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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1927

Page

3

Nelsonville Moshier Dies After Brief Illness at Carbondale

Charles Moshier aged 67 died Wednesday night after a short illness at his daughter Mrs Wesley Six's home in Carbondale. Formerly of Nelsonville the deceased is survived by his wife who preceded him in death and several brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 pm at the Carbondale M E Church with burial at Greenlawn. A Y M C A program is set for Friday evening at 6 30 o clock.

Nelsonville

Twin Daughter Injured In Wringer Accident

In Nelsonville on December 1 a twin daughter of Ralph R Reynolds and Edna Spencer on Chestnut Street suffered painful injuries when her hands and arms were caught in an electric clothes wringer. While the mother was away, the child gripped the machine and both arms were pulled into it to the elbows. No bones were broken.

Nelsonville Venice Ralph R Reynolds Edna Spencer Chestnut — Street

Girls urged to seek best by Ohio university dean

Nelsonville December 1 Dean Irma Voigt of Ohio University addressed Nelsonville senior high school girls at 3 pm. She warned that the by and let’s go spirits disrupt modern life and urged inner reflection as the remedy. A girls quartet performed music.

Nelsonville Irma Voigt Ohio University Dean Voigt Dean Voight Charlotte Acker Thelma Mills Louise Johnson Annabel Morrell

Chapel Services and Class Meetings At Nelsonville High

Senior high students in Nelsonville hear announcements from Principal C L Horton about 11 30 class meetings for three days and a girls meeting with Dean Irma Voigt as boys attend Dr A L Pritchard in the junior high hall. Manuel Johnson notes Navy band appearance December 3 at Ohio gymnasium sponsored by Athens lodge Elks and free ticket to sellers of ten. Seniors vote to publish an annual with Earl Washburn Margaret Johnson and Willis Wolfe named to student council.

Nelsonville C. L. Horton Irma Voigt Ohio University A. L. Pritchard Manuel Johnson Athens County United States Navy Ohio Gymnasium Athens Athens Lodge of Elks Johnson Earl Washburn Margaret Johnson Willis Wolfe

Scout Meeting Friday Nelsonville

Boy Scouts troop s will meet Friday in Nelsonville with details pending in the public notice.

Nelsonville Boy Scouts

Twins Born to Mr and Mrs Charles Lateman

Nelsonville today reports Mr and Mrs Charles Lateman welcomed twin daughters born Wednesday morning at their Diamond street home.

Nelsonville Charles Lateman Diamond Street

French Class Attends Athens Play Presentation

Nelsonville high school second year French class, taught by Mist Macie Stowe, attended the L Alliance francaise presentation of Medicin Malgre Lui at Ohio University Wednesday night. The program was conducted entirely in French and followed the students reading of the play.

Nelsonvigle Mist Macie Stowe L’ Alllance Francaise Onto University

West P T A Set to Meet at West School Friday

The West Parent Teachers Association will gather Friday at 3 PM at West School. Program items include open air schooling debate led by Mrs. John Fisher, nutrition and mental development by Mrs. F S Tedrow, a violin solo by Ruth Crawford, and a song Jolly Santa Clarus. Joe Dresher was fined 50 dollars and costs for intoxication and jailed until payment. Lucius Fiske was fined 25 dollars and costs for intoxication.

Nelsonville West Parent-Teacher’s Association John Fisher F. S. Tedrow Ruth Crawford Nelson Joe Dresher L. J. Eberle Athens Jack Pearson Lucius Fiske Eberle

Memorial Elks Service in Nelsonville Open to Public

The Nelsonville lodge of Elks holds its annual memorial service at their hall on Sunday afternoon at 2 30 o clock. The event is open to the public.

Nelsonville

Hyperion Club Set to Meet for Dues Payment

Members of the Hyperion club will be entertained Saturday after noon by Mrs. Hubert Hyde. This is the meeting for the annual payment of dues.

