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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1921

Page

3

Prominent Nelsonville Woman Lelia Arminta Welch Doan Dies

Mrs. Lelia Arminta Welch Doan died this morning at Speich residence after months of illness. Daughter of Captain John and Sarah Welch, she lived in Nelsonville most of her life and married R. A. Dean about twenty five years ago. She leaves husband and son Austin, two brothers Dr C E Welch and Dr Harry Welch, and was a devout mother and respected citizen.

Lelia Arminta Welch Doan Speich Doan John Sarah Welch R. A. Dean Ustin Cincinnati Dean Austin C. E. Welch Harry Welch Salt Lake

Burial for Mrs Jun kerman to be held Monday

City Utah and Mis Elizabeth Jun kerman of Columbus. One sister Mrs Allie Lanpher preceded her in death a few months ago. Funeral services will be held Monday at 1 30.

City Utah Mis Elizabeth Junkerman Columbus Allie Lanpher

Memorial Services For Harry M. Silscott Held At Home

A large turnout of World War II veterans and sailors attended the funeral at the Silscott family home. Rev. Arthur M. Mann of Pataskala delivered the eulogy as Glenford Dugan Post led a solemn service. Burial followed at Greenlawn Cemetery with friends sending flowers.

Harry M. Silscott Arthur M. Mann Pataskala Glenford Dugan Post Greenlawn

Pearl Allaway Returns Home From Visit

Miss Pearl Allaway has returned to Columbus after a two weeks visit with Mrs. Eden Patton. Miss Ana Patton accompanied her home for a visit.

Pearl Allaway Columbus Eden Patton Ana Patton

Scout Master Farewell Party For Troop 2 Leader

Scouts held a gathering at the Whitlatch home in honor of Mr. A P Scott who departs for St. Louis to establish a new home. Eighteen boys attended with W L Hudson Albert Dilcher and Walter Whitlatch among guests. Mr Dilcher will succeed Mr Scott as master of Troop 2. An elegant spread followed and the group presented cuff links to Mr Scott.

Walter Whitlatch A. P. Scott St. Louis W. L. Hudson Albert Dilcher Dilcher Mr. Scott

Local social notes include travel and visits

Dr and Mrs W H Cann left today for a two week outing at Indian River Michigan. Miss Mildred Milliken and Evelyn Grella of Bellaire with Beth Esther Helen and Lucile Verity were Thursday guests of Mrs C A Hooper at Athens. Leslie Dawson has returned home after a two week visit in Columbus with relatives and friends.

W. H. Cann Indian River Mich Mildred Milliken Evelyn Grella Bellaire Beth Esther Helen Lucile Verity C. A. Hooper Athens Leslie Dawson Columbus

W B A Picnic At Glen Ebon Grove

The W B A held its annual picnic at Glen Ebon Grove with 100 attendees including members and families. Participants rode the 9 o clock car, enjoyed two dinners at noon and six, and danced to Victrola music while Mr Whitlatch of New York Coal Company was thanked for grounds management.

Glen Ebon Grove

Funeral for Mrs. Susan White Held at Local Church

Funeral services were held Thursday at 12 45 PM at the Christian church for Mrs Susan White. Rev C L Johnson conducted the service with a large turnout of friends and relatives in attendance.

Funeral Service for Esteemed Woman Held

Funeral service for a respected woman was conducted with burial at Green Lawn Cemetery. Fellow mourners noted her contributions and kindness in a quiet ceremony.

Mrs Coakley and Daughter Guests of Mrs Radford at Athens

Mrs Carl Coakley and her daughter are listed as guests of Mrs Winifred Radford in Athens.

Carl Coakley Winifred Radford Athens

Kings Heralds Meet At Pritchard Home Saturday

The Kings Heralds will meet at Mary Louise Pritchard's home at 243 Fort Street Saturday at 1 30 PM. Members are asked to ring milk bottles and French rolls as part of the gathering.

Kings Heralds King’s Heralds Mary Louise Pritchard Fort Street

Missionary Society Postpones August Methodist Meeting

The Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Church will not hold its August meeting.

God Has Taken Our Father Away

A verse by 11 year old Robert Vore laments the death of his father. The poem recalls dark skies and absence, offering hope of a reunion in the future.

God Father Robert Vore

Mrs Evans and Mrs Wilds Visit Sister at Athens Hospital

Mrs Evans and Mrs Wilds visited the former's sister on Sunday at Athens hospital.

W. Evans J. Wilds Athens Hospital

Ladies of St Agnes Guild Meet at Mrs Wilds Home

The Ladies of St Agnes Guild gathered at the home of Mrs J Wilds on Wednesday evening. Members present included Mesdames Evans Warrington Tedrow Wilds Hall Johnson McKee Rodda Shockey Evans Otis Bryant Pettit Wilma Wilds and Lillian McKee. Visitors were Mrs C Linton and M Price.

Social Sewing Club Honors Mrs Scott

The Social Sewing Club entertained Thursday afternoon at Mrs L D Martin's home for Mrs Al Scott who departs for a new home tomorrow. A social afternoon concluded with a bountiful dinner at five o'clock and the club members presented Mrs Scott with a sterling silver spoon.

Scott L. D. Martin al Scott Social Sewing Club

Birthday Party for Mary Margaret Monks

Mrs. Clarence Monks hosted a Wednesday birthday party for her daughter Mary Margaret with assistance from Vivian Ruscoe and Burell O'Mara. Guests enjoyed games and refreshments, list includes Anna May Voigt Cathleen Grace Cathleen Saltz Mary Ruscoe Helen Ruscoe and others.

