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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1925

Page

2

Moonshine Bust Hits Wallace A Wright Farm Near Langsville

Eighty six gallons of moonshine a large still and several barrels of mash were confiscated on the Wallace A Wright farm about three miles from Langsville by officers. Joe Swick occupied part of the farm and was arrested. He will have a hearing today. The mask was destroyed and the finished product taken to the county jail as evidence. A photograph of the still and moonshine was made. Officers Art Tracy Hysell and Spencer led the raid. It is said to be the largest haul by local officers.

Pomeroy Wallace A Wright Langsville Joe Swick Art Tracy Hysell and Spencer

Pinch Hitter Replaces Ruth At Yankee Stadium

Column by Davis J. Walsh notes Ruth was removed for a pinch hitter, a move reflecting modern baseball trends. It discusses Ruths health, fading hitting consistency, and pitchers targeting him more aggressively, with author predicting lingering confidence issues and a uncertain return.

Davis J. Walsh New York Galli Curci Metropolitan Yankee Stadium Ruth Miller Huggins Yankee

Nora Statts Sues For Divorce In Pomeroy

Nora Statts files for divorce from Edward Statts in Pomeroy. Married December 1923, they have no children. She cites gross neglect of duty and extreme cruelty and seeks alimony and restoration of her maiden name Nora F Cun diff. Craig L Davis attorney for plaintiff.

Pomeroy Nora Statts Edward Statts Clerk of Courts Bengel Nora F. Cundiff Craig L. Davis

Lathey to face court on delinquency charge

POMEROY Aug 11 Frank A Lathey of Pomeroy will be taken before Probate Judge Cora B Roberts on Wednesday charged with contributing to the delinquency of a 17 year old girl.

Pomeroy Frank A Lathey Cora B. Roberts

Bing Family First Reunion Planned for Cheshire Yard

Pomeroy August 11 the Bing family public notice announces the first annual reunion to be held in John Scott's yard at Cheshire on August 20.

Cheshire Pomeroy Bing John Scott

Mark Roller Resigns New York Central Post for Parkersburg Insurance Job

Pomeroy August 11 Mark Roller of Columbus resigns from the New York Central offices in Columbus and takes a position with the Western and Southern Insurance Co at Parkersburg. Roller is well known here.

Pomeroy Mark Roller Columbus New York Central Western and Southern Insurnce Co Parkersburg Roller $E

Meigs County Arm Club Members to Leave for Camp

Eighteen members of the Meigs County arm club depart for camp at Sora Gallia county on Wednesday. The event will bring an estimated 125 members from Gallia Meigs and Lawrence counties to the camp.

Pomeroy Meigs County Arm Club Sora Gallia Meigs Lawrence

Widow of Henry Hamm Dies in Pomeroy

Mrs Mary Hamm widow of the late Henry Hamm died at her Nease settlement home Sunday evening. She left six children Charles of Dayton Albert of Lancaster Dana Dean Emma and Dora of Nease settlement. Funeral is set for 2 PM Wednesday at the Lutheran church with burial in the Lutheran cemetery.

Pomeroy Maryamm Henry Amm Neasettlement Charles Dayon Albert Lancaster Dana Ehn Emma Dora Nease Dattlement Nery Lutheran Cemery

Fines Proclaimed for Drunkenness In Pomeroy

George Tomas and Russell Steel were fined by Squire Gilmore after arrest for intoxication. Tomas paid $12.20, Steel $17.20, and William Peyton $23.20 for the same offense.

Pomeroy George Tomas Russell Steel Squire Gilmore Thomas Steel William Peyton Ayoress

Hansford Chase Committed to Mental Institute

Hansford Chase, son of Hiram Chase of Car lPenter, was committed to the feeble minded institute by Probate Judge Cora B. Roberts on Monday in Pomeroy.

