Variety of local notices and ads from Nelsonville area
Classified style items include dance notice at Red Men's Hall with date December 7, a coal heater for sale, a request for Eastern Star members with specific labels, a four room house for sale at 416 High Street with utilities, piano tuning services by E. M. Norris, upcoming upholstering repair shop at 500 Poplar St, a Lady Maccabees bazaar December 11, a job for a boy 16 to 18 at S. W. Gadbury's Feed Store, an Elgin Store ad for watches and repairs, and a lost white and black hound with tan collar at 237 Kentner Street with reward offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentner Street
Nelsonville
Xmas Seal Sale Launched in Nelsonville
The Nelsonville Xmas health seals campaign, organized by poster committee members Mrs. Robert Bone and Mrs. Walter Whitlatch, will launch in the coming days under chairmanship of Mrs. L. A. Whitmore. Business and residence canvasses follow with school sales December 10 to 15 led by Mrs. J. M. Hyde. booths managed by Mrs. W. T. Bean. treasurer Mrs. R. H. Jackson and publicity by Mrs. C. H. Bartlett. Each resident urged to buy ten cents to push Nelsonville over the top.
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Robert Bone
Walter Whitlatch
L. A. Whitmore
W. H. Parks
N. Hill
Our City
J. M. Hyde
W. T. Bean
R. H. Jackson
C. H. Bartlett
Nelsonville
Oyster Fry Brings Presbyterian Men Together at Church
The Presbyterian church men held an oyster fry in the church social rooms on Friday night with tables laid for fifty. Rev. Paul Kemper, pastor of the Methodist church, delivered a fine talk to the gathering.
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Presbyterian Church
Paul Kemper
Methodist Church
Circle of Ruth to Be Entertained Tonight
Miss Velma Young hosts Circle of Ruth at 121 Mill St inviting each member to attend and bring a thimble for the gathering this evening.
Local Residents Return From Visits and Trips
Mrs C P Williams returned Saturday to Pomeroy after visiting her daughter Mrs A May. Mrs B F Carpenter came back from Columbus with aunt Mrs Elizabeth Sauters visiting. Leona McVickers of Columbus spent weekend with her mother. Mr and Mrs R R Stalter home a few days in Columbus. Pearl Wend spent Sunday in Columbus. M M Kasler on business in Columbus. Mr and Mrs C A Stover and daughter Lillian spent Sunday at Lancaster with Mr Stover’s mother Mrs Nelson Dowler. Dowler is spending a week in Detroit with relatives.
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C. P. Williams
Pomeroy
A. May
B. F. Carpenter
Columbus
Elizabeth Sauters
Leona McVickers
R. R. Stalter
Pearl Wend
M. M. Kasler
C. A. Stover
Lillian
Lancaster
Mr. Stover
Nelson Dowler
Detroit
Mission Study Class Led By Mrs Hill Tonight
The Mission Study Class will meet with Mrs N Hill as hostess and begin the study of their mission book The Near East led by Mrs J M Hyde. The meeting starts promptly at 7 30 and the book will be completed in six lessons.
Home Guard Members Host Sewing Afternoon
Miss Ruth Chapman entertained the Home Guard Saturday from 2 to 5. Twenty-one members attended and spent the afternoon sewing for a children's home. Dainty refreshments concluded the event.
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Home Guards
Ruth Chapman
Home Guard
GLOUSTER Mooseheart Legion installs officers at meeting
At Friday night’s meeting the Mooseheart Legion women installed officers led by Goldie Wallace as senior regent and Louise Zimmer as junior regent. Lena Withem served as chaplain with Delma Post as past regent and Mary Lloyd as recorder. The group remains open to new members.
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The
Mooseheart Legion
Goldie Wallace
Louise Zimmer
Lena Withem
Delma Post
Mary Lloyd
Martha Kloh
Zella Brown
Agusta Morris
Sopho Hinton
Sentinel
Eva Davis
Argus
Lizzie Gwillym
Modoc Man Fined After Altercation With Marshal
Joe Swett of Modoc faced charges of drunkenness disorderly conduct and resisting an officer after a disturbance. He was fined 20 dollars plus costs in Squire Jones court last week. Marshal Williams responded to the call and Swett struck him with a rifle blow above the eye before the marshal used a mace to restore order. Swett reportedly regretted the act.
