Ten Thousand Dollar State Save For Athens Library
A telegram from Senator D H Moore confirms state approval and funding fate for a new forty thousand dollar Athens library. The ten thousand dollar state appropriation must be in the building by May 12, with a thirty day bid period ending May 6, leaving six days to place funds in the structure and start work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. H. Moore
Columbus
University
Andrew Carnegie
Athens
Cincinnati
Cleveland
Moore
Packard
Schoolmasters Hold Conference at Ohio University
The Schoolmasters conference met Friday and Saturday in the college of music chapel at Ohio University. Attendees from across southern Ohio heard lectures by Frederick Treadley, Charles DeGarmo, Alston Ellis, and H. G. Williams on teacher growth, American and European secondary education, normal schools, and mental training. The event, the second since its organization, showcased strong attendance and a productive program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
College of Music
Ohio University
Frederick Treadley
Charles DeGarmo
Cornell University
Alston Ellis
University
System of
Public
State Normal College
Normal College
de Garmo
H. G. Williams
Frank Bean Assaulted in Gallipolis
Frank Bean, a former Athens resident and cigar maker, was badly beaten Sunday in Gallipolis by three McDaniel brothers. He sustained cuts and a head wound requiring ten stitches, though relatives later said his condition was not serious. Bean is the son of Mr and Mrs Kofus Bean of Athens. his brother Will Bean traveled to Gallipolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Bean
Athens
Gallipolis
McDaniel
Bean
Kofus Bean
Will Bean
Galliyolis
Township teachers to observe Arbor Day activities
The Ohio governor designates Friday April 15 as Arbor Day and the Athens Township board of education instructs teachers to spend at least two hours explaining the day’s significance. They will cover Ohio forests, preservation, bird protection, and tree planting, making the exercises engaging and valuable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Board of Education
Athens Township
Sanders Woodworth marriage at Millfield home
Miss Mabel Woodworth and Mr Erwan Sanders were married Sunday evening at the bride’s parents home Rev Newton officiated in the presence of immediate relatives and friends The couple will reside in Millfield The groom works as a clerk at the Modoc company store
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Millfield
Mabel Woodworth
Erwan Sanders
Woodworth
Rev
Newton
A. C. Officers Elected at Monday Meeting
At a Monday night A. C. club meeting officers were elected including F H Dalton as president Edward Schloss as first vice president Edward Walker as second vice president Charles DeMolet as treasurer Clade Logan as secretary Frank Sheldon as sergeant at arms and trustees Edward Schloss and Ralph Dalton The A C club reports membership over eighty.
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A. C. Club
F.H. Dalton
Edward Schloss
Edward Walker
Charles DeMolet
Clade Logan
Frank Sheldon
Fred Baker
Ralph Dalton
National Guard Pay Law Takes Effect
The new law raises guardsmen pay to 25 cents per night for drill and shifts responsibility for lost equipment to the individual. State officials expect savings on supplies as losses are charged against members, with value held from the individual when items are lost or destroyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Guards
National Guard
Athens Council Votes Hose Purchase and Sewer Moves
Athens council and mayor oversee sewer and street matters in a long regular session. One thousand feet of hose ordered for the fire department with plans for a special levy to fund maintenance and return of funds to residents. An ordinance accepts Mill street addition and committees are tasked with sewer, street, and record-keeping reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Logan
Price
Golden
Sayre
Cook
Hedges
Roach
Junod
McVay
Morris Avenue
Mill Street
North High Street
West State Street
High Street
Sewer Committee
J. P. Wood
Race Street
Street Committee
Charles Brown
Mound Street
Athens
Fire Department
Dr and Mrs Bishop to Visit California
Dr and Mrs R F Bishop with an Ohio party will depart the last week of the month for Los Angeles where he will attend the Methodist church national conference as one of six Ohio ministerial delegates. Accompanied by Mrs W H McKee and two children the group includes Dr A H Norcross Dr Levi Gibbert editor W F Holden Rev F McElfresh and Rev W V Dick. Lay delegate Judge H M Sibley also travels. Athens residents raised 158 50 for the trip, a gift that disproves life is not worth living. During California visit Mrs Bishop will see two sisters she has not met in years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. F. Bishop
Los Angeles
Cal
Bishop
the Methodist Church
Ohio
Athens
W. H. McKee
Athens Presbytery to Meet in Nelsonville This Week
Athens Presbytery convenes in Nelsonville starting Monday April 11 and continues most of the week. Delegates from Athens were elected last evening to attend the session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Nelsonville
Knight Templar Easter Service in Athens Commandery
About forty Knight Templars from Athens Commandery No. 15 attended Easter services at a Christian church Sunday at two o'clock. The program included an organ prelude by Prof. J. P. McVey, a violin solo Intermezzo Cavalleria Rusticana by John F. McVey, responsive reading, and the choir’s Hosanna. Rev. Lowe delivered a sermon on the Glory of the Cross, with Mrs. T. L. Lowe singing a solo and several Sir Knights from Nelsonville in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens Commandery No. 15
Christian Church
J. P. McVey
John F. McVey
T. L. Lowe
Lowe
Nelsonville
Colu mbus man travels to visit parents in Glouster
