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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1920
Page
2
Mr and Mrs C E Stack hosted dinner at the home of Mrs Sprague in Chauncey with Dr and Mrs Warren Sprague present. Urtny Petitt spent the weekend with relatives near Trimble.
Mrs. John Brewer chaired a Friday Ladies Class bake and social with Mesdames C H Boudi Earl Downey J R Wade Bart Petit F E Boudinot and P D Hill. Next meeting set at Mrs F E Boudinot home.
Thanksgiving guests in Guysville and Athens include Mrs. H. O. Townsend and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Inman. Several families visit relatives in Athens R D 3, Canaanville and surrounding areas while Nyland Dorr moves to Athens this week.
A deadly blaze on Fifty-seventh Street traps five residents as flames streak from cellar to roof. The New York fire sweep kills five in a single apartment building.
Fargo report states state funds will stay in the Bank of North Dakota for six months while withdrawals rise. Sixteen smaller banks have closed. Bankers fear rapid public fund withdrawals could drain the state bank. Director Cathro expects about 1.5 million dollars moved soon.
The advertisement claims Diamond Dyes offer a simple method to color worn clothing and textiles in rich, fadeless colors on wool silk linen cotton or blends. It guarantees perfect results even for first time dyers with directions included and a druggist color card available.
In the Ohio murder case State v Carl Smith of Chauncey the trial reveals a tale of jealousy as Mrs William Smith testifies about alleged visits to a mistress. Carl Smith allegedly shot William Smith in the Narrows after confrontations during a July 1926 evening.
Miss Kathryn Hickey of Canaanville and Miss? John Kiel son of Mr and Mrs Charles Kiel of Johnstown Pa were married by Rev Father Brown of The Annunciation at Akron on November 25 They plan a winter in Florida and a spring return to Akron to make their home.
A skin specialist recommends Mentho Sulphur as a quick solution for fiery itching eczema. The germ destroying sulphur preparation soothes, heals, and clears the skin, offering relief from irritation and disfigurement. Obtain a small jar from any reputable druggist and use like a cold cream.
Three teens Fred Smith 17 Karl Daniels 16 and Richard Thompson 16 died when their car was struck by a Big Four passenger train at Highland Crossing late last night. The accident occurred in Sidney Ohio as the victims were riding in the vehicle shortly before midnight. Investigators are examining the crossing signal and pursuing further details.
In Santa Rosa California pigs reportedly leapt a picket fence during a football game between halves. The mystery ended when a cask of wine was discovered in the barn nearby.
A testimonial extols Milks Emulsion as a remedy for stomach trouble and constipation. The speaker claims regular bowels, weight gain, and renewed vitality after using six to ten bottles purchased from The Milks Emulsion Co. It is promoted as a pleasant nutritive emulsion with a money back guarantee.
Prof Landsitter outlines a new Ohio state school levy and rising costs at a noon Chamber of Commerce talk. He notes state support will reach about 87 percent of education costs with local districts bearing remaining expenses, stressing stronger districts aid weaker ones and urging support for the Smith-Towner bill as educational demand grows.
Mrs Vina T Knight 30 and farmer husband William T Knight 34 welcomed four children at Plain City four miles from Ogden Wednesday. The quads are three boys and a girl named Kenneth Kenton Keith and Kathryn. The Knight family now has six boys and two girls in total.
In New York the congressional committee wrapped up hearings with Lester Sisler former secretary of the Shipping Board saying he clashed with Hurley and resigned. He claimed government losses were gigantic due to weak accounting and contract awards and noted possible talks with Bolling about bending rolls for Downey Ship Building without confirming specifics.
Nancy and Kathryn Walters of Hockingport received Thanksgiving thanks from Mr. and Mrs. Walters of Condit. Families from Parkersburg Parkersburg Parkersburg joined Mrs. Horace Knowles sister Jennie Taylor for the holiday. Clarence Dutton of Carroll visits parents E A Dutton. Clarence, an energetic Hockingport youth, leased a large orchard and plans expanding work.
A local feature mentions the apple man and his prominence in the country. Mr and Mrs E K Parker hosted guests including son George and wife from Pennsylvania, Harry from the west, Ethel Jessie and Gladys from Parkersburg. Miss Bertha Randolph visits Racine. Thanksgiving at Adams home. Mary A Stone returns to Belpre to resume teaching.
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