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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1930
Page
3
NelsonvilleYork Township notices list contact for classified ads to Mrs Inez J Evans and circulation inquiries to 412 W. Readers are urged to telephone this line for society locals and related services.
The Old Timers defeated the Ohio River team from Little Hocking 8 to 6 on Buchtel ground. Pitchers Dilcher and Christian held the rivals after an early four-run burst by Litt le Hocking, as the veterans ran their season record to 29 games with five losses and inviting more challengers.
Mr and Mrs John Barrows and family along with Mr and Mrs Paul Dunn Mr and Mrs Forest Dunn Mr and Mrs J M Ballou Mr and Mrs O J Ballou Zanesville and Mrs Joe Reynolds Adisson Michigan were guests of Mr and Mrs Wesley Six Carbondale at dinner Sunday The group then visited Ash Cave and Old Man's Cave.
The Business Girls' Class of the Christian Sunday School will hold a picnic at Crystal Springs Thursday evening. Members are asked to meet Thursday at 5 30 at the home of Miss Elise Grammer on Fayette Street.
The Martha Class of the Methodist Sunday School met Monday evening at Mrs. Joe Davis home with assisting hostesses Mrs. Elizabeth Davis Mrs. Harry Jackson and Miss Bertha Nixon. President Mrs. Clarence Butts led the business session. Refreshments were served during the social hour to 20 members and three guests.
Merrill Cox of Dayton visits his parents. Beulah Haybrow Ruth Montgomery Ralph Copeland and Dave Johnson of Columbus join Mrs. George Lowrey and Mrs. William Lash for a Sunday gathering. Edna Hunter and W T Parks visit Miss Phebe Clements. Several families reunite in Concord West Virginia.
Miss Treva Shaw celebrated her 20th birthday Sunday at her parents’ home on Scott Street. A pink and white themed noon dinner featured a large cake with 20 lighted candles as the centerpiece. Guests included Harold Shaw of Akron Earl Michael of Columbus Helen Shaw Elmer Dowler and Emory Shaw Jr.
Class 21 of the Methodist Church taught by Mrs. Florence Coakley will meet Thursday evening at the home of Mrs. Harry Hartley on Jackson Street. Assisting hostesses are Mrs. Walter Lines Mrs. Earl Weiss and Mrs. John Fick.
Mrs. Harry Sisson and son Don joined Mrs. Rena Burdette and daughter Ruth with Ferrell and Harry Dalton from Columbus. Also along were Mrs Ed Burdette and daughter Vivian, Mr and Mrs Joe Burdette of Albany, Mrs Emma Blankenship, Miss Mayme Keplar, James Beard and S. C. Longley for an all day outing at Crystal Springs on Sunday.
Mrs. Emory Shaw at Scott Street will host the W B A Club gathering Friday evening inviting all members to attend.
Nelsonville council adjourned after citizens gave divergent views on improving State Route 31 under state supervision. The ordinance remains on second reading while supporters debate canal route, Chestnut Street, and Poplar Street options. Service Director argued for a future public hearing after state appropriation. Two ordinances were adopted under suspension of rules, including one penalizing vagrancy.
Sept 16 notices announce funeral services for Theodore Toby Travis a longtime Nelsonville resident who died after an operation at Grant Hospital Columbus. The services will be held Thursday at 2 pm at the home of his sister Mrs J P Myers in Lewisburg Ohio. Local residents plan to attend.
Near Pay Sand Nelsonville Sept 16 The Union Drilling & Producing Company drilling its No 1 well on the Frank Patton lease East End expects to tap the Clinton sand today or early tomorrow The Wittmer well on Baird Brothers also will be drilled this week in the same field.
Hollywood reports Mrs. Noah Beery, wife of film actor Noah Beery, has vanished from the Beery ranch a week ago. Beery says he exhausted every clue and fears for her fate while noting their separation two years ago and the divorce suit filed then.
The Past Councilors of the Daughters of America will convene Thursday evening in the Junior Hall to conduct important business.
The W. B. A. will meet in their hall Wednesday evening at 7 o'clock with initiation planned. All officers and guards are asked to wear white, and refreshments will be served after the meeting.
Mr and Mrs Walter Keating hosted a family dinner on Kentner Street Sunday with guests including Mr and Mrs John Keating Mr and Mrs Herbert Keating and daughter Mr and Mrs Edgar Green of Columbus Mr and Mrs Charles Ramsey of Pittsburgh Pa Mr and Mrs Will Lewis of Adena Mr and Mrs Tom Hardy and daughter Lucille of Murray City and Mr and Mrs Eddie Keating and son of this city.