Clarence Monks Mary Margaret Vivian Ruscoe Burell O'Mara Ruth Fleck Ruth Murphy Jean Freer Catherine Hall Doras Jennie Cook Tona Bateman Margaret Mathewson Margaret Steele Betty Jane Wemsley Audrey Marie Frances Hall

Death touches Crouse family as infant Kenneth laid to rest

Miss Ella Crouse journeys to Columbus after the death of her nephew Kenneth Crouse a nine month old child of Mr George Crouse. Mrs George Crouse died about a month ago and left two little sons. The surviving son has moved to live with grandparents Mr and Mrs Edward Crouse in this city.

Ella Crouse Columbus Kenneth Crouse George Crouse Edward Crouse

Greenlawn trees eyed for trimming after car damage claims

Automobile owners report lower branches at Greenlawn scratch their cars. They urge trimming to protect vehicles. Miss Mildred Millikan and Evelyn Grella of Bellaire are guests of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Linton.

Greenlawn Mildred Millikan Evelyn Grella Bellaire Thomas Linton

Glouster Widow Mrs Eddy Dies After Week's Illness

Mrs. Everett Eddy of Urbancrest died at her home about 11 last night after a weeklong illness. She was 22, survived by husband and a fouryearold son Dwight, and by her parents Mr. and Mrs Dean Bailey. Funeral plans not yet set. Also notes a Chamber of Commerce meeting at 7:30 this evening in the K of P hall to organize Glouster and welcome affiliates.

Everett Eddy Urbancrest Eddy Dwight Dean Bailey Chamber of Commerce P. Hall Athens Chamber of Commerce Glouster

Edwards Visit Columbus Amid Illness in Family

Mr and Mrs C J Edwards traveled to Columbus yesterday due to the illness of Mrs Nancy Masters, sister in law to Mrs Edwards. The family visit centers on Nieces and nephews and medical updates are awaited.

Council meets to discuss new parking ordinance this evening

The first monthly council meeting will convene at the mayor's office this evening at 7 30. The session is expected to consider the new parking ordinance for possible action.

Glouster and Chauncey Prepare for Sunday Baseball Showdown

Glouster and Chauncey meet on local grounds Sunday afternoon with first pitch at 2 36. Chauncey fields mostly Millfield players except for outfield, while Glouster showcases new recruits under a new management aiming to field one of the region's best teams.

Glouster Chauncey Millfield

Nerv-Worth Edges 25-Year Stomach Trouble

Letter from L. F. Ferguson of Clarksburg West Virginia praises Nerv-Worth for relieving long standing stomach pains nervousness and sleep loss. He reports improved digestion sleep and energy and urges others with similar issues to try the medicine with a money back guarantee. McKee Drug Co endorses and distributes the product.

L. F. Ferguson Clarksburg W. Va McKee Drug Co

Welch in Columbus Undergoes Operation This Week

A card from Mrs. M. B. Welch reports Mr. Welch had an operation Wednesday in Columbus. He is very sick but not considered in danger, and they are with him during his illness.

M. B. Welch Welch Columbus

Leys visit Skinners in Columbus guests of relatives

Mrs. L. W. Ley and her two children traveled to Columbus yesterday to spend time with Mrs. Leys parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Skinner.

Beasley Advertises Head Light Lens Fittings

Approved by every state in the Union. Be sure you are right before you buy your head light lens. We have on hand lens to fit all makes of cars, F. R. Beasley.

F. R. Beasley Vitamon Cline

New Athens High To Hire Douglas Torrance as Coach

Douglas Torrance, selected to lead Athens High athletics next year, visited the school today amid fan support. A graduate of Ohio Wesleyan, he was a three sport athlete and earned All-Ohio mentions in basketball. He previously coached Delaware high school and is expected to guide Athens High to the top of the heap when he returns to take charge.

Douglas Torrance Alexander B. Mackie Athens Athens High Ohio Wesleyan Delaware High School Gesters Toastmasters Phi Gamma Delta Mackie Torrance Athens Hi

Dailey Family Reunion Marks 100th Arrival Anniversary

The Dailey family reunion will take place Sunday August 14 on the O. D. Dailey farm near Albany C The event marks the 100th anniversary of Thomas Dailey's arrival in Lee township and is regarded as unusually important.

Albany

Farm Bureau Meeting in Lee Township August 6

Lee township Farm Bureau members will meet Saturday August 6 at 2 30 P M in the directors room at the bank to elect officers and conduct other important business.

Albany, O Farm Bureau Lee Township

Prohibition raid seizes liquor from Michigan Avenue vaults

Prohibition agents raided private vaults of the Michigan Avenue Trust Company in Chicago and seized liquor valued at $10,000. The bottles are alleged to belong to Warren G. Spurgin.

Chicago Michigan Avenue Trust Company Warren G. Spurgin

Congressman Foster Notified of Two Pensions Granted

The commissioner of pensions grants pensions to Mrs. Sarah J. Gillilan widow of Reuben Gillilan of 20 High Street Amiens and Fred F. Runion of Coolville a veteran of the Spanish American War in this county.

Foster Commissioner of Pensions Sarah J. Gillilan Reuben Gillilan High Street Amiens Fred F. Runion Coolville

Stron ger Nerves Promised By Bitro-Phosphate Ad

Nerve exhausted people are urged to take Bitro-Phosphate, a pure organic phosphate sold by McKee Drug Co and many druggists, as a guaranteed remedy to restore nerve force and energy.

McKee Drug Co

Prisoner meals cost under fifteen cents daily at Ohio Penitentiary

A July report from the subsistence department shows feeding a prisoner costs 14.8 cents per day, about five cents per meal. The figure reflects a drop from 21.8 cents per day in July last year.

Ohio Penitentiary

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