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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 13, 1955

Page

3

Gallipolis School Board hires three and coal contracts

The Gallipolis District Board of Education met Monday night to hire three new teachers Gerald Hull seventh eighth mathematics Mrs Frank Wetherholt study hall and freshman English and Mrs Stewart assistant kindergarten teacher The athletic board approved three workers to erect bleachers on Memorial Field and Alfred Harrison to line the gridiron for five home games Coaches Clarence Thompson and Calvin Carrithers were invited as advisers Contour map work by Radeker Carmichael elevations two feet Boggs to review school insurance with three local agencies aiming for a one package plan All members attended with President J Gordon Gilbert presiding

Gahs Athletic Board Gallipolis Marshall D.y Boges GAHS Ross Fleming Marcus J. Magnussen Rua Ery Meth Radeker Carmichael Boggs J. Gordon Gibert

Holiday Bill To Be Law

A county bill sponsored by General Asem and co sponsors Faber and Don Cmppet would grant workers holiday pay, providing one paid day off for New Year’s Day Memorial Day and Christmas each year. Eligible employees must have six months of service with the county to receive time off with pay.

Vallipolis Ols General Asem Preramaires

Gallipolis Chamber Adopts Survey On Industry

Gallipolis Chamber of Commerce board meets Monday night at the Lafey Ne Hotel to approve an industry survey. Avanelle Sheets, chamber manager, reports 34 new members and 17 renewals bringing total membership to 129. President John E Halliday chairs as directors discuss double parking issues, CIO proposed chair money increase, and the Southeastern Ohio Regional Council with a Sept 29 Jackson meeting. Carl Bias reports on Christmas decorations for the Retail Merchants Committee.

Gallarous Conde Industrial Marvey Wat Wade Lafey” Ne Dec.t Ors Gallipolis Chamber Avanelle Sheets Columbus Oho BiedtreCo Mrn Sheets Robert J. Rannells Chamber John E. Halliday CIO Southeastern Ohio Regional Council Jackson Carl Bias Retail Merchants Committee

Plastic bag wraps poultry during freezing process

A new moulded plastic bag designed to fit frozen poultry remains intact at temperatures near freezing. The outer bag resists moisture and ice, aiding the drying process. Judge Betz says a local fund transfer supports road improvements. A Kennett Square mushroom center is noted amid farm updates.

Lia — Coast Gallipolis Common Pleas Robert M. Betz Adison Gestalt

River traffic reports chaotic at Gallipolis and Kanawha Falls

Fragmentary river traffic bulletin notes upbound and downbound movements on the Ohio and Kanawha rivers near Gallipolis, Pomeroy, and Point Pleasant. Gauge readings at Montgomery and Chambersburg show 183 and 94 feet, with various vessels and cargos listed in scattered times.

Gallipanish Mondas Pittsburgher Ranger Criss, Jr Southern 94 George ‘. Price Gallipolis Jeffboat Soho George W. Bann HE Jones Ohio River Montgomery

Bratt Reappointed to Gallia County Relief Commission

H. H. Bratt of Cheshire has been reappointed to a five year term on the Gallia County Soldiers Relief Commission by Common Pleas Judge Robert M. Betz. The appointment follows a recommendation from John P. Edwards Camp 112 United Spanish War Veterans.

Gallipolis Miram Howe Bratt Cheshire Gallia County

Carl Ward Dies at 61 After Illness in Ohio Town

Carl Ward a 61 year old resident of Cheshire Township died after a long illness. Born May 15 1804 at Eno he lived in Gallia County most of his life and worked at Point Pleasant Warehouse for 12 years. He served in World War I with Ohio's 3rd Division and was a member of La Tayello Post 27 American Legion. Survived by six children and two siblings, funeral arrangements pending.

Immons Garis Ward Sieven van Bidwell Eno Chester Ward Ryger Jenkins Hazel) McCoy Pliny Ward van Zant Cheshire Township Columbus ‘Sta Hospital Point “Pleasant Mildred Jones Gallipolis Miller's

Gallipoli and civic groups in fall season meeting notes

Daughters of the American Revolution hold first fall meeting with Mrs Elias Wetherholt hosting. Papers on Constitution Week and graves of Revolutionary soldiers are noted. Kanauga PTA elects Evelyn Morrow as president and outlines officers and committees for the year including a Halloween party plan with prizes.

