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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1923
Page
3
Ti lsonville notes report a family reunion at Mr D Martin's Fort home with many relatives present. Guests included Mrs James Mar cod Mrs Frank Mar Mre A O Neptune Elizabeth Merz Davis and Athens residents plus numerous Martin family members and friends enjoying music games and lunch after celebrating a 17th birthday.
A women’s mass meeting at the Y M C A is scheduled for 7 30 this evening to discuss matters related to the forthcoming primaries and a large attendance is urged.
The Messenger published a raid account with incorrect participant names. The raid targeted the home of Mrs Ann Courtney McKee, not the previously cited location, and the article now clarifies the correct residence involved in the action led by Nash and his assistants.
Miller Wilson Orlie Rider John Reed and Leiland Devore attended the ball game in Cincinnati Sunday.
Evans Hudson and Frank Ted enjoy Buckeye Lake outing. Miss Emma Danna of Cleveland visits Athens relatives with Mrs. J. M. Hyde. Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Nimms of Columbus were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Davis. Jean Anders spends a week with Murray City relatives. Leoline Sibert Jane Jackson and Alberta Jackson visit Ike Newton near Athens. Bila Mitchell of Columbus also guests. Weltheimer family spends Sunday at Buck. Marian Evans of Lebanon, OU student, visits aunt Mrs W. L. Hudson. Chas. Anders and daughter Hean and Belford Anders from Columbus guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Butt. Anders return home. Mrs. Anders and daughter stay 19 days.
The Perean Class had 56 men in attendance at last Sunday's class despite heavy rain. The class president seeks regular attendance next Sunday to maintain momentum.
Loretta Mooney recent bride of Logan enjoyed a miscellaneous shower hosted by her father John Mooney. Friends and neighbors gathered for social time and a late lunch as gifts of cut glass china linen alumium and silver were given to the bride. Guests included Mesdames Cleve Hallett Chas Pritts B C Webb Huge Kelly Alfred Dempster Edgin Haynes Clarence Green Henry Nutter Lee Smith Gerrald Nelson William Blard James Matheny Fred Kelly W H Barton Carl Coakley James Bland Alice Anderson and Miss Marzella Webb.
The Messenger reports readers asking where the Duff family has disappeared from the comic page. Cartoonist Wallie Allman is ill and nursing the Duffs on his sickbed, so the characters are temporarily absent while the creator recovers.
Nelsonville City Council weighs oil burner versus plant modernization as Hocking Power Co and three rivals propose electric conversion deals. Miners group protests oil burner's impact while officials cite cost, maintenance and ten year power contracts. Council hears figures on repairs, bond issues and distribution costs as meetings stretch late.
A family expresses deep gratitude to Rev M K Chatley for consoling words the quartet Mrs C C Millikan Jr Mrs Charlies Cameron and Tr Tow ard Rabo plus the Kniechts Templar Red Men Astern Star lodge White Shrine and the Shriners of Columbus for floral tributes and support after the death of William Ruston and to all who contributed flowers or sympathy.
Muriel Pauibhaer visits relatives while Atir Lawin Anos returns home with sister Mra. Wial ni Varsaer and family from Corning Mra. Mike Lynch and children visit Coshocton relatives. Prank Newman and family visit Byeaville. Ku Klux Klan meeting attended in Murray City. George Morrison family weekend guests of John Barstow Nelsonville. Hattie Anderson of Nelsonville visits WT Fivane family. plans Columbus move. Dave Tenkina returns from Pennsylvania with Miss Tica Conger. John Cooper Conger and uncle Dave Jen Kine visit Grinstead family Jacksonville. Christian Sunday school attended by George Morrison and Ruthter Mary. Bert Prevor visits Columbus. swimming at Os Rin pool noted. Local mines busy with activity and some batlotted at other mines.
In Chicago reporting on university tensions, students in Illinois and Wisconsin express mixed views on college women marrying college men. A Wisconsin group allegedly opposes marriage with college women, while others dispute the claim, noting fears of inferiority and shifting gender dynamics in academia.
The 18th Infantry, Ohio National Guard, arriving Thursday, will bring the Anne flag draped in crepe from the funeral ceremonies of President William McKinley two years ago, officials said.
An automobile caravan arrived in Athens with an escort from the Police Chief Partner. The convoy halted on Court Street near a business and drew official attention as onlookers noted the noon arrival.
Odd textile note suggests a Pitticonta of gold or silver peeks from beneath crimson velvet gowns making a coquettish impression. Readers puzzled by the fashion mystery and possible jewelry reveal beneath garments.
Hand Init braceleta crafted to hold a small handkerchief of colored Naen or chiffon are now a popular accessory. The article notes the first typewriter was made in 1867.
Weak tired days hinder work and life. A spoonful of Dr Thad ora Liver and Blood Syrup boosts appetite digestion liver tone and bowels. Money refunded if not satisfied. Available at Mehee Drug Co Athens Glouster Favor's Pharmacy Neje sonville Gem Pharmacy.
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