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Joe Swett
Modoc
Squire Jones
Marshal Williams
Swett
Modoc Woman Arrested on Bootlegging Charge
Mrs. Joe Swett of Modoc was arrested yesterday by Marshal Williams on a bootlegging charge. She was arraigned before Mayor Wallace and pleaded not guilty. The trial is set for Friday. She had a prior arrest two months ago for a similar offense and paid a $50 fine.
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Joe Swett
Modoc
Marshal Williams
Wallace
Swett
Automobile dealers convention attendees named
Ward Forrest of this city, F. R. Beasley of Nelsonville and L. B. McCune of Athens are attending the automobile dealers convention in Cincinnati this week.
Man Refutes Claim Gun In Mrs Lewis Death
Clay Smith of Glouster Ohio declares the assertion that a gun owned by him was used in a death by action of Mrs. Clifford Lewis is unfounded. He states he never owned the gun and does not own any firearm.
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Clifford Lewis
Davis Leaves City After Family Visit to Akron
John R. Davis departed for Akron this morning ending a visit with relatives and friends in the city. His wife accompanied him and will stay longer with her parents Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Drury.
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John R. Davis
Akron
Drury
Funeral Held for R S King in City
R S King died Wednesday at his son J W King’s home near Canaanville. Funeral services were conducted at the Church of Christ in the city at noon Saturday with the church filled by friends. Interment followed in the city cemetery.
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R. S. King
J. W. King
Canaanville
Church of Christ
Bedford bank bandit Jiggs Losteiner on murder trial in Cleveland
In Judge Baer s court here in Cleveland guards surround reputed hard man George Jiggs Losteiner as he faces trial for the December 1918 murder of Patrolman Patrick Gaffney. Jury selection expected tonight amid tight security after his capture following a bank heist.
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Cleveland
Bedford
Losteiner
Arlo Porter
Ohio University
Rafel Johnson
North Court Widened and Sidewalks Repaired
North Court Street has been widened with cement walks along the Violet Block ready for use. Corner setbacks were reduced to improve traffic flow and further sidewalks will match the new width by spring. Some rough spots on other streets are being repaired but Court Street remains an obstacle with funds deemed inadequate for full repair.
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North Court St
Violet Block
North Court
Court Street
Second Parent Teacher Meeting in Chauncey
The Parent-Teacher Association will meet Tuesday at 7 o clock in the Chauncey high school for school improvement exercises. Prof. Homer Cherrington of Ohio University will speak. All parents and interested citizens are urged to attend. In Obiston the funeral of the 18 month old son of Mr and Mrs William Sanders was held at the Christian church with burial in Buchtel cemetery.
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Chauncey, O
Homer Cherrington
Ohio University
Courtney
First Christian Church
Orbiston
William Sanders
Christian Church
Buchtel
Mrs Myra Six Recovering After Hospital Update
Mrs Myra Six reports she is progressing as well as could be expected from injuries suffered on Thanksgiving Day when a motorcycle ran over her, fracturing both lower legs. Initial X rays suggested one broken leg, but later exams confirmed injuries to both legs.
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Myra Six
Six
Local Notes From Town and Surrounding Areas
Jacksonville residents report Mrs. Maude Davis returning from Columbus hospital after four weeks away. Mrs. Bessie Babbs accompanied her home for a week. Mrs. Tempton remains very ill with heart trouble. Helen McKinley of Amesville visited here over the weekend. Rev. Fisher conducts revival at Hollister while Rev. Sheldon leads services at Trimble M E church. The Kings Heralds gathered at the M E church Sunday afternoon. The M FE church boards held a joint session Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Ada Smudie was elected.
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Maude Davis
Columbus
Bessie Babbs
Tempton
Helen McKinley
Amesville
Fisher
Hollister
Sheldon
Trimble M. E
Kings Heralds
M. E
M. FE. Church
Ada Smudie
Christmas program and church events planned at local church
The Sunday school board plans a Christmas program titled White gifts for the King with regular pianist Mrs. Johnston and assistant Mrs. Woodgerd. A special collection aids starving children and Jacksonville needy. The show is set for Friday December 24.