Gallirveas Daughters of the Ameream Revonstic Elias Wetherholt Claude Msane Nelson Monet Sirs Howard Brannon Catherine Hayward J. S. Clark Anna Simmerman Eisenhower Mire le R Kananga Helen Litchfield Max Hunt Vs. Hunt Williams Kitss Mitchell Ensminger PTA

Local Society Notes From Gallipolis and Beyond

Society columns report five admissions at Greenbrier Military Academy Lewisburg West Virginia and Greta Thomas enrolling at Ohio Wesleyan University as a freshman. Mrs Tony Brunhardt visits Reading Pennsylvania and Portsmouth for Daughters of the American Revolution events while Greta Thomas, daughter of Mr and Mrs T A Thomas, starts at college. Mrs Ward Ingens and daughters Alice and Jule return to St Joseph Michigan after visiting Mex Virgil Martin's mother.

Gallipolis Jimmy Foster Greenbrier Military’ Academy Lewisburg W. Va Howard Spaulding Fd Thomas Lower Ave Miami Fla Tony Brunhardt Reading Portsmouth Daughters of the American Revolution LH. Nelson Moses T. Epling

Mollet says world not ready for world government

French socialist and president of the Consultative Assembly of the Council of Europe Guy Mollet told an Oberlin College audience that the world is not yet ready for world government. He outlined a path to unity through co existence ration and eventual integration.

Oberlis Ohio Guy Mollet Consultative Assembly The Council of Europe

Left of Center Accuses Three Drivers in Gallipolis Case

Municipal Judge William Janes heard three defendants on a left of center charge. Thomas Frost, 31, of Cheshire faced $10 and costs. John Cheney, 33, of Kipolis and Seybert Javvis, Route 1, Northup forfeit $25 bond each.

Left of Center Gallipolis Wiliam Janes Monde Thomas Frost Cheshire John Cheney Kipolis Seybert Javvis Northup

Resignations and Weekend Visits Highlight Local Notes

Larry Birch resigns from Farmers Bank and Savings Co in Pomeroy to enter University of Akron. Numerous dinner guests and weekend visits occur across Columbus, Ripley, Wadsworth, Chillicothe, Ravenswood, and Gallipolis with names including Mrs. Lie Terri, Mrs. Alice Euler, John Gunther, Eloise Bell, Kathryn Gunther, Stella Parsons, La vinia Simpson, W. B. Cross, Siby Mites, Mollie Suck, Mayford Harris, Bryan Harris, Perron Morrison, and auctioneer appointment for Common Pleas Judge Betz in Gallipolis.

Racine Larry Birch Ers Bank and Savings Co Pomeroy University of Akron C. M. Johnson Minneapolis Tom Terrell Rockings James Ler Middleport Henry Ler Lie Terri Alice Euler Alice Euler of Rocksprings. Mrs. Kathryn Gunther John Eloise Bell Cincinnati Laura Robert Knightstep Alice of Clumbus Wilk Jaccaud Wadsworth Homer Jaccaud Columbus W. B. Cross Lee Jackson Linda Chillicothe Jackson Siby Mites Mollie Suck Ation Mimlah Morris Parkersburg Perron Morrison Agit Morrison Columb Red Ste "Morrion Asters Aire Owen Watson

Speeding Is Charged in Weekend Municipal Fines

A Galipolis Post report notes speeding charges and bonds for several residents. Frankel of Canton posted 20 dollars bond for appearance next Saturday. Pomeroy and Rutland residents faced fines and bonds, with others fined and costs by Middleport and Gallipolis officials.

Semanaonas Charen Galipolis Post Brac Ichway Storton S. Frankel Canton Pomeroy Mcb Nvon Ditford H. Owens Robert Bugor Middleport Costa Hobinson Homer Russet Columbus Sidney T."ruwel Gharies Rutland Gallipolis Wiliam Sanes

Casserole Ideas for an Easy Supper

A readable note suggests a quick chicken casserole using pre cooked chicken or leftovers with rice. A white sauce seasoned with marjoram and cheddar adds flavor, with buttered bread cubes and extra cheese on top for a finishing touch. Milk served with the meal aids relaxation and a restful night.

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Parking Cited On Highways by Gallipolis Officers

Gallipolis reports by State Highway Patrol show multiple citations for parking on the highway. Individuals named include Charles R. Smith of Pomeroy, Doren G. Lee of Middleport, Charles J. Baker of Racine, Deryle Northup of West Columbia, Gerald JG. Simpson of Pomeroy, Clarence A. Davie of Mason, Robert Grueser of Minersville, Charles A. Silgan of Athens, Charles Gillen of Pomeroy, and James M. Sullivan of Middleport. Mayor Robinson imposed fines with costs suspended in several cases.

