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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1925
Page
5
Mr and Mrs Robert Whiley and Mr and Mrs Gurney Nixon of Lancaster were Thursday guests of Mr and Mrs Moore at 38 West Carpenter Street. They gathered around a camp fire enjoying the swings benches and comfortable chairs on the camp site.
Mrs E Siivus and Mr William Siivus return home from a week long motor tour visiting Minford Sciotoville Portsmouth Chile and Cincinnati with relatives along the Ohio River.
Mrs. Fred White and her son C R White returned from a week long motor trip to Decatur Til They visited there with the former's son Elder H E White and family
Mrs. W. E. Moler and Mrs. C. L. Jones hosted a birthday dinner at the Harry McKinstry camp in Harmony for their husbands. About 60 guests, including distant visitors Mrs. C. E. Skinner and Mr. W. M. Coe, attended a cafeteria style meal followed by an impromptu toast program and a closing chorus of America led by Mrs. Earl T. Dailey.
Dr. Paul McLaughlin and his family of Guysville have set an indefinite stay at Mt. Clemens Michigan, awaiting further arrangements and medical guidance.
Mr and Mrs M E and their daughters Mary Ja Evan J Jones and Martha leave today by motor for Cedar Point for a week's outing.
Mrs W L Powers who has been visiting her sister Mrs W L Hottel at 60 North Congress street returned today to her home in Wheeling West Virginia.
Mr. and Mrs. Victor Pierce with daughters Marian and Alice, Ruth Pierce, Mrs. Mary Bobo, and Grace Alexander of Newcomerstown traveled in a car visiting places across Northern Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Ontario and Michigan during the journey.
Mr and Mrs O D Dailey of Albany are guests this week of Mr and Mrs Earl T Dailey at 98 North Congress Street while they look after interests at the Athens county fair.
Miss Mary Louise Hartnell, a student at Lake Erie College for Girls in Painesville, is the guest of her aunt Mrs. J Halliday Cline and Mr. Cline at 37 North Congress Street.
A visitor arrives to stay with relatives, accompanying Miss Bertha McVay who has been visiting at the Skinner residence. They are currently the guests of Dr and Mrs C L Jones at 8 University Terrace.
Mr and Mrs James Ginnan arrive home last night from Columbus. They are accompanied by their daughter Mrs O E Gateman and her children who will stay for a visit.
The Aug lesson reviews Acts 16 19 34 where Paul and Silas jailed after freeing a possessed girl find solace in prayer and song at midnight An earthquake opens doors and frees all inmates The jailer fears for his life asks what to do to be saved and vows to convert his household after hearing the gospel Proposed takeaway highlights faith in Christ and practical faith lived out in the jailer household.
Franklin county prosecutors plan to instruct Sheriff Gump and all justices of the peace that the Crabbe dry laws ban any release from jail. John H. King will order against suspending fines, paroling prisoners, or releasing on bond to secure fines.
A message lists Mrs Raymond A Bradshaw and Miss J leading the girls quartette for bone service. Rev. Sherewood will speak at the evening service and preside over a 6:15 meeting. The text notes Rev. and church pastor roles in forthcoming events.
The Methodist church outlines Sunday school at 9 15 morning service led by Rev W G Parker with an evening session at 7 30. The preacher family and Parker organize discussion titled Foolish . Or Bargains.
Fragmentary church notice lists Sunday school at 9:30 and a testimony meeting on Wednesday. Reading room events on Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from 2:00 to 4:00. Mentions a Golden Text from Iona and a theme about believing in Christ Jesus.
Rural Pennsylvania report notes no services at Hebbardsville Church on Sunday 22 due to a hominy event. Carthage arrangements include a 9:30 school, 10:00 sermon by Dr. Whiting, 1:30 address, and a picnic dinner at dusk with Whiting speaking again.
The Central Ave M E Church posts no morning sermon at the church with Sunday school led by C A S Pickering. A Plains 1st church Home League meets at 6 30. Evening worship at 7 20. Clarks Chapel and Factory church have no services. Quarterly conference moved from September 2 to 9 at 7 30.