The Home Missionary Society of the Methodist Church will meet Thursday afternoon at 2 o clock with Mrs. Carl Coakley of 267 Oak Street. Mrs. Stella Betts serves as assisting hostess and Mrs. Effie Green leads the program while Mrs. Berry Hickman conducts the devotional service.
Athens County sent two rival Democratic delegations to the state convention in Columbus. One group chaired by Mrs. Addie MacCombs from Nelsonville and another led by Michael Collins from Athens both seek recognition as Athens County executive committee. The state central committee will decide which delegation governs in the November election.
Phillip P. LaFollette, 33, son of Fighting Bob, contests the gubernatorial nomination against Gov. Walter J. Kohler, a millionaire manufacturer whose two year administration is his campaign issue. The state primary selects the Republican candidate in Madison.
Southeastern Ohio data from the Carpenter Test Farm led by S C Hartman shows September 27 to 30 sowing yields averaging 25.1 bushels per acre, higher than earlier or later dates. Other 13 year tests show peak yields around late September and late October, with several varieties yielding 32 to 34 bushels. Hartman recommends 300 to 400 pounds of high grade fertilizer per acre and six full pecks of seed for best results.
Bucyrus reports the murder case of Ray McCartney 24 Mansfield proceeds with only the thirteenth juror to be selected Tuesday in the fatal shootout during a Gal ton gas station holdup. Judge J Walter Wright presiding as proceedings continue.
Athens County Township Trustees Association will meet at the Athens County Courthouse at 1 30 o clock Wednesday afternoon to discuss road construction programs and relief for the poor.
Athens City Council authorized Safety Director Frank Woodworth to obtain prices for durable water proofed canvas firefighting suits for nine volunteer firefighters. Mayor Woods noted current gear ruins costly clothing and proposed up to 140 dollars for the set, while council urged price canvassing. The council also backed forming an Ohio Municipal League and urged state action to allow municipal support and delegation travel funds.
Meigs County commissioners postponed a planned Monday session to consider a realty tax reduction after the illness of taxpayers' committee chairman Giles Smith. Additional farmers gathered to learn what steps would be taken next.
Pomeroy reports a growing demand for financial aid to enroll students in the county’s schools this autumn. County Superintendent Wasner warns the need will rise as winter nears, with many children lacking books and clothing required for entry into the schools.
Police report a note found at the Pentecostal Church in Burlingham warned the congregation that the building would be dynamited if services did not stop by Saturday night. The church plane was desecrated and the protracted meeting was interrupted.
Pomeroy faces Cheshire in the season opener at Middleport High School Field. Cheshire shut out Pomeroy last year. Pomeroy recalls six lettermen plus promising new talent for a strong showing. Kickoff is planned for 3:46 p.m.
At the McArthur Saturday fair Henry Armstrong driven by Denney won the pace in 2.14. McKinzey with Ball won the trotting race in 2 16. Vinton County mixed race went to Little Prince owned by Harley Hysel with time 2 80.
The Izaak Walton League convenes its first meeting of the 1930 season at City Hall tonight at 7:80. Members will discuss plans for the fall and winter.
A Sept. report notes no overstepping of bag limits as a large squirrel hunt begins in Meliss County. Many hunters return with empty bags, with most squirrels found near streams where water is available.
Meigs County items report William Stivers taken to St Joseph Hospital in Parkersburg after an ambu lance ride from Pomeroy. Lemuel Bireher and Sugene Biaher jailed for running a street barricade during resurfacing. Hquor found on capture. Multen and Stivers attend State Democratic convention in Columbus. Milas Sybil Ebersbach injures herself with a fall and toe fracture after a day of ill luck. Mrs R D Knight and son Ray visit aunt H M Horton in Pomeroy while en route to Florida. Anna Mae Cook wed Wm F Curiston in Kentucky. Cook formerly with Meigs Farm Bureau. Dr M Daniels noted in Pomeroy.
A car skidded on resurfacing near Lincoln Hill injuring the driver minorly and wrecking the vehicle. Joe Mark’s car wreck occurred on Route 7 near Chester with no serious injuries. The Meigs County Board of Education will meet at the Pomeroy Courthouse next Saturday. The Pomeroy Fish and Game Club received 275 ring necked pheasants for Metan County forests. Mrs Kathrine Rousey leaves for California with her mother and her baby accompanying her.
Miss Ella Perkins of Cincinnati recounts stomach and kidney trouble, heart palpitations, rheumatism and swelling eased after using Konjola. She cites rapid relief after the first dose and recommends six to eight bottles for a fair trial with continued use for best results. Sold at McKee Drug Co in Athens Ohio and by leading druggists locally.
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