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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1924

Page

2

Community Guests and Travel Activity Noted in Local Visitations

Wigal set out Tuesday morning for a motor trip to St Paul Minnesota. Mrs D E Russell of Columbus visited during the Carthage homecoming and stayed with her parents for the week. The Carthage homecoming guest list includes F B Tidd Earnest and D E Russell. J A Arnott and children of Rockland visit their grandparents Mr and Mrs Fred Cowdery. W B Roberts hosts his aunt Mrs Gertrude Campbell of Pittsburgh. F C Taylor and C W Oakes return from attending the funeral of Mrs Hall in Dayton. Dr Hill Monahan and family from Jackson were Sunday guests of Mrs Ella Campbell and F S Monahan the doctor’s nephew.

Wigal St. Paul Minn D. E. Russell Columbus Carthage F. B. Tidd Earnest Fred Runion J. A. Arnott Rockland Fred Cowdery W. B. Roberts Gertrude Campbell Pittsburgh F. C. Taylor C. W. Oakes Hall Dayton Hill Monahan Edward Myrtle Jackson Ella Campbell Monahan

Death of Jacob Weck Casts Gloom Over Taylor Ridge

Jacob Weck died after multiple paralytic strokes Friday night August 1 at his home. Funeral services were largely attended, with interment in Bew Lexington Ohio. The community, including attendees from here at the Glouster Au­taukua, mourns his loss. Reverend G B Courtney led services. Mr and Mrs August Lemoine observed family ties as they marked the passing of his mother Mrs ham of Jacksonville. A Ridge schoolhouse social recently held was successful.

Jacob Weck Lexington Ohio Glouster G. B. Courtney Christ Here August Lemoine Ham Jacksonville Ridge School House

Coolville Social Roundup Thaws Out Of Town Guests

Coolville residents share tallies of visits with relatives and friends in nearby towns. Anna Walden and Mrs Idberger plus children from Cincinnati return after weeks away. Garnet Lockhart visits from Guysville, Pauline Tate returns to Clarksburg, Frances Smith travels from Athens and Nelsonville, and Leslie Galbreath calls on Amesville friends. Family gatherings and weekend trips to Pickering and other areas are noted.

Anna Walden Idberger Cinmati Hope Walden Dora Walden Garnet Lockhart Guysle Pauline Tate G. C. Bradford Herme Clarksburg Frances Smith Athens Nelsonville A. C. Mills As. Paul and John Dora ‘Aiden Opal Reed Hazel Imrkersburg Leslie Galbreath Amesville F. W. Atkinson Charles and George Lumbus A. B

Local Point News Highlights Social Visits and Tragic Accident

Sunday visits from Newbury and Marietta connect families across Rivers Township. An accidental shooting near Harris Ferry claimed a child’s life, while obituary for Frances C. Oakes Hall notes her nursing career and community service in Marietta.

Local Residents Visit and Social Calls in Vanderhoof

Vanderhoof residents and visitors from Athens Parkersburg Clarksburg and Delaware gathered for family visits social calls and church class at various homes around Vanderhoof and nearby towns. Notables include Ed Guthrie Huntington visiting Dell Chase and Clarice Chase calling on Aunt Lyda Jeffers.

Everette Athens G. D. Chase Robert Bunion Dana Burns Vanderhoof Mondre Ed Guthrie Huntington W. Va Dell Chase Clarice Chase Lyda Jeffers Flem Grove Bulah Akron John Lake John Edward Chevalier Delaware William Chevalier Reedsville William Ashcraft Parkersburg Martha Grigsby Mary Byron Stewart Eaton Chase Mabel Ashcraft Nellie Ashcraft Cowlville R. P. Boggs R. C. Boggs J. B. Cunday School R. J. Runnion Emery Bowers Ashcraft Carson Boggs Leroy Boggs Robert Runnion Hed Anne Runnion Coolville Artie Willard R. ™. Boggs A. L. McBee Bethel Hall Snodgrass Evalyn McBee Reed Clarksburg William Noyes W. H. Ashcraft Joshua Ashcraft J. W. Wolfe Rose Smith Stump Vanderhoot Herbert Bowers Mildred Sundey

Local families visit in Rutland and Harrisonville areas

Carpenter Byron Saxton and wife of Rutland were Sunday guests of G. C. Gorby and wife. Co. F. Steward and family and Jesse Sisson and family visited Lester Boggess and wife near Harrisonville. Mr. Boggess and family are leaving in...

Byron Saxton Rutland G. C. Gorby Co. F. Steward Jesse Sisson Lester Boggess Harrisonville Mr. Boggess

Longtime minister resigns his pastorate in Palo Alto area

Rev. Grass filled his regular appointment Sunday and preached his last sermon before leaving the work. Several friends recall his service and there is regret at his resignation as the community looks toward a future home in Palo Alto California. Nearby notices report a death in Coshocton of Mrs. Albert Cline formerly Miss Gertie Chase and other local visits and family updates. An eleven pound boy was born to Walter Jordan and wife on Monday.

Palo Alto California Grass I. N. Chase Webber Homer Coshocton R. E. Forrest Rutland Wm. Chanley Carl Dotson Akron D. F. Homine F. E. Wood Clinton Jewell Point Rock O. M. Rawling John Rawlings W. J. Swett McArthur L. A. Tewksbury Harlan Albany Walter Jordan

New England Aviator Harold Kulberg Dies in Crash

Harold A. Kulberg 35, famed World War I British ace with 14 German planes, and Henry Dunker 34, Garland Paint Co. service manager and student aviator, died when their Jenny crashed near Hudson New York after Kulberg lost control when a stick broke. Rescuers pulled both from burning wreckage. Kulberg, born in Somerville Massachusetts, was nicknamed the New England Ace.