Hyperion Club Hubert Hyde

Missionary Meeting Hosts Christmas Dinner and Gifts

The Foreign Missionary society of the Methodist church will gather Friday evening at Mrs. Charles Green’s home with helpers Miss Louise Pearce, Miss Bertha Howard, and Mrs. Paul Rex assisting. Mrs. A. J. Barker leads the program. attendees bring pot-luck dishes for a Christmas supper, exchange gifts, and give a Christmas offering.

Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Church Charles Green Louise Pearce Bertha Howard Paul Rex A. J. Barker

N. H. T. CLUB MEETS AT WILSON HOME

The S. H. T. club gathered Wednesday evening at the Wilson home on East Franklin street with Miss Laacille Fiske and Mrs. Malvern Wilson hosting. A letter from member Mrs. Pauline Price, now in Cleveland, was read. Luncheon was served to a list of members including Mrs. William Barrows and Mrs. Donald Betts.

S. H. T. Club Laacille Fiske Malvern Wilson Wilson East Franklin Street Pauline Price Cleveland William Barrows Donald Betts Fern Parry Gladys Bowers Mae Linton

Miss Tessie Ervin Returns to Duty at Grant Hospital

Miss Tessie Ervin, recently recovering from an operation, returns to Grant Hospital to resume nursing duties on Wednesday. She travels with Laurence Ervin to Columbus. Frank Baker visits relatives in Illinois and California. Lizzie Nunnemaker of Columbus visits the Hannings. and several women spend a Tuesday in Lancaster.

Tessie Ervin Grant Hospital Columbus Laurence Ervin Walbridge Frank Baker Tinois California Lizzie Nunnemaker J. B. Hanning Frank O'Mara A. Wilson Robert Green Bert Young Clarence Wemsley Lancaster

Art and Thimble club meeting in Murray City

The Art and Thimble club of Murray City Catholic women gathered at Mrs. Frank Sabo's home on Longstreet Tuesday evening. Guests enjoyed jokes, music, embroidery, and a served lunch. Attendees included Grace V and Grace R Donoghue, Eunice Donoghue, Edna Mahoney, Emith Mahoney, Agnes Murphy, Anna Popery, Annie Carroll, Mary Kovach, Emma Wolf, Mrs Wein, Mrs Byron, Mrs Hogan, Mrs Sanborn, Mrs Kniar, Mrs Dugan, Mrs Simmons, Mrs Morinko, Mrs Carroll, and visiting Mr. and Mrs. Pritchard Peacock from Syracuse, N Y, who left for Toledo Tuesday after visiting the host's mother.

Murray City Frank Sabo Longstreet

Liquor Still Found Across County Line

Washington and Athens county officials found a liquor still in operation across the Athens county line in Washington county yesterday. Four barrels of mash one gallon of whisky and other equipment were seized. Thomas Smith near Mt Harmon faces charges of possessing the equipment and liquor in Washington county courts after a joint search with Deputy Wayne Wingett of Athens county.

Athens Washington County Washington Athens County Thomas Smith Mt. Hermon Wayne Wingett

Salvation Army appeals for toys for county children

Captain Richard Benton of the Salvation Army asks for toy donations to be distributed to destitute children in the county.

Salvation Army Richard Benton

Funeral for Mrs Janet Golden Fish Held in Boston

Funeral services for Mrs Janet Golden Fish who died Saturday at her Boston home were held at Athens Presbyterian Church. The Rev A Y Wilcox presided and Mrs Robert P Tompkins sang two hymns. A memoriam and brief address were given by Rev Dr Frank O Ballard of Hanover College Indiana. Pallbearers included Prof T N Hoover W H McKee Guy H Brown F W Bush Prof Evan J Jones and Dr C S McDougal. Burial followed at West Union Street Cemetery.

Janet Golden Fish Boston Athens Presbyterian Church A. Y. Wilcox Robert P. Tompkins Frank O. Ballard

Real Estate Man J W Work Retires Leaves Firm to Assistants

Evanston NL December 1. J W Work a wealthy realty dealer announced his retirement and left his entire business to two employees after many years of faithful service.