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Jeanette Brown
Johnston
Edwards
Prof
Cherrington
Ohio University
M. E. Church
County Takes Over Carthage School Burden
Athens county board of education met in the city to assume financial management of Carthage township schools after a failed levy vote and lack of state aid. The new law allows this take over with eight months of school required, ensuring no three month operation for Carthage or neighboring townships.
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Athens County Board of Education
Athens
Carthage
Observance urged for school week in Athens county
United States Commissioner of Education Dr P P Claxton requests an observance of a school week in the nation the week of December 5 11. The county superintendent asks schools in Athens county to devote part of a day or one evening to the observance and to hold spelling schools speeches or literary programs. College professors have agreed to visit various communities to address educational topics in districts such as Jacksonville Chauncey The Plains Canaanville Stewart Jerseyville Coolville Hooper Ridge Hebbardsville and Torch.
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United States Commissioner of Education
P. P. Claxton
United States
Athens County
Jacksonville
Chauncey
the Plains
Canaanville
Stewart
Jerseyville
Coolville
Hooper Ridge
Hebbardsville
Torch
Christmas sale by Kindergarten Mothers Association at armory
The Kindergarten Mothers Association hosts its annual Christmas sale in the armory on Wednesday December 8 at 2 60 o’clock. Attractions include food, gift items, a fish pond, parcel post packages, ornaments, weight scales, bean guessing, a second hand table, a fortune teller, a carnival by Mr Porter's tumbling clowns, music by the high school orchestra, and a doll and erector toy given away with admission. Proceeds fund equipment for three kindergartens now part of the public schools.
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Kindergarten Mothers’ Association
Armory
Porter
Lucky Oil Royalties Reward Landowners
The article notes oil seekers can gain income from oil wells with owners receiving one eighth royalty. It mentions oil selling at four to six dollars per barrel and a landowner who bought a farm during drilling reaping the royalty once the well produced. The new owner expects the farm to be paid for quickly.
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Athens
Sports card rush shifts from football to winter events
Henry L. Farrell reports a busy week as hockey basketball indoor athletics boxing wrestling and the six day bike race compete for prominence on the sports calendar. Baseball also seeks off season recognition while Judge Landis faces a decision as major league and minor league reps meet to map a new national agreement. Trading market activity is expected to surge.
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Henry L. Farrell
United Press
New York
Judge Landis
Saturday Buying Day Dims City Streets and Stores
Athens enjoyed a big shopping day with special sales on foods and clothing drawing crowds from far and near. Autos filled with shoppers arrived and departed laden with purchases. movie houses and other businesses reported strong business late into the night.
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Athens
Five jailed after mob attempt to lynch in Santa Rosa
In Santa Rosa California four men and a woman are held in jail after a mob attempted to lynch them for the slaying of a policeman and a deputy sheriff during an arrest over charges of contributing to the delinquency of two 16 year old girls.
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Santa Rosa
Cal
Permanent road resurfacing on Margaret Creek pike
The project in Alexander township applies crush ed slag with fine dust to create a permanent surface. Work begins at the paved road and extends along the pike. The material will cement over a few months, producing a lasting roadway upgrade.
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Margaret Creek
Alexander Township
Milwaukee Welterweight Bout Set Between Pinkie Mitchell and Jack Britton
Pinkie Mitchell of Milwaukee will challenge welterweight champion Jack Britton in a ten round bout tonight in Milwaukee. The event headlines a local fight card as Britton defends his title.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Pinkie Mitchell
Jack Britton
Less Meat If Back and Kidneys Hurt
An authority warns meat consumption can stress kidneys and cause backache and urinary issues. It recommends Jad Salts, four ounces in water before breakfast, to flush and stimulate kidneys, neutralize urine acids, and prevent bladder disorders.