Pomeroy Hansford Chase Hiram Chase CarlPenter Cora B. Roberts

Bethel Pierce Sues for Divorce in Pomeroy

Bethel Pierce files for divorce from Alec Pierce in Pomeroy cite extreme cruelty. She seeks alimony and custody of their minor child. Married July 1923.

Pomeroy

State without definite clews state without definite clews

Pomeroy August 11. Prosecutor D Curtis Reed reports no tangible blows toward identifying the persons who set fire to the Blackstone Power house and Essex Apple Saturday morning.

Pomeroy Evey D. Curtis Reed Perns Blackstone &Opple Power House Essex

Pomeroy Briefs Highlight Local Travel and Visits

Mr and Mrs Fred Crow and children and Miss Owens of Pom ery left Monday for Cincinnati where they will spend the week. Rollin Jones William Locke Frank McCormick and C H Sisson of Athens were week end guests of Carl Wolfe and Ethan Harper. W C Roberts of Racine high school faculty has taken a years leave to finish at Ohio State. Carl Wolfe left on a motor trip to Columbus Middletown and Cincinnati. Mrs P A Angellite went to Galapolis Monday for a short visit. Mr and Mrs Martin McDoyle of Liverpool are visiting relatives and friends of Pomeroy. Mr and Mrs C C Cooper and Cooper of Cleveland are visiting Mr and Mrs Arthur Fick of Mincoin Hil. Dr and Mrs S A McCullough Mr and Mrs Philip Meinhart returned Sunday after a tour through the East.

Pomeroy Bend Fred Crow Miss Owens Pomeroy Cincinnati Rollin Jones William Locke Frank McCormick C. H. Sisson Athens Carl Wolfe Ethan Harper W. C. Roberts Racine High School Ohio State University Columbus Middletown P. A Angellite Gal Mpolis Martin McDoyle Liverpool Rela C. C. Cooper Cooper Cleveland Arthur Fick Mincoin Hil A. McCullough Philip Meinhart Will Ackley Granville Myra J. A. Smith C. P. Haney Arthur Johnson Plantz Hazel Austen Eloise Brailey Akron Eunice Reed Mike Lares Florida J. E. Rowe Jackson Nellis Max Roller Syracuse Conrad Betzing Chester Silver Ridge Alfonse de Petro Joe Lares Pete Whipple Huntington Phillip Meter Lewis Roush Leroy Manter Delaware Caroline Davis Katherine Croy Caldwell Herman Strauss Sarah Phillips Paul Brandenburg Rosalind Eberbach Harrisburg Annie Mott Winifred George McQuigg Ralph Henderson Middleport Joe Hysell Bailey Run C. Y. Bridgeman Frances Price Canal Winchester Gilbert Rummell Will A. Ruth Chicago Fomeroy National First City

Pomeroy Businessmen Back Prizes for Eighth Grade Contest

The business men of Pomeroy contributed prizes for an eighth grade commencement contest to be held on the fair grounds August 22. The piece lists multiple local residents traveling, visiting, and business trips, with several names and places such as Granville Athens Cincinnati and Mackinaw Island noted among residents.

Chicago Police Chief Claims Half Force Involved in Bootlegging

Chicago police chief says half the force may be tied to bootlegging while the department denies widespread corruption. The comment follows ongoing investigations and staffing scrutiny amid public concern over law enforcement integrity.

Chicago

Baseball doubleheader clocked in sixty five minutes

Two major league clubs played a game in 65 minutes in a rare quick contest. The report notes it was perhaps the first time this season that every player on both rosters had a date set for the same night.

Belief Shifts From Santa to Millionaire Speculation

A quip notes a change in questions for children from believing in Santa Claus to doubting or praising the idea of millionaires with Rolls Royce cars. The remark reflects social attitudes toward wealth and fantasy in modern times.

Expedition Returns With 249 Specimens Of Strange Fish

An exploring expedition has returned with 249 specimens of unusual fish. The report notes uncertainty over whether the collection includes a night-sitting fish seen at six day bike races.