M B Circuit minister Laud F Miller leads Canaanville with Sunday school at 9 00, worship at 10 30, Epworth League at 7 50. In Guyasville, Sunday services follow.
More than forty candidates took the teachers' examination at 10 a m Friday under H R McVay superintendent of the Athens equity school A special exam will be held Saturday September 26 the last until April 1926 McVay says about half seek renewal of one year certificates by passing one subject the principles of teaching if four and a half hours of normal training have been completed since the last exam A one year certificate can be renewed only twice before seeking a three year credential.
Funeral arrangements were under way for Julius A. Kremer 79 a prominent local architect and Humboldt lodge of Masons oldest past master He was the first man ever raised in that lodge and a direct descendant of Mercatur the Dutch navigator
A reader recalls being refused life insurance due to heart symptoms. After using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy, they credit immediate relief from catarrhal mucus in the intestinal tract and reduced inflammation. The ad claims one dose proves efficacy with money refunded. McKee Drug Co. Athens Gem Pharmacy Nelsonville and druggists everywhere.
A special music service was held in the church with a musical program and congregational participation. Details on performers or hymns were not fully readable in the clipping.
Community church schedule lists a 1:30 p m service at the Oak area with local observer Sal S m and mentions Ireland in the text. The fragmentary notice provides limited concrete details about times or participants.
The notice lists several congregations and service times: Southea town’s News or Ruins Theatre area hosts worship at 9:00 with the first service in three weeks. St John’s holds 1:00 and 2:00 services under Pastor NTER. Trinity Lutheran reports 10:00 divine service and a 2:00 session. Advent Christian notes Sunday services at 10:30 and 8:00 with Bible school at 9:00 and Loyal Workers program at 7:30. An Elmer Bliss era reference appears for Fairfield county.
Reading shows a church notice from First Methodist listing ministers and staff, 9 00 junior church, worship planning, and a sermon by J Holcombe with a Fourth Day conference scheduled Thursday evening.
In Erie on August 28 a burglar alarm sounded at the city hall. Police and detectives rushed to the city treasurer’s office but found the culprits were a pair of rats playing tag and tumbling over the alarm.
Miss Amy Cunningham and Alana Towner nurse led a maternity and child care demonstration at the fair grounds. A large audience of women attended while nurses provided first aid for minor cases caused by heat and overexertion.
Vercee Murphy son of Mr and Mrs Cal Murphy scored 91 out of 100 at Camp Perry on a U S Springfield 30 30 rifle securing the Peters Cartridge Company trophy for first honors at 1000 yards.
A wagon towed by a tractor broke loose on West Union Street striking a plate glass window at Detco Light Galea Room. Proprietor Mr. Early initially feared a burglary after the accident and the store was closed while officials assessed the damage.
Columbus Aug 28 Ex planation of highway policies by State Highway Director Schleysinger and division engineers will be discussed with Governor Donahey at a conference. No drastic changes expected though gravel road construction may continue to be extended.
Friday pick highlights a varied fall schedule with open air concert by a Denver organizer and a one act play The Bracelet. Saturday offers two ball concerts and a teeming music scene with a Marine Band ceremony and tenor Arthear Bauer performance.
The Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co of Lynn Massachusetts is the world's greatest user of roots and herbs. Over half a million pounds are used yearly to manufacture Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Herbs are gathered with care when medicinal elements are strongest, contributing to the remedy's reputation for aiding women's health.
Two jockeys were thrown in the third race at Thuredas's program. Both horses tumbled and Berg died two hours later from a fractured leg. It is the first fatality at Reuvlah Park this season and the third since racing began there. Albert Arvin died in August 1938 and Frank Lux perished in the spring meeting after a fall.
Two residents prevented a Hull area home from burning as neighbors and community members acted quickly to contain the incident and safeguard the property.
The term cotton is believed to derive from an Arabic root kottn. This etymology highlights historical linguistic connections between trade and textile terminology across cultures.
Readable fragments suggest a racing turnset issue or miscue during a pace cycle. The text implies a problem in pacing or field sequencing without clear names, places, or outcomes due to damaged OCR.
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