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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1923
Page
6
Pennington details a tense exchange with Chal Hung and Chai Hung’s influence as Varney guards a dangerous lead. The Chinese merchant’s network stretches across the island, with Zara Khan as a potential ally or threat amid the unfolding power play.
A promotional note claims weight gain improves nerve power blood health and vitality. It asserts increased red blood cells follow using S. S. S. since 1826, with benefits like firmer flesh younger appearance and improved energy. Available at drug stores in two sizes, larger being more economical.
In a murky episode at Varney House, Pennington, lingering after a tense day, detects stealthy movement from a hidden intruder near the passing and Chinese trader Varney. A tense standoff unfolds as Pennington lies in wait, ready to strike as a shadow slips closer.
Pennington finds Chong-Hee fatally stabbed with a knife in a tense room setup. The victim lies on the floor with a steel point protruding between his shoulder blades as a struggle unfolds. The drifting scene ends with a sleepy trader’s voice and a note that the scene continues in the next issue.
A health claim asserts a single speedy remedy for constipation biliousness colds headaches and malaria fever. proposes quick relief across multiple conditions.
In a late Thursday afternoon wreck between Rendville and Corning, Donald Shaw aged 14 and Clarence Nash aged 13 were killed instantly when a speeding delivery truck ditched. Raymond Clifford 15 of Corning, son of the Corning mayor, escaped with minor injuries as the truck raced another vehicle. The Charlton boy lost a finger, all three youths were riding with Clifford who had delivered near Rendville.
Funeral services for William Southard Jr of Jacksonville will be held at Jacksonville Methodist church at 2 20 Saturday afternoon conducted by Rev Dean. Burial follows in Russell cemetery near Jacksonville.
T. C. Curfman a former Glouster resident died Thursday night at the home of his son in Columbus after a period of poor health and a stroke. The Curfman family lived in town for years and Mrs Curfman died here about fourteen years ago. Funeral services will be held at the M E church conducted by Rev. B. F. Jackson of Columbus with interment in the city cemetery after the arrival of the funeral party on train No 2 Sunday morning.
Laurence Gibbs came home Thursday evening from Grant hospital where he had been receiving treatment. Doctors advised a few days at home due to his longing to be near family and home comforts.
Mrs R J Davis and two children left Friday morning to return home to Butler Pennsylvania after a seven week stay in the city with Mrs Davis' parents Mr and Mrs C I Palmer.
Lev Dyson and granddaughter Jeanette Dyson spent Thursday with friends in Corning. Atty Geo W Rose is in Athens on business. A regular city council session is planned for tonight but only routine business is expected.
Mrs. Martie Stillwell and her daughter Monahello of Nelsonville were guests Thursday of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stillwell.
A billbook containing 31.00 in bills was found in Glouster on August 2. Return to Henry Williams Glouster to claim a reward or notify M K Alderman Athens for reward arrangement.
Jacksonville holds Sunday School at 9 00 A M and church services at 10 90 A M A Ladies Aid Social is set for Tuesday at 7 90 P M with a prayer meeting Thursday at 7 00 P M Trimble lists Sunday School at 9 30 A M church services at 10 30 A M Epworth League at 7 39 P M and a prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 30 P M A Ladies Aid Social Friday at 7 30 P M The Fourth Quarterly Conference meets Monday August 6 at 7 00 P M All officials are urged to attend with reports.
Court stands adjourned due to the president's death. John V. Whitfield, alleged slaver of Patrolman Dennis Griffin, will resume his defense Monday when the trial resumes.
Ada residents Mr and Mrs Dan Mohr spent a Sunday in Coolville among storm affected travels. Parkersburg guests included Mrs P D Sheets and Mrs Wannah Britton with sons Charles and Warner. Chautauqua drew crowds with promised support next year.
Dr. Ward Frame and family of Parkersburg spent several days here with relatives. Mrs. Ella Tilton and daughter Sophronia visited Latrobe Thursday as guests of Clark Jonson and wife. The W C T U met with Mrs. Iarence McBride on August 1 afternoon. the topic Why Every Union Should Mother an L T L. County W C T U president Mrs. Kate L. Blake of Nelsonville attended and offered encouragement.
Daniel McGurk pastor leads Sunday School at 9 19 morning service 7 30 with subject Either Or The Great Alternative Epworth League 6 39 evening service 7 30 continuing special topics The Fallacies of Romanism address by Dr McGurk announces church activities in period style.
The Christian Science Society at 65 percent South Court Street invites worshipers to Sunday service at 10 45 A M with the subject Love and a Golden Text from 1 John 4 7. Sunday school starts 9 30 A M and a Wednesday meeting at 7 39 P M. Reading room open Tuesday Thursday and Saturday 2 00 to 4 00 P M. The invitation extends to attend services and use the reading room.
The Christian Church on State and Congress Streets announces 9 A. M. Bible School taught by James De Forest Murch at 10:15 A. M. Morning worship and sermon follow. 6:30 P. M. Senior and Intermediate C. FE. Societies meet. No evening service. Higley men prayer meeting this Friday at 19 Foster Place.
