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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1926

Page

3

Nelsonville Chamber of Commerce to elect officers

Nelsonville officials announced a January 6 election date. The nominating committee, led by President Walter Wort, has prepared a ticket including president Tred Johnson and vice president L J Eberle with four directors and other officers listed. Members will receive official ballots prior to the election.

Nelsonville W. 3. Rhodes I. W. Hickman John Hill Co. W. Backus Martin Ohlinger C. A. Sblover

Elks to Hold Memorial Service Next Sunday

The Nelsonville lodge of Elks will observe its twenty six anniversary memorial at the Presbyterian church at 2 30 p m Sunday. Rev Lloyd Evans will deliver the address and the program features songs solos and an address by Evans. Three lodge members died in the past year Fred Cohagan Hiram E Howe and Dr William H Cann.

Nelsonville Ellis Presbyterian Church Lloyd Evans Thomas Mathewson John L. Wilson Ja R. Kelch Chapin L. P. Rice Rice Lodge Fred Cohagan Hiram E. Howe Wm. H. Cann

Rotary urged to limit club projects in Nelsonville talk

Rev. Lloyd Evans, speaking as head of the community service committee, urged the Nelsonville Rotary to act only on club projects when no other group handles the work. He said Rotary should assist individuals or groups but not take on community obligations as a club, except in emergency, and that members should carry the Rotary ideal into their own businesses and professions. He described Rotary as a training ground for individuals to discuss community welfare and noted many agencies already pursuing defined goals in the area.

Nelsonville Rotary Lloyd Evans Rotary Club Community Service Committee Caid Iotary Evans Chamber of Commerce Lodges

Rotary clubs drive community aims through service

A Rotarian speaker hailed the duty of individuals to support community groups including MMe schools and local government agencies. He noted that the business methods committee will lead the program next Tuesday evening.

Mme Business Methods Committee

Fire at Central garage pump in Nelsonville

A gasoline pump at the Central garage filling station on Vayette street caught fire about 6 30 this morning and was put out with slight damage. The hose burned. the station sits beside the fire department. The Keystone and Long Hill Coal companies moved into first floor offices in the Carnes block on West Washington street this week.

Nelsonville Central Garage Vayette Street Keystone and Long Hill Coal Companies Buckeye Carnes Block West Washington Street Beasley Garage

Nelsonville Social Notes Honor Harley Mitchell Birthday

Mr and Mrs Harve Shafer hosted a dinner in honor of Harley Mitchell on his birthday. Attending were Harley Mitchell with his wife and two children Janice and Billy, plus Mr William Mitchell and Miss Lucille Hartiey.

Harve Shafer Harley Mitchell Janice Billy Wiliam Mitchell Lucille Hartiey

Missionary Society Meet Hosted at Mrs Huenefelds Home

The Missionary society of the Christian church will entertain Thursday at 7 o'clock hosted by Mrs Robert Huenefeld on Popular street. The quarter ends with this meeting and members are asked to bring their dues.

Missionary Society of the Christian Church Robert Huenefeld Popular Street Glouster Marcellite Rebekah Lodge I. N. McHarg New Marshfield Road

Dinner Party Honors Four Generations and Guests

Mr. and Mrs. Harley Mitchell entertained at dinner Sunday. Covers were laid for Mr. and Mrs. C. B. James and four children of Columbus, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Gardner and two children, Chauncey, and E. A. Wallace.

Harley Mitchell James Columbus Carl Gardner Chauncey E. A. Wallace

Circle of Ruth Meeting Sewing Session

The Circle of Ruth gathered in the Presbyterian church parlors on Tuesday evening for a sewing session. Members shared fabric projects and worked on items together in a social, charitable gathering.

Circle OF Ruth Presbyterian Church

Sewing Party Closes Martha Class Quilting meet

The Faithful Martha class of the Methodist church met Monday evening with Mrs Clarence Butt on Fort Street. The group has spent weeks making quilt taps and will suspend meetings until after Christmas.