Oyster Shucking Championship Kicks Off in Louisiana

The oyster shucking championship is set to begin in Louisiana with the event billed as an honest shell game on the level. Local competitors and spectators anticipate a fast paced contest and regional bragging rights.

Louisiana

Dempsey Aims for Publicity Beyond Wills Match

Dempsey seeks broader attention through the upcoming Wills bout, turning media focus toward himself and his film work as he pursues fame beyond the rings.

Mr. Dempsey

Miller Huggins Sees Pitchers Finding Themselves

Huggins notes his pitchers are just finding their stride while batters have consistently hit well all season, signaling a shift or ongoing struggle for the pitching staff amid the team's results.

Miller Huggins

Giants Face Fifth Straight Loss in Tough Slide

The Giants dropped five games in a row as a rough stretch continues. The slump shows the team struggles to stay ahead as misfortune compounds on the field.

Giants

Walker Confident About Clash With Shades

The report notes Mickey Walker remains positive about his chances against Dave Shades, with Walker alone expressing conviction at this stage.

Coed Athletes Carry Ice as Condition Improves

Report notes that athletes are carrying ice to stay cool during practice. If trend continues the A A U may need to supervise the ice supply and distribution.

Giants Pitcher McQuillan Sued for Divorce

A Giants pitcher named McQuillan faces divorce proceedings after a life described as fast. The report notes his on field speed but centers on the legal action rather than sporting details.

McQuillan Giants

Fighters tumble into fans surprise during bout

A boxing crowd sees unexpected action as several fighters slip toward the stands. The incident sparks brief confusion and commentary on crowd control and athlete safety.

Baseball Leaders and Totals From August Season

National and American league leaders listed with player totals for home runs and individual achievements. Notable names include Hornsby Cardials 30, Williams Browns 24, Meusel Yankees 23, Bottomley Cardinals 19, Simmons Athletics 19, and Kelly Giants 16. totals show August results across leagues with top athletes and clubs cited.

Simmons Athletics Jacobson Browns Boone Red Sox Braves National American Hornsby Cardinals Williams Browns Hartnett Cubs Meusel Yankees Bottomley Kelly Giants

Gowdy to Pilot Columbus Manager Position

Hank Gowdy of the New York Giants is due in Columbus to sign a contract to manage the Columbus team in the American Association next season. Manager Molesworth has resigned effective at season’s end.

Cap or Glove Contact For Ball Penalty In Baseball

If a player throws a cap or glove at the ball contact is not required for a foul to be charged but the act is illegal. Penalties include an ejection from the game and possible suspensions or fines depending on the rules body and the game level.

Baseball Penalties for Glove or Cap Contact with Ball

The text explains that tossing a cap or glove at a ball is not a foul unless the item in fact touches the ball. If contact occurs, penalties differ by contact type: three bases for a batted ball and all runners scoring those on base, or two bases for a thrown ball. It notes players occasionally react impulsively during game breaks.

Night game ends in near riot at Hewitt Boden Josten clash

In a darkness halted Hewitt Boden and Josten's contest the crowd surged onto the diamond as Pearce raced home on a ground ball. Umpire Beverage halted play after 14 18 score with confusion and lingering dispute over whether the game would count.

Hewitt-Boden-Josten Pearce Rome Beverage McKinley Sharp Jostens Iver Darnell Barstow Hewitt- Boden Willard Darnell Floormakers Harry Russell Pete Lenhardt Darnell Harlow Morgan Cady Duke Pennell

Charley Schmidt Faces Baseball Fracture Hallmark Record

Francisco note reports Charley Schmidt, a veteran catcher, may hold the record for the most fractures in baseball with 30 finger breaks across 24 seasons. He played for Mobile in 1915 setting a durable pace with 156 consecutive games behind the plate and later had roles as player manager and owner in the minors before coaching in Brooklyn in 1923.

