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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1927

Page

6

Delegation from First Christian Church Visits Green's Run

A delegation from the First Christian church of Chauncey traveled to Green's Run Christian church for an evening revival. The Rev G B Courtney of Chauncey and Rev W F Nuzum of Columbus were noted. an evangelistic campaign was mentioned.

Green Chauncey First Christian Church Green’s Run Christian Church G. B. Courtney Chauny W. F. Nuzum Columbus Evangelistic

Red Men Extended To Local Lodge For School

Madock ribe No 277Improved Order of Red Men has been extended an invitation to attend the district school of Red Men in Marietta Ohio on Saturday 30 lodges from Athens uecey Murray City Nelson le Jacksonville Gibisonville Marshfield Glouster Pomeroy and Marietta are slated to be represented C W Slater of Manhattan Tribe No 35 Marietta says a strong program is planned Also Mr and Mrs George Williamson and daughter Jo Ann Charles S Brad field Jr and Mrs G B Courtney and children visited Mrs S P Tinklepaugh in Middleport where her illness is improving

Chauncey Madock Ribe Red Men Marietta Ohio Athens Uecey Murray City Nelsonle Jacksonville Gibisonville Marshfield Glouster Pomeroy C. W. Slater Manhattan Tribe

Chauncey Personal Notes Highlight Local Visits

Chauncey residents report visits and moves with several local figures hosting and traveling. Mr. and Mrs. George Fraser and three sons from Glen Ebon visited Mount street hosts the Stanleys. Donald Figging returned from Chauncey to Columbus after a visit. Mrs. Roy Pendergrass hosted Mrs. Clarence Hoskins in Jerseyville. Fred Smith and Arnold Smith traveled to West Virginia. The Stanleys entertained Donald Figgins and Ray Pendergrass at dinner.

Chauncey George Fraser Glen Donald Figgins Ray Pendergrass

Death of Mrs Hannah La Follett in Trimble Area

Mrs Hannah La Follett widow of Isaac La Follett died Tuesday at the home of Mrs Stotneburner near Trimble. Funeral services are set for Friday at 2 PM at Mound Hill church by Rev F E Roberts. Burial will follow in Mound cemetery. The show is managed by Paul Brown, known to local theatergoers.

Glouster Hannah Laoollett Isaac LaFollett Stotneburner Trimble Mound Hill Church F. E. Roberts Mound Cemetery Paul Brown

Drilling Continues at Glouster Gas and Oil Well

Glouster and Gas company continues operations on the Stoecklein farm well. Last week the bore reached Berensand at 1 050 feet with oil indications and gas shows prompted a deeper search into the second sand. In nearby Chesterhill, gas is mainly in the second Berea about 60 feet below the first. The local well ran 60 feet deeper without oil or gas, and plans call for another 100 feet of drilling.

Glouster Glouster and Gas Company Stoecklein Berensand Chesterhill Berea

Leadbetter Anniversary Celebrated at Lead Residence

About 40 attended the party at the Lead residence on Braun Street to mark Mr and Mrs Leadbetter twenty wedding anniversary. The evening featured games contests and refreshments. The couple received several gifts and heartfelt thanks were given for their long union. Glouster April 13 news notes the Eagles minstrels show at the opera house was postponed due to cast member absences.

W. W. Lead Glouster Eagles’ Minstrels Thursda Opera House

Silden Tops Pinehurl y in North South Tennis Meet

William Tilden and Emmett Pare of Georgetown University won honors in the North South tennis tournament in Washington. Tilden defeated J P Stockton 6 0 6 3, Pare won with Tilden in doubles against Sam Har and P B Larkin 6 3 6 2.

Silden Pinehurly D. C William Tilden Emmett Georgetown University Tilden J. P. Stockton Conn Pare Sam Harand P Larkin

Terris Knocks Out Merman in Third Round Victory

Sid Terris of New York knocks out Babe Merman of York in the third round of a ten round bout. Wilson arbo, a Cleveland middleweight, earns a technical knockout over Jimmy Darrah of Akron in the same rounds.

Terris Cleveland Sid Terris New York Babe Merman York Wilson Arbo Middie Jimmy Darrah Akron

Shade Wins Ten Round Decision In Chicago Bout

Dave Shade of California defeated Krug from Harrison New Jersey in a ten round decision at Chicago. Meyer of Philadelphia beat Tillie Herman by foul in the third round.

Clergymen to Exchange Pulpits Thursday Evening

The Reverend Roberts of the Church of Christ and the Reverend Browning of the Methodist church will exchange pulpits for the sermon on Thursday evening. Services at each church will begin promptly at 7 30 oclock.

