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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1920

Page

6

Resolutions of Respect for Clarence Smith and death notice

In memory of Brother Clarence Smith who died July 24 1920 the Knights of Pythias lodge in Pomeroy Ohio passes resolutions of condolence. The notice notes his service to charity benevolence and friendship and that a copy is sent to his family. Also announces Karl T Woodward county agricultural agent located in courthouse welcoming callers and outlining his role with the county farm bureau and local farmers.

Clarence Smith The Universe New Jerusalem Pomeroy Lodge Knights of Pythias Pomeroy Ohio Karl T. Woodward Woodward Medina County Ohio State Agricultural College County Farm Bureau Farm Bureau Woodward Astat

County Agents Role in Community Project Leadership

The most important duty of county paid leaders is to develop unpaid community project leaders. The county agent should foster a community program with each project led by a community project leader. He also helps solve farm problems, acts as an adviser, and seeks reliable sources if he cannot answer. He aims to improve farm home life and is always available. Find him rather than waiting to be sought.

Meigs County Teachers Institute Opens With Strong Attendance

The fifty ninth Meigs county teachers institute opened at the court house Monday with 117 enrolled despite bad weather. Leaders include Prof F B Pearson Prof J L Clifton Vernon Riegel state superintendent E F Warner Pom ery attendees Florence Ford and Althea Miller. Sessions run 8 30 am and 1 15 pm daily.

Teachers’ Institute Meigs County F. B. Pearson J. L. Clifton Vernon Riegel E. F. Warner Columbus Florence Ford Althea Miller Pomeroy

Akron editor visits Mason City after fifty years

J. G. Charles editor of the Akron New York News visits Mason City to see the Robinson family and old friends. He recalls his emigration from Ireland at age 14, his early move to Mason City, then to New York, and notes changes since his boyhood days.

J. G. Charles Akron New York News J. T. Robinson Oth Mason City Charles Ireland New York State Mr. Charles

Operation at Holzier Hospital Proves Highly Successful

A patient at Holzier hospital Gallipolis underwent an operation Monday for an ulcerated condition of the intestines leading to the stomach. The surgery prevented food from reaching the stomach, but the patient is resting comfortably and recovery is earnestly hoped for.

Holzier Hospital Gallipolis

Base Ball Clash At Thomas Fork Sunday

Thomas Fork prepares for a fast ball game with Sugar Creek of Athens county this Sunday. Batteries are Durham and Bolin for Thomas Fork while Love and Move will catch for Sugar Creek in a high school style matchup.

Thomas Fork Sugar Creek Athens County Durham Bolin

Dan Stewart Undergoes Operation at Holzier Hospital

Dan Stewart underwent a surgical procedure at Holzier Hospital. Friends and family expressed concern and wished him a speedy recovery as details of the operation remained private.

Dan Stewart Holzier Hospital

Middleport Couple to Marry in Gallipolis Today

Otto Guy Suter and Eva Alma Haptonstall of Middleport will wed today at the Gallipolis Episcopal Church after securing a license from the county Probate Court. Reverend Ross will perform the ceremony.

Middleport Gallipolis Otto Guy Suter Cigar Fragictone Migs Eva Alma Haptonsta Wm. K Haptonstall Middlever Ape County Rev Ross Gallipolis Episcopal Church

Former Rutland Girl Weds in Far West Official

Genevive Lowery, formerly of Rutland, married Jacob Victor at Parker South Dakota. Attendants were Edward Alfers and Leona Jib ben. Wedding supper for twenty five hosted at the bride's home. Victor from Chancellor South Dakota. bride's grandfather John Church of Pomeroy attended with Mr and Mrs C W Cohen.

Rutland Far West Genevive Lowery Jacob Victor Parker South Dakota Edward Alfers Leona Jibben Victor Chancellor John Church Pomeroy C. W. Cohen

Pomeroy Opera House Leased by Local Managers

Local managers Zweifel and Jenkins own and lease the Pomeroy Opera House from new owners Lodge K of P. They plan to reopen soon with Coburn’s Minstrels as the season opener, reviving a venue long idle for theatrical acts.

Pomeroy Opera House Essrs Zweifel and Jenkins Majestic Pi Theatre Cpee House Ery Lodge K. of P Coburn

Local Notables Visit and Family News

Pomeroy Bend residents, including Mr I eg ten sad farmer and Mrs George Malaney, plan visits to nearby towns and races. James Robison and family in Take visit J T family. Mrs J E Stalder and daughters stay with Mr and Mrs A E Ice. Charles Karr travels to Gallipolis for injury treatment. a motor trip to Elyria and other points is planned. Wm Stowe, once a Pomeroy driver, visits with brother E C Stowe after 30 years away. Traveling man recounts cholera era tale and hotel porter coin bill for Chamberlain’s Coffee.

Pomeroy Bend Gallipolis Inier Hale Ghd Alfred P. Deum Elyria J. H. Branson Washington City E. D. Robison Columbus Lizzie Thomas Pomeroy

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