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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1926

Page

3

Bituminous Coal Stocks Nearly Normal After Winter Strike

Stocks of bituminous coal held by commercial buyers and retailers stood at 39 million tons on July 1, up 3.6 million from May 1 as production outpaced consumption. The July 1 level matched June 1, 1925, and the stock could sustain 34 days at May–June consumption rates. Lin ed reports show cargo bituminous coal dumped at Lake Erie ports totaled 75,907 tons for the week ended August 8, with season totals over last year by more than 2 million tons.

Nelsonville Federal Bureau of Mines Lake Erie Bettter

Old Timers Fall Before Barbers in Exhibition

Nelsonville Aug 17 John Reeds Old Timers were shut out by Ed dies Barbers sixteen to zero at the playgrounds. J Smith and Reili ford led the Old Timers while Gilbert Smith and Jenkins starred for the Barbers.

Nelsonville John Reed Eddie J. Smith Reiliford Gilbert Smith Jenkins

Connett Church Homecoming Set at Nelsonville

Nelsonville August 17 The annual Connett church homecoming and reunion will be held Sunday September 5. A basket dinner will be enjoyed. Good speaking and music will feature the program.

Nelsonville Connett Church Jood Speaking

Surprise Birthday Party at Jobs Held for Mrs Matheny

A surprise party gathered at the home of Mr and Mrs William Brooks in Jobs to honor the birthday of Mrs Jane Matheny. Guests included numerous Matheny relatives plus families from Murray City Mull Field Trimble Nelsonville and Dayton with ten great grand children attending. Ice cream cake and lemonade were served.

William Brooks Jobs Jane Matheny Joshua Matheny Albert Matheny James Garner William Lantz James Ruth Hannahs David Margaret Harvey Gertrude Campbell Lottie Jewitt Florence Wooley Brady Wooley Shelton Murray City Amos Matheny Mullfield John Jewett John Skinner Pearl Jewett Colman Matheny Trimble Earl Matheny Nelsonville

Kings Heralds Welcome New Members at Dailey Home

The Kings Heralds were entertained at Dorothy Dailey's home on Friday evening with a good attendance. Two new members joined the society, and guests included Esther Laff of Columbus, Nelle and Agnes Dailey. Ice cream and cake were served after the program.

Nelsonville Kings Heralds Dorothy Dailey Esther Laff Columbus Nelle Agnes Dailey

Local Twilight League Schedule Highlights Local clubs

Westerners and the Sugar Bowls clash for cellar position at the city grounds tonight. Wednesday features Athenas versus Central, followed by Eddie's Barbers against the Buckeyes on Thursday. Standings show Buckeyes 5 6? 1000 and Eddie's Barbers 5 9? 833 with other teams close in the race.

Nelsonville Westerners Sugar Bowls City Playgrounds Athenas Eddie's Barbers Buckeyes W. L. Pet. Buckeyes Sry Porooen Csiivskan Ead Cas Cs Ca Kekkes Ss Eee Ken Mer. Tow . Kosecu Ee

McLaughlins to Take California Vacation

Nelsonville Aug 17 Mr and Mrs L McLaughlin depart for California for a thirty days vacation with relatives. Mr McLaughlin is a veteran railroad man of the city who has taken only two brief vacations in forty six years of duty.

Caliporntia Nelsonville L. McLaughlin California Hiey McLaugh

Mrs Maud Smith Visits Columbus Kin Here

Mrs Maud Smith of Columbus spent the week end here with her parents Mr and Mrs B Han.

Maud Smith Columbus Mra D. B. Han

Child Thomas Cook Buried After Street Car Tragedy

The two and a half year old Thomas Cook, son of Mr and Mrs Harold Cook, died after a street car accident in Cleveland Friday. His funeral services were held at the Latter Day Saints church in Nel sonville, conducted by Rev Hanna, with burial at Greenlawn. The family also has a young daughter remaining.

Nelsonville Thomas Cook Harold Cook Cleveland George Wallace Chestnut Street Church of the Latter Day Saints Hanna Shawnee Greenlawn

Surprise Birthday for Mrs Stephenson by Relief Corps

Ladies of the Woman's Relief Corps gathered Monday evening at Mrs. John A. Stephenson’s home to honor her eighty fifth birthday. Friends shared refreshments, presented flowers, and enjoyed a delightful evening with attendees including Mrs. Mary Willis, Mrs. Mattie Weekley, Mrs. Gertrude Pensyle, Mrs. Dellance Masters, Mrs. Myrtle Brooks, Mrs. Alice L. Anderson, Mrs. Sophia Mann, Mrs. Florence Whitmore, Miss Phebe Clemens, and Mrs. Louise Weekley.

