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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1926

Page

10

Amiesite Resurfacing of Main Street Begins in Logan

City crews under the service director started applying Amiesite on Main Street at Market, with five carloads to be laid initially. The street work covers from Spring to Walnut, with possible expansion to Gallagher to Orchard if funds allow, funded by the city gasoline tax.

Logan Main Street Market Spring Street Walnut Gallagher Avenue Orchard Street

Creola Man Dies From Eye Infection At 23

George L. Campbell 23 Creola died in Columbus from an infection stemming from an abscess on the left eye after a six week illness. He studied electrical engineering and was a Logan High School graduate of 1923. Survived by father Walter F. Campbell stepmother four brothers and a sister. Funeral at Ebenezer Methodist Church Creola burial there.

Logan Columbus George L. Campbell Creola Walter F. Campbell Campbell Logan High School Ebenezer Methodist Church

Funeral Held at St John’s Church for Mrs Azbell

Funeral services were held at St John’s Lutheran church for Mrs Sarah Azbell 51 wife of J W Azbell who died in Lancaster Monday evening. She was buried in the church cemetery. Born in Laure township Hocking county she lived in the county for years and leaves her husband three daughters and a son. A sister of David Miller Logan Mrs Frank Walker Enterprise and Mrs Frank Harden Laurel township another sister resides in Lancaster.

Logan Sarah Azbell J. W. Azbell Lancaster St. John’s Lutheran Church Enterprise Azhei Laure Hocking County David Miller Frank Walker Frank Harden Laurel Township

Man Recovers Slowly From Gunshot Wound in Cherington

Georgee Note stone remains in Cherington hospital after a gunshot wound to the left leg pierced the pelvis bone causing infection. He is described as recovering slowly and may be discharged soon.

Logan Georgee Notestone Cherrington Hospital

Dill Lanning Wedding Held On Wednesday

Miss Ruth Emily Dill daughter of Mrs. Katie Dill and Wilbur Warren Lanning son of Mr. and Mrs. Warren A Lanning were married at the First Methodist Episco church at four o clock Wednesday afternoon. The Rev A P Cherrington performed the ring ceremony with pink and white gladioli at the altar and seven branch candelabras enhancing the decor.

Local wedding notice for Bernice Gabriel and Wayne Price

Announcement of the forthcoming marriage of Miss Bernice Gabriel and Wayne Price. The couple will wed at the Gabriel residence on Sunday August 15 in Logan with the families J W Gabriel and Charles Price noted as parents.

Logan Kiwanis hears Prof Graham on Facts and Fancies

Prof M M Graham spoke to the Logan Kiwanis Club Tuesday evening. The Ohio State University English instructor, a Hecking County native, delivered a lecture titled Facts and Fancies.

Logan M. M. Graham Logan Kiwanis Club Graham Ohio State University

Nurses training school gains two students at Cherrington hospital

Logan August 13 Miss Vivian Shively of Buchtel and Miss Velma Rairden of New Plymouth entered the three year course at Cherrington hospital to replace Miss Jane Pearson of Nelsonville and Miss Nellie Smart of Haydenville who recently completed courses there.

Women anglers lead in bass catches at Gypsy Lake challenge

In Carmel New York the Anglers club reports more bass caught this season by women than men from Gypsy lake. The men have issued a challenge to a new series of angling contests to restore balance.

Veritzen Shows Quiet Interest Amid Creative Tension

In a tense office scene Madge notes Philip Veritzen’s keen attention to her work and subtle admiration. He cautions her about overwork while his critic’s eye contrasts with her husband’s blunt remarks, revealing emotional complexity behind career pressures.

Lil- Uan

Tomorrow's Horoscope Promises Broad Business Prospects

A lively day is forecast for business and professional activities under favorable astral forces. Jupiter boosts wealth and expands enterprise with new ventures and employment aid likely. Domestic harmony may waver. birthday individuals may gain opportunities and contracts, while a child born today could reach a notable position through talent.

Prohibition to Blame Says Chief Collins

Chicago's Chief of Police Morgan A. Collins says deaths in gang warfare and the citywide crime wave are due to prohibition. He notes bootleggers profit heavily and fuel the violence and crime across Chicago.

Prohibition Chicago U.P Morgan A. Collins

Bribery and Legal Tricks Challenge Dry Laws

A provocative critique argues that bribery and exploiting legal technicalities undermine dry laws and public virtue as citizens grow apathetic toward prohibition enforcement. The piece surveys tactics used to sidestep restrictions and calls for renewed civic accountability.

