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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1926

Page

2

Young People's Night at Church of Christ Pomeroy

Evangelistic services at the Church of Christ on Main Street in Pomeroy are titled Young People night. The 7:30 pm service features four Ohio University Atheneum alumni providing special numbers, led by Rev Norviel and Rev Reed. sermon by Norviel. A separate note records Mrs Grate injuring her hand in a washing machine wringer, bruised but no bones broken.

Kenneth J. Reed The Christian Church Norviel

Girls to Enter State Shorthand and Typing Contest

Three Pomeroy high school juniors Nesselroad Fleming and Bartells will travel to Bowling Green for the state shorthand and typing contest after winning the sectional event in Portsmouth on April 17. Fleming and Bartells tied for top in shorthand and typing respectively while Nesselroad led typing with an average near forty words per minute. Their escort includes Ruby Stewart, commercial instructor, and C J Rhodes, principal.

Pomeroy Jean Nesselroad Nonga Fieming Bowling Green Charlotte Bartells Portsmouth Miss Fleming Miss Nesselroad Miss Bartells Nesselroad Ruby Stewart Pomeroy High School C. J. Rhodes

Woman Injures Hand in Wringer Incident

A woman on Upper Third Street, Mrs. Grate, was injured when her hand was caught in a wringer. The accident occurred in Dalport on a day in April 80.

A Dleport

Safety address full of interest at Kiwanis club

GLOUSTER April 30 Senator Atwood of the Ohio State Automobile association spoke on safety at the Kiwanis club meeting. He urged teaching safety to children at home and school noting progress in Cincinnati. Kiwanis singing led by M M LeFavor and Attorney George W Rose presided in President Webber's absence. Prof Homer V Cherrington to speak here on economics at Ohio University.

M. M. LeFavor Webber George W. Rose Glouster Homer V. Cherrington Department of Economics Ohio Uni

Jacksonville High School Commencement Week Plans

Jacksonville high school outlines commencement events from April 29 to May 4 at the M E church and Pastime theater. Activities include plays Engaged by Wednesday, alumni banquet at K P hall, baccalaureate sermon by Rev N G Parker, class address by Prof G H Crow, senior picnic, and Parent Teacher association final meeting for officers.

Jacksonville K. of P. Hall M. E. Chhurch M. E Jacksonville High School Methodist Episcopal Church N. G. Parker M. E. Church G. H. Crow Ohio University Parent Teacher Association

Home Quarantined in Middleport for Health Officer

The home of Carl Owens on Third street in Middleport was quarantined by Health Officer Dr. Jane Nye Gilliford after the house was placed under quarantine Tuesday. Owens is not seriously ill.

Middleport Carl Owens Third Street Janet Nye Gilliford Owens

Child Hurt in Fall in Middleport

April 30 report from Middleport says Neil, son of Mr and Mrs George Neil of Third street, fell recently injuring an arm and required minor medical aid.

Middleport Ithmer Neil George Neil Third Street

Legion Auxiliary Admits Five New Members At Pomeroy

The American Legion auxiliary met at the Legion club on Court street and admitted five candidates: Mrs. Louise Stevens, Mrs. Clarence Massar, Mrs. Harry Houdashelt, Mrs. Sarah Starkey, and Mrs. Philip Sommers. Starkey and Sommers became gold star members. Miss Anna Ebersbach won a prize package. refreshments followed.

Pomeroy American Legion Auxiliary Legion Club Court Street Louise Stevens Clarence Massar Harry Houdashelt Sarah Starkey Phillip Sommers Starkey Anna Ebersbach

Middleport Social Notes Mention Visitors and Illness

Mrs. Petty of Mason City and her sister Mrs. Hobart of Lincoln street visited here with Mrs. Eva Stout of Columbus visiting with Mr. and Mrs. C. K. Dutton. Ruth Bradbury and others were guests at Point Pleasant. Elinor Stansbury is ill on Second street. Sandy Barsotti returned from Italy family visit via Buffalo. Mrs. Knopp left for Point Pleasant due to her father in hospital after a stroke.

Middleport Petty Mason City M. C. Hobart Lincoln Street Eva Stout Columbus Italy Mr. Barsotti Buffalo N. Y Frank Knopp Point Pleasant Mr. Knopp

Chauncey High to Graduate Thirty Strong

Chauncey High School will graduate a class of thirty. Commencement begins with the baccalaureate at 7 30 p m Sunday at the First Christian church. Class day exercises are held Sunday. commencement and diplomas will be presented Tuesday at 8 p m in the high school auditorium.

Chauncey E Chauncey High School Firstristian Church Cohesion Autorium

Elizabeth Spears Honors Third Birthday at Chauncey Dinner

Mr and Mrs George Wilson hosted a family dinner west of Chauncey on April 30 for Elizabeth Jane Spears third birth anniversary. Guests included Carl Shafer and daughter Ann Mace Ferrel Walter Spears and Jane and others from Nelsonville Columbus and Chauncey.

Chauncey Andrs George Wilson Elizabeth Jane Spears

Local Man Heads to Michigan for Con Dairy Post

A.L. of this city departed for Jackson Michigan this week to take a position with the Con Dairy company there. Preston has previously held roles with this firm during the last eight years.