Nelsonville Woman's Relief Corps John A. Stephenson Stephenson Mary Willis Mattie Weekley Gertrude Pensyle Dellance- Masters Myrtle Brooks Alice L. Anderson Sophia Mann Florence Whitmore Phebe Clemens Louise Weekley

Mothers Club Meeti ng in Jacksonville

The regular monthly meeting of the Mothers club of Jacksonville will be held at the Methodist parsonage on Wednesday evening at 8:00 P M. An interesting program has been prepared. Refreshments will be served. All members and others interested are invited and urged to attend.

Jacksonville Mothers Club of

Largest orang-outang measured in historic notes

Report notes the largest orang-outang ever measured stood 4 feet 6 inches tall with a 42 inch chest and a arm span of 8 feet from fingertip to fingertip.

Traction Petition Granted by Judge Worstell

Abner Juniper and others win a motion in the Hocking Sunday Creek Traction suit as Judge L G Worstell grants the petition to have the receiver distribute funds and bonds. Defendants may appeal with a $1000 bond.

Abner Juniper Hocking Sunday Creek Traction Company L. G. Worstell

Relatives Visit Jackson Day Trip with Springers

Mr. and Mrs. Marion Springer and Mrs. Jennie Bean drove from Columbus to Jacksonville on Sunday to spend the day with Mrs. Bean’s sisters Mrs. Mollie Lauser and Mrs. Ida South and other relatives. They returned Sunday evening.

Jacksonville Marion Springer Jennie Bean Columbus

Kellogg optimistic on U S entry to world court

Secretary of State Kellogg expressed confidence the United States will be admitted to the World Court despite stringent congressional conditions. He noted only four of forty eight nations have approved American entrance and suggested patience may yield final acceptance.

Paul Smith N. Y Coolidge League of Nations Congress Kellogg White House United States

Canada's farm wealth tops record at year end

Canada's gross agricultural wealth was estimated by the bureau of statistics at 7 832 912 000 for the last year, up from 7 508 257 000 the previous year, signaling continued growth in the sector.

Canada Bureau of Statistics

Favorable U.S. Trade Balance in July

Washington reports July exports at 369.9 million dollars and imports at 338.0 million, yielding a 38.09 million dollar trade surplus. For the first seven months of 1926 the cumulative exports reached 2.57629 billion while imports totaled 2.64986 billion, a technically unfavorable year so far.

Washington U.P United States Commerce Department

Ton-Tone System Tonic claims weight gain and pep boost

Advertisement touts John’s Ton Tone System Tonic as a guaranteed method to gain three to ten pounds, claiming it blends cod liver oil extract with iron and hypophosphites. It promises safe use for children, easy taste, and a money back guarantee via The Cline Pharmacy if not satisfied.

John Cline Pharmacy

Drug frenzied man arrested Monday to tell his story

A suspect linked to the Mellett case is taken into custody after a late night gathering at the justice of the peace. Maser, named in statements by informers, faces police charges tied to an ambush shooting of the editor amid a broader crime plot.

Tors Justice of the Peace Cleveland Justice Correll Roach Maser Mellett Steve Koscholk Patrick McDermott Koscholk McDermott Massillon Canton Nake

Woman files divorce petition in Jacksonville

Goldie Binderbasin of Jacksonville files for divorce from James Binderbasin a miner in Jacksonville alleging repeated fist blows and assaults since their June 4 marriage with no children born to the couple.

Dvorce Goldie Binderbasin Jacksonville James Binderbasin

Pilots to Wed High Above Broadway in Wedding

Dr. Harry C. McKown of the University of Pittsburgh will marry Miss Ruth I. Hord of Phillips High School Birmingham today. The ceremony occurs 4,000 feet above Broadway signaling a study of aeronautics applied to modern life.

New York Harry C. McKown University of Pittsburgh Ruth I. Hord Phillips High School Birmingham Ala Broadway

How to Reduce Swollen Veins with Emerald Oil

Many readers are told no remedy exists for swollen veins. Buy Moone's Emerald Oil two ounces and apply as directed at home to see improvement until veins return to normal. The product is widely sold, offers money back if dissatisfied, and is available at first class drug stores.

Moone

Summer Colds and Malaria Remedies at Lash's Drug Store

The notice describes treating summer colds as malaria, praising quinine and Rey's Cold Tablets containing cinchonine with mild quinine properties. It notes a formula with Aconite Capsicum Ipecac and Vodophyllin for headless relief, plus Podoophyllin laxative to cleanse the system. The ad claims these products are best for winter or summer colds.

Rey

Were Wedded at Floodwood Chauncey Aug 17

Hazel Holmes and Roy P Anderson of East Liverpool wed at the bride’s Floodwood home with Rev Morrel officiating. A three course wedding dinner followed. The couple plan to live in East Liverpool then winter in Fort Lauderdale Florida for Mr Anderson’s carpentry work. Guests listed include families from Floodwood Chauncey The Plains Athens Murray City and Chauncey.

