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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1922
Page
5
A. V. Jenkins a 35 year old P and BR detective confronted Joe Pasic, 50, near Lowellville. Pasic attacked with a club after being told to move on. Jenkins recovered his revolver and shot Pasic three times in the arms. Both men were taken to Youngstown hospital.
Dr Blaine Goldsberry will address the Central Parent-Teachers Association Thursday afternoon April 6 at 3:00 on The Medical Aspect of the School Child. The talk aims to draw a large attendance from parents. Mrs William Andrews will host the Current Events club Thursday evening at 24 Poplar Avenue. Relatives attend a funeral for Mr Isaac Nice in a list of attendees. Hobson Study Circle met with Mrs Oril Carpenter. reports on City Federation, magazine articles, and musical numbers were featured. next meeting set for April 18 at Mrs C W Stone’s home.
Prof Dilley and Dr Scott led the Tuesday club gathering at the Colonial. Mrs W F Copeland chaired as speaker on Reconstruction of Europe. It was the last meeting of the calendar year with many guests in attendance.
The final dance of the series will be held Thursday night at the Armory due to the illness of Mr. H. K. Burson who resides there. Dances have been very popular since the series began last fall and the event will feature summer wearing apparel as a coming out showcase.
Glouster notices seek a girl or middle aged woman to do house work in a family of three. Apply to William Smill at 20 El Street Glouster. Citizens Phone. A paragraph notes a Montgomery Ad vertiser write up of Mrs W H A Striplin recital in Selma with fifty guests present and a reception assisted by her husband and Mr and Mrs A A Alien.
Mr. and Mrs. George Norris and their two children from Athens arrived this morning as guests of Mrs. Norris’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Vernon.
John Price and Frank Yocum traveled to Columbus where Price will have an eye examined that has troubled him for some time. The report states it may be necessary for him to undergo an operation.
Mr and Mrs Tom Noon left this morning for Toledo to visit Mrs Noons parents Mr and Mrs S P Booth. JT B Skinner of Columbus is spending a few days in this city with his son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs JL W Ley. J W Palmer 53 of near McLeish was stricken with acute appendicitis last Monday night and yesterday was taken to a Columbus hospital by his wife and his sister Miss Janie Palmer. No word yet on his condition.
The T. W. T. club surprised Miss Mary Gamwell at her Spring street home on her birthday anniversary. The evening featured music and conversation with refreshments served late. Attendees included Mrs Vera Kenney, Mrs Margaret Bryson, Mrs Mary Kinney, and Misses Marie Harper, Jessie LeFever, Neva Cunningham, La Vera Cox, Elizabeth Binderbasin, and Mary and Margaret Gamwell.
Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Williams plan to relocate to Alliance with household goods loaded on Earl Faires’ transfer truck. They expect to arrive tomorrow while Mrs. Williams stays behind until next week before joining her husband at the new home.
A regular meeting of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union was held yesterday at Mrs. A. A. Gessell's home. During the gathering a membership drive for the organization was planned.
Ex postmaster EB Lash received a fine leather chair Tuesday from Athens post office employees in thanks for his two terms as postmaster. A signed letter from all staff praised his fair, impartial conduct, public dealings, and eight years of service with lasting memories.
Montgomery county world war veterans received only fifty bonus checks in March and none so far in April, according to American Legion officials. Protests have not brought relief and some eligible men face hardship. Further efforts to speed distribution will be pursued.
In medieval thought the cured toothache was treated by applying permeant skin steeped in vinegar. The text notes a folk remedy claiming this preparation could relieve dental pain. It reflects historical beliefs about medical practices and uses period language.
Advice to tired mothers to rebuild strength and normal health by Father John's Medicine described as pure wholesome nourishment. The text claims rapid absorption in a weakened system and emphasizes no stimulants or alcohol.
Athens city hall hosted a plant and shrubbery sale by the City Federation for beautification. The event drew large crowds Tuesday afternoon and was halted as demand exceeded supply, prompting an immediate order for a larger shipment for a Saturday sale at the city hall.
