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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1954

Page

11

Local Issues Rise Over Candidates in Logan County Race

Voters on November 2 focus on issues rather than candidates. Harry Smith is set for re election as auditor with no opposition in the general, while four county offices are contested. Ballot includes non partisan races for probate judge Rhea Pettit Banker t and Logan attorney Lasie Johnson, and district representation for Hocking County with Rolland Bright facing Roger W. Friend. Local measures include a $200000 Starr Washington school bond, a $20000 Kesboro fire protection bond, a West Hocking operating levy to meet state aid mills, and Perry Township liquor and beer sales continuation outside Laurelville.

Logan Harry Smith Board of Commissioners Joe M. Brown Levert Voris Ogan Voris Rhea Pettit Bankert Lasie Johnson Hocking County Oho General Assembly Rolland Bright Roger W. Friend Kesboro Council Main St State of Athens Athena Athens Obio M. Jackson Big Hun Pittehere Adam J. Laverty Hite Laverty L. & H. Chaste Page Athens County Alec Ohio Company Federal Creek Tana Henry Barrows Millie Bennet John Jackam John Featherston PM Browks Perry Join Frank Davis Alwo Ceili Imed SSS Oiaiver State House Anid Tepore Lees Seid Creek Middie Said Ieee H. Hibbard Big Run Stewart Kilvert Big Ken Washington County Kibvert Lewe Cleorge Bateman Ohio Dorothy J. Parmi’ter

Logan High elects officers for classes and student council

Logan High School students named officers last week led by Senior Class President Tom Price and Junior Class President Frank Hartsel. Linda Brenick was chosen for student council president with Dick Harden as VP and Marty Gompf as secretary. National Honor Society elected Bill Juergensmier as president with Carolin Palmer VP Marilyn Daubenmier secretary and Darwin McLin treasurer. Induction ceremonies for new NHS members set for next January.

Logan Logan High School Tom Price John Hunsaker Patty Steele Jolene Gastin Dick Canty Frank Hartsel al Visintainer Patty Smith Ronnie Willis Marty Gompf Bill Cooksey Jim St. Clair Carol Daubenmier Patty Miller Linda Brenick Dick Harden Susan Murtha Chuck McNamee Norman Bungard Judy Schultheis Jim Monk Bill Helber Susie Palmer David Roberts Andrew Davis National Honor Society Bill Juergensmier Carolin Palmer Marilyn Daubenmier Darwin McLin

Harriman Withdraws From Debate

Harriman withdraws from a planned gubernatorial debate with Sen. Irving Ives amid GOP charges linking him to a 25 year pier lease scandal. Campaign backers accuse the GOP of gutter fighting while Sen. Ives considered a general issues program with the Citizens Union.

Rochester N. Y Averell Harriman Upstate Harriman GOP Irving M. Ives Citizens Union of New York City Charles M. Metzner New York Sen Ives Washington Williamer R-Nd

Seven robbers take 950 from contractor in Friday night attack

Self employed contractor reports being ambushed by seven men who escaped with 950 dollars while a separate 1400 dollars remained. Al Phillips, 36, suffered scalp and eye cuts in the scuffle.

Jqleveland al Phillips

Waltonian Chorus Draws 1500 into Ash Cave Concert

Logan witnesses a large Waltonian Chorus program with a women’s choir, under J Richard Farmer, at Ash Cave. Attendance nears 1500 with visitors from Washington DC Cincinnati Springfield Columbus Delaware and Portsmouth while overall park crowds total about 8000 for the autumn weekend.

Ash Cave Logan Waltonian Chorus Waring Tschaikovsky J. Richard Farmer John Sherwood Washington D.C Cincinnati Springfield Columbus Delaware Portsmouth

How To Avoid Plants That Are Poisonous

A public health note advises city families moving to the country to recognize only a few poisonous plants. Poison ivy, horse nettle, and toadstools are the main threats. Children should avoid unapproved berries and greens, and mushrooms should not be eaten unless fully sure they are safe. Store bought mushrooms are safest. Snow on the mountain and euphorbia merginata are among plants to view with suspicion.

