Philadelphia and will be at home after November 1.
At a brief session the court reviewed Will G. Roberts versus John E F Lyons with a continued matter and Lyons versus Middleport Investment Co. submitted with evidence due by November 20. Ruth Van Zant and Alvira Grover Hardman vs Thomas E Grover had a motion to dismiss sustained for lack of proper service. Judges Sayre Middleton and Farr presided.
The Gal lipolis Middleport and Pomeroy Presbyterian Woman's Missionary Society meets at Middleport church on Saturday October 22 at 1 P M. Dr T Jesse Jones recently returned from Africa will give an address with other program features. A picnic supper will follow.
Ida Dodson files a damage suit seeking $1,000 against Emil Sauer for unlawful removal of coal and removal of pillars and props at the Oman coal mine. She asks a restraint order to stop further mining from the property.
Latrobe Miss Grace Morrison daughter of Mr and Mrs E D Morrison died at home on October 11 after a long illness. Funeral services were held at home and burial followed in Coolville Cemetery. Deepest sympathy extended to the family.
An advertisement touts No-To-Bac as a cure for tobacco addiction. It promises quick relief from cravings and offers a full refund from the druggist if the user remains hooked.
A man described as unaware of the charges waits for his legal team to explain the case. Lawyers plan to review evidence and outline next steps as proceedings unfold.
Logan Neal Shaw has received appointment as regular city mail carrier on No 2 route. He was previously a substitute for several years and was recommended by Postmaster H G Hansel after Gene Belt withdrew from service.
Mr B F Sweazy purchased the Barton residence on East Main Street in a deal closed on Thursday. The property was formerly the George Kruin estate and the consideration remains undisclosed.
Arthur Ross 22 fireman and Bessie Sheren 17 Logan. John L Bagley 78 farmer Logan and Anna Elizabeth Grigsby 67 Logan. Harold Mast 19 clerk and Ruth Conner 21 Logan. D Chauncey Reynolds jeweler Logan and Velma Conkle Logan. Algernon Bougher A9 teamster Haydenville and Marie Mohler 19 Logan.
The Five Hundred Club met at Mrs. Frank Brown's home on Wednesday to arrange a Halloween party. Plans call for a card party and dance at the Knights of St. John hall that evening. The twelve member club maintains a full winter social calendar.
Workmen led by Sam Wrightsel and Jacob Snider completed mounting the naval gun for the public park. The concrete base was laid days earlier by contractor Bruny.
The Montgomery and Gabriel property on West Main Street undergoes major improvements. Ralph Dennis's business front is to be remodeled and stuccoed enhancing appearance. Harding Undertaking Company builds a new fireproof garage at their rear to house motor equipment. Joe Risley is having a new North Orchard Street home built by Wolfe and Risley. Progress continues on a new arcade building on Main Street.
The Logan McArthur road project will soon begin grading and culvert work. Graders and road building materials are being hauled to the site this week. The contract is held by Young Construction Company.
The drill on the McLain farm in Union Furnace field has reached nine feet in sand. The operator, S. Lupher, reports no major oil yet but expects paying quantities soon as oil often lies around 15 feet. Local oil activity remains quiet but may rise with price trends.
Logan high school's football schedule lists two games this week. Murray City visits here Friday afternoon giving the second string players a chance to shine. Coach Geiger plans to save his top bets for Saturday morning’s clash with East High of Columbus at Ohio Field. Columbus Aquinas later plays here in the season.
At a Logan Legion Post meeting on Wednesday evening the post commander named a committee to arrange Armistice Day ceremonies. The members are Vice Commander Webb Carl Hartman Clifford Hull Virgil Martin and Charles Achauer. The group will meet soon to draft plans.
The adjusted compensation campaign committee of the county announces a public meeting at the I O O F hall in Haydenville Monday evening October 24 at 7 30. Speakers from this city will present the ex service men's claim and a good attendance is expected to hear the matter discussed.
The Chauncey Church of Christ will hear Does God Answer Prayers on Sunday morning and Conviction and Conversion Sunday night at Millfield. Bible school runs 9 30 A M at both churches. James chapter 4 is studied at Chauncey Wednesday night and chapter 3 at Millfield Thursday. Christian Endeavor conducts worship at 6 30 P M at both churches led by L W Spayd.
Nicholas Long of Merchants Trust Co Greensburg Pa says two years of stomach trouble caused nervousness sleep loss and weakness. After trying remedies he credits Nerv-Worth with relief, improves digestion sleep and vigor. Money back guarantee offered by McKee Drug and others.
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