Chauncey Dr. Holmes Floodwood Hazel Roy P., Anderson East Liverpool Morrel Anderson A. H. Boggs Marion Doris John Florence Boggs Athens Oscar McGee Marguerite Oscar Orland Vera Orris McGee the Plains Harry Bittner Gerald Ruth Jean Helen Bittner Murray City Ona Mae Sweeney Reuben Lanning Calvin Lanning Dorothy Miller Wanda Guy Holmes Ralph

Chauncey group visits Buckeye Lake then travels to Columbus

William Franz and several Chauncey residents Miss Anna Franz Miss Gaile Figgins Miss Grace Smith and Miss Anne Deinert spent Sunday at Buckeye Lake. They proceeded to Columbus where they joined Miss Smith on her return to the office training school. Miss Deinert is visiting Chauncey from Pittsburgh and staying with her cousin Miss Anna Franz.

Chauncey William Franz Anna Franz Gaile Figgins Grace Smith Anne Deinert Buckevea Lake Columbus Miss Smith Office Training School Dennert Pittsburgh

Junior C E Society to Hold Meeting at Chauncey Church

The Junior Christian Endeavor of Chauncey Christian Church will meet in the Sunday school room on Wednesday evening for a business and social session. New members will be received. James Nye serves as superintendent.

Chauncey Junior Christian Endeavor Society Chauncey Christian Church James Nye

Sayers Family Attends Saints Church Camp Meeting

Mr and Mrs CC Sayers and son Allen with Mrs Ella Tedrick returned from Springfield after attending the Saints church annual camp meeting held in the city with a large attendance.

Chauncey CC. Sayers Allen Ella Tedrick Springfield the Saints Church

Sunday Guests for Mrs Shingler of Chauncey

Mrs George Shingler invited Sunday guests to Chauncey including Mr and Mrs Charles Woodard and daughter Eleanor and Elsworth Shingler from Benwood Ohio for an over Sunday visit.

Chauncey George Shingler Charles Woodard Eleanor and Elsworth Shingler Benwood Ohio

Social notes from Chauncey and surrounding towns

Miss Thelma Davis and Miss Nellie Eby host and guest in Chauncey while visitors travel through Glouster The Plains and Columbus. Dayton guests Theodore Kelsen Burg and son Theodore Jr stay with Fred Ross in May Avenue. Donnie Shingler returns from Parkersburg to Chauncey for the weekend.

Thelma Davis Ernest Smith Plains Theodore Kelsenburg Theodore, Jr Dayton Fred Ross May Avenue Nellie Eby Glouster the Plains Harold Thompson Nelsonville Chauncey Sunday Charles FE. Headley Frances C. R. Howard

Birthday celebration at Millfield honors Mrs B S Book

Mr and Mrs Charles Vincent hosted a birthday dinner at their Millfield home for Mrs B S Book, mother of Mrs Vincent. Guests included Mr and Mrs B S Shook, Lola Mingus, Mr and Mrs Clyde Shook and children, Walter Gerald Everett and Harry, Elza Moody and son Dean, and Vance Vincent. Gifts were exchanged for the occasion.

Charles Vincent Millfield Elza Moody Dean Vance Shook Miss Mingus

Domestic business predicted to top 100 billion in 1926

Chicago Aug 17 1926 Domestic business for 1926 is forecast to exceed 100 billion dollars. The Central division of the National Association of Credit Men published a report saying business conditions are sound and the credit system works, but it warns businessmen to guard against reckless credit use.

Chicago U.P Central Division National Association of Credit Men

Special Grand Jury Probes Election Fraud in Chicago

A special grand jury met in Chicago on August 17 to investigate election fraud and gang influence. It is the fourth such inquiry since the murder of Deputy State's Attorney William A. McSwiggin five months ago. While no indictment has tied to the McSwiggin homicide, the probe into election fraud has produced sixty indictments.

Chicago Depw William A. McGgin MecSwiggin Couneter

Also Mentioned on This Page

Federal Bureau of Mines Issues Statistics Helen West Josephine Porter Mary Goodspeed Corwin Andrews Ted Garrett Alma Johnson Bernice Johnson Parkersburg James R. Parker Avalon Hick Norfolk William Hick Mothers Club Donahey Vic Donahey Myers Cooper Cincinnati Cooper Raymond Cooper I. M. Judy America Gerhard Folgero Norway Boston Lief Erickson Cape Ann Coast Guard Philadelphia Rewig Hobson For Children Gibson Pharmacy Prescription Department Store Chauncey, Ohio Lash'’S Drug Store Hazel Holmes Roy P. Anderson Buckeye Lake Rexall Drug Store the Cline Pharmacy Co Uckoff Oleliniecay William Blackston Josephine Orbiston G. BK. Courtney Lottie Spielman Marie Morgan Donnie Shingler W. Va Macy The Giine Pharmacy Thens Foster Ens Drm Kerr Hardware
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