Poisonous Plants Warning for Children in Home Gardens

A Be careful note lists common plants and parts that are poisonous including Poinsettia Boxwood Castor oil bean Christmas rose Deadly nightshade Dogwood English ivy Foxglove Holly Jack in the pulpit Larkspur Lily of the valley Lupine Monkshed Mountain laurel Pokeweed and Rhubarb. If eaten by children give a strong emetic and call a physician immediately.

Mitchell Sees Party Unity In 1956 Race

Birmingham a la March 1956 event where Sir A Mitchell, chair of the Socratic National Committee, urged Democrats toward unity for the 1956 presidential contest. He criticized Republicans for involving Secretary Wilson in politics and for defense policy and farm programs.

Mitchell Birmingham Ala Sir A. Mitchell

1-H Club Honors Set

East School auditorium hosts the annual Achievement Meeting at 7 30 pm honoring outstanding 4-H clubs members and advisors. awards are given for state fair exhibits district and county wins plus 1954 club work certificates and ten year pins. public invited, entertainment and door prize follow with refreshments served.

Logan Social Notes Shower Honors Mrs Walter in Logan

Mrs Denzil Beougher hosted a bridal shower for Mrs Robert Walter at War ner Ave with green and white decor and favors. Guests included Mrs Charlie Walter, Mrs Herbert Walter, Mrs Paul Fox, Mrs Robert Campbell and many others from Logan plus guests from Lancaster and Gore.

Denzil Beougher Warner Ave Robert Walter Harry Auker Hubert Daugherty Lee O Brien Charlotte Walter Herbert Walter New Plymouth Paul Fox Robert Campbell Frank Burgess Parl Roberts Bart Rheinscheid Norman Dolan Margaret Donaldson Lee O'Brien Janie Roberts Ralph Morrison Beougher Walter J. Bumgardner John Crowe Ruby Crowe Charlies Howdyshell Charlies Dollmatsch Pearl Seaman Mack Dalton Albert Donaldson Ann Snyder Logan Robert McNeil Lancaster Lewis Nutter Gore

Wedding of Irene Flood Shanley at St John’s Church

The ceremony united Irene Flood and Ronald Shanley at St John’s Catholic Church with a 9 am nuptial mass celebrated by Rev. Fr. Charles P. Foy. The bride, daughter of George and (Mrs.) Flood, wore powder blue. matron of honor was Mrs. Charles Leasure. best man Charles Krannitz. Reception followed at Smart’s restaurant. couple to Niagara Falls for a honeymoon.

St. John's Catholic Church Irene Frances Flood Ronald Shaniey Charles P. Foy George W. Fiseh Third St Shanley Joseph Shanley W. Hunter St Lancaster Flood Mira Shanley Smart's Niagara Falls Logan High School The Dairy Queen North American Columbus Nickel Plate Road

Property Deed Decree Details Tract Sales in Athens County

Court finds mortgage default and foreclosure on three tracts in Trimble Township Athens County Ohio with specified boundaries and coal and mining rights reserved. Defendants Wilbur M Drake and Wilma M Drake face property forfeiture after unpaid notes and accrued interest while Beal Galbraith estate matters influence title and redemption terms.

Solands Trine Tapone Obie Sie Athens Cas Perth Mike Ives Truitot Na Ieee Tering Athena Ohio Wey Wid Ietel Ee Tate Athene Ward Highway Mid Highway Beetion Trimtie Township Aniti Reiliway Newth Mortenge Daly Athens County Oise Athens County Mortgage Records Cowart Wilbur M. Jake Wilma M. Dreke Foerther Wilbur M. Korake Viima M Orakhe Ae Weil Athene County Towit Heing Trimble Townanio Oth Greens Run Ranch New York Central Laach Nerenarter Athena Canenty Galbraith Leay Beal Paul Galbraith Kline Galbraith Ealy F Ialbraith Piella Kesi Asia J. F. Galtraith Paul Gelbrafith Kline —— . A. Ae Bella Wilma M. Drake Wilbur M. Drake Hour M. Kvahke Wire M. Drake

Divorce Petition Filed in Athens County Court

Robert M Daggett filed for divorce from Nan A J at the Athens County Court of Common Pleas. The petition cites September 1954 filing and sets a hearing for November 1, 1964. Attorneys Bolin and Walker represent the petitioner.