Hom J M Allen of Columbus was in Athens yesterday en route to Glouster to visit his parents Mr and Mrs J J Allen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hom
J. M. Allen
Columbus
Athens
Glouster
J. J. Allen
NOQ Wage Scale Talks in Joint Miners and Operators Meeting
The joint convention of sub district No 1 district No 6 of miners and operators remains in session with no agreement. The scale committee, led by W H Haskins and others, has debated price cuts for loaders and machine men but key points remain unresolved as delegates await a settlement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Haskins
Joseph Richards
Collins
H. A. Lanning
John Gears
Irvin Nanna
Thomas Taylor
Emerson Peart
W.H. Williams
W. H. Little
J. M. Roan D
Thomas, G
Sermon on Origin History and Teachings of the Disciple Church
The Christian church pastor will preach Sunday evening on the origin history faith and teaching of the Disciple church. Athens residents are invited to hear the subject discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
King Reese Marriage in City Hall Ceremony
Miss Emma Reese of Athens and Mr. John F. King of Pittsburg wed in the mayor s office with Justice Logan officiating. The couple will reside in Pittsburg after the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Reese
Athens
John F. King
Pittsburg
Logan
King
Carl Barth Injury After Bicycle Collision
Carl Barth son of Otto and Mrs Barth was bruised Wednesday noon at Court and State streets after colliding with an empty one horse delivery wagon. He was knocked down but escaped serious harm and walked home on North Court Street.
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Carl Barth
Otto Barth
Court and
State Streets
Young Barth
North Court Street
Miss Hughes of Columbus Visits Miss Edith Jones
Miss Hughes of Columbus is spending the week as a guest of Miss Edith Jones of the university.
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Miss Hughes of
Columbus
Edith Jones
University
Prof Higley Honored by West Point Board Appointment
Prof. By O. Higley of Oho University was named to the West Point Military Academy board of visitors by President Roosevelt, joining eleven others. The group includes two U S senators and three representatives. Higley’s selection came via Gen. Grosvenor and will visit the academy in late May.
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O. Higley
Oho University
West Point Military Academy
Roosevelt
Higley
Military Academy
United States
Congress
Gen. Grosvenor
Johnson's Hearing Today on Paternity Charge
James Johnson of York township was arrested Monday and charged with paternity. He was arraigned Tuesday afternoon before Justice Rose, pleaded not guilty, and the hearing was continued to this afternoon at 2 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Johnson
York Township
Justice Rose
Johnson
University Attendance Promises Rising Spring Enrollment
The spring term enrollment at the Ohio university stood at 805 on Tuesday afternoon. Students will continue to arrive over the next four weeks and officials expect at least 350 bona fide students to be enrolled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio University
Sewers Committee Names W. A. Mibbard Superintendent
The sewer committee chosen at Monday’s council meeting selected W. A. Mibbard as superintendent. He will oversee sewer work and serve concurrently as secretary of the board of health. The move aims for economy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Mibbard
Board of Health
Residence Destroyed in Dunn Street Fire
The frame house of James McDonald on Dunn Street burned at about four Friday morning. The family saved a few household goods and some clothing. Loss runs to several hundred dollars with no insurance. Firefighters arrived but could not save the building. likely cause was a gas jet.
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James McDonald
Dunn Street
Residence on College Street Sold for Construction Start
Dr A P White sells his College street residence to his uncle A B White. Demolition of the old brick dwelling begins the first of the month and a double house will be erected on the site once clearance is completed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. P. White
College Street
A. B. White
Resurrection Joy Sermon at Cruc Church Next Sunday
The morning sermon at the church will be on Resurrection Joy after Easter. In the evening the topic will be Why People are not Attend Church. The policy generally is invited to attend the services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Criat Church
Poliiic
Death of Mrs Davis Near Athens
Mrs Susan Davis aged 52 wife of John Davis died Sunday at their home two miles east of Athens from paralysis. Funeral services were held Monday at Canaanville and interment followed at Willow Creek cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susan Davis
John Davis
Athens
Canaanville
Willow Creek Cemetery
Ohio University Receives $40,750 Appropriation
A Columbus telegram reports that Ohio University has been allotted 40750 to fund a new normal building, furnish it, and pay bond interest due next September. The measure is expected to pass the Senate and bolster the university and normal college financially to advance the institution’s planned program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Ohio University
Senate
University
Normal College
Easter market at Presbyterian church brings large social day
C L Poston returned from a southern business trip. Dr A H Gorrell of Zanesville visited yesterday. The Easter market at the Presbyterian church was a financial success and a pleasant social day, bringing in nearly $100.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. L. Poston
South
A. H. Gorrell
Zanesville
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