Cleveland Harold A. Kulberg Henry Dunker Garland Paint Co Hudson Kulberg Dunker Sommerville Maass Royal Flying Corps New England

Local Social Roundup from Lodi and Nearby

Residents visit relatives and guests travel among Cleveland Athens Parkersburg Carthage and Lodi for family gatherings church events and gas well work. Rev Fowler preaches at the Christian church and aging social ties appear through homecomings and Sunday visits across multiple households.

Sunday Visitors Doings At Vanderhoof Homes

Mr and Mrs Rulmer Ackley and children visited Mr and Mrs Lydia Jeffers and Hazel in Vanderhoof Saturday evening. Fern Metz joined Dorothea and Mildred Runnion for supper. J T Runnion and daughters Dorothea and Mildred called on P D Sheets Saturday.

Carson Boggs Leroy Boggs Rulmer Ackley Lydia Jeffers Hazel Vanderhoof Fern Metz Dorothea Mildred Runnion Mildred P. D. Sheets

Plaid Gingham Childs Dress Pattern Description

Pattern details a plaid gingham dress with contrasting trim options in cotton crepe ratine or linen. Waist and skirt sections form plaited side portions with a one piece short sleeve and a long balloon sleeve. Four sizes 8 10 12 14 years require 344 yards of fabric for size 12 and 1/2 yard trim. Pattern mailed for 12 cents in stamps.

Mayr's Wonderful Remedy Promises Quick Health Return

A testimonial claims Mayr's Wonderful Remedy cured long standing colic and liver troubles after one dose. The user says two to three weeks would be their life limit, but after using the product felt better than for 150 years and credits it with removing mucous and inflammation. The ad notes money back at McKee Drug Co Athens Gem Pharmacy Nelsonville and general druggists.

Mayr McKee Drug Co Athens Gem Pharmacy Nelsonville

Beekeeping Leaders to Address Ohio Field Meet

Columbus report says George W. Demuth editor of Gleanings in Bee Culture is expected to speak at the annual Ohio beekeepers field meet on Hartman Farm four miles south of Columbus. Also on program are Prof. J. S. Hines of Ohio State University L. H. Benninghof of Farm Apiaries and Charles A. Reese state apiarist, among others.

Columbus George 8. Demuth Gleanings Ohio Hartman Farm J. S. Hines Jonto State University L. H. Benninghof The Farm Apiaries Charles A. Reese State

Griswold argues few laws change, many needed for progress

H. H. Griswold, speaker for the Athens Rotary Club, challenged the popular view that there are too many laws. He noted that only about two percent of changes occur in laws, while social and economic shifts drive new legislation. He urged public sympathy for legislators amid the demand for protective laws.

H. H. Griswold Ohio General Assembly Athens Rotary Club Hotel Berry Athens Kiwanis Club Harry L.davis Griswol Griswold

Concrete base is best for Culver Street paving

Residents of Culver street meet with the board of control to discuss paving base. A concrete base appears preferred though no final decision was reached. A similar meeting is planned for Orchard street residents Tuesday evening.

Logan, CO Culver Board of Control E City Orchard Street

Bright Spot Debate on Women’s Affairs Sparks Question

A witty exchange questions public interest in women’s affairs with a sharp reply. The quip suggests enthusiasm for public issues if genuine engagement exists.

Clerk of Courts Not Responsible for Ballot Mistake

McArthur Ohio Aug 6 T L Dunn clerk of Vinton county says he has no role in printing ballots and that missing names for state central committeeman and state senator were caused by state deputy supervisors election. He emphasizes he is a candidate for reelection and is not responsible for the error. More than 200 Canadian university students will visit England for six weeks this year.

England

Trexz-Guar Trex Lotion Promises Quick Skin Relief

Advertisement claims Trex Lotion cures eczema pimples blackheads and facial blemishes with drops that ease intense itching and inflammation. Sold by Cline's Pharmacy or H B Denton & Co Mt Carmel IL.

Cline’s H. B.denton & Co Mt. Carmel

Across the Cheat River WV Hosts Longest Transmission Span

Across the Cheat River in West Virginia lies one of the world s longest transmission spans measuring 15 317 feet. The segment notes the span and mentions moving roots of young plants in the area.

Cheat River West Virginia

Fourth of July marriage yields suit for damages in Martins Ferry

Henry Wisnieski of Beach Bottom West Virginia sues Mr. and Mrs. John Sato of Martins Ferry for 5000 dollars claiming mental anguish after their daughter left him following their wedding. The plaintiff seeks payment from the couple as the child's parents.

Martins Ferry O Henry Wisnieski Beach Bottom W. Va John Sato Wisnieski Satos

Land Deed From 1845 Presented For Record Near St Clairsville

A 78 year old deed showing 155 acres on the National road near Hendrysburg in Belmont county was presented for record in St Clairsville. The Dec 31 1845 document records Josiah McKinney selling to William Tidball grandson of General William Tidball at 13.58 dollars per acre.

Hendrysburg Belmont County Court House St. Clairsville Josiah McKinney William Tidball

Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Praised

Letters from mothers in Milwaukee Buffalo and Vienna extol Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a safe restorative for postpartum weakness and nervousness. Testimonials claim regained strength relief from headaches fatigue and pain with continued use and endorsements by local druggists.

Lydia E. Pinkham Bringi Sonnel Health

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