Hocking Valley Hospital Notes

Admits include Mrs Arthur Gunsey Logen with daughter, and Mrs Stanley Jones Shawnee. Other admissions list Mrs Carl Webb Zaleski and several Logans. Dismissals include Mrs John Goodlive and daughter Logan and Victor Hammond Logan. Other entries mention Noel Dyer Rowell Herwick Creola and Tom Bentley McArthur with Fred Thomas in Logan.

Stanley Jones Shawnee Carl Webb Zaleski Join Williams Athens John Goodlive Logan Victor Hammond Noel Dyer Rowell Herwick Creola Tom Bentley McArthur

Appointment of Executors for Estate of Oberea Setmetfier

Notice states Madeline Seheetiier of Cotherton Ohio appointed executor of the estate of Oberea Setmetfier deceased of Athens city Athens County Ohio. Dated October 4 1954. Probate Judge K J Jones presiding.

Madeline Seheetiier Cotherton Ohio Oberea Setmetfier Athens Athens County

Notice of suit against Tione Mary Korchok in Pennsylvania

On September 16 1934 John A Korchok files petition in court in Greeneburg Pennsylvania seeking judgment and other relief. Tione Mary Korchok last known address unclear will be served as required. Attorney Bolin and Walker represents the plaintiff in this action filed November 4 or soon thereafter.

Nan A. J San Francisco California Robert M Dageett Court of Common Pleas Athens County Ohio Robert M. Daggett Bolin Walker Mary Korchok Greeneburg Pennsylvania John A. Korchok Joan A. Korctiok Bolin and Walker Bie Fotw

Fragmented Notice Sketches Legal Action and Sale

A damaged OCR fragment outlines a legal action and public sale in Athena County. It mentions an attorney, a treasurer, sale terms cash on hand, and refers to a court order awaiting farther directives. The text remains unclear with corrupted names and dates.

Woewtell Tommet Laweh Athena County Utric & Rr Rerniaee

Notice of fiduciary filing in Athens County court

Aeriety notice states Helen Bar hare Whitehouse of 142 BR Mate Breet is appointed fiduciary for the State of Victor Wille in Athens County Ohio. Executors must file estate records by 1 pm next month with the probate judge of the county.

Helen Bar Hare Whitehouse Aerie Victor Willehw Athens Athens County Oni Se Conaty

Notice of Tax Return Hearing in Athens County

County office in Athens hosts a tax hearing on Thursday November at 10:00 A.M. Eastern Standard Time under J. W. Whaley. The session concerns current year returns and related treasurer requirements in the county courthouse.

Trevor Athens Ramo Court Howse J. W. Whaley Hevison

Mini Press sale at Athens Buick Campany property

In Athena County a public sale is set for November 3 1934 to satisfy a judgment in favor of the estate of Pateman Sheriff. The sale will auction properties including items from Athens Buick Company and Carpenter and Craft Stead in Athens City. The sheriff’s office conducts the proceedings.

Denver Comanniene Athena Athens Buick Gampeny Fafiewin Jms Lew Fodam Mater Carl Denver Tate Eetee Pateman Ath Gio Bylerethy J Parmiter

Ohio Amends Constitution Four Year Gubernatorial Terms

Ohio seeks to amend the state constitution to provide four year terms for the governor attorney and secretary of state and to adjust Senate and House representation based on population. The measure outlines election timing committee action and ballot provisions with approval required by voters and formal certification by the secretary of state.

Amterga Ceater Looker Gover Ateorwrney Enews Saete Steeli Padegws Agius el Famier Ieee Oteer Pearse Ana Theomerel Amersbiy State of Omie Ohio Senate House of Representave Artiete Sta of Oro Oro States OF America TD W. Brown Cove

Constantine Vision Shapes Rivalry in Western Empire

FragmentaryOCR notes describe Constantine facing Maden in the Western Empire. The text hints at a vision guiding action, with limited legible words referencing empire, rivalry, and a date around 112 A.D. The source text is highly damaged and difficult to interpret.

Constantine Maden Ios

Public Service Director Sealed Bid Notice Ends Soon

A city procurement notice seeks bids for contract work on a public service project. Specifications detail plan, materials, and a 8100 bid deposit with required 4 percent performance bond. Bids must be delivered to the city clerk by a stated date, with penalties for nonperformance and bid rejection outlined.

Mall Te Aid Ontraec Eurety Namjing State of Chile

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