Saturday's Five Best Features Radio Listings

Radio guide lists top offerings tonight across networks. Highlights include the New York Philharmonic Orchestra from New York at 8:30 E D T on WJZ and Goldman Band concert on WEAF. Other entries feature Skylark from Atlanta and a Davenport band concert.

WJZ New York WGY Schnectady WRC Washington New York Philharmonic Orchestra WEAF WGR Buffalo WWJ Detroit Goldman WSB Atlanta Wwoc Davenport WEAA Dallas

Former Trimble Pastor to Preach at Three Churches

J A Long, minister of North Park church in Indianapolis, will preach at Greens Run at 9 30 a m Taylor Ridge at 2 p m and Trimble at 7 30 p m on Sunday. A former Chauncey and Trimble pastor with a 700 member North Park flock, he is an Ohio University graduate with an MA from Hiram. Local churches expect large crowds due to his regional ties and past service.

Glouster Churches of Christ Trimble Greens Run Taylor Ridge J. A. Long North Park Indianapolis Long Chauncey Ohio University Hiram College Mt. Vernon

Fred Wilson Dies at 37 in Gallipolis Treatment

Fred Wilson of Derthick died at Gallipolis state hospital after a period of treatment. He was 37 and is survived by his wife and two young children. The body was returned to this city by Andrews & Wallace for funeral arrangements pending. He was a son of Mr and Mrs Jesse Wilson of this city.

Glouster Fred Wilson Derthick State Hospital Gallipolis Andrews & Wallace Front Street Wilson Jesse Wilson

Marcellite Rebekah Lodge Meeting Notice

Members of the Marcellite Rebekah lodge are requested to be present at the meeting Saturday evening. Business of special interest to every member will be up for consideration.

Bers Marcellite Rebekah Lodge

Beech Grove Church Homecoming Planned for Sunday

Beech Grove Glouster reports the annual Beech Grove church homecoming set for Sunday on August 9. Elaborate preparations are under way with all former attendees urged to attend. A Columbus speaker has been secured and a special musical program is planned.

Glouster Beech Grove Columbus

England Eyes Mussolini-Tied Moves Before League Meeting

London observers study the Italian Spanish treaty context as Mussolini seeks Spain’s permanent seat on the League of Nations council and Tangier influence. Britain fears North African expansion could pit Italy against France, with hints of strategic moves toward Anatolia.

London C. P League of Nations Germany Spain Great Britain Mussolini League of Nations Council Italy Tangier North Africa France Anatolia

Radio cabinets to headline New York show changes

Washington dispatch notes radio cabinets and speakers will again present the principal changes in receiving set models as the radio season opens with the New York show next month. As last year only slight changes in basic parts are expected and price reductions will be only small according to manufacturers.

Washington Cc. P New York

Market Prices Forecast Keep Steady for Next Seasons

Analysts predict that prices will stay largely unchanged this year with only modest declines. Experts say the trend could hold for two to three more seasons as market dynamics and demand stabilize.

Peanuts Wins Saratoga Champion Handicap Race

Peanuts won the Champion handicap at Saratoga on a rain soaked track. Display, victor in the Empire City handicap in 1921, finished second with Flagstaff the favorite third.

Saratoga Sapings N. Y Peanuts Display Flagstaff

Answers to Questions on Page Five

Student answer key lists names and facts for a page five quiz. It includes Billy Evans, six, five, Hurry Up Yest, American and National League, Wheaton Illinois, Leland Stanford, one stroke under par for a hole, six seasons, British Open, National Open and National Amateur Golf Championships.

Billy Evans Wheaton Leland Stanford

Lemon Juice Whitening Lotion Promises Safe Skin Lightening

A homemade lemon bleach recipe claims to whiten skin with lemon juice and Orchard White sold by druggists. The mixture, shaken and applied to face neck and hands, is said to soften and beautify without irritation and is touted as used by famous stage beauties for freckles sunburn and tan fading.

Pinkey Mitche Edges Tommy White in Milwaukee Bout

Pinkey Mitche of Milwaukee defeated Tommy White of Fort Worth in a 10 round no decision bout at the ball park last night.

Milwaukee Pinkey Mitche Tommy White Fort Worth

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