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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1921
Page
4
A historical note discusses urging public church attendance while stressing that invitation should originate within the church. It argues duty and respectability can fail to foster growth, and endorses a campaign to attend church tomorrow and daily with a warning to pulits not to miss the chance.
Meigs County commissioners face criticism from Athens County leaders over Main Market Road 19 from Pompey to Athens via Pratts Fork. Athens accuses Meigs of wasting funds on grading and bridges while Athens pledges side money for the Jerseyville Pike to the Meigs line and Pratts Fork improvements. Highway Director Herrick warned that public funds should not be used for private homes, amid claims of misrepresentation and disputed costs.
A New York Herald headline recalls that several passengers, though killed, managed to brush their dresses and press on, illustrating a dramatic train disaster scene and the resilient aftermath.
A letter suggests convening a conference to discuss curbing whisker growth in men. It argues social and health benefits, proposing practical guidelines and possible public interest measures.
A jail visit scene shows a kindly talk with a prisoner who vows to wear gloves on his next job. A Boston girl invites a music lover to a concert and arrives late, asking what part of the Fifth Symphony is playing.
Ambrose the piano tuner rechecked the piano after a owner claimed it was out of tune. He tested every note and found no fault with the instrument. The owner replied that singing makes it go out of tune, though the piano itself seems fine when played.
A Missouri judge, W R Mitchel, injures his foot while subduing a hog during a transport ride. Six weeks in a plaster cast follow. time off for good behavior possible. The incident occurs while the district court is not in session and the judge is farming.
In a column from Washington, Haskin discusses the long battle over women's hemlines and exposed legs, noting knee and ankle displays by flappers and workers while court fashion once hid limbs. He traces history from medieval and royal attire to modern peasant wear and male fashion shifts, suggesting the leg will remain a fashion focal point for years.
Roger W. Babson argues stocks are a speculation not an investment and urges buying sound bonds for income. He notes dividend cuts and lower payments in industrial stocks, warns many investors rely on stock income, and contrasts bonds as fixed return with loaned money secured by assets.
Athens observers note rapid changes on State Street as vacant lots fill with new houses, basements rise, and scaffolds go up. The piece recalls Court Street’s quiet past and predicts enduring trade pressure will eventually yield to large business blocks, while preserving a few landmarks like the Pickering property.
A reader reports Vic Pierce and James Bratton face dismissal from the church for seeking bond related matters. They are described as enthusiastic workers whose removal would be a loss to the congregation.
A Athens man states he will assume no debts from women impersonating his wife Abrigal. He declares Abrigal handles his pay envelope every Saturday and can pay cash, while asserting the other women have no claim on him.
The writer plans to attend church tomorrow and notes a reluctance to sing Old Black Joe while expecting quality music. They express intent to attend and hope for a fitting musical program.
A speaker warns charitable organizations that ongoing fundraisers may force him to use charity himself. Chief Graham quips that he could offer the speaker a bed in the city jail.
A reader asks about Herman Rorick and a young Seipel from Athens Lumber Company. The note mentions a supposed friendship with a "365-days man" and seeks whether Seipel is related to a country resident named Marcus or similar, reflecting familiar local connections.
Jerseyville residents urge action on neglected streets. They urge authorities to fix roads not repaired, arguing poor infrastructure harms everyday travel and quality of life.
Golf guidance outlines how looping or pig tail strokes occur when the up and down swings diverge. Remedies include keeping the ascend and descend on the same line, proper half turn, and avoiding forceful shots. The piece also covers chalking grips, etiquette on the course, and a 1913 match anecdote with Walter J. Travis highlighting proper form and sportsmanship.
A man contends golfers rarely act with intent to be selfish yet admit unconscious acts occur during rounds, shaping his view of the sport and its players.
A Sunday School unit presents Paul’s ministry in Rome and Melita drawn from Acts 28 16 24 30 31 and Romans 1 15 16. The lesson emphasizes bold evangelism and the gospel as divine power to save believers from both Jews and Greeks.
Christian Church notices encourage attendance with Minister Chatley of W State and Congress Sr M E inviting residents to participate tomorrow in the go-to-church event.
Pastor H T Wintermute leads Sunday school at 9 10 a m with class filling urged and preaching at 10 15 a m on The Royal Marriage Feast. Epworth Leagues meet 1 00 p m and 6 00 p m with Thy Will Be Done With My Plans led by Mr Clark. Evening service at 7 00 p m Building the Great Structure. Young Peoples Prayer at 6 30 p m Tuesday and mid week prayer and study Wednesday at 7 00 p m.
Regular Mass is held at 7 15 and 9 15 A M Father Berry will speak on Education at both hours.
Mt Zion Baptist Church led by Minister T Lloyd Hickman announces Sunday December 4 events. Sunday school at 9 30 A M and morning worship at 10 45 A M with the theme Go to Church.
Duet by Mrs. Daniels and Rev. Hickman at 6 30 P M. B Y P U at 7 45 P M. Evening worship features a symposium of addresses by O U students The Church and the Student by Mr P H Mayle The Church and the Child by Miss E M Sutton The Church as an Asset to the Community by Mr E W Barrier Solo by Rev Hickman
The Christian Science Society at the Masonic Temple conducts a Sunday service at 10 45 AM with the subject God the only cause and Creator Golden Text from I Chronicles 29 11 and a Sunday school at 9 30 AM An invitation is extended to attend Wednesday meeting at 7 00 PM.
The Church of God on Hocking Street led by B F Timmons holds Sunday school at 9 00 A M and services at 10 00 A M 6 30 P M and 7 00 P M with a Thursday evening prayer meeting at 7 00. Martin Raab preaches at the Chauncey revival in the morning. Everyone is welcome. First M and Church led by C Lloyd Strecker offers Sunday school at 9 00 A M and morning worship at 10 30 A M.
The service invites the whole public with large student attendance expected. The pastor preaches on The law of the Highest Life. Epworth League meets at 6 PM on Thy Will be Done with My Plans. Evening worship at 7 PM features The Angel's Message and chorus music.
Abbott Y Wilcox minister at First Presbyterian Church. extended notice of tomorrow's services appears elsewhere in this issue of the Messenger.
The church invites all to attend Sunday school at 9 30 and Holy Communion and sermon at 10 30. All seats are free and open to students and the public next Sunday.
First Baptist Church Music Hall announces schedule with Pastor Homer Smith. Sunday school at 9 15 A M morning worship 10 15 A M junior meeting 2 00 P M B Y P U at 6 30 P M invitation to all students not tied to another church. E B Bryan to speak at 6 36 P M Y P U. Gloucester B Y P U to attend evening service in a body.
In Middletown New York a farm near the Kneids yields only a tooth a hair a shotgun shell and blood as clues to a mystery arousing Sullivan County. The farmers report seeing a wild eyed stranger jump from a car into a barn then flee and a shot as the car sped away.
Arraignment of the state for failing to present a definite statement about the injury causing Virginia Rappe's death began as Gavin McNab, Arbuckle's chief counsel, argued Friday in San Francisco California.
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