Athens Health Official Reports City in Fine Condition
Health Officer Dr J M Higgins says Athens is healthy with only one scarlet fever case at the University hospital. No influenza cases reported this fall and previous diphtheria quarantines are lifted. No pneumonia cases noted.
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Athens
J. M. Higgins
University Hospital
Higgins
Country Roads Too Muddy for Rabbit Hunters
Dirt roads hinder rabbit hunting as weather stays wet with forecasted rain. Town hunters are scarce this season, roads have been poor most of the season, while farmer boys report plentiful game and rabbits at reasonable prices.
Sahara Fuel Company incorporates in Nelsonville
New Ohio incorporation filed in Columbus on December 6 lists Sahara Fuel Company based in Nelsonville with $35,000 capital. Directors include Co. W. Juniper L. E. Juniper and G. M. Tolliver among others.
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Columbus, CO
Ohio
Sahara Fuel Company
Nelsonville
W. Juniper
L. E. Juniper
G. M. Tolliver
Fisher district oil boom rocks Athens county
In Alexander township the Fisher district eyes a major oil boom as the Jones farm well pumps 15 barrels daily except Sundays. Two tanks are full, a third fills. pipelines to Fisher Station planned. A Biddle farm gas well feeds Ohio Fuel with about 1 500 000 feet daily. A new well near White Hall school is under drilling.
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Fisher
Alexander Township
Athens County
Jones Farm
Fisher Station
Biddle
Ohio Fuel
White Hall School
Frank Gross
Mother Grays Sweet Powders for Children
Mothers advised to keep Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children for seasonal sicknesses. Claims to break up colds relieve feverishness constipation teething disorders headaches and stomach troubles. Used by mothers for over 30 years and sold at all drug stores with no substitutes urged.
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Mother Gray
Card of Thanks for Col. Robert S. King
We express sincere thanks to relatives friends and neighbors for sympathy in the loss of our husband and father Col. Robert S. King. Special thanks to Dr Paul McLaughlin Guysville for his efforts Aunt Tida Wilson for her untiring services and friends for floral offerings. We also thank Mr Wowler for funeral services. Mrs King and Children.
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Col
Robert S. King
Paul McLaughlin
Guysville, O
Tida Wilson
Wowler
King
Wyron Whipple Buys Stevens Touring Car
Wyron Whipple of Pearl Street purchases a new Stevens touring car. Whipple is a student at Ohio University.
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Wyron Whipple
Pearl Street
Stevens
Whipple
Ohio University
They WORK while you sleep
An old ad promotes Cas carets for liver and bowels with claims of curing biliousness and headaches. It notes meals may not fit and skin may look sallow. Sold in 10 25 or 50 cent sizes, asserting easy relief overnight.
Attendance and offerings at First M E Sunday school
About 590 people attended the First M E Sunday school with 867 fliers distributed and 23 teachers. The report lists class sizes including 162 men, 166 in the intermediate department, 43 in primary, with notable classes led by Prof. Copeland, Brailey, Mrs Nossa, Miss South and Miss Palmer. Total collection reached $23.17 with Class Six giving $8.60, Class 16 $6.34, and Mrs. Noss’ $1.86.
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M. E
Wen En
Copeland
Brailey
Nossa
South’s
Palmer
Noss
City Board Meeting Tonight Plans Routine Agenda
The city board of education will meet this evening at city hall to pay bills and conduct regular business. A matter of unusual importance is scheduled for discussion during the session.
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City Board of Education
Sedy Perspiration Odor Preventer Heals Irritation
Product claim describes preventing odors from sweat and soothing miner irritation.
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Father John
Beecham
Beecham’s
Red Men's Hall
B. F. Martin
Public Square
Eastern Star
Golden Sun
C. E. Washburn
High Street
Bell Phone
E. M. Norris
Green Music Store
Poplar St
Cal Rodney Sorrel
Bell
S. W. Gadbury
Elgin
Moler
Nelsonville News
Glouster
Ford Motor Co
E. F. Martin
Albany
Ford
Dearborn
Michigan
Martin’s
County
Mog
NEW Fuel Company
Honer
Lash
Good Shols
Ford Sales
W. State St
G. W. Hopkins
N. Court Street
Poe
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