Gallipolis State Highway Patrol Charles R. Smith Pomeroy Ef, Robinson Doren G. Lee Middleport Charles J. Baker Racine Deryle Northup West Columbia Robinson Gerald JG. Simpson Clarence. A. Davie Mason Robert Grueser Minersville Charles A. Silgan Athens Charles Giilten James M. Sullivan Middle Port

Marriage Licenses Filed in Gallia County Probate Court

List of upcoming marriage license applications in Gallia County includes Thomas Harlow West of Addison and Erma Avonette Roush of Addison with details of addresses and parentages, along with multiple other couples such as Clyde Emerson Clark and Evelyn Ethel Rhodes both of Oak Hill, and Joseph G Batt Jr and Eleanor Jane Freleaven linked to Vin Lon, all noting ages and parental lines as recorded by the Gallia County Probate Court.

Gallia Thomas Harlow West Addison Erma Avonette Roush Thomas J Annie Arnett West Alva and Wilona Sheets Fellure Clyde Emerson Clark Northup Evelyn Ethel Rhodes Gallipolis Parker Carter Clark Albert Gladys Casto Rhodes Roy England Oak Hill Helen Mae Simson Oak Hl Francis Isa Pearl van Pelt England Ray Nora Winden Landers Joseph G. Batt, Jr Eleanor Jane Freleaven Lon Nurse J. G and Anna [Klein "Batt Arthur and Evelyn Huntley Treieaven G. Carl Pauley, Jr Point Pleaaant Helen Victoria Butterfield J.C. and Bernarder’ Pauley Volya Virginia Gilbert Francis Hunt Minerva’ Laborer Shirley Mae Gillenwater Bladen William and

Gallia County Court News Divorces and contempt actions listed

Gallia County Common Pleas docket shows numerous divorce and alimony filings plus contempt decisions. Judges order payments for support and attorney fees, approve separation agreements, and modify child custody. Several cases mention gross neglect of duty, cruelty, and property settlements amid ongoing pendings.

Gallia County Court News Gallipolis County Common Pleas Kent Lane James Igomery Spaulding Nex Tredway James Tred- Friend Paul Kent Fordiway Dollie Fowler Vorce Crit Dy Ora Barry Stanley Barr Robert McBeth Colin Bett Brown Ines Pearl Barker Ernest Beta Sarah Matilda Starr Vera Grisso Helen Betz Robert Max Betz Homer Betz Alnett Betz Edith Duckworth Bel Best Spears Penneney Bi Sherritt Edward Mullins Tudge Betz Ella Smithgainst Harry L. Smith State of Ohio Alvena’ Martin Lewis Jack Swain Swain Late of Ohio George Tackett Ohio ‘Penitentiary Betz Lulu Ely Wes Ely Plaintife Wes’ Tavern Harry Clinton Reynolds Mary” Myrtle [Reynolds Mary Myrtle Smith la “Maskins Glen Haski Ourt Verlin “Swain Ferrell Montgomery Clarence Bickers Wilda Bickers

Dee Smith Draws First Pick In Gallia Ticket Sale

In Gallipolis, Dee Smith drew the first of 108 membership cards for the Gallia downtown coaches club at a drawing held in IAHS upstairs study hall. He secured four seats on the 50 yard line in row six, with 156 tickets remaining in the 450 seat reserved section as sales continued at Park Central Hotel.

Mia Sheldon Parks

Man From Lexington Jailed For DUI In Gallipolis

Earl Boswell, 38, of Lexington Kentucky, was sentenced by Municipal Judge William S. Jones in Gallipolis after operating a vehicle while intoxicated. He received five days in jail, a $50 fine plus costs, and six months suspended Ohio residence. Additional $10 fine and costs were imposed on a separate operator's license charge.

Gallipolis Highway Patrol Earl Boswell Lexington William S. Jones Ohio

Also Mentioned on This Page

Gallipolis School Board Phila Dolphin Kennett Ame Cape Bill Stump Semet Ernestine Peace Aztec Island Creek Orleanian H. H. Bratt Relief Commission Carl Ward Iilne Alomar Kay Windsor Goldstein Leavy Gallipoli S Society Ine Common "Pleas Jusge Wedd Swain Dee’ Smith Ford Ferguson Tractor Allis-Chalmers Dearborn Mo Ferguson Corey Ford Ferguson Ford John Deere Aorde Bill Reese Sycamore Gallipolis Wiedemann Meg
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