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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1922

Page

3

Nelsonville officer cleaners up after whiskey find and fine

Ed Taylor pleaded guilty to possessing intoxicating liquor and was fined 200 dollars plus costs after arraignment before Mayor Ice Cune. Chief Pearson and Officer Warner made the arrest following a tip. Three gallons of whiskey were found hidden in bushes near Chauncey a half mile below. The Nelsonville Chamber of Commerce buys a silver loving cup for the county fair horse show prize in the horsemanship class.

Ed Taylor Ice Cune Pearson Warner Chauncey Nelsonville Merce

Five Room Dwelling on Mill Street for Rent

Quiet quick rental notice for a solid five room dwelling on Mill Street. Includes water and lights, basement, and a basement utility area in an elegant location.

Chestnut Street Mill St

Weeded contest ends as crops fill city east Poplar street

Residents note a weed growing contest in progress with outstanding crops seen around the city. The two rots on the east end of Poplar street are nearly filled and officials urge the prominent lot owner to take immediate action. Mrs. E. J. Kessinger spent Tuesday in Lancaster.

Poplar Street E. J. Kessinger Lancaster

Well Known Woman Dies After Illness at 35

After an illness of 11 days Mrs. W. E. Roberts of Chaney street died Sunday at 2 30 pm. Daughter of Mr and Mrs John Russell of Nelsonville Ohio she passed after a brief illness and funeral will be held in Sullivan where she lived 11 years after marriage. She leaves a husband and a late daughter who died two years ago.

W. E. Roberts Chaney Street Roberts John Russell Nelsonville Ohio

Death notices mourn Nelsonville girl in local regions

The husband W. E. Roberts and her parents Mr and Mrs John Russell mourn the loss of wife and mother. Funeral services were held from the late residence at 4 Tuesday afternoon at 2 oclock. The deceased was a former Nelsonville girl with many friends and relatives who regret her death.

W. E. Roberts John Russell Nelsonville

Prohibition Officers Bust Moonshine Network Across Counties

Prohibition officers Baynham and Nash report high activity since August 1 with arrests and fines totaling 11 900. In 20 days six stills were seized and nearly 20 gallons of moonshine whiskey taken in Athens Hocking Perry Scioto and other counties. A Zanesville second offender paid 3 500 and two Bridgeport brothers 1 000 each for about 400 gallons of wine. Nineteen Perry county cases. A Buckingham man 1 000 fine and car confiscated. New Lexington man 500 and other fines down to 100.

Baynham and Nash Athens Hocking Perry Scioto Zanesville Bridgeport Perry County Perry Countain Buckingham New Lexington

Weiss announces birth of Charles Jr. son

Mr and Mrs Chas Weiss announce the birth of a son Sunday weighing eleven and a quarter pounds Grace Wilson formerly of Athens as his godmother The baby has been named Charles Jr.

Chas. Weiss Grace Wilson Athens Charles Jr

Red Men plan final Labor Day celebration details

At the Eagle Tribe No. 179 meeting final Labor Day plans will be completed next Friday at 7 30 PM. All visiting brothers are urged to be present.

Missionary Society to Lead Bible Study at Presbyterian Church

At tonight's regular prayer meeting the Missionary Society will conduct the service and cover Chapters 3 and 4 of their mission study book. A good attendance is anticipated as the book is very interesting.

Presbyterian Church the Missionary Society

Mrs Roudebush Hosts Miss Rice at West Columbus Home

Mrs H Roudebush entertains for the week Miss Zola Marie Rice of Indianapolis. Rev L G Matheny visits Athens to spend today and tomorrow with his sister and attend the county fair.

H. Roudebush Zola Marie Rice Indianapolis Ind

Henrys Move Into Clinton Street Home

Mr and Mrs Ralph Henry moved yesterday into their newly purchased six room bungalo at 43 Clinton Street. The residence, bought from Ivan Kinney, is described as an attractive modern home.

Ralph Henry Clinton Street Henry Ivan Kinney

Two Die as Box Cars Crash into Cleveland Warehouse

An investigation by County Prosecutor Edward C. Stanton followed a railroad accident that killed Harry Friday and Melvin Shore, ages 58 and 55, when nine box cars uncoupled on a Nickel Plate spur and crashed into the Cleveland Builders' Supply warehouse. Evidence could trigger manslaughter indictments if criminal negligence is found.