Glouster Roberts Church of Christ Browning Methodist Church

Child Dies of Heart Leakage in Glouster

Bernadine Smith a T year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Fred Smith of Jacksonville died Tuesday from leakage of the heart in Glouster Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 pm at Redtown church with Mrs Kenney of Athens in charge Burial will follow at Russell cemetery near Jacksonville

Midweek Radio Highlights From Madame Angot to The Seven Last Words

National Light Opera Company presents Madame Angot from 1793 Paris on WEAF and partner stations. The Seven Last Words of Christ by Theo DuBois airs on WOO Philadelphia. multiple cities feature concerts, lectures, and orchestra programs through WTAM WLS WLW WSAT WWJ WEAO and others.

Madame Angot National Light Opera Company WEAF WLIT WRC WCAE WGY of Christ Theo DuBois WOO Philadelphia

Social Roundup in Sharpsburg and Nearby Towns

Sharpsburg residents and guests gathered Sunday visiting each other at several homes. Birthday celebrations occurred for Andrew Jr. Coleman. Families from Clarksburg Ellensboro and Chesterhill visited, and a funeral for Perley Sedwick was held in Harmon. Local bake sale benefits by the Ladies Aid, and illness discussions circulated as travelers moved between Philo Ironton Pennsville and Baltimore.

R. C. Bardin Anna Gilchrist W. W. Ogg D. W. Brill Perley Sedwick Harmon Billy Goddard Chesterhill Harry Ironton Sharpsburg Bessie Rardin A. Z. Penrose Pennsville Abraham Gifford Baltimore

Thompson and Rardin Family Visit Hospital in Parkersburg

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Thompson and Mrs. Bessie Rardin traveled to Parkersburg on Sunday to visit R. C. Rardin in the local hospital.

Arthur Thompson Bessie Rardin Parkersburg R. C. Rardin

Ohio State Tops Ohio Wesleyan 5 2 In Tennis Meet

In Columbus Ohio State University defeated Ohio Wesleyan University 5 to 2. State won four of the five singles matches while each team won one doubles contest.

Columbus U.R Ohio State University Ohio Wesleyan State

Olive Tablets Offer Liver Bowel Support

Dr Edwards Olive Tablets described as a vegetable compound with olive oil, a substitute for calomel, to improve yellow complexion, dull appetite, and lazy feeling. They supposedly act on the liver and bowels to start bile, with no dangerous after effects. Available in 30c 60c sizes from all druggists.

Funeral Held for Miss Nora Johnson in Hockingport

Miss Nora Johnson was mourned at a Saturday funeral service held at her home in Hockingport with additional services at her sister's home in Parkersburg. Dr. Anderson of the First Methodist church offered a brief eulogy noting the blessing of those who die in the Lord. relatives from afar included Dr. F. I. Johnson of New York City.

Nora Johnson E. L. Davidson Parkersburg Hockingport Anderson First Methodist Church Miss Johnson F. I. Johnson New York City

A Pretty Frock Pattern 5745 for Girls

A pattern labeled A Pretty Frock 5745 offers a front fullness feature and a small cap extension at the arm eye. It is cut in sizes 16 18 and 20 years with yardage details for 18 years including 3 percent yards of 32 inch material and a contrasting material for cap extensions and belt. The dress width at lower edge measures 1 percent yard. Pattern mailed upon receipt of 15 cents in silver or stamps.

Coughs Stopped Almost Instantly Thoxine Promise

A physician’s Thoxine claim relieves stubborn coughs quickly and soothes sore throats. It targets inflammation and irritation, with no dope or harmful drugs. Safe for children, pleasant tasting, and money back if not effective. Prices 35c 60c and $1.00 at all druggists.

Funeral service notes in Athens area

The report references a funeral with Rev. Harvey Dye of Coolville and burial in Hockingport cemetery. Attendees include Miss Johnson’s friends, Miss Gertrude Humphrey, Mrs. Emma Barber of Clay County West Virginia, and Lew Humphrey’s family. Other items mention insurance business and farm bureau meetings in Athens, plus various visits among local residents.

Gertrude Humphrey Cedar Rapids Harvey Dye Coolville Hockingport Emma Barber Clay County W. Va Johnson Lew Humphrey H. P. Dutton Farm Bureau Athens Dutton Otho Elliott Mary A. ‘Stone Oliver Windon

Wireless message from Philip Veritzen disrupts quiet life

A woman, her husband Dicky, and Mary Graham receive a misrouted wireless from producer Philip Veritzen claiming to be urgent. The note hints at rehearsal plans and new developments, forcing the narrator to feign calm while plotting to delay a meeting. The error saves her from a domestic risk but fuels suspense.

Mary Harrison Dicky Junior Philip Veritzen Europe Graham

Raglan Sleeves Make Return in Spring Silk Coats

Fashion notes that Raglan sleeves are back in silk coats for spring. Some designs feature a cuff opening for the hand several inches above the sleeve end.

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