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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1907

Page

9

Razing of Historic Athens Property for New Church Begun

Under the direction of Mr. A. E. Mason workmen started Tuesday to raze the historic property bought from Ellsworth Day last spring for 12 000 preparing for the church foundation. The home changed hands through several owners dating back to 1853 and was once a leading local residence before its value is now seen as the lot.

A. E. Mason New Methodist Episcopal Church Ellsworth Day R. H. Stewart M. M. Green Eliakim H. Moore Mr. Norton H. H. Wickham Methodist Church Athens

Personal Mentions From Wednesday's Daily

A string of local personal notes lists residents and visitors in Chauncey Glouster Hamden and nearby areas. Guests include Mrs J H Duffee and Mrs Jearsey of Albany with Mrs W Moler. Mrs W H McKee and daughter Katherine visiting P G Hibbard in Canaanville.

J. H. Duffee John Earsey Albany W. B. Moler Mrs. W. H. McKee Katherine Mrs P. G. Hibbard Canaanville

Called Meeting on Rural and Village Schools at Athens County

A called meeting for teachers and school patrons at Ohio University in Athens County is scheduled for Saturday April 27 to discuss Rural and Village Schools themes. The program features addresses on rural school supervision consolidation and centralization, supervision across townships, and roles of school boards and patrons with free sessions in the morning and afternoon.

Athens County Ohio University Athens F. H. McVay Marshfield Alvin Dille Albany John J. Richeson Centerville Dean H. G. Williams A. H. Dixon Beverly Ohio J. H. Bobo Athens R. D. No. 5 E. D. Sayre Alston Ellis

The Love Plot Behind the Counter

A department store romance unfolds as Johnny Bounce and Lucy Crowfutt fall in love while working near the underwear and hosiery sections. A handsome glove counter rival sparks jealousy, but a whispered proposal leads to marriage and a life bounded by daily routines.

Johnny Bounce Department of Ladies Johnny Lucy Crowfutt Commonprice Miss Crowfutt Lucy Hope Hopkins

Conservatives Victorious in Madrid Elections

April 23 report from Madrid states the chamber of deputies results show the Conservatives winning 260 of 404 seats, with Liberals 63, Republicans and Catalanists 50, and other groups 32. The nationwide tally confirms a sweeping Conservative majority.

Madrid Chamber of Deputies Chamber Republicans and Catalinists

Wages Increased for Athens Hospital Attendants in Ohio Plan

Supt J T Hanson enforces a state hospital wage schedule at Columbus meeting for attendants and night-watches. The plan sets ranges from 20 to 50 dollars for men and 20 to 35 dollars for women with tiered raises in the first year and ongoing increments to 40 to 50 dollars for exceptional service. Old, efficient staff receive a full year boost.

J. T. Hanson Athens Hospital Ohio Columbus Hanson

Clerk Emerson Acquitted On Embezzlement Charge

Columbus Ohio April 24 Special Wire to the Daily Messenger Lawrence E Emerson former clerk of the Chico Supreme Court was found not guilty by the jury after two hours of deliberation The charge alleged embezzlement of 266 belonging to the state If convicted he faced one to seven years The verdict could lead to potential trials on two other indictments from the January term grand jury

Columbus Ohio Daily Messenger Lawson E. Emerson Chico Supreme Court Emerson E. B. Dillon

M W Circle Hosts Mrs Studeron Home Tea

The M W Circle met at Mrs. Herman Studer on College Street Tuesday afternoon. A pleasant time was enjoyed with a two course luncheon. Present were Mrs. H F Link, Mrs. Edward Stocklin, Mrs. C O Moore, Mrs. J R Harvey, Mrs. Chas Secoy, Mrs. James Farick, and hostess. Guest of honor was Miss Edith Stocklin.

M. W Herman Studor College Street H. F. Link Edward Stocklin C. O. Moore J. R. Harvey Chas. Secoy James Farick Edith Stocklin

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