Cleveland Edward C. Stanton Cleveland Builders’ Supply Company State Industrial Commission Harry Friday Melvin Shore

Peace Efforts Web Ended in New Derologue

Philadelphia August 23 Weary coal workers and operators returned home after deadlocked wage talks in which both sides sought a new conference. Each side presented bids and concessions, arbitration remained a sticking point, and no agreement was reached to avert a winter coal famine.

George W. Williams Philadelphia

Resinol Ointment and Soap Claim Skin Relief

A user recounts severe acne and failed remedies then credits Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap with immediate soreness relief. Pores begin to clear and blotches fade, with skin returning to healthy appearance after a short period. The testimonial ends mentioning the Resinol treatment.

Fall Proves Fatal for Lineman Pfeffer in Newark

Lloyd George Pfeffer a 21 year old lineman for the local telephone company died from injuries after a pole he climbed near Alexander yesterday afternoon broke with him. He died early today in Newark Ohio.

Newark Lloyd George Pfeffer Alexander

Observer argues Cleveland settlement a guarded coal peace

The Messenger piece says the August 18 Observér views the Cleveland agreement as provisional and warns miners against overreaching. It criticizes Miners' Union officers, notes a fact finding board to review grievances, and urges honest, documented testimony from both miners and operator to prevent artificial coal scarcity and ensure fair wages.

Cleveland Miners’ Union Hocking Valley Hocking Observer

Woman's Complex Life and the Lydia E. Pinkham Remedy

The piece argues that women's busy roles cause nervous breakdowns and ailments, urging readers to seek help from letters published in this paper. It promotes Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a safe, drug-free root and herb tonic that has helped women restore health.

Lydia FE Pinkham

Mourning in LA as Police Probe Wife S Locked in Closet Slaying

Investigators in Los Angeles seek the murderer of Fred Oesterreich a wealthy Los Angeles and Milwaukee manufacturer who was killed late last night. His wife, locked in a closet, could not assist. Police press on with a rigid inquiry into the crime.

Los Angeles Cal Fred Oesterreich Milwaukee

Secretary Smith vows to block light wine beer amendment ballot

Columbus August 22. Secretary of State Smith said he will not place the proposed light wine and beer amendment on the November ballot unless a court of competent jurisdiction orders him to do so. The statement was issued Tuesday afternoon in Columbus.

Columbus Smith

Community Gossips and Visits Across Parkerboro

Parkersboro notes report visits by Torch to Baker families and relatives from Alva Baker to Mrs Charley Willett all hospitalized with fever. Florene Ringman wed Rev Lee. locals wish them long life. Romine hosts Aletha Dollings John Thomas and Concuello Cain visiting. Cain aunt to Ferne Romine. Stephenson family guests from Raccoon. Griffin returns from near Zanesville. Belpre resident Delmar Watson visits. Diverse dinner guests at Dunfee home with Marshall Bailey Florence Arnold Norma Ruth Mary Clough and Robert Enochs. Typhoid illness hits Abraham Willett and sons Charley and Harry. Water test on Mrs M A Methew well deemed OK by health authorities. Annie Dunfee visits Parkersboro. Baptist services planned by Rev I A Mater. Dewees home hosts Mabel Dewees and others from Marietta Parkersburg and camp meeting attendance. Kempton welcome with daughter. Albert Edwards and D J McKinney visit Mt. Vernon Sychar camp. Charleston duo J Koch and family stay with Haliam family.

S. AL Baker Aaron Baker Parkershoro Alva Baker Charley Willett Florene Ringman Rev Lee Wiliam Romine Aletha Dollings John Thomas Corning Misa Zanesville Delmar Watson Belpre Arthur Watson Thomas Dunfee Marshall Bailey Cutter Florence Arnold Norma Ruth Bartlett Mary Clough Robert Enochs Maron Ill Alice Dye Columbus Abraham Willett Charley Harry M. A. Methew Annie Dunfee Parkersboro Baptist Church I A Mater Howard Dewees George Elbert Brown Indiana Dewees Georges Dewees Mabel Dewees Marietta Mary Scarlett Ralph Parkersburg

Mr and Mrs Rambo and Emily Return from Lancaster

Mr and Mrs Rambo and Emily have returned from Lancaster, ending a visit that included sightseeing and family time.

Mr. and Mrs. Rambo Emily Lancaster

Tibet, the loftiest region on earth

A concise note highlights Tibet as the highest vast expanse on the planet, emphasizing its extreme altitude and prominent geographic status.

Tibet Earth

Teak Wood Teems as Siam's Chief Natural Product

The article notes teak wood as Siam's key natural product, highlighting its prominence in the country's export profile and economy during the period.

Siam

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