Evanston J. W. Work

Salvation Army toy drive seeks parent volunteers

Parents with unused children’s toys will aid Salvation Army officials. Benton believes volunteers can help by collecting toys. calls to 9304 reach Salvation Army headquarters to arrange toy pickups by Salvation Army workers.

Benton 9304 Salvation Army

Mrs. Charlotte Swaim 72 Dies in Columbus

Mrs. Charlotte Swaim wife of Philander Swaim 72 died at her daughter Gertrude Fauss home in Columbus The body will be sent to Athens via Hocking Valley railroad at 1108 Friday for burial at New Marshfield cemetery She is survived by daughter Nora MecClure Florida sister Flora Mahne and brother Martin A Boyles of Columbus.

Charlotte Swaim Philander Swaim Gertrude Fauss Columbus Athens Hocking Valley Railroad New Marshfield Nora MecClure Florida Flora Mahne Martin A. Boyles

Government Proclaims Supreme Authority Vested in Proclamation

In Kovno Lithuania on December 1 the government issued a proclamation declaring the supreme authority vested in a new unspecified body. The document outlines the framework of power and its intended functions within the state.

Kovno Lithuania Supreme

General Shukaukas Leads Army Command

General Shukaukas serves as commander in chief of the army, directing strategic operations and overall military leadership. The title reflects his high rank and central role in national defense.

Shukaukas

Mayor Moore Lectures On Athens Traffic Violations

Mayor Alex M. Moore spoke to seven defendants brought in after arrests by a new traffic spotter. Those charged yesterday faced lectures while ten more defendants were scheduled to appear tonight. Moore warned fines would begin being assessed tonight.

Alex M. Moore Athens Moore

Death of Judge Kk D Sayre Cited in Brief Notice

Two weeks’ pause is noted due to the death of Judge Kk D Sayre, with readers and officials observing a period of mourning and related developments in the court.

Kk. D. Sayre

Le Me decin Magre Lui staged with old world charm

The Ewing auditorium offered Moliere's Le Me decin Magre Lui with three knocks stage tradition. Mary Myles as the wife and Russell Dick as Geronte delivered clear diction in a well supported cast including Clay Bourquin Marian McClure Henry Wilson Ralph Fleck and others adding to the delightful performance.

Ewing Moliere Wood-Chopper Mary Myles Geronte Russell Dick Robert Clay Bourquin Lucinde Marian McClure Valere Henry Wilson Lucas Ralph Fleck Jacqueline

Athens Reading Club Postpones Friday Entertainment

The Athens Reading Club event featuring J. D. Brown has been postponed from Friday evening. No reschedule date announced yet.

Athens Reading Club J. D. Brown

Between the acts at the theatre scene names Grace Alexander and others

During intermission Grace Alexander Leandre and a list of figures including Lucinde’s lover Alfred Rosenthal Thi baut peasant Robert Donald Pete rin his son Joe McCullough and Helen Hooke contralto student in the school of music sang a French solo accompanied by Anne Schellenger.

Grace Alexander Leandre Lucinde Alfred Rosenthal Thibaut Robert Donald Peterin Joe McCullough Helen Hooke School of Music Anne Schellenger

Woman Succumbs Mrs Missouri I Sanders 82

Mrs Missouri I Sanders 82 died at 4 AM in Ashland Kentucky from infirmities of age. She lived in Rock Grove before moving to Ashland September 1. Survived by son Professor BE. Oders, a granddaughter, sister Mrs Chloe Birthisell, and brother Charles Thomson. Burial at Hemlock Grove. Funeral arrangements to be announced.

Missouri I’. Sanders Selim Stiles Athens BE. O.ders Ashland Rock Grove Chloe Birthissel Hemlock Grove Charles Thomson Kenova W. Va Aw. G. Sanders Hemtyck Grove

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Moshier Carbondale Charles Bateman West Association To Hear Hyperion Club Meeting Florence Cook Geneva Gears Leah Reynolds ART and Thimble Club Pritchard Peacock Syracuse N. Y Toledo Fish Funeral Hatch Library Berry Building Mechems Philander Swaim This Coxwell Hristma Victrolas the Christ Missouri F. Sanders Kentucky
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