An involuntary petition in bankruptcy was filed in U S district court Tuesday afternoon alleging liabilities of 19 487 904 against the Swift Sure Oil and Transport Company by a group of creditors’ attorneys. The petition makes no claim of assets.
In Chicago on April 5 it was reported the demand for steel rails and railroad equipment at Illinois Steel company mills in South Chicago rose in the last two weeks, exceeding the six months prior, prompting the opening of an additional blast furnace.
President Frank Ledvinka of sub district No. 5 eastern Ohio Mine Workers returned home in Wheeling after his contempt of a coal strike injunction trial in Brooke county West Virginia was postponed at Martinsburg to the May term in Parkersburg.
After eight and a half inches of rain the East Fork Trinity rose to record levels and water broke through a 150000 dollar levee east of Rockwell in seven places, flooding over 7000 acres of reclaimed land.
Representatives of the Illinois Coal Operators' Association will confer in Chicago tomorrow to decide whether to meet United Mine Workers of America delegates in Washington on April 14 as requested by the house labor committee.
Sherman E Violet proprietor of the Cave poolroom at Courtland and State Streets was fined 100 and costs total 137.10 after being found guilty of possessing intoxicating liquor the court deeming it a technical violation since the cider contained more than one half of one percent alcohol Violet claimed buyer and seller were reputable and guaranteed sweetness. Bert Lewis 37 of near Buchtel was arrested on liquor making apparatus charges and two stills were seized with him jailed in Athens.
The remark highlights that while many youths imagine living in hotels, those forced into such shelters face unseen hardships and lack of comfort. The statement contrasts fantasy with the stark, unstable conditions endured by those without stable homes.
A local column blends reflections on warm spring days with a wave of sickness in the community. It notes progress in healing, upcoming events, and a birthday duo, then shifts to a critique of the school bond process and board transparency, urging open public meetings and clearer finances.
At 4:30 PM the Will James home on Firet street triggered a fire alarm. Firefighters arrived late, the fire was out, a defective flue caused roof damage, and no house number hindered locating the scene. Fire Chief Laughlin urged quick house numbering and full details to speed response.
Mrs Hester Haley says she is no longer living with Thomas Haley though he resides under the roof of the house she bought. She states she pays the telephone milk and sewing bills for the baby and herself and that she refused to cook after he ordered the grocer cut credit.
In Daytona Beach on April 5 Sig Haughdahl piloted J Adex Stones hydroplane motor car to break five and ten mile speed records. Five miles completed in 1 56 02 at 162.44 mph while ten miles finished in 3 56 surpassing former marks of 2 00 04 and 4 09 31 set by Milton and DePalme respectively.
Columbus, Apr 5 Charles Gallagher a prominent Columbus druggist and former New Lexington resident was murdered for his money not accidentally killed by a traction car on December 26. Jacob Deckerling 19 confesses that he helped his brother in law Jesse Hazlett in the murder and robbery Hazlett was arrested near Logan yesterday.
Charleston April 5 union officials say no break in ranks while operators claim more former miners are returning to work under the new scale. A. J. Wilson statistician for Kanawha operators reports all 16 mines active yesterday and expected to rise to 20 by tomorrow.
Mrs. Catharine Dais dies at 86 at 20144 West Washington street after long illness. Funeral at 10:30 Thursday at her residence, burial to Chester when roads permit. Survived by two sons B F Dais and Dana. four daughters Mrs A F Russell, Mrs W H Cuckler, Mrs Leonard Eppie, Mrs John Priode. eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Her husband George Dais predeceased her 25 years ago. born in Germany, came to America at 13.
An advertisement promises a free trial of a method to relieve asthma and hay fever at no cost. It targets long standing and recent cases, including hay fever and chronic asthma, regardless of climate, age, or occupation, and urges immediate response with a no postage coupon.
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