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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1955
Page
8
Nelsonville committees wrap up last minute plans for the Parade of the Hills with ample prizes donated from merchants and city decorations nearly complete. Churches and local groups outline services and events surrounding the festival, including Sunday worships and midweek prayers, with details on open hours and parish activities.
August report shows 45 cases filed before Mayor Earl Hilleary in Nelsonville. Of the actions, 28 were speeding, 9 intoxication, 3 unsafe operation, 2 quarrelling, and 1 each for driving while intoxicated, insufficient brakes, bad checks, and as sault. Six cases were sent to Athens County jail, and 9 State Highway Patrol cases noted. Collections totaled 97.15 dollars with 880.65 to the city, 57.50 to the State editor and 90 to Athens County. city general fund received 83.2 dollars and 57.50 to the city auto fund.
The Zane Harmony lodge plans a Constitution Week observance with a talk by Gertrude Carraway, president of the national D A R society. The message stresses patriotism, informed citizenship, and strong Americanism to inspire liberty-loving peoples amid world tensions. A dance at Lodge Hall will run from 9 to 12 with music by Zane Harmony.
Carbon Hill Schools begin the 1955 56 term Tuesday at 9 am with a half day first session. Gerta Devel superintendent notes the bus schedule mirrors last year and all first graders must be six by December 31 1955. Elementary teachers meet Monday at 9 am and high school staff at 10 am.
Local society notes record births of a daughter to Mr and Mrs Burnace Stout of Centerville and a son to Mr and Mrs Ralph Miller of Point Pleasant.
Community religious notices for Chauncey and Millfield list church events and speakers. Youth fellowship at 7 p.m., evangelistic service 1 20 p.m. Bible study midweek, Chauncey and area ministers scheduled across Chauncey and Trimbie. Numerous local residents noted with medical and other affiliations.
A garbled social column lists Chauncey Personal Notices and names such as McDaniel Dunlavy and others attending dinners, luncheons, and visits. It mentions households in Tas il, Warrington, Athens, Nelsonville, Murray City, and Lake Ontario region and references weddings and birthdays. The fragmentary text records multiple gatherings, travel to Washington DC, and domestic events with numerous unreadable names.
Partial list of individuals dismissed or named in local notices includes Mrs. Frank McKinney of New Lexington Route 1 and her son Dennis Pack, Miss Carol Sue Riley and Nelsonville residents, Jorge Arnold, Harry Donley, Miss Sharon Evans, Mrs. Jean McDonald of Nelsonville Route 1, Charles Staten of Millfield, Mrs. Winifred Addis of Buchtel, Mary Mecoskey of Jackson, among others.
Circle Six of the WSCS of the Methodist Church met Tuesday night at the home of Mrs. Elva Bean with Mrs. Julia Reeves assisting. Devotions were led by Mrs. W. W. Warren. The program was led by Mrs. Chester Reeves and Mrs. Orlando Howson. Mrs. Wesley Hawk is president. The group planned a WACS concession stand for September and a turkey supper for October. A dessert course was served to 14 members and one guest.
A long roster of visitors and relatives gathered in Portland and nearby towns. Names include Mrs Frances Ritter from Syracuse and the Hendersons of Coolville, with numerous calls and dinners noted among families and friends in Meigs and adjacent counties.
Mrs Dean Linscott chairs the baked goods and candy display for the Parade of the Hills. Deliver items to the Ohio Fuel Gas Co office by noon Thursday for judging at 4 pm.Entries to be sold with proceeds aiding the Women's Committee prizes. Open to Nelsonville and surrounding communities. Call Mrs Linscott at 691 or Mr Williams at 207 for more information.
Nelsonville notices report Mr and Mrs Norwood Haynes and family vacationing in Chicago and visiting Cincinnati Zoo. A quarreling incident led to a fine for Fred Jen vin Nelson with details obscured. The item mentions local officials and a mayoral alert but lacks clear dates or outcomes.
Mr. and Mrs. Rolland Slisher announce the birth of daughter Rebecca Sue Tuesday at Sheltering Arms Hospital. Grandparents listed include Blaine Bullock and others, with further lines noting extended family ties.
Nelsonville resident Frank Knapp 58 of Chestnut Street died this morning at Mount St Mary Hospital after a heart attack. He was stricken while visiting Shafer's Newsstand. A retired railroad employee and Eagles member, he is survived by his wife Lucille who predeceased him. an uncle William Matheny of Nelsonville is the sole listed relative. Johnson Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
A local birthday celebration was held last Thursday at the Chauncey residence with woodsy entertainment and a small party for Tommy and Bethany. Guests enjoyed beverages and light refreshments as the gathering marked the occasion.
Men and women of the Parade of the Hills will host a festival in the Christian Church featuring demonstrations of ironing cooking painting knitting and crocheting and home freezing on Wednesday afternoon through Saturday. Electric range refrigerator wash ers and dryers will be shown with cake decorating and wel l demonstrations. Door prizes include a grand prize set for Saturday with entries at the church door.
Nelsonville Eagles set a Tuesday 7 30 pm meeting in the lodge hall to nominate a new vice president after Henry Williams resigned as president and Leslie Grubb was elevated to the presidency. Nominees will be named Tuesday with election scheduled for the following week.
Mrs Earl Hilleary has been named chairman of the antique display for the Parade of the. Those with antiques who wont display are asked to telephone her for more information. The display is planned for the surrounding Nebo area communities.
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