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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1926
Page
6
The six month old son of Mr and Mrs James Aleshire died this morning of pneumonia at the family home in Chauncey. They have ten children. A dollar social at First Christian church Thursday evening will raise funds for seating. attendees should bring a dollar and share how earned.
Chauncey December 6 The regular Chauncey Parent-Teacher Association session will convene at 7 o clock in the high school assembly room. President Mrs Roy Pendergrass will lead the business meeting and Mrs Fannie King will organize the program with contributions from every grade.
The Loyal Sons' class of the First Christian Sunday school held its annual Christmas party at teacher Karl W. Gardner's home on Friday evening. Committee on arrangements included Forest Swart Carrol Tippett Harold and Gerald Six and Wayne Smith. Mrs. Gardner served a chicken dinner. Twenty five attended.
Chauncey readers are notified that all members of the degree staff are urged to attend a regular meeting Tuesday evening. The session will include staff practice for initiation.
Chauncey December 6. A program has been arranged including music songs and reading for a dollar social at the local hall. Proceeds will benefit community projects and a few prizes will be awarded for participation. Residents are invited to attend and support the event.
A Saturday evening shower at the Hartleys home on May Avenue honored Mr and Mrs Walter Hartley. Attendees included the Hartleys’ relatives and friends from Millfield Athens and local households, sharing well wishes and many useful gifts for the couple.
The Ladies Aid of Chauncey M. E. Church will hold a bazaar and bake sale at the Dinsmore store on December 11. Proceeds support church activities and community aid.
Several Chauncey residents attended the M E church Sunday morning at The Plains. Those who were present included Mr. and Mrs. William Cochran, Mrs. Dora France, Mrs. Annie Shields, Mrs. Laddie Blackford, Mrs. Daisy Syx and Mrs. Luella Preston.
Mrs. A L Preston and Clark visited Nelsonville Sunday afternoon with Mrs. Wesley Syx in town. George Ford and Clarence Ford hosted others including Mrs George Ford Jr and two boys Bobbie and Sammie of Logan. Floyd Stanley returns to work after two sick days. Mrs. Guy Brookins visits Millfield. Roy Pendergrass and Donald and Rollie Figgins visit Clarence Hoskins at Shade Sunday.
A church and club women’s committee led by Rev. W. H. Thompson organized in Athens to urge county groups to participate in a nation wide good will doll project for Japan. Each group will dress a doll, add a message, and mail it to join thousands already en route to Japan for the Festival of Dolls on March 3.
The Ath ens high school band has ordered new uniforms from a local firm sourcing from Cincinnati. Principal F. H. Harshman notes tickets for the concert sold out last week. Arrival is expected around December 14 with a dress rehearsal before the December 16 benefit concert at the high school auditorium. The uniforms reflect the school colors with black wool capes lined in red satin.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that charges of conspiracy to defraud the government by evading federal tax laws are barred by the statute of limitations after three years. The decision centers on when the alleged offenses occurred and how the timing affects legal action.
A Cleveland blaze destroyed a store and damaged a four family apartment building. Firemen evacuated nineteen people by ladder after residents on the second floor were trapped. Building owner Jacob Bauman and store operator Max Odra reentered through the Hall entrance to save valuables and were revived after being found unconscious.
General Umber to Nobile visits the White House with the Norge crew and their dog mascot. The dog ignores Cal Coolidge, underscoring the president's cool reception after the polar flight. Joe Rose accompanies Nobile.
Tarhata Kiram daughter of the Sulu sultan and University of Chicago graduate has joined Datu Tahil's harem. She becomes his fourth wife once a divorce suit ends. Four wives max for Sulu. She abandons western fashions to live as Sulu women have for centuries.
Detroit reports three deaths from exposure as Michigan suffered a deep cold snap and six inch snowfall at week’s end. John Chitterton, 53, and two unidentified men were found frozen to death. City officials estimate over $16,000 needed to clear the snow from streets.
Chicago reports two deaths from exposure as icy winds and subfreezing lows sweep across the Midwest. Temperatures ranged from five to 20 degrees above zero, with a slow rise expected today.
Athens high school was entertained at an assembly from 11 to 11 30 this morning by a trio: David Todd piano Barbara Kantzer cello and Robert Richards violin. The program included the Barcarolle Londonderry airs and popular numbers.
A brief opening session of the League of Nations council in Geneva adjourned to Tuesday as the big three Briand Chamberlain Stressmann plan to privately discuss German disarmament. The meeting will cover about thirty questions on the agenda. A Chinese KMT delegation arrived in Europe and said the Canton government regards unequal treaties as abolished because they were negotiated by the North China government which no longer represents the Chinese people.
The funeral for J. D. Clark chairman of the state industrial commission will be held this afternoon at 2 o'clock from the First Baptist church in Dayton.
Dec dayton reports Albert L. Hill convicted of killing his son Roy. Pleas for a new trial will be filed today. Judge G aff likely will overrule and Hill is expected to begin serving life term tomorrow.