Martha Methodist Church Clarence Butt Fort Street

Christmas Party Shines at Christian Church Rainbow Class

The Rainbow class held a full day Christmas gathering at the Christian church and displayed many unique needlework pieces. A waffle dinner was served at noon.

The Christian Church

Degree of Pocahontas Presents Fun on the Podunk Limited

The Degree of Pocahontas will present a play entitled Fun on the Podunk Limited at their hall on Monday evening December 6. The public is invited.

Degree of Pocahontas

Personal mentions and births noted in Chicago and Columbus

Mrs. Benjamin Getzoff of Chicago Ti is visiting her brother C. J. Bartels and family. E A Wallace returns home after a week in Columbus visiting his daughter Mrs Co 8 James. Mr and Mrs William P Johnson R F D announce the birth of a son Tuesday morning at their home named Kenneth Eugene.

Benjamin Getzoff Chicago C. J. Bartels E. A. Wallace Columbus James William P. Johnson Kenneth Eugene

Hypodermic drug effects tainting confession testimony

Court testimony describes how hypodermics may affect reliability of Joe Wood’s alleged confession. Doctors say memory and statements after injections are unreliable, while prosecutors and stenographer Imogene Woodard recount the questioning and a judge’s ruling on note reading.

Henry Sustane Joe Wood H'S Wood C.S. McDougall Imogene Woodard R. W. Finsterwald Finsterwald

Creomulsion Promises Relief For Persistent Coughs

An advertising feature touts Creomulsion as a new medical discovery to soothe inflamed membranes and stop germ growth in persistent coughs and colds. It claims creosote, plus other healing elements, soothes irritation, is absorbed to attack the cause, and guarantees satisfaction with a money refund if not relieved under directions.

Trial notes on Joe Wood case in Ohio audience and testimony

Witnesses describe gunshot wounds to a still unidentified man and the involvement of Joe Wood. Testimony covers a search warrant, notes usage, and the roles of constables Mariner and Maples as the case proceeds in court.

Riles Himi Elmer Robinette Wood Robinette Joe Wood Issueance Court Justice of Peace Maples Imogene Woodard Sheltering Arms Hospital Mariner Mes. B. C. Mariner

Constable Shot and Killed in Suspected Incident

An extract notes a constable was shot and killed by a man named C Mariner who allegedly fired the shot. The fragment confirms the fatal act but lacks fuller context or date.

Constable. C. Mariner

Hunters kill unusually late large black snake

Millfield reports Floyd Ayers and Webster Keirns while hunting Thanksgiving killed a large black snake on Sand Ridge. The snake measured five feet four inches and was still alive, an unusual find for this late in the season.

Millfield Floyd Ayers Webster Keirns Sand Ridge

Rain to Snow Expected Near Lakes After Storm

A gale from the Upper Lakes reached Cleveland and brings a rainstorm that is expected to change to snow today. Temperatures will rise briefly before the storm and then fall later, the weather bureau reports.

Cleveland Upper Lakes Weather Bureau

Foreign gunboats could defend Hankow expatriates says report

Report from London states that foreigners and their homes in Hankow China would be easily defended from Chinese attacks due to a concentration of foreign gunboats amid anti foreign trouble.

London Hankow China

Nelsonville Bond Issue for Fire Department Upgrade

Nelsonville Ohio councils authorize issuing nine thousand six hundred dollars in bonds to fund fire department upgrades including a gasoline propelled motor fire truck chemical equipment and fire hose. principal interest details and sinking fund provisions laid out with annual direct tax levies to cover interest and principal.

Nelsonville Ohio Nelonville ST. 1 Department of Public Safety Gald City Salt City Link Fund Trustees Fire Department Cit State of Nelsonvile W. Linton Cier Govnell Idea Council

Nelsonville approves boiler and water works upgrade ordinance

The city council authorizes contracts for a new steam boiler and stack at the water works. It allocates 3500 dollars from the water works budget, directs the city treasurer to issue warrants, and sets the ordinance to take effect after the earliest permitted date.

