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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1927

Page

12

Mrs S N Hobson Celebrates Ninety First Birthday

Mrs S N Hobson, the oldest resident of Athens, asserts the United States has no business in China or Nicaragua as she marks her 91st birthday. A Quaker with roots to William Penn, she reflects on foreign policy, the filibusters of state and national legislatures, and her civic life with the Pallas Woman's Club.

S. N. Hobson Pallas Club Athens Planear Hobson Shere- Athens Porter Marie Wey Mra William Penn Allyway The Wert Sue William the Conqueror Ohio Holt Iison Eng- Athens New Lis Columbiana County United States China Nicaragua Pallas Clu Setore Boeing

Exhibition of Eighteen Valuable Paintings Arrives at University

A collection of eighteen valuable paintings loaned from the Metropolitan Museum of New York will be exhibited in the Ling Arts Building at Ohio University for ten days beginning May 2. Admission is free. Miss Marie Louise Stahl head of the art department notes the show will be open to schoolchildren with teachers but not in large groups. The exhibit includes works by Leighton and other noted artists and is expected to attract wide attention from critics and the public.

Metropolitan Museum of New York Ohty University University Ling Arts Marie Louise [Stahl College of Arts Sir Joulu Hoppner Sir Hearn

Ohio University Orchestra Makes First Public Appearance

The Ohio University Orchestra will make its first public appearance this year with about forty members directed by W. Ingerhani, violin associate. The ensemble will perform a home concert and additional rehearsals are planned for the faculty and students.

Ohio University Orchestra Ohio Univer W. Ingerhani Associacy Durin Eocure Nes Pyiee Aig Univer Ani

Flood Relief Funds Sought By Athens County Chapter

A telegram to M. Gill, chairman, requests citizens' donations to the Red Cross Mississippi food relief fund. Athens National Bank and Bank of Athena to receive deposits. the chapter will meet to plan aid for flood sufferers. President Coolidge calls for rapid, generous giving as 75,000 homeless seek emergency care.

Cimzens O Athens County Red Cross Mississippi Food Relief Fund M. Gill James L. Feiser Washington Athens National Bank Bank of Athena Loc Coolidge Profle

Catholics in America fund drive total revealed in New York

A New York report shows a large national Catholic fundraising effort, with figures approaching a million in contributions. The piece notes a Sunday drive and linked groups and pledges to support a broadfare program led by a religious association.

America East West New York Ny York Catha Omni Pation Ibeen Jolie Burenes

Mothers Honored in Yearly Feature at Local Paper

A local editor highlights Mrs. William Jordan and other mothers in a Mother's Day feature. The piece notes Mrs. Jordan, 59, Circle HH, with fifteen children, eleven living, prompting questions about family size compared to the valley.

William Jordan Circle HH Iny Valley Mont Ok

Man in Glouster Fined on Liquor Charge in Court

Benjamin Miller of Glouster was fined 200 plus costs in probate court after Friday night arrest by federal and state officers and a guilty plea. Peter Gibbs of Glouster also arrested. Gibbs faces charges of possessing and selling intoxicating liquor and will be tried next Wednesday before Judge Mrs. Jank Gibbs. The raid, led by Judge H. T. Phillips and officials including H. A. Sines, deputy Yates, and deputy Seiber, targeted a building owned by Gibbs housing a restaurant and poolroom run by Miller.

Benjamin Miller Glouster Federal Atate Miller Peter Gibbs Grousier Gibb Jank Gibbs Lily Nell M. Johnnson Lend Columbuus C. €. Barker H. T. Phillips H. A. Sines J. Cy Yates H. A. Seiber Sines Gibbs

Funeral services for Mrs. Harry North held at home

Funeral services for Mrs. Harry North who died Thursday at her Spring street home will be conducted at 2 this afternoon by Rev. Selah Weatherby at her brother Herb E. Lent’s residence 18 Clark street. Burial follows in Hebbardsville cemetery with First Methodist Church young married people’s class assisting as pallbearers and singing.

Harry North Spring Street Herb E. Lent Clark Street Selah Weatherby Hebbardsville First Methodist Church

Nelsonville Club Hosts Benefit Bridge Among Local Guests

Thirteen tables filled for a benefit bridge at the American Legion home. Prizes went to Mrs Will-Louise and Mrs Joan Zeller Jr with trophies awarded to top players. Guests included Mrs Alva Tolinson and daughter and relatives from Chillicothe and Columbus.

W. BR Homie Hyron E Ae Sesan TH. Figgins Eugene Metlinger Columbus Harve Lines Alev Nelson Pommcaine Peoman Alva Tolinson Will-Louise Jim Mills Joan Zeller Chillicothe

Janes Downig Guests of Mr and Mrs Robs and Son

Mr and Mrs Robs host Mr and Mrs Janes Downig at their Raceland Ey home. The gathering includes Al and their son, with informal plans noted and hospitality extended for the visit.

Janes Downig Raceland Mr. and Dire Robs al and Son

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