Michigan Chauncey A. L Jackson Mich Wheer Con- Dairy Company Preston

Death of Cousin Dr J Orr at Pratts Fork

Chauncey resident Charley Bradfield Sr reports the death of his cousin Dr J Orr of Pratts Fork after a long illness. Orr’s funeral and burial are planned for the morning at Pratts Fork. Orr’s mother and Mrs Bradfield’s mother were sisters.

Chauncey Charley Bradfield Chauncey, Re J. Orr Pratts Fork Orr Doctor Orr Mr. Frnéfield

Chauncey Guests At Mound Street Home

Chauncey hosts this week as house guests Mrs. H. T. Elliot Ruth Lairson of Jackson Michigan and Miss Dorothy Ann Lairson of Nelsonville at their Mound street home.

Chauncey Mound Street H. T. Elliot Ruth Lairson Jackson, Mich Dorothy Ann Lairson Nelsonville

Chauncey Knights confer Esquire rank on two candidates

At Phillipine lodge No. 709 Knights of Pything Chauncey, two candidates received the Esquire rank. Next Wednesday they will receive the Knight degree in Nelsonville at Castle Hall, with a degree team from the Past Chancellors association. Attendance is urged. Chauncey Knights traveling by car should depart Chauncey on the 6:30 traction car.

Chauncey Phillipine Lodge No. 709 Knights of Pything

New Cement Driveway and Walks Completed in Town Homes

Mrs A H England completed a new cement driveway to her garage on West Converse Street. Mr and Mrs G B Courtney finished new walks and steps at their residence on High Street.

Chauncey A. H. England West Converse Street G. B. Courtney High Street

Mrs Nye Hosts Birthday Party for Sarah Nye

Mrs George W Nye entertained children at her East Converse street home Thursday afternoon for the birthday of her daughter Sarah. Games were played and refreshments served. The guest of honor received many birthday gifts.

Chauncey George W. Nye East Converse Street Sarah

Chauncey Personal Notes Highlight Local Visits

Mrs Clifford Courtney of Corn ing visited Chauncey on Thursday with Clinton Courtney in High street. Mrs Emmons Mace from Columbus is staying with parents in Chauncey. Mr and Mrs Charles Leffler and relatives also listed. Miss Elsie Worden of Columbus visits with her mother Mrs Vilda Worden and Earl Worden on Ellis avenue.

Chauncey Clifford Courtney Corning Clinton Courtney High Street Emmons Mace Columbus Charles Leffler Elsie Worden Vilda Worden Earl Worden Ellis Avenue

Marcellite Rebekah Lodge Plans Degree Work

The Marcellite Rebekah lodge will hold a regular meeting on Saturday evening at 7 50 with degree work on the agenda. Lunch will be served after the ceremony.

Glouster Marcellite Rebekah Lodge

Moving Van Destroyed in Fire Near Indian Run

A moving van owned by E. E. Faires was destroyed by fire near Indian Run while traveling from Zanesville to Glouster. Elden Faires drove with Foster Kelly. fire likely started from matches in household goods. Insurance covered all but the first fifty dollars of household goods. truck insurance lapsed. A replacement van will be ordered.

Glouster E. E. Faires Indian Run Zanesville Elden Faires Foster Kelly

Boy Taken To Hospital For Appendicitis Operation

Orvil Kittle 11 son of Mr and Mrs Leslie Kittle of the country near Jacksonville was rushed to Grant hospital Columbus Wednesday afternoon for an appendicitis operation. He arrived with his father and Dr von Scheele and was taken by the Andrews and Wallace ambulance. The operation occurred immediately on arrival and his condition was critical.

Glouster Orvil Leslie Kittle Jacksonville Grant Hospital Columbus Andrews & Wallace von Scheele

Odd Fellows to Stage Meeting in Glouster

Magic City Lodge I O O F in Glouster celebrates its 107th founding anniversary with local speakers and musical numbers at the Odd Fellows hall tonight. The Gloucester string band replaces the high school orchestra due to operetta duties. Families of Odd Fellows and Rebekah lodge members attend.

Glouster Magic City Lodge Oddfellows Hall Oda Oddé Fellow Rebekah Lodge

Man Wins Bet by Eating Four Gold Fish

In Hudson New Hampshire a man who wagered he could eat four gold fish won a $1 bet but endured severe stomach pains. He was in clear distress for about an hour after completing the stunt.

Hudson N. H

Reverend Wilcox to Start Series at Presbyterian Church

The Rev A Y Wilcox will begin a series on The Influence of Jesus in Social and Industrial Relationship at the Presbyterian church with a communion service and an urging for all members to attend Sunday. In London Prof A Lv British scientist predicts ships of today will be replaced by gun planes skimming water at high speed by 1976.

A. Y. Wilcox Jesus Presbyterian Church London

New Pastor Here Sunday Sermon Topic

Glouster April 30 F F Roberts of New Holland the new minister at the Church of Christ will be here for services on Sunday His sermon topic for the services is not provided in the text

Glouster F. F. Roberts New Holland Church of Christ

Lemon Juice Whitening Lotion Promises Fairer Skin

A formula claims lemon juice mixed with Orchard White creates a cheap quarter pint skin whitening lotion. It is applied to face neck arms and hands and advertised as non irritating and used by famous stage beauties for clear youthful skin and freckle or sunburn bleaching.

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