Mrs. Carrie Chapman Catt leads the second annual peace drive in Washington as hundreds of women from nine organizations join the conference on the Cause and Cure of War. General Tasker H Bliss opens with a call for rigid international checks and a system including a code of law, an international court, partial disarmament, and a nations association to enforce peace.
Luther Bishop an operative of the state bureau of investigation and identification was shot seven times as he slept at his Oklahoma City home. Authorities seek leads to identify the slayer, with suspicions pointing to men convicted in bank robberies they chased.
CHICAGO December 6 Three thousand farmers gathered for the annual American Farm Bureau federation convention seeking satisfactory farm relief legislation. Federation president Sam H. Thompson said there would be no wavering in organized agriculture and that unity remains to determine the best means to obtain their needs.
In Tulsa, Oklahoma, a calling forth of roughly 2000 oil men marks the opening of the American Petroleum Institute meetings. Attendees include individuals and representatives from major corporations, with fortunes described as among the largest in the industry.
Lydia Lindgren, renowned grand opera star, wrote three letters including My Last Will and Wishes and swallowed poison in her Copley Plaza suite. She rode by taxicab to City hospital and is listed on the dangerous list.
A teen girl writes of heartbreak after a three year senior boyfriend breaks a date and shows little concern. The column advises on handling unreciprocated love, timing, and the hope that genuine affection may come later.
Former New York health and education official William J. O’Shea urges strict school hygiene to prevent colds during fall and winter. He calls acute colds serious contagious illnesses and urges separation of coughing students, prohibition of sneezing in class, and handkerchief use to curb spread.
The Athens City Council adopts Ordinance No 487 approving a sanitary sewer project bounded by multiple streets and lots. The plan authorizes bonded financing, semi annual installments, and a 30 percent contingent for surveys notices and related costs. The measure takes effect after the earliest legal date and includes assessment options for property owners.
Legal notice states the Director of i Service at City B Athens Ohio will receive sealed bids until noon December 26 1920 for labor and materials to construct the sanitary sewer in the North Hill Sanitary city.
Not familiar with the preparation to advise. Restrict diet by cutting sugar starches and coffee plus exercise to reduce. For anemia build health with a balanced diet including milk and eggs. Send self addressed stamped envelope to repeat your question and obtain full particulars.
The notice states that each bid must list the full names of every person or company involved and be accompanied by a $500 solvent bank check. If a bid is not moved or the contract not secured, the check may be returned to the bidder. If a bid is accepted, the check is returned upon execution and securing of the contract. The right to reject any or all bids is reserved. G. M. Romine, Director of Public Service.
Notice of application to transfer certificates No 206 for Athens to Parkerburg Bus Company. Public Utilities Commission of Ohio sets hearing December 23 1926 in Columbus. Applicants include C D Metcalf A Campbell and P A Aamanerants.
The sheriff will sell at public auction on December 24 at 1 pm at the Athens County Court House door a 40 acre parcel in Canaan Township described by metes and bounds. The sale is under an order of partition from the Common Pleas Court of Athens County. Proceeds go to the estate of Bridget Schloss, deceased, with executor Wise being appointed.
Adele Garrisons tale follows a tense lunch with Philip Veritzen and Hugh Grantland. The narrator contends with jealousy and public perception while navigating a delicate work relationship. Hugh admits the rumor may be true, then apologizes as personal and professional lines blur. Copyright 1926. sy Newspaper Feature Service Inc.
A mother recalls the loss of control as her beloved daughter Elsie grows rebellious. The letter from SAD questions mother daughter boundaries and adolescence, while a response argues life imposes its own path beyond parental design.
A fairly gratifying state of affaire is read from prevailing sidercall operations though small annoyances may harrow it. The mind should be keen and alert with high adventure and experiment. Research and metaphysical leanings are indicated and birthday individuals may enjoy a prosperous year.
Public notice states The Cooper Bus Company filed with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to operate a motor transportation company on the Albany to McArthur route. The filing lists two trips daily, 217 passenger cars, and a hearing set for 10:00 a.m. Friday January 7 1927 at the Public Utilities Office in Columbus.
Clara Lock sues McKinley Lock in the Common Pleas Court of Athens County Ohio for redress and a hearing on December 1926 as Wooll and Rowland represent the plaintiff in this legal action.
The probate record appoints Adm Tate for Edward A Swineford late of Aas ae asinter ka 9 ay v . D. , with Probate Judge of said County dated 11-22-23 in Wa 77.
Public notice stating The Ohio Transit Company applies to Public Utilities Commission of Ohio to modify its route or service for 12 passenger cars. Document signed by The Ohio Transit Company Lancaster Ohio.
Merife's estate offers about 100 acres with house and barn at Indian Run near Reedeville in Meigs County. Known as Co. Carr farm, the property recently sold for 2700 dollars and will be sold to the highest bidder at the Pomeroy courthouse on Saturday January 28, 1928 at 9:09 a.m.
Snow continued to fall in Boston and New England on December 6 as residents recovered from yesterday's blizzard that caused six deaths and disrupted everyday life.
Cecil Skinner, described as a poor clerk, will receive 250000 pounds from the estate of Sir Robert Houston in London. The report notes Skinner was reportedly seen as a servant of the late baronet.
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