Charley Schmidt Charley Schmidt Mobile Ty Cobb Detroit Brooklyn Francisco

Oldtime Batting Echoes From Base Hit Archives

A vivid reminiscence recalls Speaker and Cobb as famed base hit collectors, evoking a bygone era when Broadway stars like Lillian Russell shone and Red Haven offered a headache balm.

Speaker Cobb Lillian Russell Broadway Red Haven

Hewitt Boden Edges TOUS In Slugfest After Controversy

In a 14 to 13 Hewitt Boden victory over TOUS, a disputed call delayed play as managers and the advisory board settled a base award. McKinley and Darnell led with two base hits each, Pearce hit a homer, and pitchers McKinley and Russell split innings amid a foggy night and crowd interference.

Cady Jostens Wright Hewitt-Boden Tous Beaks Podroe McKinley B. Darnell J. Russell C. Russell Harlow Morgan Figgins Lenhardt C. Russel Pearce Sharp Barstow W. Darnell H. Russell Russell I. Darnell Maurer Darnell MecKinley Beverage Pierre Josten Morgan SS Pearce Ib Scatman Eae Boling Figgina Senor Sheer Hewitt Eeer i BR. Darnell Tolnar H Tussell Sb Dorn Cf Teehee McQuade Cy. Russell

Athens Golfers Enter Southeastern Ohio Tournament

Ten players from the Athens Country Club will compete Wednesday and Thursday at Chillicothe Country Club for the individual prize cup. Six Athens men will form a team to chase the club team cup among seven teams Jackson Wellston Athens Lancaster Chillicothe Marietta Portsmouth Washington Do H. Key Athens players include Grover Swanson McKinstry Edwin Chubb Jr Major Johnson Robert Wood Dr I D H Biddle and Russ Finsterwald I W Bush.

Athens Country Club Chillicothe Country Club Athens Jackson Wellston Lancaster Chillicothe Marietta Portsmouth Washington Groiver, Swanson McKinstry Edwin Chubb, Jr Major Johnson Robert Wood ID. H. Biddle Ind Russ Finsterwald I. W. Bush

Last Night's Fights Highlight Columbus Showdowns

Details from Columbus boxing cards last night show Joe Schyra 18 from Dayton defeating Johnny Vapke of Cleveland in six rounds. Lou Bloom of Columbus drew with Al Dundee of Cleveland in six. Silent Frankie from Cleveland out pointed Jackie Mellman of Columbus in featherweight. Eddie Conrad of Cleveland won by referees decision in five over Young Ketchell of Columbus recently from Louisville. Tommy Bates of Columbus beat Jack Pence in middleweight. Danny Kramer of Philadelphia stopped George Chaney in 59 seconds. Joe Dundee of Baltimore stopped Nate Goldman in third. Sailor Friedman of Philadelphia and Joe Gans of Allentown drew in ten. Carl Tremaine of Cleveland beat Jimmy Mende of Philadelphia in ten.

Columbus Joe Schyra Dayton Johnny Vapke Cleveland Lou Bloom al Dundee Silent Frankie Jackie Mellman Eddie Conrad Young Ketchell Louisville Tommy Bates Jack Pence Philadelphia Danny Kramer George Chaney Baltimore

Tagging the Bases Dodgers wield early lead in pennant battle

The Reds drop two to the Dodgers by 7 to 3 and 13 to 7, narrowing the gap at league leadership. Dodgers slug Luque and Biemiller in game one and Benton and Brady in game two. Meanwhile the Macks rally with a five run eighth, topped by Simmons nineteenth homer to beat the Browns 6 to 4.

Reds Dodgers Luque Biemiller Benton Brady Simmons Browns

Giants Win First Series Game In Muddy Duel

The Giants beat the Pirates 2 to 1 in the inaugural series game. Scott and Meadows pitched well, while a wild pitch by Meadows allowed Young to score the decisive run in the fourth.

