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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1920
Page
6
Advertisement urges parents to look for the name California on the bottle to ensure the best and most harmless laxative for a child. Claims fruity taste and full directions on each bottle for dosing and usage.
A testimonial from R. Kerns of Hague Avenue recounts three years of pain and inability to work ending after using four boxes of Dr Parker's Treatment. He claims complete recovery and urges others to try it, promising a refund if one box does not help.
The Middleport Amateur Base Ball team beat Cheshire 5 to 3 in ten innings. Powell pitched well striking out 14 and allowing five hits. Jones supported with defense as Middleport rallied with three hits and two runs in the tenth.
Mrs Josephine Bobo formerly of Zaleski Ohio dies at sister Mrs Martha McCoy home at Second and Mill streets Saturday about 7 pm. She had been in poor health and had stayed with Mrs McCoy. The remains go to New Marshfield for burial.
A complaint before Squire Stephen Martin alleges Charles Friend and his wife from Columbus went to Arthur Wise's home on Naylor Run hill to compel Mrs Wise to return to Columbus. They allegedly grabbed her and headed toward town to catch a train. Wise filed a warrant. Mrs Friend faced trespass charges and Mr Friend assault on his mother Ella Wise. They were arrested near Sacred Heart church and jailed. a Tuesday hearing was scheduled.
Mrs R. Faris hosted the Shakespeare Club this afternoon with a group of members in attendance. The club meeting time has been changed to 1 30 in the afternoon.
Following the death of presiding judge E. F. Jones in Maynard No. 3 mine, Everett C. Mason was appointed to fill the vacancy at the Silver Run precinct election offices. The change assigns Mason to oversee the upcoming voting duties.
The Pomeroy High School field meet is set for Rock Springs Fairgrounds on Monday May 11. For the first time, the girls will compete in the field meet among themselves on the same date.
Frank Foley left for Detroit on a business trip yesterday. Mrs. James Clifford returned from Corning after a visit there. Ernestine Wagner of Syracuse left for a short visit at Charleston. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Pierce of Naylors Run visit Athens. Mrs. L. F. Roush and daughter Bessie plan to make Asheville home. Mrs. W. G. Wright returned to Columbus after relatives. Charles and Will McQuigg returned to Los Angeles after visiting their father John. Mrs. A. M. Koehler and Mrs. Geo. Hutchinson with two children visited and returned to Logan. Mr. John Burns injured his foot at the foundry recently. D. F. Will returned to Columbus from visiting his parents. Miss Ruth Stone visited Hartford and returned to Dayton with A. C. Rea and family.
Fred Cartwright aged 47 of West Columbia was instantly killed Sunday evening when the contents of a shotgun he was carrying discharged. The accident details and circumstances remain unclear.
A Chester West Virginia resident endorses Nerv Worth a family tonic sold in East Liverpool Ohio area drugstores. The nurse Worth claim cites stomach relief better appetite and stronger health after flu and urges keeping a bottle handy. Local pharmacies and agents listed include McKees Athens Nel sonville Glouster Albany and Jacksonville.
A man identified as Mr. Cartwright killed himself with a gun after leaving the house to "kill some rats." The family did not hear the shot and only learned of the tragedy when his body was found later that evening. He is survived by a wife and several children.
Monday April 26 marked the start of cleanup week as a light rain fell throughout the day. Residents prepared tools and gathered at local sites to begin communal efforts.
Jonas, 60, was instantly killed at Hobson Maynard mine No. 3 when a huge bell shaped slate fell. He suffered multiple fatal injuries. Married with a family, his son died in an automobile accident last year. Jonas was a county Democratic central committee member and would have presided at the polls.
A young man reportedly lost about $50 in a Sunday craps game in the second ward. His mother notified the authorities, but before deputies could round up the crowd the players fled, making a clean getaway.
An advertisement touts Mayr's Wonderful Remedy promising a safe diet based on cabbage and sausages. It claims the product cured a woman’s ailments after doctors advised surgery, and promises money back after one dose. The copy notes the remedy removes catarrhal mucus and reduces inflammation in the stomach liver and intestines. McKee Drug Co. and druggists nationwide are listed as sellers.
