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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1923
Page
12
Mord Wolfe, long time Hartford shoe repairer turned market gardener, dies at his daughter Mrs. Ben Engel’s home in Salem Ohio. He was known on both sides of the river and is survived by two married daughters.
W L Russel the plumber is moving to Akron as part of a relocation noted in a brief local notice. The compact item records a professional move without additional details.
A person relocates his household from Lincoln Hill to Akron where he has secured an advantageous business connection, signaling a new residence and expanded interests.
Announcement from Bishop Hartley in Columbus names Rev. Cornelius Schneider as new pastor of Holy Cross in Columbus to succeed the late Rev. Father Clement Rhode. Schneider previously served successfully in Pomeroy. It is not announced who will replace him in Pomeroy. Rev. Fr. Anthony Nilke moves to lead Our Lady of Mercy at Carrollton.
William M. Carter, 57, and Martha M. Chilton, 33, described as mature colored people from Kerrs Run, traveled over Into Dixie to wed at YPoint Pleasant at week’s end, reflecting a growing trend of cross‑region matrimonies.
A large crowd attended a Friday evening election at the Pomeroy kK of FP lodge. Officers chosen include C C Fred Swatzel V C H S Matone prelate Chris Beahrsa Mr of A Chris Seyfried I G Harry Meschar C G Chae Eblin K of R 8S George Fflearlick M of F George Howell M of Ex Dana Daniels trustee Louis Persons.
In a court scene Saturday morning John Lyons paid $396 in full to Pomeroy Machine Co. after a tense standoff over an account dating to 1915. TD Curtis Reed represented the company and A I Russell appeared for Lyons. Lyons settled the claim by handing a check to the plaintiff just before trial. Jury was excused until Tuesday.
A large turnout of about 50 businessmen backed Syracuse and Pomeroy high teams with vociferous support, boosting the home side to a hard won win while Middleport fans cheered for the visitors. The piece details local sports enthusiasm and community backing.
Supporters back the Pomeroy High team as crowds show rising interest and optimism for a strong season. Local enthusiasm hints at improved attendance and community backing across games.
Clyde Weaver of Racine claims the medals for raising two Duroc Jersey swine to heavy weights. The pigs were butchered at 13 months old, tipping scales at 445 and 475 pounds respectively, with Weaver taking home bacon ham spare ribs and lard.
Mrs E O Rawson, a participant in a long running love triangle, reports she regrets losing dignity in a brawl with the other woman. She says her rival bit her hand, causing blood poisoning and requiring medical attention on several occasions.
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