Rev Frederick Brown leads Sunday school at 9 15 A M Morning worship and Holy Communion at 10 15 A M Epworth League at 6 39 P M topic The Companionship of Jesus Luke 10 1 9 St John 11 16 no evening service at Central Ave due to pastor preaching at the Factory Church Services at Claris Chapel Sunday school 2 P M and 2 30 P M
Morning service at 10 15 led by Rev Earl G Griffith of Toledo. Bible School at 9 00. Young people meet at 6 29 P M. avhe local church notices indicate a traditional Sunday program with preaching and youth gathering.
Abbott Y. Wilcox, minister, leads Bible school at 9:00, morning sermon on A Prophet Championing the cause of the oppressed, 10:30. At 6:30 Prof. Crossman addresses youth on Community Welfare. Evening service features Sermon Seeing the Truth Whole by Dr. Wilcox.
A concise survey contrasts fashion concerns with practical needs for men facing tight budgets. It focuses on durable, affordable choices over high fashion, highlighting value, longevity, and wearable versatility.
The king commands that the court wear mourning for one week for the late Hon. Warren Gamaliel Harding president of the United States. Mourning begins from today. King George sent a condolence message to Mrs. Harding.
Rev. James De Forest Murch of Cincinnati will address the Higley men of the Christian church next Sunday morning. Murch is editor of The Lookout and president of the Ohio Christian Endeavor union. He is visiting Athens and agreed to speak before the Higley class.
The Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound is claimed to benefit 98 percent of women with ailments specific to their sex. A survey of 59 000 respondents from Lynn Massachusetts states they were benefited or restored to health. The record is presented as evidence of the medicine's efficacy and urges trial by affected women.
Evelyn Warner of Columbus visits home folks in Harrisonville. Emer Day and family from Columbus spent last week with relatives here and at Rutland. Bert Pettit and daughter of Youngstown visited his parents. Rev. Taylor to preach at Presbyterian church next Sunday at 10 A M. Mr and Mrs Herwood of Columbus visited relatives here last week. Mrs Herwood was formerly Ethel Welch, a teacher in the public schools here. Vernon Greenler to leave Thursday for an extended trip visiting Phoenix and Los Angeles and the Grand Canyon. Mrs Clint Welch and daughter of Middleport called on friends. Harley Musser gone to Rio Grande to attend school. Riley Stotts sold 40 acres to Henry Lee Wyatt of Virginia. Will Merritt and family back from Rio Grande after college and normal work. Harrisonville high school to hold a picnic and reunion near Vinton next Friday. Harley Carr advertised a public sale August 9. Mel Welsh and family return to Kansas after visiting.
John Kuhn a Stewart barber was arrested July 27 on a charge of possessing intoxicating liquor and pleaded not guilty. He was released August 1 after the charges, filed by his wife, were withdrawn due to lack of evidence. Eighteen Stewart citizens signed a petition stating in 15 months they never saw him drunk or know of any law disregard.
The Athens county area welcomes Hal H. Rowland as its youngest attorney opening an office in Room 20 of the Security Bank Building on North Court Street. A 25 year old OSU Law School graduate, he passed the June bar and was admitted to practice in Ohio by the state supreme court recently. He is the brother of I. Rowland of Woolley & Rowland.
Columbus Aug. 3. More than 4000 dividend checks dated July 15 totaling about 100000 to preferred stockholders of the Phoenix Portland Cement Co. of Ohio were burned shortly before the R. L. Collings Co. of Ohio was placed in receivership. Testimony from Paul A. DeLong a Columbus banker and receiver and from S W Walter cashier and assistant treasurer of the Dollings company details the burning incident.
A testimonial extols Mayr's Wonderful Remedy as a harmless treatment that removed intestinal catarrhal mucus and stopped pain, bloating, and indigestion. The speaker credits four doctors' opinions and notes a money back guarantee with one dose convincing, mentioning McKee Drug Co Athens Gem Pharmacy Nelsonville.
The New York baseball team canceled its August game with the Cleveland Indians due to the death of President Harding.
Boston report confirms female bluebird fickleness through leg bands. Rev. George E. Allen tagged a bird as 17,236 brooding five chicks in one box, then three more in another. Her mate from the last brood was 17,243, but a blue and orange rival 17,249 appeared with her when she returned.
A Ku Klux Klan demonstration is set for Murray on Saturday night featuring a Kokomo Indiana quartet from Buckeye Lake conclave on the program and Rev. Frank P. George of Baltimore slated to speak.
An explosion from accumulated gas at the Marcell mine in Woodland West Virginia injured seven Maher Collieries Co officials including the company president Maher. The incident occurred about twenty miles from Wheeling today.
WAUTOMA Wis Despondent after a quarrel with his wife John Bulcholz 59 saturated his clothes with kerosene and fenited them He died in agonies in a blast and fire at his home authorities said the incident appeared to be suicide.
John P. Ban Johnson, president of the American League, telegrammed all eastern clubs to postpone all games except those already set for the day in tribute to President Harding. The action reflects a day of mourning and national respect.
Shawneef Wisconsin report of three Cotton sisters marrying in a single ceremony at their home. All three women, Margaret Sisther and Eva Cotton, are school teachers and will wed this summer in one joint service.
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