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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1934

Page

2

Nelsonville Submits Two New Sewer Projects to FERA Board

Nelsonville plans two sewer projects totaling about 14 000 for labor and materials. Jackson Street sanitary sewer priced at 320.83 and High Street project at 4 351.36. Mayor Holland notes engineers are drafting plans for two major extensions of storm sewers and canal land improvements.

Nelsonville Fera Board FARA 8. G. Holland Jackson Street High Street Holland CWA State Department of Public Works Roth

Nelsonville Personal Notes Reflect Local Travel and Visits

Nelsonville community brief lists residents visiting kin and attending events. Rev and Mrs Lloyd Evans and son Lloyd return from a vacation in West Virginia and Northern Ohio. Others travel to Columbus for politics, Detroit for relatives, Dayton for a sick sister, and Pomeroy for visits with local families.

Lloyd Evans Lloyd W. Va Ohio Harry Kelly Columbus Earl Butterman Sedig Nixon Charlies Ervin Clayton E. Neikirk H. A. Lines Minnie Laughlin Edna Hartley Detroit J. T. Valkinburg Charlies Scott Dayton Margaret Bailey Scott Bailey W. E. Figgins Jack of

Will Bolen Dies Husband Of Former Nelsonville Woman

Will Bolen of Lilly Chapel dies at White Cross Hospital after a Tuesday evening illness. He was survived by his wife Eva Murphy formerly of Nelsonville. Funeral services planned for Friday at 10:00 AM in Lilly Chapel.

Nelsonville Jared Barber White Cross Hospital Will Bolen Lilly Chapel Bolen Eva Murphy

Truck Burns Near The Diamond Church

A Columbus Motor Express truck loaded with merchandise was destroyed by fire near The Diamond church on State Route 31 above Nelsonville. Fire Chief Dana Windon said lack of water hindered efforts though about a third of the cargo was saved. Tires, canned goods, bicycles, and other freight were lost. the driver blamed a gas line break for the blaze.

Nelsonville Columbus Motor Express Athens Diamond Church Dana Windon Windon

Nelsonville High School Football Team Sees New Coach

Nelsonville welcomes Coach Yantis as 22 players report for practice with about 10 more to come as school starts. Townspeople and players express strong confidence the team will show real power on the gridiron this season.

Nelsonville Yantis

Edgar Edwards dies at 45 in Dowler Ridge

Nelsonville obituary reports Edgar Edwards age 45 died at home on Dowler Ridge near Carbondale. He is survived by his wife five sons one daughter three sisters and two brothers. Funeral services set for Saturday at 10 30 at Connett Church with burial in Connett Cemetery.

Edgar Edwards Dowler Ridge Connett Nelsonville Carbondale Connett Church Connett Cemetery

American Legion Plans Repairs for Building

The Glenford Dugan Post of the American Legion voted to hold weekly meetings through fall and winter. Plans for building repairs were made with H. D. Warner heading the repair committee. A nominating committee was appointed to select officers for the coming year, reporting next Wednesday night. Drum Corps Commander W. F. Gray announced an oyster fry after Friday night rehearsal to celebrate the corps season. all corps members report at 7 o'clock.

Nelsonville Glenford Dugan The American Legion H. D. Warner W. F. Gray

Scout Troop 46 Plans Friday Treasure Hunt at Central School

Nelsonville article notes Troop 46 holds first regular fall meeting 7 p.m. Friday on Central School grounds near the K P Building led by troop leaders then proceeds to a hill for a treasure hunt. All Scouts and leaders are urged to attend. In separate item Mrs W H Hyde and others joined Miss Charlotte Acker for a bridge club evening with three tables. Mrs Hyde won high guest score and Miss Millis and Miss Wolfe high club scorers.

Nelsonville Leiland Devore Dean Linscott Carnes Hickman Sylvester Ross Linscott K. of P W. H. Hyde Catherine Spencer Mary Sharp Corwin Cookson Charlotte Acker Hyde Phyllis Millis Betty Wolfe

Southeast Ohio Truck Mine Operators to Meet in Nelsonville

The Southeastern Ohio Truck Mine Operators' Association will hold a meeting at the Barron building in Nelsonville on Friday evening September 7 at 7 30 o'clock announced secretary Clifford Hawk.

Nelsonville Southeastern Ohio Truck Mine Operators’ Association Barron Building Clifford Hawk

Nelsonville man pleads guilty to reckless driving

Kenneth Woltz of Logan pleaded guilty to reckless driving on arraignment before Mayor 8. G. Holland. He was fined ten dollars and costs, which he paid. The report notes President Theodore Roosevelt preferred beer to other beverages.

Nelsonville Kenneth Woltz Logan G. Holland Theodore Roosevelt

Learn Straight Chair Posture by Alicia Hart

Correct posture improves appearance and confidence. An easy routine teaches sitting straight with the spine touching the chair, shoulder blades and neck resting, gradually aligning the body for a slimmer look.

Alicia Hart

Albany Couple Wedded In Parkersburg

The marriage of Henry Johnston of Albany R D and Myrtle Weemer of Albany occurred in Parkersburg West Virginia on Tuesday August 28 in the presence of Mr and Mrs Jesse Douglas Neighbors at the Johnston home gave the couple an old fashioned beling last Wednesday night

Chili Sauce Recipe From Mrs. Mae Brooks

A vintage home canning guide presents a chili sauce recipe learned by the Recipe Editor from Mrs. Mae Brooks of Miller Avenue. It lists 5 dozen tomatoes 12 sweet peppers 6 onions 10 cups vinegar 10 cups sugar 1 tablespoon mustard 5 tablespoons salt and yields about 11 pints after cooking with no added water poured and cooled for canning.

Mae Brooks Miller Avenue

Car Sales Rise in Gallia County August 1934

Gallia County records show 64 motor vehicle bills of sale filed in August 1934, more than double the 30 filed in August 1933. In July 1934, 48 passenger cars were sold, indicating a strong summer car market.

Gallipolis Gallia County

East Hill Live Stock Club social at Rock Riffle School

The East Hill Live Stock Club hosts a social at Rock Riffle School on Friday September 7. Ice cream cake cider doughnuts and coffee will be served. Music and entertainment are planned. Mr William McGoogan is president and Mr Robert Sheridan is involved.

East Hill Live Stock Club Rock Riffle William McGoogan Robert Sheridan

Ferry Pa Ceremony Seals Marriage of Clarke Daughter

Mr and Mrs C Clarke Street announce the marriage of their daughter Christine to Mr Ferry son of Mr 21 Woodland Avenue. The ceremony was held in the morning at St Pauls Catholic Church with Father Dowd officiating. Margaret Ferry sister of the groom and Mr John attendants attended.

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Wiarton Davies Cooper Robert W. Chambers Dean Walker Katharine Alexander Ted Healy Pour Mills Brothers Oak Grove Charlies Levering Floreda Charles Donald Wachenschwanz Old Man’s Cave Charlies France Merle Akron Helen France Herbert Ely Dave Saddlier Irvin Howard Orpheum Nils Asther Gloria Stuart Eddie Cantor the Kid Spain the Boot Shop Nelsonville Fire Department Mrs. Devore Oys Miss Acker Mediem’s Shoe Store F. D. Roosevelts Roosevelt Mrs. Roosevelt Hyde Park N. Y President Roosevelt Albany Parkersburg Henry Johns Bor Howie Drews Ontorde Pers Ladies Rayon Eee Ladies Coats Charles Gerstenfeld Southeastern Ohio Leopa Nelsonville, Ohio Chandise Cotton and Lancaster
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