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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1921
Page
10
The remains of Mrs Emma Wil Ha Williamson widow of the late Cap George Williamson former Minersville merchant arrived from Covington Kentucky for burial in Beech Grove cemetery among loved ones already laid to rest.
Mr. and Mrs. John R. Folden of Clinton Indiana are visiting Dexter and Pomeroy relatives. Mr Folden once lived in Dexter, Mrs Folden was born to the late Martin Stahl in Pomeroy. They moved to Indiana 33 years ago and will return home via Dexter on Wednesday.
Pomeroy high basketball team clashed with McArthur, after a prior loss that prompted a big feed promise from Supt Coates. The Pomeroy squad won 21 to 7 as Dr Petty and Prof Coates again pledged a fine spread for victory. Earlier, Pomeroy and Rutland second teams had a preliminary on the same floor with Pomeroy taking a 22 to 17 win.
Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Persons spent most of last week visiting relatives in Athens.
Charles Work of Logan is paying a visit to his brother George in this city. The visit marks a temporary family gathering and local social note.
Rumor that Basex Coal Co has bought Vulcan mines cannot be verified and seems false. The Vulcan mines are operating more efficiently than many larger Bend firms.
Word arrives from Minneapolis announcing the birth of a son to Mr and Mrs R Mees of that city. The infant is a grandson of Mrs H H Mees of Breezy Heights.
County commissioners remove stay out sign and welcome press at the courthouse signaling a potential Athens road completion next year. Open letter from Mr. Herrick shows willingness to proceed if state action accelerates. A showdown looms to define who is responsible for the project.
Fragmentary line reads to come out of that kind of situation. The readable text hints at seeking a way forward after a difficult moment without detailing persons or place. A brief line suggests resilience or advice but lacks concrete events or proper nouns.
Litigation in the John Y. Adams property division ended Saturday when both sides, after hearing the testimony, realized no side held an advantage. By agreement each paid own costs, leaving the situation as it was before court with divorcing parties incurring legal fees and hard feelings.
The funeral service for Joseph Vincent is scheduled this afternoon at 2 o clock at Pomeroy Presbyterian church with burial to follow.
The 14 month old child died Friday afternoon at the family home in Dark Hollow. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon from Sacred Heart with Rev. Father Shnieder officiating.
George Sauvage, well known resident of Pomeroy Second Ward, suffered a stroke Saturday morning and was in critical condition when the item was written.
The Buckeye oil pipe line will extend toward the river into the new Syracuse field as right of way is secured by agents. Leasing of land is active around Syracuse with a Cleveland man optioning town lots and paying $10 semiannual rent. Miss Belle Carleton holds out against offers for her downtown tract despite keen competition.
Funeral services were held at St. John's Catholic church Saturday at 9 am for Antone Fox who died suddenly Wednesday evening. Rev Fr. Nevin officiated. Logan American Legion post gave military honors with Knights of St. John and Knights of Columbus in attendance. Interment followed at Oak Grove cemetery by L. C. Yocum funeral director.
Emma Schmidt seeks a decree from Judge Pettit after a Saturday divorce hearing with husband Lewis Schmidt. Grounds cited include cruelty and neglect as cited by the plaintiff.
A wedding was held at Trinity Lutheran Church Saturday at 4 PM with Rev. George Schutes officiating. Miss Helen Juergensmeier and Clayton C Bull tied in marriage, with Robt Juergensmeier singing Oh Promise Me and Carrie Lutz playing Lohengrin’s Wedding March. The couple will reside at 608 Franklin Avenue after a 6:10 Hocking Valley train trip to Columbus.
Prohibition officers raid Logan Bottling Works on Friday evening. Jack Donley is charged after allegedly holding two bottles of liquor. He pleads not guilty before Mayor Miller and a hearing is set for next Thursday.
The defendant faced a profanity charge, evidence was presented, and after hearing the case the court found him guilty and imposed a fine of 17 dollars and 10 cents.
A wreck at Lockville Saturday forced the morning passenger train to detour via Bremen and Lancaster. Both trains ran about an hour and a half late.
A letter from Logan reports Mr. and Mrs. Jed Ambrose and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lutz arrived safely in San Francisco. They currently stay in Long Beach for several weeks and do not plan to return until spring. The trip has been most delightful so far.
Scott Westbrooke, a generous oil man from Logan, loaded thirteen children from a local home into his car for a Saturday outing in the city. They enjoyed candy and treats before returning.
Pearl Allen a 66 year old farmer and Cora A. Bowen 34 a housekeeper both of Logan received a marriage license. Bruce E. Brandt 24 a delivery man and Mabel H. Grossman 21 a cashier, both of Logan were licensed. Chas E Nixon 18 a railroader of Ureville and Mary Wolfe 16 of Logan also obtained licenses.
Judge Coultrap of McArthur ruled in the Francis Toole versus former wife Jesse Fickle case. The court found the defendant guilty of contempt for visiting times outside the order and sentenced her to a $20 fine plus costs. Toole and his children will move to Nashville, Tennessee, with custody awarded to the father and a $500 bond for return of the children if required.
Chicago police and nearby agencies search for Martha Menzler a 16 year old model who vanished while en route to a photographer. Her mother Elizabeth Menzler fears a much older man who the girl had shown infatuation with may have abducted her.
Robert Pennal Coxey, born October 1, 1866 in Philadelphia, married Callie Gorslene in 1902, lived in Athens County most of his married life. Survived by widow Callie, son Edman Coxey of Philadelphia, daughter Bessie Gorslene of Annawan, Ill, and his parents and brother Dr. Franklin Coxey in Philadelphia. Known as a generous neighbor and helper in need, his loss is deeply mourned. The tribute closes with a heartfelt poem about his rest and God’s will.
We wish to thank our neighbors and friends for their many kindnesses during the sickness and death of our beloved husband and son. Mrs. R. P. Coxey, son and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Coxey and son.
Report states a new aircraft design promises 184 miles per hour capability. The claim highlights faster travel and potential breakthroughs in aviation technology.
Sunday December 11 offered an unusually warm day with hundreds of autos on the streets and the golf course crowded. A late evening cold rain briefly marred the otherwise sunny, springlike conditions.
The remark notes that soil forms from rocks ground to powder and without this weathering process the planet would remain a hard, inert surface. It emphasizes the essential role of dust and powdered rock in creating fertile earth.
A belief among Japanese people claims that eating any food for the first time extends life by seventy five days. The superstition emphasizes ritual significance of initial meals and has appeared in cultural discussions and folklore reports.
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