Nelsonville Ohio Ordinance Sets Electric Rates

An ordinance fixes electric current rates for lighting heating manufacturing and industrial use in Nelsonville Ohio. It sets tiered rates for non street lighting and establishes a per lamp charge for street lighting. The director of public service may adjust schedules to suit municipal needs.

Principer Electric Light Nelsonville Ohio State OF Cit Snto City Public Service Saki City

City notices on council actions and dates recorded

A fragmented legal notice reflects council decisions with names E R Beard A Mylax Clerk and Mayor Eberle. It indicates a plan approval and effective date details to be in force from a specified November date. The text confirms the ordinance and signatures of city officials.

E. R. Beard A.my Laxtox

Nelsonville approves gasoline motor fire truck purchase ordinance

Ordinance No. 613 authorizes the City of Nelsonville to acquire a gasoline motor driven fire truck chemical apparatus hoses and related fire equipment and to fund the expenditure from the Fire Department Fund after plans specifications and estimates are approved by the Council and Public Safety head. The measure directs contracts and authorizes warrants on the City Treasurer upon proper vouchers and certificates.

Nelsonville Jby Sy. Ee Public Service New Staten New Staten . Stack Britch Rec. Ltd Ae i Perea Pease Plana Public Safety Citter Les Sec Beare Murtiest

Detective agency opens Louisville branch for W J King

Watkins will open a W J King Detective agency branch in Louisville to oversee five southern states with a collection service for businesses. A bazaar features home baked goods and will take place in the Danford building. The club’s next meeting is January 3 at Mrs. William James’s home.

Danford Ter Cone William James

Glouster Knights and Sisters Date Night Meetings

Glouster Temple No 560 Pythian Sisters meet Thursday for import ant business observed as birthday night with lunch served. Glouster Lodge No 607 I A M holds installation and Master Mason degree work tonight with refreshments and social time following.

Glouster Glouster Temple Glouster Lodge

Social Notes Glouster Past Chiefs Club Meeting

The Glouster Past Chiefs' Club of White Rose Temple No 92 Pythian Sisters met at Mrs G A Cornwalls home with President Mrs James presiding. After singing America and prayers by Chaplain Mrs Elis the evening featured current events games and a flower game won by Mrs Lloyd. A Christmas bazaar was planned for December 9 with many gift items.

Chiefs Chiefs’ Club White Rose Temple Pythian Sisters G. A.cornwell James America Elis Lloyd

Popular Style for School or Play Pattern Description

A sewing pattern for wash materials and jersey and wool crepe. Long sleeve portions may be omitted. Sized 4 6 8 10 years. A 6 year size needs about 2 1/2 yards of 36 inch material plus 3 4 yard contrasting fabric for sleeves and facings. Short sleeves save 3 8 yard of contrasting fabric. Pattern mailed for 15 cents.

Jersey

Glouster Personal Notices Include Visits and Travel

Miss Shirley Roberts spends the day in morning with William Shaw and family. George Shust Jr returns home to Lathrobe Pa after visiting his father George Shust Sr. L L Stedman leaves for Bellaire. Mrs Ruth McDonald and son Lee visit friends in Columbus for a few days.

Glouster Shirley Roberts William Shaw George Shust, Jr Lathrobe George Shust L. L. Stedman Bellaire Ruth McDonald Lee Columbus

Two Mine Workers Injured In Chauncey And Sugar Creek

Two men were injured on mine machines yesterday. John Coulson, Sugar Creek mine No. 210, suffered a badly lacerated right leg and both ankle bones broken. Pearl Canter, Chauncey mine No. 26, had the left foot cut and mashed while riding a motor. Both received medical care from Dr. Warren V. Sprague and were sent home.