Giants Pirates Scott Meadows Young

Indians Lose In Ninth As Senators Win Eight to Two

The Indians squandered a late lead and fell 8 to 2 as Ruether shut the door in the ninth. The Cardinals, sparked by Ring’s contributions, coasted to a 6 to 8 win over the Phillies.

Ty Cobb Leads Tigers to 8–7 Win Over Red Sox

Ty Cobb stars for the Tigers in an uphill game, singling in the tenth, advancing on a sacrifice, stealing third, and scoring on an infield out to edge the Red Sox 8 to 7.

Ty Cobb Red Sox Tigers

Meeming Yo Meeming Yo Ranked No 7 Last Season

Meeming Yo Meeming Yo showed rapid improvement and enters as a comer after finishing last season ranked seventh.

Ragged game with sharp rallies in steady match

The match followed orthodox lines with a faulty backhand undercut. The forehand drive stood out as the best shot, cleanly hit and powerful, making returns extremely difficult. The player showed speed, alertness, and solid tactics on fast courts.

Service, Smash and Volley Play Emerges Strongly

A tennis note praises aggressive net play and baseline effort, commending solid doubles tactics and courteous conduct. It lauds the player as a real sportsman and popular figure with a well conceived doubles game.

Western States Champion Wrestler Profile 1922

Handicapped by frail physique yet exhibited great fighting spirit and courage. Noted as Western States champion in 1922 with strong doubles in 1921-22 and participation in the All-Comers meet of 1922.

Hoosier Wimbledon Competitor Gains Notable Experience

A Indiana native from Indianapolis represented the United States at Wimbledon this season. He made a strong showing and gained exceptional experience, stating he needs it for future competition.

United States Indianapolis

Miss Gertrude Ederle Aims Channel Crossing From Dover

Miss Gertrude Ederle of New York began her attempt to swim the English Channel from Dover in hopes of becoming the first woman to reach America. Paris dispatches note she faced freshening winds and rough seas as she started after a failed previous attempt by Argentine champion Miss Lillian Harrison.

Dover England Gertrude Ederle New York America Paris Lillian Harrison

Peden Sound Gridiron Call for Sept 10

Ohio University coach Don Peden announces two daily practice sessions beginning September 15 with about 35 players reporting. Key players out include Keps linger Moritz ODonnell Barrett Herbert and Collinegs. Gamber Sayles Longley and Conkle may return.

Ohio University Don Peden Kepslinger Moritz O'Donnell Barrett Herbert Collinegs Gamber Sayles Longley Conkle Peden Ohio Hop Smith Guthrie Athens Jarvie Toledo Serena Shafer Veden Shafer Duncan George Gardner Young Willison Marietta Kennard Sweeney Wise Blythe

Yesterday results in American Association games

Scores show Columbus defeated Minneapolis 7 to 4 and Milwaukee beat Indianapolis 7 to 4. St Paul won 13 to 11 over Louisville, Kansas City 2 edged Toledo, New York 2 beat Pittsburgh 1, Brooklyn 7 over Cincinnati and 13 to 7 over Cincinnati, St Louis 5 over Philadelphia 3, Boston 5 over Chicago 3, Washington 3 over Cleveland 2, Detroit 8 over Boston 7, Philadelphia 6 over St Louis 4. No more games scheduled.

Pittsburgh New York Cincinnati Brooklyn Souls Hiladelphia Chicago Boston Philadelphia Washington Detroit St. Louis Leveland Loston Peewee Tones American Association Louisville See Indianapolis Minneapolis Kansas City Milwaukee Toledo Columbus St. Paul Cleveland

Games Today Matchups Across The League

The schedule lists nine games today across the league with Minneapolis facing Somnenawen and St Paul meeting Indianapolis. Other matchups include Kansas City at Louisville Brooklyn at Cincinnati New York at Pittsburgh Philadelphia at St Louis Boston at Chicago Cleveland at Washington St Louis at Philadelphia Detroit at Boston and Chicago at New York.

American Assocs Minneapolis Somnenawen St

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