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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1927

Page

2

Pioneer Reinhart Dies in Meigs County at 78

George Daddy Reinhart, 78, longtime Pomeroy resident and famed camp cook, died after illness from asthma and kidney disorder. Survived by widow and three children, funeral at 2 pm Sunday conducted by Rev Moenkhaus, Beech Grove cemetery. Burial follows.

Pomeroy George Daddy) Reinhart Daddy Reinhart A. A. Massar Montgomery W. Va Jacob Mt. Hope Moenkhaus Beech Grove

Womanless Wedding in Middleport Draws Crowds

The Heath M. E. Sunday school men staged a Womanless Wedding in Middleport on October 21. Businessmen from local churches participated and tickets brought in 370 dollars. Crowds were large enough to turn away onlookers, and a repeat performance followed. Proceeds fund church repair costs.

Middleport Heath M. E

Bridge Sag Explained by Neighborhood Movie Ride

In Pomeroy on October 21, residents report a wire suspension bridge near Thomas Fork sagging in the middle as local youths ride horseback across it. The dangerous creek below is about ten feet deep and presents a real drowning risk if a fall occurs.

Pomeroy Thomas Fork

Missionary Society to Host Special Service at Forest Run Church

Forest Run M E church missionary society holds a special service this afternoon with Mrs William Brueckner wife of the district superintendent as speaker. Sunday evening the Sunday school will present a Rally day program with local talent assisting.

Pomeroy Missionary Society of the Forest Run M. E. Church William Brueckner

Tobacco growers sign seven year marketing pool pact

Several Meigs county Burley growers join a large pool with growers in Kentucky Ohio Indiana Tennessee and West Virginia to continue for seven years the marketing agreement of the Burley Tobacco Growers Co Operative association. Miss Margaret Thames a Meigs county history teacher leaves for Columbus to join friends and attend the Ohio State Michigan football game in Ann Arbor tomorrow.

Pomeroy Meigs County Wstern Kentucky Ohio Indiana Tennessee West Virginia Burley Tobacco Growers’ Co-Operative Association Middleport Margaret Thames Columbus Cincinnati Ann Arbor Mich Ohio State University Michigan

Rio Grande College Homecoming With Dedication Of University Hall

Rio Grande College in Middleport plans its annual homecoming tomorrow tied to the dedication of the new University Hall building. R A Miller Lumber Co of Middleport constructed the structure last summer, a local highlight of the event.

Middleport Rio Grande College University Hall R. A. Miller Lumber Company

Breaks Up Gas in the Stomach Remedy Ad

An old advertisement promotes Bisulated Magnesia powder or tablets to relieve gas acidity bloating and indigestion. The copy claims quick stomach relief and neutralizing acids, urging purchase at drugstores as a non laxative remedy.

Rally Day at Church of Christ planned for Oct 30

In Middleport on Oct 21, the Church of Christ under Rev. K H McCorkle and superintendent Clyde French prepares Rally Day for October 30, aiming for the largest attendance and fellowship yet.

Middleport Church of Christ K. H. McCorkle Clyde French

Local pastor urges attendance and outreach at church

The pastor calls on all members to be present and invite others. McCorkle returns from Indianapolis after attending a Churches of Christ convention. Several townsfolk, relatives, and visitors are noted for travel, illness, births, and arrivals including Phyllis Irene birth and arrival plans for Atlanta linked parties.

Corkle Mr. McCorkle Indianapolis Churches of Christ of North America

Cow still best, says milk dealer at convention

In Columbus on Oct 21 F A Webb of Chicago told delegates at the international association of milk dealers that no substitute for the cow exists. He argued that products of the cow are in greater demand every day and will remain essential despite rising automobile use.

Columbus F. A. Webb Chicago International Association of Milk Dealers Webb

Nelsonville Greyhounds Expected To Defeat Pomeroy Saturday

Nelsonville high school's Greyhounds sharpen their offense and face Pomeroy in a Saturday clash. Pomeroy, led by halfback Paul Shay, has a middling team but showed strength by keeping Gallipolis to 12 points and losing 26 to Wellston. The Nelsonville lineup features Neiman, Linton, Hartley, and Latimer in improving form.

Nelsonville Nelsonville High School Greyhounds Pomeroy Wellston Gallipolis High School Paul Shay Varsity Neiman Linton Hartley Latimer

Rev Jay N Booth Expected to Fill Pulpit

Nelsonville October 21. It is expected the Rev Jay N Booth of Montgomery West Virginia will fill the Christian Church pulpit during services at Nelsonville.

Jay N. Booth Montgomery, W. Va Christian Church Nelsonvillye Montgomery W. Va

Saltz Elected President Of Nelsonville Girl Reserves

Kathleen Saltz was elected president of the Nelsonville high school Girl Reserves at a Wednesday night meeting. Officers named include Mary Mee Daniels as vice president Margaret Johnson as secretary and Janice Mitchell as treasurer. The program featured Miss Marie Stowe dean of girls speaking on The Letters We Write on Our Faces along with two humorous readings a piano solo and a vocal duet. A Halloween party was announced for October 26 with committees appointed by Miss Stowe.

Kathleen Saltz Girl Reserves Club Nelsonville High School Mary Mee Daniels Margaret Johnson Janice Mitchell Marie Stowe Mary Bennett Velma White Ruth Hilte Louise Johnson Miss Stowe

Iyokeekie Camp fire group meets at Ruth Call home

Members and guardian held a Tuesday evening meeting at Miss Ruth Call's home. After initiating three new members a Halloween party was held in the basement with decorations in Halloween colors. Refreshments followed for listed members and guests Sue Kelly and others.

Iyokeekie Ruth Call Hallowe’en Hallowe'en Verna Hand Helena Kouri Kathleen Shirley Majel Lee Arvilla Landis Catherine Wolfe Janice Mitchell Elizabeth Kelch Margaret Scott Mary Jo Bowers

Bridge Dinner At Legion Home Welcomes Guests

Attractive in all its appointments was the bridge dinner given Thursday afternoon at the legion home by Mrs. William Mills, Mrs. Cecil Shafer, Mrs. Pearl Hickman, and Mrs. Stanley Dew. The living rooms had been decorated with baskets of fall flowers.

The Legion Home William Mills Cecil Shafer Pearl Hickman Stanley Dew

Bridge Party Hosts Gather After Nine Tables

From 2 to 5 30 o'clock nine tables of bridge were played. An other coterie of friends arrived for dinner at 6. Mrs Wheeler Dew of Athens and Mrs W H Cann of Lancaster were the only out of town guests.

Wheeler Dew Athens W. H. Cann Lancaster

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Pioneer Rio Grande Morehead College University Mall Clinton Fisher Collis Dawson Hobson Grace Roush Pt. Pleasant Herb Chambers Paul Smart Phyllis Irene John Hutchins Rodgers Producing Company N. Y. C. Athletic Association F. M. Sisson H. B. Downing Georgia Atlanta Downing Lucy Downing South Fifth Street Etla Harry North Second Street Leigh Crowell Mittle Powell William Bradford Powell Karpen All Webb the Swanson Furniture Co Satins— Kasmirs Satins Coats Nelsonville Dry Goods Coality Robert Vore Campfire Girls Uckoffc Chauncey - Glouster Henry Poston Ments Furnishings Opera House Public Square Nelsonville, Ohio
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