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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1933
Page
8
Nelsonville October 24 Police Chief George Bateman issued the annual warning against premature Halloween observance. He urged orderly observance and warned vandalism will not be tolerated while noting numerous complaints about groups extending October celebrations. He said Halloween will be observed on one night only and asked citizen cooperation.
Nelsonville officials remind advertisers of an ordinance banning tacking advertising matter on trees and utility poles citywide. Tacks on poles risk line worker injuries and are promptly removed by police with penalties for non compliance.
Nelsonville describes Mrs J M Hyde addressing Epworth League at M B F Church on authority and listening. She urged that authority is needed, should be acceptable, and that people should have someone to talk with for worthwhile benefits. A post address discussion followed led by Miss Shaw, with scripture read by Bert Crouse and prayer by Rev H A Rothrock. William Howe closed with a league announcement.
In Nelsonville on October 2 a court showed sympathy to defendants amid baby arrival celebrations. Floyd Deirth was fined ten dollars with costs suspended. John Fugitt pled not guilty and posted a one hundred dollar bond for Grand Jury. Berry Pritchard pleaded guilty and jailed pending settlement. Henry Boudinot faced two intoxication charges and automobile operation while intoxicated with bonds set at one hundred and one hundred fifty dollars respectively.
James Collins Jr a 39 year old Nelsonville barber died Monday afternoon at his father’s Jackson Street home after months of illness. Born in Clifton West Virginia in 1804 he had lived here many years and leaves his father two sisters and other relatives. Funeral services will be Thursday at 9 o'clock at St Andrews Church with burial at Greenlawn. The Willing Workers Class Christian Church plans a masquerade party Thursday at Mrs Lora Woods Adams Street with masked attendees bringing a season appropriate lunch.
Mrs James Hallett entertained Monday evening honoring the seventh birthday of her son Junior. Attendees included Ruth Coakley Jack Carpenter Billy Monks Johnny Figgins Harold Davis Violet Topsail Bobby Hutchinson Mary Hutchinson Frankie Topsail Harley Joe Hubble Betty Davis and Harold Keljer. Prizes went to Jack Carpenter and Ruth Coakley. Decorations and refreshments matched the Halloween season. Miss Carma Heffner and Miss Harriett Davis helped serve.
The Faithful Workers Class of the M. E. Church hosts a Halloween masquerade at Mrs. John Murphy home. Assistants Mrs. Joe Kennedy and Mrs. Effie Devore decked the event. Attendees must wear masks or face a fine.
Misses Violet and Ardelia Sweeney of New Lexington, former Ohio University students, return to Athens for Homecoming events and attend the Ohio Miami football game. They are hosted by sister Cleo Sweeney of 116 Mill Street. Mr and Mrs James Parrett and Miss Vernie Orr of Washington DC travel to Athens as guests of Mrs Parretts parents Mr and Mrs C B Beveridge at 35 Carpenter Street. Miss Orr plans a visit with her Chicago Heights Indiana parents after nursing training in DC. Mr Lee Stewart Roach of Uhrichsville spends the weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs Clarence Roach. Mr and Mrs Laird Dean (Frances Lee Cleveland) also visited Athens for the weekend.
The Hocking Street Church of God begins revival services led by Rev. Thomas W. Farmer of Hamilton. Pastor Rev. Calvin B. Haines announces special singing by Raymond Atkins and guest groups including the Shingler sisters, the Dayton Community Colored Quartet, Hayden ville's soloist, and the Victory Quartet. Rev. Farmer will speak tonight at 7 30 p m on Condemning Sin.
Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Simmons hosted a Monday 6 o'clock dinner at 530 Hudson Avenue in honor of Leonard Simmons birthday. Eight guests attended including Leonard Simmons and his wife. After dinner the group played bridge. Mr A F Reeves of 11 Pearl Street was taken to Mt Carmel Hospital Columbus for observation and possible operation. His wife and daughter Mrs N B E Gauthier of Cleveland remained with him.
The Lydia Lash Evans Club met at Mrs. L. C. Mead’s home to discuss decorative uses of vases and ornaments and the hospitality shown by correct silver and linens. Mrs. Charles Mc Laughlin urged few well chosen vases and balanced decor while Mrs. John Jagers spoke on silver and linen with a plea for simple, beautiful lines. New members Mrs. C. M. Bowman and Mrs. Frank W. Phillips were welcomed. guests included Mrs. Hall Rowland and Mrs. Emmett Rowles.
Clinton Kasler, son of Mr and Mrs A W Kasler of Willow Brook near Athens, promoted to Assistant Division Engineer of Construction based in Jefferson City Missouri. A 10 year Missouri Highway Department veteran and Ohio University graduate he overlooks work in 12 counties. He and his wife Vivian Landis have two sons Dick and Jerry.
Margaret Celeste Coulter six year old daughter of Rev C M Coulter was struck by a passing car Saturday while playing in front of her home at 25 North College Street. Her leg was broken above the knee and she is convalescing at home. Mr and Mrs Floyd West hosted weekend guests Chester Barnett former OU students at 8 North McKinley Avenue.
Women teachers attending the Southeastern Ohio Educational Association gathering in Jackson are invited to a dinner at 6 p m Thursday at the First Christian Church. Speaker will be Dr Donald Tippett of Bexley with Miss Anna Belle Harper of Portsmouth arranging details.
President and Mrs Elmer Burrit Bryans annual reception for faculty and senior students will be held November 7 at 3 30 in the Mens Union The reception was postponed from October 10.
A late autumn social detail notes a masquerade party hosted by Hall Oy at 4 in the study. Participants included C. A. Parker, Fred Brown, Clyde Mansfield, and Swank who won prizes for house decorations and meats were carried out after the event.
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