Alumni banquet at Hotel Shirkey featured a pink and white decor and a three course dinner for over fifty attendees. John Williams served as toastmaster before guests moved to Odd Fellows hall for a social hour. Juniors stage June, seniors present Uncle Sam operetta, and local groups plan events through May.
A physical culturist mounts spring and weight exercising machines in a human figure with handles enclosed in the hands, aiming to attract children to the apparatus.
A young wife writes of intense love for a rival, claiming lifelong devotion to the married man. The advisor warns against violence, urges honesty with her husband, and suggests separation to resist temptation and protect the soul.
A nineteen year old seeks advice on loving a girl his family disapproves of, including how to develop a coarser voice and handle gossip. The columnist urges patience, schooling, and later marriage, noting time will solve the issue and suggesting sports to bolster confidence.
Chinese charge d affaires Hung Kwai, interim in Washington, paid respects to new Secretary of State Bainbridge Colby. He was photographed after his call wearing up to date Western clothes.
In Toledo Ohio Mrs. Bb M Walker describes thinning blood causing headaches insomnia and indigestion. After using Dr Williams Pink Pills for two weeks she reports improved color strength sleep and mood and recommends the remedy to friends. Drugstore sales and mail order available with a free booklet.
For years druggists have tracked the record of Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root the kidney liver and bladder medicine. It is a physician s prescription and strengthens the kidneys liver and bladder. Swamp Root has stood the test of years and is sold by all druggists on its merit. It should help you. To test send ten cents for a sample bottle to Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton NY and mention the Athens Messenger.
Washington April 27 The Senate increased the rivers and harbors bill totals to 24 million dollars on Senator Harrison's motion. After House passage set at 12 million, the Senate committee raised it to 20 million. A further 4 million was proposed for rivers, but a 7 million option failed after Reed's motion.
Athens resident A. R. Ely recounts dull kidney ache and sharp back pains. After using Doan's Kidney Pills he reports complete relief and ongoing good health, recommending the remedy sold at 60 cents by Foster Milburn Co of Buffalo, New York.
Houstonia claims to reach the source of trouble rather than just surface irritation. The advertises penetrates stiff muscles and joints without burning or blistering, easing backache lumbago sore throat and chest congestion with a mild nch or menthol scent. Available from the Dr J C Jones Company in Charleston Ohio at 25 50 cents and 1 00.
Ida M Lahugh born March 14 1867 in Dover Township Athens County Ohio died April 20 1920 near Athens after 53 years in the county Married to J M Lahugh June 24 1889 they had three daughters She was active in the Church of Christ at Chauncey and a devoted wife mother and neighbor Survived by husband three daughters her mother three sisters two brothers and three grandchildren The family memorializes her as faithful to duty and faith and praises her for strength and service in God’s name
Farmers meeting at Coolville attended by E A Dutton family and Ira Conley party. Julian Adams from Marietta visited H E Adams family. Ira Conley’s barn hit by lightning Tuesday. Six Hockingport High graduates listed: Gertrude Buchanan Hilda Randolph Naomi Foster Frank Hi dare Theodore Hi dare George Shaffer. Gardens and truck patches damaged by heavy rain. Michael Moore family ill with measles. Buckley of Parkersburg and Ethel Parker of Parkersburg guests. Ada Taylor and E K Parker hosts. W E Bingham Roy Clark Ireland visit Ira Conley. Lawrence Taylor Sisterville visited his mother Jenny Taylor.
The Lahugh family expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for help after the passing of their wife and mother. They thank Rev Murch the singers and others for the floral offerings. John M Lahugh and children.
Paramount Artcraft presents the feature film On With the Dance produced by George Fitzmaurice starring Mae Murray and David Powell. It premieres at the Athens Opera House this Thursday Friday and Saturday of the week.
Mrs. Summers offers Chronicure as a home remedy for rheumatism lumbago and neuralgic pains claiming relief without climate changes. It aids nature by cleansing and toning the system and free trial information is available from The Summers Medical Co. South Bend Indiana.
A Florina dispatch via Athens reports Essad Pasha supporters have toppled the Albanian government at Tyrinia near Croia and seized several small towns, indicating a major political shift in the region.
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