Chauncey John Coulson Sugar Creek Warren V. Sprague Pearl Canter Chauncey Mine No New York Coal Company William Canter

Son Born to Simpsons in Millfield

Chauncey dispatch reports Leonard Simpson and wife announce the birth of a son at their Millfield home on Sunday. Revival services continue at The Plana Methodist Church with nine new members admitted during the meetings conducted by Rev. Ira P. Day. In Chauncey Mrs. W J Keck, formerly of Chauncey, is reported seriously ill at her Logan home. granddaughter Miss Helena Keck, a Cincinnati trained nurse, cares for her.

Chauncey Mrs. Leonard Simpson Millfield Methodist Church Plana Ira P. Day W. J. Keck Logan Helena Keck Good Samaritan Hospital Cincinnati

Rev F E Roberts to Preach at First Christian Church

The Rev F E Roberts of Glouster will preach to the First Christian church in Chauncey on Friday evening at 7 o clock. He preaches there every Friday evening at that time.

Riday

Bearcats Triumph Over Tigers In Junior Football

Millfield Bearcats defeated Glouster Tigers 7 to 6 in a Sunday junior game at Chauncey. The article also lists social visits and relatives in Athens The Plains Albany Circleville Dundas Nelsonville and other nearby towns.

Bearcats Chauncey Millfield Bearcats Glouster Tigers

Wests Host Notables At Hocking Gathering

Mr and Mrs 8 S A West entertained a list of guests Sunday at their Hocking home. Present were Mr and Mrs Henry Hennessy and Mr and Mrs Jack Parfitt of Middleport, Mrs Rex Ackley and Miss Frances West of Pom eroy, Miss Bernice West of Murray City, Mrs Sarah Cunningham and daughter of Athens, and Mrs Elmer West of The Plains.

S. A. West Hocking Henry Hennessy Jack Parfitt Middleport Rex Ackley Farmby Misa Frances West of Pomeroy Bernice West Murray Ty Sarah Cunningham Ughter Athens Elmer West the Plains

Keck Family Hosts Thanksgiving Guests from Circleville

Mr. and Mrs. George Keck and family of Ellis avenue entertained as their guests Thanksgiving and over Sunday Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Butt and sons Charles and Edwin and Mrs. Anna Butt from Circleville.

George Keck Ellis Avenue J. B. Butt Charles and Edwin Mr. Butt Mis. Anna Butt Circleville

Millfield School Notes on First to Fourth Grades

East Millfield reports progress from the first through fourth grades with notes on student performance and classroom activities. The brief item highlights grade-level milestones and ongoing school programs.

Millfield East Millfield

Bad Luck and the Devil Pursued Him

A fragment recounts a man’s string of calamities from 1906 through 1913 including a railroad accident, pneumonia, a bull-attack breaking his leg, typhoid fever, and severe stomach troubles. It mentions a claimed remedy and a drug company advertising in Athens and Nelsonville.

Videk Ie BO Drug Co Athens Gem Nelsonville

State Moves To Condemn Site For New Hospital

In Wooster on December 1 a condemnation hearing over a proposed hospital site began. The state seeks a 165 acre farm owned by Mrs. E Naftzzer at Apple Creek, with jurors to appraise fair market value based on testimony presented.

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ELKS Athaff Woodard Arthur Hunger Athens Township John R. Sprague Sprague Justice In Peace Pearl W. Helch Che Willard Marice Joe Herb Parker L. J L. B., Beard Attest A Liston Ara J. Eberle A.W. Linton Eberue E. L Jones Main Street Frank Butts Madison Street Ruby Simpada Elsie Mister Katherine’ Ter Clara Hartley Sam Pyle Charied Pyle Marie Lineon Oie Nate Dane Gata Kish J Misner Lawrénee Patterson J . Pet Wilttard Guessman Everett Mire George Omen Simpsons Jae Shafer Elmer Bingman Ruth Cline Albany Bernice Beatrice Moore John Shafer the Plaine H. L. McDonald Emmett Lee Dundas Lizzie Barber Mildred James Mec Harg J. E. Zeller Keiser Pomeroy Bon Ton Store
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